Projects

Military Projects

Marine Corps Base CP BEQs Pkg #4

Location: Camp Pendleton, CA
Owner: US Marine Corps
Architects: MVEI-VMA
General Contractor: Turner-Penick, a joint venture
Expected Construction Completion: BEQ Package #4: March 2012
LEED Certification: LEED NC v2.2 Gold Level certified
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration

BEQ Package #4 (Las Pulgas site & Horno site) Totaling 382,105 square feet with a total project budget of $104,000,000. Package #4 consists of four, 4 story CMU BEQ buildings, with a total of 692 living units on 2 separate sites, to house 1,376 marines. The project includes four Community buildings, outdoor sports and activity areas, an amphitheater, and parking.

Some of the green, sustainable strategies integrated into this military project, include strategies to maximize energy efficiency, water efficiency, recycled content materials, local materials, minimize construction waste to the landfill, and heat Island effect mitigation measures. In addition, the indoor air quality is maximized with strategies such as optimum ventilation systems, low toxic materials and maximum day lighting.

Marine Corps Base CP BEQs Pkg #7

Location: Camp Pendleton, CA
Owner: US Marine Corps
Architects: MVEI-VMA
General Contractor: Turner-Penick, a joint venture
Expected Construction Completion: BEQ Package #7: August 2012
LEED Certification: LEED V2.2 Gold certified
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration

BEQ Package #7 (San Mateo site & San Onofre site) Totaling 409,300 square feet with a total project budget of $110,000,000. Package #7 consists of four, 4 story CMU BEQ buildings, with a total of 750 living units on 2 separate sites, to house 1,492 marines. The project includes four Community buildings, outdoor sports and activity areas, and parking.

Some of the green, sustainable strategies integrated into this military project, include strategies to maximize energy efficiency, water efficiency, recycled content materials, local materials, minimize construction waste to the landfill, and heat Island effect mitigation measures. In addition, the indoor air quality is maximized with strategies such as optimum ventilation systems, low toxic materials and maximum daylighting.

Ft. Bliss UEPH

Location: El Paso, TX
Owner: Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: March 2011
LEED certification: LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level Certified
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

The new Infantry Brigade Combat Team Barracks Complex 1 & 2, located at Ft. Bliss, Texas will provide 24 new barrack buildings, each at approximately 48,000 square feet. At over 1,152,000 square feet, the IBCT complex will provide an additional 1440 beds for enlisted military personnel. Each building is slated to have sixty, two bedroom units with bathroom and kitchenette modules. The two story floor plan is formed by a courtyard and arranged in a “U” shape, with the main entrance at its ‘elbow”, thus reducing the overall scale and proportion of this large facility.

Some of the sustainable strategies that are integrated into this large military housing project including energy efficient HVAC systems, low flow water fixtures, use of building materials with a high recycled content and utilization of local, regional materials wherever possible. Recycling construction waste has been a project priority, thus reducing impacts to local landfills. Good indoor air quality was a focus, utilizing strategies such as optimum ventilation systems, air testing and the use of low VOC adhesives and paints. Whenever possible, daylighting was maximized.

Ft. Bliss TEMF

Location: El Paso, TX
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: RNL Architects
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: March 2011
LEED Certification: LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level Certified
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

Twelve Tactical Equipment Maintenance Facilities with a budget of $123,028,658 constructed to service and repair heavy equipment for the US Army. The TEMFs are located within the IBCT complexes and will total approximately 320,000 sq-ft to service 3,268 vehicles.

Some of the LEED sustainability strategies include storm water design to control runoff quality and quantity, high reflectance hardscape and roofing to mitigate heat island effect, construction waste management plan to divert more than 75% of the construction debris from the landfill, the use of materials with recycle content and regional materials for up to 20%, the use of low emitting materials, as well as the use of BIM design software to help reduce material consumption by increasing off-site fabrication, reducing rework and reducing paper consumption.

MCRD Recruit Barracks

Location: San Diego, CA
Owner: NAVFAC Southwest
Architects: Cass | Sowatsky | Chapman & Assoc
General Contractor: Harper Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: June 2011
LEED Certification: LEED NC v2.2 Platinum certified
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

This Design/Build project, with a total budget of $66,000,000, consists of three buildings:

The Recruit Support Barracks (P294) at 115,981 sq. ft., will house 984 recruits with a separate laundry building.

The Recruit Support Barracks (P293) at 102,160 sq. ft., will house 720 recruits, with a separate laundry building. It will provide temporary housing for new recruits that become sick or injured as they undergo a vigorous 12 week initiation & training program.

The Recruit Reconditioning Facility (P316), at 33,314 sq. ft., will support the health of the recruits throughout the process. Injured or sick recruits will have access to a sports medicine & reconditioning therapy clinic with a full medical staff.

Sustainable strategies include daylighting, energy use reduction with no air conditioning for the 2 barracks buildings, renewable energy with the use of solar photo voltaic on the roof, and a greywater system for sewage conveyance, utilizing greywater from showers and lavatory sinks.

29 Palms STATION COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY at MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER

Location: 29 Palms, CA
Owner: NAVFAC Southwest
Architects: Vasquez Marshall & Associates
General Contractor: R.A. Burch
Expected Construction Completion: Fall 2012
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Gold level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

This 47,986 SF single story facility, with an approximate budget of $34,500,000, includes a concrete masonry unit building with underground communications vault an equipment elevator, raised access flooring, emergency generators, battery back-up, and an Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) system. There will also be a general purpose warehouse with Photo Voltaic (PV) solar system on roof and an open storage area. Additionally, building 1555 will be renovated into administrative.

Some of the sustainability strategies will include a photovoltaic renewable energy system to offset the building energy cost, water efficient design to reduce building water use by a minimum of 40%, native, adaptive, draught resistant landscape design that does not require permanent irrigation, cool roof to reduce building heat gain and heat island effect, construction waste management plan to divert 75% of construction debris, use of recycled content, regional materials, outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased ventilation, construction indoor air quality plans, and the use of low emitting materials.

29 Palms Wheeled Vehicle Maintenance Shop & Wash Rack at MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER

Location: 29 Palms, CA
Owner: NAVFAC Southwest
Architects: Tectonics, Inc
General Contractor: I.E. Pacific, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: October 2012
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Gold level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

This 13,212 square foot facility will service wheeled vehicles of all types and also provide a state-of-the-art maintenance shop and wash rack at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms. The project will also include a 26,103 square foot tracked vehicle wash rack. With a budget of $13,492,000, completion is expected in late fall 2012.

Some of the sustainability strategies will include a photovoltaic renewable energy system to offset approximately 30% of the building energy cost, solar hot water system, water efficient design to reduce building water use by a minimum of 40%, native, adaptive, draught resistant landscape design that does not require permanent irrigation, cool roof to reduce building heat gain and heat island effect, enhanced commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management, measurement & verification, construction waste management plan to divert 75% of construction debris, use of recycled content, regional materials, and certified wood, outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased ventilation and the use of low emitting materials.

29 Palms Tracked Vehicle Maintenance Shop & Wash Rack at MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER

Location: 29 Palms, CA
Owner: NAVFAC Southwest
Architects: Tectonics, Inc
General Contractor: I.E. Pacific, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: October 2012
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Gold level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

This 31,103 sq ft Tracked Vehicle Maintenance Shop is a high-bay, CMU building with a standing seam metal roof, vehicle bays, cranes, office spaces, storage spaces, vehicle workspaces and will include supporting facilities and site improvements. With a budget of $11,520,000, completion is expected in late fall of 2010.

Some of the sustainability strategies will include a photovoltaic renewable energy system to offset approximately 40% of the building energy cost, solar hot-water system, water efficient design to reduce building water use by a minimum of 40%, native, adaptive, draught resistant landscape design that does not require permanent irrigation, cool roof to reduce building heat gain and heat island effect, enhanced commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management, measurement & verification, construction waste management plan to divert 75% of construction debris, use of recycled content, regional materials, and certified wood, outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased ventilation and the use of low emitting materials.

MCAGCC Twentynine Palms Armory & Missile Equipment Shop
Location: 29 Palms, CA
Owner: NAVFAC Southwest
Architects: Tectonics, Inc
General Contractor: I.E. Pacific, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: October 2012
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Gold level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

The 18,152 square foot Armory and Missile Equipment Maintenance Shop facility will be attached CMU buildings with standing seam metal roof and a roof-mounted photovoltaic system. With a budget of $10,170,000, completion is expected in late fall of 2010.

Some of the sustainability strategies will include a photovoltaic renewable energy system to offset approximately 40% of the building energy cost, solar hot water system, water efficient design to reduce building water use by a minimum of 40%, native, adaptive, draught resistant landscape design that does not require permanent irrigation, cool roof to reduce building heat gain and heat island effect, enhanced commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management, measurement & verification, construction waste management plan to divert 75% of construction debris, use of recycled content, regional materials, and certified wood, outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased ventilation and the use of low emitting materials.

Bell Armed Forces Reserve Center

Location: Bell Armed Forces Reserve Center, Bell, CA
Owner: US Army
Architect: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc.
Construction Completion: June 2010
LEED Certification: LEED NCv2.2 Silver Level certified
LEED Consultant Services: Construction Phase through final LEED certification administration

This $60,000,000 design-build project included a 179,000 square foot administration and training building, a 44,000 square foot equipment maintenance facility and a 15,500 square foot storage facility.

A highly efficient HVAC system and other energy conservation strategies resulted in energy savings 30% over ASHRAE 90.1. Particular attention was placed on reducing potable water usage through the specification of low flow fixtures and native landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. Additional sustainable strategies integrated into this military training facility included the use of recycled content and regionally produced materials, whenever possible, such as carpet, windows and CMU block. Care was exercise in siting the buildings to minimize disruption to the site and maximize open space. Over 56,000 tons of concrete & asphalt, generated from demolition activities and other construction waste was recycled. In addition, the indoor air quality was maximized with strategies such as optimizing ventilation systems and careful specification of low VOC materials, such as paint, adhesives and no added urea formaldehyde composite wood & agrifiber products. Increasing daylight into the buildings was a priority.

Fort Hood WT Barracks

Location: Ft. Hood, TX
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: May 2011
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

The Fort Hood WT barracks, with a budget of $47,000,000, will provide accessible and uniquely comfortable lodging for soldiers while they recuperate from injuries sustained during their service to the United States. With the goal of supporting military personnel during their recovery and re-integration into the Army or civilian life, this five-story, 193,000square foot facility will encompass living, training and social interaction type functions. The Barracks building will be comprised of 80 2-bedroom / 2-bath apartments and 80 2-bedroom / 1-bath apartments for a total of 160 dwelling units accommodating 320 soldiers/residents. The Barracks building will be part of the larger WT Complex that will include a Company Unit Operations Facility and the Soldier and Family Assistance Center.

Integrating sustainability into the design was a priority; the LEED Version 2.2 Green Building Rating System credits underway include allowing for public transportation access, providing parking for low emitting/fuel-efficient vehicles, the utilization of an energy efficient HVAC system and specification of Energy Star equipment to help reduce energy usage by 30% or more. Other efforts include the use of on-site renewable energy, a cool roof, reduction of the heat island effect and reducing potable water for landscaping by 50% or more, through the use of native and draught tolerant landscaping. During construction, over 75% of all construction waste material was recycled and diverted from local landfills. Good indoor air quality, critical to improving the quality of life for occupants, was key. Strategies included ensuring all paints and adhesive used on site were low VOC. Utilization of building and finish products with recycled content was critical, as well as sourcing products locally, when possible, to reduce the negative impacts to the environment of long distance transportation. Views were provided for 90% of all interior spaces. The design/build team utilized BIM design software in an effort to maximize constructability and reduce project costs.

Fort Sill AIT

Location: Fort Sill, OK
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Michael Baker Jr.
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: January 2012
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED BD & C 2009 v3.0 Silver Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration

The Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Barracks & Company Operations Facility at Ft. Sill Oklahoma consists of two AIT Barracks facilities and associated structures, one lawn equipment building and an outdoor training area. AIT Barracks Company Operations Facilities are comprised of sleeping units, restrooms, classrooms, storage and company operations components. Each barracks building has 150 apartments accommodating 300 occupants, provided on three (3) floors for a total of 93,000 gross sq. ft. This project includes the outdoor training areas comprised of a jogging track, physical training pits, vehicular and service access drives and parking areas. The barracks facilities are constructed of a wood frame structure with a grade beam and caisson foundation system. Exterior materials of brick veneer, EIFS and standing seam metal roof are used to relate to the architectural context of the surrounding AIT campus buildings.

Sustainable design/build methodology will employ sensitivity to the existing site location, adjacent areas and the military base community. Site development will strive to reduce the impact of the construction process and include alternative transportation strategies to reduce parking capacity, emphasize low-emitting vehicle and bicycle use. Open space will be maximized and stormwater management design will control quantity and quality of stormwater runoff. Hardscape and roofing materials will reduce the heat island effect. Site landscaping and building plumbing systems will reduce water use and maximize water savings.

The buildings will be designed and constructed to maximize passive energy strategies and exceed the national energy code standards by optimizing energy performance to forty percent (40%). Recycling facilities will be incorporated into the buildings operations and construction waste management program implemented during construction. Materials and resources utilized within the buildings and on-site will include recycled content, regional manufacture/harvest and sustainably managed wood-based products. Indoor environmental quality will be emphasized by employing HVAC systems designed to promote optimal ventilation, installation of low-emitting materials/finishes and implementation of an IAQ Management Plan during construction for occupant comfort and health.

Fort Sill WT

Location: Ft Sill, OK
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: January 2012
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

The Warriors in Transition (WIT) Barracks at Ft. Sill Oklahoma consists of one WT Barracks building that is part of the WT Complex. Wt Complexes are required by the Army to encompass living, training, social interaction and administrative/command operations. WT Complex consists of WT Barracks, WTUAS and SFAC. In addition, a Central Plant and Dining Facility may be part of the complex. These facilities and any additional support structures and amenities are arranged on site as a unit to allow injured and temporarily disabled soldiers to live, eat, train and work together. This particular project consists of the WT Barracks that will be integrated into the larger WT Complex.

WT Barracks Facilities provide lodging for soldiers who have been released from a medical care facility and are in recovery status for further evaluation. WT Barracks are comprised of two types of standard 2-bedroom apartments with either 2-bathrooms or 1-bathroom, public toilets, vending, lobby with Charge of Quarters (CQ) station, multi-purpose room, storage and other support facilities. The FT Sill WT Barracks building is a three story, 67,346 sq/ft facility comprised of 28 apartments with two bedrooms / two baths and 28 apartments with two bedrooms/ one bath. Total of 56 dwelling units will accommodate 112 residents. This project includes outdoor interactive areas, vehicular and service access drives and parking areas The Barracks are constructed of a wood frame structure with a concrete mat foundation system. Exterior materials of brick veneer, EIFS and standing seam metal roof are used to relate to the architectural context of the surrounding WIT complex buildings.

Sustainable design/build methodology will employ sensitivity to the existing site location, adjacent areas and the military base community. Site development will strive to reduce the impact of the construction process and include alternative transportation strategies to reduce parking capacity, emphasize low-emitting vehicle and bicycle use. Open space will be maximized and stormwater management design will control quantity and quality of stormwater runoff. Hardscape and roofing materials will reduce the heat island effect. Site landscaping and building plumbing systems will reduce water use and maximize water savings.

The buildings will be designed and constructed to maximize passive energy strategies and exceed the national energy code standards by optimizing energy performance to forty percent (40%). Recycling facilities will be incorporated into the buildings operations and construction waste management program implemented during construction. Materials and resources utilized within the buildings and on-site will include recycled content, regional manufacture/harvest and sustainably managed wood-based products. Indoor environmental quality will be emphasized by employing HVAC systems designed to promote optimal ventilation, installation of low-emitting materials/finishes and implementation of an IAQ Management Plan during construction for occupant comfort and health.

Ft Carson UEPH - Barracks Complex

Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District
Architect: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction Inc.
Construction Completion: December 2009
LEED Certification: LEED NCv2.2 Silver Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

The Ft. Carson Unaccompanied Enlisted Personnel Housing Barrack complex, at almost 90,000 square feet, provides living quarters for 244 enlisted military personnel stationed in Colorado Springs. This L shaped complex, with its distinctive brick façade, offers 122 living units, configured to accommodate two enlisted personnel, with private sleeping quarters and a shared bathroom and kitchen facilities. A central core divides the two wings of the facility, and each floor contains a vending area and laundry facilities. LEED Silver level certification was achieved with 34 LEED credits.

Ft. Bliss WT Barracks

Location: El Paso, TX
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: April 2011
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

The Fort Bliss WT barracks, with a budget of $44,000,000, will provide accessible and uniquely comfortable lodging for soldiers while they recuperate from injuries sustained during their service to the United States. The project consists of the design and construction of a five story WT Barracks, outdoor courtyard for passive recreation and vehicular access/parking. With the goal of supporting military personnel during their recovery and re-integration into the Army or civilian life, this three-story, 140,000 square foot facility will encompass living, training and social interaction type functions. The Barracks building will be comprised of 58 -2-bedroom / 2-bath apartments and 58- 2-bedroom / 1-bath apartments for a total of 116 dwelling units accommodating 232 soldiers/residents. The Barracks building will be part of the larger WT Complex that will include a Company Unit Operations Facility and the Soldier and Family Assistance Center, a single-story 15,000 sq-ft building that will house social, legal and financial support services..

Design / Build Team implemented a proactive approach to providing sustainable design techniques for the WT project. LEED Version 2.2 Green Building Rating System strategies include site design allowing for public transportation access, preferred parking for low emitting/fuel-efficient vehicles, stormwater management controlling quantity and quality of runoff and reduction of the heat island effect. Potable water demand for landscaping will be reduced by 50% through the use of native and draught tolerant landscaping.
The building is designed and constructed to minimize water use; and the utilization of a highly energy efficient HVAC system will reduce energy usage by 30% over national code standards. Use of on-site renewable energy in the form of solar thermal panels and building envelope design will further contribute to the project’s energy performance and savings. During construction, over 75% of all construction debris/waste material will be recycled and diverted from local landfills. Utilization of building and finish products with recycled content, sourcing products locally and encouraging the use of wood-based materials from sustainably managed forests all contribute to positive environmental impacts.
Good indoor air quality strategies are critical to improving the comfort and quality of life for building residents and occupants. Strategies included utilizing low-emitting interior finish materials/products, employing HVAC system design emphasizing increased ventilation and thermal comfort. Indoor air quality management during the construction process is an essential part of project delivery. Daylight and views to the exterior will be provided for many of the interior spaces. The design / build team utilized Building Integration Modeling (BIM) design software to maximize constructability and systems integration.
The Ft. Bliss WT Barracks facility will provide a high performance, sustainable building contributing to the comfort and health of the soldiers and residents.

Ft. Huachuca AIT Complex

Location: Sierra Vista, AZ
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Construction Completion: May 2010
LEED Certification: LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

This design/build project consists of four barrack buildings, three stories in height, for a total of 93,000 sq. ft. and will house 1,200 single trainee soldiers. In addition to providing housing, the facility will provide company administrative, training and command operations and several specialty rooms for weapons. In addition to the sleeping units, there will be computer learning centers, a multipurpose space, laundry areas, storage and dayrooms. Exteriors are masonry veneer and stucco, with a standing seam roofs. The site also includes physical fitness training areas.

Some of the sustainability attributes include restoration of the entire 84 acre site to its natural habitat, through the use of native and adaptive plants requiring little or no irrigation and use of regionally sourced building materials with high recycled content. Additional LEED credits being pursed include Alternative Transportation: Low-Emitting vehicles, stormwater runoff quantity and quality control, Heat Island Effect, SRI compliant roof and a 33% water savings through use of low-flow fixtures.

Ft. Huachuca AIT Dining Facility

Location: Sierra Vista, AZ
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: ABA Architects
General Contractor: Concord General Contracting
Construction Completion: Fall 2010
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phase LEED credit support

This 27,000 sq. ft. facility, located at Ft. Huachuca, will include a full prep kitchen and main dining. The expansive interior will include wall size murals of photos from the area’s colorful history, with Greenguard certified furniture, to help ensure healthy indoor air quality.

Some of the LEED highlights include encouraging the use of low-emitting vehicles and carpooling by providing preferred parking, recycling of 75 % of construction waste, thus reducing impacts to local landfills, and the use of regional materials with recycled content. All wood on the project was FSC certified. A cool roof was utilized, and light pollution was reduced through targeted lighting design measures and by installing automatic shutoff motion sensors for non-occupied hours. Water use was reduced by specifying low flow fixtures and waterless urinals and by the installation of drought tolerant landscaping. Vegetated open space surrounds the building.

Ft. Polk WT Barracks

Location: Ft Polk, LA
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: December 2011
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Gold Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration

The Fort Polk Warrior in Transition Barrack project, with a budget of $17,000,000, provides accessible and uniquely comfortable lodging for soldiers while they are recuperating from injuries sustained during their service to the United States. With the goal of supporting military personnel during their recovery and re-integration into the Army or civilian life, the 67,480 square foot, three-story Ft. Polk WT barrack facility will provide 112 beds in living modules, consisting of two separate bedrooms with shared or separate bath and kitchenette areas. In addition to providing lodging, the barracks will provide training for recovering soldiers and social interaction, in a specially designed, two-story multipurpose room.

Integrating sustainability into the design was a priority; the LEED credits underway include integrating a solar hot water system, providing parking for low emitting/fuel-efficient vehicles, the utilization of an energy efficient HVAC system with the goal of reducing energy usage by 30% or more, use of a cool roof reducing the site heat island effect, and reducing potable water for landscaping by 50% or more through the use of native and draught tolerant landscaping. During construction, 50% or more of construction waste material will be recycled and diverted from local landfills. Good indoor air quality, critical to improving the quality of life for occupants, is key; strategies include construction indoor air quality plans during and after construction and the use of low VOC materials. The design teams are utilizing BIM design software, which will help reduce material consumption by increasing off-site fabrication, reducing rework and reducing paper consumption.

Ft. Sam Houston WT

Location: San Antonio, TX
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Michael Baker Jr., Inc
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: April 2011
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

The Fort Sam Houston WT barracks, with a budget of $46,000,000, will provide accessible and uniquely comfortable lodging for soldiers while they recuperate from injuries sustained during their service to the United States. The project consists of the design and construction of a five story WT Barracks, outdoor courtyard for passive recreation and vehicular access/parking. With the goal of supporting military personnel during their recovery and re-integration into the Army or civilian life, this five-story, 217,000 square foot facility will encompass living, training and social interaction type functions. The Barracks building will be comprised of 90 2-bedroom / 2-bath apartments and 90 2-bedroom / 1-bath apartments for a total of 180 dwelling units accommodating 360 soldiers/residents. The Barracks building will be part of the larger WT Complex that will include a Company Unit Operations Facility and the Soldier and Family Assistance Center.

Design / Build Team implemented a proactive approach to providing sustainable design techniques for the WT project. LEED Version 2.2 Green Building Rating System strategies include site design allowing for public transportation access, preferred parking for low emitting/fuel-efficient vehicles, stormwater management controlling quantity and quality of runoff and reduction of the heat island effect. Potable water demand for landscaping will be reduced by 50% through the use of native and draught tolerant landscaping.
The building is designed and constructed to minimize water use; and the utilization of a highly energy efficient HVAC system will reduce energy usage by 30% over national code standards. Use of on-site renewable energy in the form of solar thermal panels and building envelope design will further contribute to the projet’s energy performance and savings. During construction, over 75% of all construction debris/waste material will be recycled and diverted from local landfills. Utilization of building and finish products with recycled content, sourcing products locally and encouraging the use of wood-based materials from sustainably managed forests all contribute to positive environmental impacts.

Good indoor air quality strategies are critical to improving the comfort and quality of life for building residents and occupants. Strategies included utilizing low-emitting interior finish materials/products, employing HVAC system design emphasizing increased ventilation and thermal comfort. Indoor air quality management during the construction process is an essential part of project delivery. Daylight and views to the exterior will be provided for many of the interior spaces. The design / build team utilized Building Integration Modeling (BIM) design software to maximize constructability and systems integration.

The Ft. Sam Houston WT Barracks facility will provide the soldiers and residents with a high performance, sustainable building integrated within the larger Ft Sam Houston Military Base and community.

Marine Corps Base CP 41 Area Anglico

Location: 41 Area Anglico, Camp Pendleton, CA
Owner: NAVFAC Southwest
Architects: Transistems/VMA/Wildman & Morris
General Contractor: Webcor/R.A. Burch
Expected Construction Completion: Summer 2013
LEED Certification: anticipated LEED NC v2.2 Gold level
LEED Consultant Services: Design and Construction Phases through final LEED certification administration.

This Project is defined as the design and construction of three separately funded FY10 MCON Projects,
P-1012 ANGLICO Complex, P-1016 Recon Battalion Complex and P-1067 Bachelor Enlisted Quarters
(BEQ) 41 Area (Las Flores), with approximately 325,000 sf of new construction and an overall budget of $142,000,000.

Some of the sustainability strategies will include a photovoltaic renewable energy system to offset the building energy cost, water efficient design to reduce building water use by a minimum of 40%, native, adaptive, draught resistant landscape design that does not require permanent irrigation, cool roof to reduce building heat gain and heat island effect, construction waste management plan to divert 75% of construction debris, use of recycled content, regional materials, outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased ventilation, construction indoor air quality plans, and the use of low emitting materials.

MineWar Training Center Lab (MWTC)

Location: Pt. Loma, CA.
Owner: NAVFAC
Architects: Vasquez Marshall & Associates
General Contractor: R.A. Burch construction Inc.
Construction Completion: Fall 2010
LEED Certification: LEED NC v2.2 Gold Certified
LEED Consultant Services: LEED Design and Construction Phases credit review

This Design/Build project, with a total budget of $19,000,000, consists of two new buildings totaling 19,312 square feet.

Completed in 2010, Martin Hall is a lab/ classroom facility for the training and education of personnel in MINEWARTRACEN. It includes classrooms, laboratories, high-bay laboratories and a swimmer vehicle pool.

Sustainable strategies include remediation of a Brownfield site, energy use reduction, renewable energy with the use of solar photo voltaic on the roof, highly efficient pool filtration system and low flow water fixtures.

Silverbell Armed Forces Reserve Center

Location: Marana, AZ
Owner: US Army Corps of Engineers
Architects: Burns & McDonnell
General Contractor: Sundt Construction, Inc
Expected Construction Completion: July 2011
LEED Certification: LEED NC v2.2 Silver Level certified
LEED Consultant Services: Design Phase LEED support

This 2 story, 60,000 sq/ft administrative building is located on a 50 acre site. There are multiple other maintenance and support buildings as well.

LEED credits underway include: alternate transportation, heat island effect, light pollution reduction, potable water use reduction, water efficient landscape, on-site renewable energy, enhanced refrigerant, construction waste diversion, use of material with recycle content and FSC certified wood.