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National Aquarium in Baltimore – Main Cafe & Knott Harbor View Room

[col3]Convergent Technologies Design Group (CTDG) was asked by Design Collective, Inc. to provide audio systems design, room acoustics, and interior sound isolation analysis for the Knott Harbor View Room and Cafe at the National Aquarium located in Baltimore, MD. The unique architecture of the space required careful planning to ensure an even distribution of sound throughout the room. The final design included an extensive sound-reinforcement system including distributed loudspeakers, digital processing, wireless microphone capabilities, and an ability to handle a variety of audio sources. Analysis and recommendations were made regarding interior finishes, partition options, and design goals for background noise levels and RT60 times.[/col3]

 

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Architect: Design Collective, Inc.

Location: Baltimore, MD
Audio Systems Value: $30,000

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Morgan State University – New Communications Center Building

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LOCATION:
Baltimore, Maryland

ARCHITECT:
Anshen + Allen Architects

CONSTRUCTION COST:
$22 MILLION

GROSS SQUARE FOOTAGE:
78,600 square feet

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[col3]The scope of this project includes a $2.5 million dollar design to budget for educational technology systems to include: video production and recording, digital/analog audio recording, videoconferencing, audiovisual presentation and recording, along with the supporting inside/outside cable plant with associated infrastructure. A closed circuit IP based security system is also specified for the new building including a 16-channel high performance duplex multiplexer with remote control, and multiple high-resolution cameras for perimeter and interior surveillance. The types of spaces to receive audiovisual presentation systems include: WMSU and WEAA On-Air and Production Studios with associated control rooms and talent areas, audio/video engineering studios, forensics and electronic production laboratories, typical classrooms (30-50 seat), sub-dividable classrooms (140-seat), conference rooms, and collaborative group study type spaces. A 160-seat lecture hall and a room dedicated to distance learning (videoconferencing) were also included in the project scope. The broadcast technology studio in the building includes demonstration and post-production audio/video recording studios, audio/video record/edit suites and master control/production consoles. Scope of design work includes the complete specifications and project management for all audiovisual and telecommunications cabling for voice, data and RF video signals into the new building. Specifications include details outlining procedures and methods of connecting to existing campus telecommunications networks, as well as, the infrastructure to support the relocation of the campus Data Center from Banneker Hall to the new Communications Center. Additional responsibilities include the review of building criteria as they apply to acoustics, noise and vibration for all acoustically sensitive spaces, the development of acoustical criteria for HVAC equipment noise levels and sound isolation, and recommendations for room layout, shaping, and acoustical finishes. The project has been successfully complete since August 2006.[/col3]

 

 

 

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Mercy Medical Center – Mary Catherine Bunting Center

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LOCATION:
Baltimore, Maryland

ARCHITECT:
Ellerbe Becket

CONSTRUCTION COST:
$292 Million

GROSS SQUARE FOOTAGE:
672,000 gsf

 

The scope of this project includes complete design services for telecommunications (voice/data) cabling systems, cable antenna television (CATV) systems, closed circuit video systems (CCTV), and acoustics, noise & vibration control for the new Mercy Medical Center replacement patient tower located in downtown Baltimore. The new 160-bed tower will house an emergency department, surgery department, intensive care unit, orthopedic medical/surgical units, obstetrics, neo-natal ICU, post-partum unit, imaging department, and out-patient services. Project opportunities include the design of a universal patching approach for voice and data station cabling to accommodate Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP), an IP addressable CCTV system monitored over the hospital’s Local Area Network (LAN), and interface wiring for CATV control through the nurse call system in patient rooms. Additional responsibilities include the development of acoustical criteria for isolation of the building structure due to structure-borne vibration including traffic vibration along St. Paul Street, HVAC equipment noise control, sound isolation, as well as, interior room acoustics for various spaces throughout the facility. The project was completed in spring 2011.

 

 

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Kyma Restaurant – Room Acoustics/ Reverberation Time Analysis Project

[col3]Kyma Restaurant is a popular restaurant, bar and lounge located in Annapolis, Maryland. Convergent Technologies was asked to provide Acoustical Testing and Measurement services for Kyma Restaurant. The restaurant’s General Manager observed that noise levels when fully occupied were too loud and impeded normal conversations between diners. This project involved acoustical testing and measurement, sound isolation design, and treatment type recommendations. The purpose was to determine a means by which the reverberant noise could be reduced so as to provide a pleasant atmosphere for conversation. Scope of work included taking measurements during full occupancy, comparing to noise levels traditionally permissible in such environments and making recommendations to improve the acoustical quality of the restaurant by reducing noise levels. Recommendations included ceiling treatments for the first and second floors, window treatments and wall treatments. An acoustical report was developed outlining observations and recommendations. Included in the report was the suggestion of a phase implementation of the outlined recommendations and the recording of the results before proceeding to the next modification. This project has been complete since January 2007.[/col3]


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Hilton Hotels – Garden Inn of Annapolis

[col3]Convergent Technologies provided acoustics, noise and vibration control consulting for various spaces throughout the new 126 room Hilton Garden Inn, located in the heart of the Annapolis historic district. Services included conducting an analysis of various partition types. Recommendations were made for partition types including windows, operable partitions, and penetrations to be in keeping with desired sound levels. Spaces analyzed in this project included corridors, guest rooms, meeting room, pool/exercise room, mechanical/laundry room, and exterior areas. Convergent Technologies calculated STC ratings for custom partition types provided by the architect. The project has been successfully complete since 2006.[/col3]

 

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LOCATION: Annapolis Maryland

ARCHITECT: WGM Architecture + Interiors

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Frederick County Public Schools – West Frederick Middle School

[col3]The scope of work for the Frederick County Public Schools, West Frederick Middle School Renovation/Addition, consists of noise and vibration control design consulting through the review of the 50% construction documents package along with the octave band sound power levels for one chiller tower to be installed adjacent to an existing air cooled chiller. The facility’s seasonal shutdown of the existing cooling system posed a problem for onsite acoustical measurements to be gathered, but a direction for design was developed through the acquired data of the specified series of existing air cooled chiller, the noise ordinance information from the City of Frederick and the variety of noise control options available. Project responsibilities also include an outlined period for deliverables, with RFI responses and recommendations for suitable substitutions to specified solutions, as well as Fall construction administration services.[/col3]

 

[col3]LOCATION: Frederick, Maryland

ARCHITECT: Bushey Feight Morin Architects, Inc.

CONSTRUCTION COST: $30 MILLION

GROSS SQUARE FOOTAGE: 10,600 gross square feet

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Elizabeth Seton High School — Center for Sports & Fine Arts

[col3]The scope of this project includes complete design services relating to acoustics, noise and vibration control, as well as, audio recording and presentation systems to supplement the music, dance and athletic programs planned to reside in the new building. Space plans includes Band/Choral Rooms, Music Practice Rooms, Dance Studio, Music Classrooms, and a Gymnasium. Acoustical criteria was developed for all musical spaces outlining recommended room reverberation times, room shaping, proportions, and adjacencies, and specialty acoustical finishes. Responsibilities also included the development of acoustical criteria for HVAC equipment noise levels, sound isolation, and room acoustical and floor slab vibration properties for all acoustically sensitive spaces throughout the facility. Project challenges included the design of an integrated music and athletic center to support both programs independently. The project has been successfully complete since September 2007.[/col3]

 

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LOCATION: Bladensburg, Maryland

ARCHITECT: Geier Brown Renfrow

CONSTRUCTION COST: $5.8 MILLION

GROSS SQUARE FOOTAGE: 26,300 gross square feet

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Coppin State University – Health and Human Services Building

[col3]The scope of this project includes a $3.5 million design to budget for educational technology systems to include: healthcare observation & recording, immersion classroom distance learning, internet based classroom teaching systems, audiovisual presentation and recording, program/speech audio reinforcement, custom instructor’s stations, telecommunications cabling (voice, data, RF Video), as well as network, wireless, and telephony electronics. The types of spaces to receive educational technology systems include: 100-seat lecture hall, general classrooms/laboratories, seminar classrooms, distance learning center, moot court room, technology center, computer labs, observation/exam rooms, demonstration/counseling rooms, and meeting/conference rooms. Design responsibilities include program verification, drawing documentation, specification preparation, and construction administration for all audiovisual systems, telecommunications cabling systems, and acoustics, noise & vibration control analysis. Specifications include procedures and methods for connecting existing campus telecommunications networks and expanding campus infrastructure to incorporate the 100% growth of outlet counts on the campus as a result of this new project. Additional responsibilities include the review of building criteria as they apply to acoustics, noise and vibration control for all acoustically sensitive spaces, mechanical systems, and a nearby railway line. Project opportunities include working with campus technical staff to incorporate cutting edge Internet based learning software [Tegrity] into classroom instructional technology systems, and the integration of audiovisual recording/monitoring over the local area network. This project has been successfully complete since spring 2009.[/col3]

 

[col3]LOCATION: Baltimore, Maryland

ARCHITECT: Design Collective, Inc.

CONSTRUCTION COST: $50 MILLION

GROSS SQUARE FOOTAGE: 160,000 square feet

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College Park Airport – Operations Building

[col3]The College Park Airport is the world’s oldest continuously operating airport. Founded in 1909 for the Wright Brothers instruction of the first military aviators, the airport is now run as both a historic site and operating general aviation airport. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. The Aviation Museum is an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and depicts the airport’s history. The Museum operates as a public museum providing educational exhibits, special events, programs and tours for the general public, children and tourists. The scope of this project includes the Expansion of the Airport Operations Building. Convergent Technologies is providing complete design services for audiovisual and telecommunications cabling systems with associated supporting infrastructure, as well as acoustics, noise and vibration control. The existing Airport Operations Building will be expanded by approximately 5,000sf and will include Administrative Office space for the Airport Manager, Airport Operations and Security Staff, a Pilot/Passenger Waiting Lounge, Public Lobby and Aircraft Storage and Maintenance as well as a Pilot Briefing Room/Flight Plan Filing. The Pilot Briefing Room is designed as a conferencing space capable of presenting digital media via a flat panel display as well as from a projection system. The Airport Operations Building will also include a new Data Center. Multimedia systems are being designed to enhance the administration of the aviation museum, and the experience of the visitors as well as the airport operation. This project is currently in the design phase with completion scheduled for 2013.[/col3]

 

[col3]LOCATION: College Park, Maryland

ARCHITECT: Moody/Nolan, Inc.

CONSTRUCTION COST: $8 MILLION

GROSS SQUARE FOOTAGE: 7,000 gross square feet

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College of Notre Dame – Communications Department Renovation of Broadcast Television Studio & Editing Suite

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LOCATION:
Baltimore, Maryland

ARCHITECT:
Melville Thomas Architects

CONSTRUCTION COST:
$2 MILLION

GROSS SQUARE FOOTAGE:
20,000 gross square feet

 

The scope of this project included a modest design to budget that led to efficient use of both new and existing television broadcast electronics, studio lighting, and production studio infrastructure. Included spaces are programmed as primary rooms for teaching the art of television production and editing. Technology systems included: master control/production console, AV preview monitoring, analog/digital video production switcher, digital audio recording/editing/mastering, multiple-camera broadcast news set, fully dimmable production floor lighting grid, teleprompting system, and a two-channel intercommunications system throughout the control room, filming stage, and audio booth areas. The broadcast suite included demonstration and post-production audio/video editing, mastering, and finalizing areas, with optical fiber connectivity to the campus wide local area network (LAN) for video distribution within the campus and on the internet. The studio performs on both digital and analog recording platforms. Scope of design work included the complete specifications and project management for audio and video broadcast electronics within the control room and edit suite. Project highlights included project bid responses coming in on budget and project completion occurring on time meeting both tight budget and schedule parameters. Other project responsibilities included room acoustics, noise and vibration control for the studio spaces and punchlist development followed by systems acceptance. The project has been successfully complete since January 2004.