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With schedule constraints and shortage of labour high on the list of education construction challenges, why not just relieve those barriers by building with DIRTT? #education #industrializedconstruction #leanprojectdelivery

Exciting news! Benton Elementary School underwent a complete renovation this summer, resulting in a brighter and more comfortable environment for teachers and students.  The original building, along with the oldest two additions, received a full HVAC renovation, new lighting, ceilings, and roof. The HVAC updates included replacing old rooftop and VAV units, adding new DOAS units for ventilation and new hydronic ceiling cassettes to condition the classrooms.  The front offices are now served by a VRF system using Samsung HVAC’s 360 degree cassettes and new controls integrate all HVAC and lighting throughout the school.  Bi-level ceilings were removed and replaced with a more spacious, constant ceiling.  Kudos to USD259 for investing in the comfort and well-being of their students and staff! Project Partners: Alloy Architecture Mauler Engineering, LLC Wichita Public Schools - USD259 #USD259 #WichitaPublicSchools #Education #BentonElementary #HVACimprovement #MEPengineers #MEPdesigners #MEP #WichitaKansas #KansasEngineers #IntegratedConsultingEngineers

'Schools with dangerous concrete race to replan start of term.' Seems bizarre that anyone would design and build a school using materials that will only last for 30 years! I suppose those architects & building companies are retired by now... not their problem! 'This is a lightweight "bubbly" form of concrete used widely between the 1950s and mid-1990s - usually in the form of panels on flat roofs, as well as occasionally in pitched roofs, floors and walls. It has a lifespan of around 30 years.' https://lnkd.in/efyxNH_2

The chips have fallen for this landmarked townhouse to day school conversion... Over the past few days we have looked at the #design process we go through early in the planning process. After working through tens of combinations of #core elements, especially the stairs and elevators, we have settled on an optimal arrangement. By shifting the elevator to the center of the floorplate, we freed up more valuable square footage at the front and rear of the building, maximizes the amount of available classroom space. More square footage means more students, which serves the client's core mission, and also improves the financial viability of the instruction. By placing the elevator in the center, we also avoid excessive excavation on the property line, which could require complex access agreements and legal negotiations. From the first sketches we make, we keep in mind all the steps in the process, focused on getting to the finish line. #zoninghacks

The Weekly Reflektion 37/2023 Built-in obsolescence is one of the characteristics of our present day. Little is repaired and buying new is normally considered cheaper. Building schools with built-in obsolescence may lead to a disaster unless we understand the consequences. If your house was built to last 30 years, would you live there worry-free after the 30 years were up? https://lnkd.in/dZtHzTjH

'Schools with dangerous concrete race to replan start of term.' Seems bizarre that anyone would design and build a school using materials that will only last for 30 years! I suppose those architects & building companies are retired by now... not their problem! 'This is a lightweight "bubbly" form of concrete used widely between the 1950s and mid-1990s - usually in the form of panels on flat roofs, as well as occasionally in pitched roofs, floors and walls. It has a lifespan of around 30 years.' https://lnkd.in/efyxNH_2

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5 Benefits Of Using Bollards In Schools & Universities: 1. Protects Students 2. Illuminates Walkways 3. Encourages Cleanliness 4. Promotes Parking Lot Orderliness & Safety 5. Improves Campus Aesthetic Bollards protect students by creating clear lines between street traffic and walkways. They prevent accidental vehicle ramming on curbs and otherwise stop drivers from coming up onto school property, which is especially beneficial in dormitory areas. Bollards also help students travel safely from one building or area to the next when they are placed at intersections and public transportation areas. These products let students know what sections are off-limits, such as a construction area, to further help them to stay safe. https://lnkd.in/gnKe6-W #urbanarchitecture #construction #projectmanagement #civilengineering #constructionsite #builders #contractor

Today marks 22 years since the 9/11 attack. Please take time to reflect on today's history and remember the men and women who lost their lives or sacrificed their life to save another's. #neverforget #sept11 #WWBuilders #Oklahoma #construction #architecture #design #building #renovation #engineering #contractor #constructionlife #constructionsite #homeimprovement #roofing #constructionworker

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