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Susquehanna University – Apfelbaum Hall – Business & Communications Building

Proton Facilities: Cincinnati Childrens Hospital, Proton Treatment Project – Systems by CTDG
Proton Facilities: Cincinnati Childrens Hospital, Proton Treatment Project – Systems by CTDG
Proton Facilities: Cincinnati Childrens Hospital, Proton Treatment Project – Systems by CTDG

[col3]This project included a $1.1 million dollar design to budget for educational technology systems to include:  a digital audiovisual production studio, videoconferencing, audiovisual presentation and recording, along with the supporting inside/outside telecommunications cable plant with associated infrastructure. The types of spaces to receive audiovisual presentation systems included: three (3) multimedia classrooms, a presentation room, two (2) television studios, numerous small-group study rooms, and 600 dataports (one by every seat in the building). A live digital broadcast quality production-recording studio was designed, inclusive of an audio record/edit suite, digital video editing suites (4), and a master control/production console. Scope of design work included the project management for all telecommunications cabling for voice, data and RF video signals into the new building. Project opportunities included various styles of collaborative classroom settings, as well as various high-end digital/analog recording and editing spaces.  State of the art TV studios and post-production editing suites were planned to reflect world environments to enable students to receive hands on professional experience prior to graduation. Project responsibilities included cost estimating, details outlining procedures and methods of connecting to existing campus telecommunications networks.  The project was a three-year, multi-phase design project. The project has been successfully completed since November 1999.[/col3]

[col3]Architect: Spillman Farmer Architects
Location: Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania
Construction Cost: $19 Million
Project Size: 80,000 gsf[/col3]

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University of Central Missouri – James C. Kirkpatrick Library & Technology Center

[col3]The scope of this project consisted of a $1.5 million dollar design to budget for educational technology systems to include: digital audiovisual production recording, distance learning, and audiovisual presentation and recording, along with the supporting inside/outside cable plant with associated infrastructure. The types of spaces to receive audiovisual presentation systems: typical classrooms (40-seat), sub-dividable classrooms (140-seat), audio/video edit suites, conference rooms and collaborative group study type spaces. A pair of rooms dedicated to distance learning/videoconferencing is also featured in the project scope. A live broadcast quality production recording studio was designed, inclusive of an audio record/edit suite, audio origination room, and a master control/production console with associated mix position. Scope of design work included the specifications and project management for all telecommunications cabling for voice, data and RF video signals into the new building. Specification details were provided outlining procedures and methods of connecting to existing campus telecommunications networks. The project was a three-year, multi-phase design project. The building has been successfully complete since May 1999.[/col3]

 

[col3]Architect: Hastings & Chivetta Architects
Location: Warrensburg, Missouri
Construction Cost: $29 MILLION
Gross Square Footage: 120,000 gross square feet

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Salisbury University – Teacher Education & Technology Complex

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Architect:
Ayers Saint Gross Architects

Departments:

  • Seidel School of Education and Professional Studies
  • Department of Information Technology
  • Integrated Media Center
  • Teaching Learning Network

Location:
Salisbury, Maryland

Construction Cost:
$58 MILLION

Gross Square Footage:
165,000 gross square feet

LEED Certification:
Silver

 

The scope of this project includes a $4 million dollar design to budget for educational technology systems to include: broadcast television production and recording, digital/analog audio recording, videoconferencing, audiovisual presentation and recording, and complete telecommunications cabling plant design with associated infrastructure. The types of spaces to receive audiovisual presentation systems include: television broadcast studios, multi-track audio recording studio, video demonstration studio, audio and video non-linear editing bays, multi-media art exhibit space, observation rooms, computer laboratories, small classrooms (30-seat, 44-seat), large classrooms (60-seat, 80-seat), lecture halls (120-seat), conference rooms, and collaborative group study type spaces. Scope of design work includes the complete specifications and project management for all audiovisual systems and telecommunications cabling systems, as well as, acoustics, noise and vibration control design for all acoustically sensitive spaces. Project challenges include the development and implementation of strict acoustical criteria for room layouts, shaping, and finishes, HVAC equipment noise levels, and proper sound isolation for the production spaces located on the third floor of the building. Project opportunities include the design of an integrated suite of media intensive spaces that support the educational objectives, the technical production requirements of the media arts program, and the entire university campus. Effective program verification and schematic design development with faculty and administration helped in presenting appropriate systemic cost models early in the design process. This project has been successfully complete since August 2008.

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Peabody Conservatory of Music – Recording Studio Renovation

[col3]The scope of this project included electronics and acoustical design services for the Recording Arts Department multi-track recording studios. Supported functions of the studios include live recording of all orchestral, opera, wind ensemble, chamber music, jazz, and choral events on campus as well as professional quality studio recording for the entire Hopkins community. Studio 220 is fully equipped with digital multitrack recording and automated mixdown facilities and is linked to two of Peabody’s Performance Halls. The studio is capable of mixing and recording in stereo, 5.1, 7.1 surround and LCRS to a variety of digital audio workstations, digital audio tape, compact discs, and a digital multitrack recorder. The entire system is time code capable and is locked to house word clock. The facility is also capable of full audio-for-video post production with DV-Cam, DVD mastering, and a non-linear video editing suite. The monitoring system assignment and fold down (with bass management) is configured by a multiformat monitor controller which feeds the surround monitor system. The Leakin Hall Studio includes an analog mixdown room and control room for the Leakin Recital Hall. This three room facility houses an analog automated console, digital multi-track recorder, a wide range of processing equipment and monitoring systems, full MIDI capability, a Hi-8 video editing system, and a variety digital editing workstations. Our designers also provided all acoustics, noise and vibration control consulting for the project. Responsibilities included development of acoustical criteria for HVAC equipment noise levels, sound isolation, room shaping, and acoustical finishes. This project has been successfully complete since June 2001.[/col3]

[col3]Location: Baltimore, MD
Construction Cost: $ 1.2 MILLION
Gross Square Footage: 1,800 gross square feet[/col3]

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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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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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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.

 

 

 

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Baltimore City Public School System – Frederick Douglass High School

[col3]Frederick Douglass High School (known locally as Douglass), is the second oldest historically integrated public high school in the United States. Course and Program highlights include AP Biology, Statistics, Drawing, English Literature and Spanish, Career & Technology Education, JROTC, 9th Grade Success Academy; Business, Finance and Management Academy; and Cab Calloway Music Careers and Cultural Arts Center. The scope of this project includes complete design services for audiovisual systems with infrastructure for the Frederick Douglass High School Television Recording Studio. The TV Studio includes capabilities for both a two camera system and a one camera system. Responsibilities include specifications for all audiovisual equipment, project management inclusive of construction administration, training and testing. Specified systems include remote controls, program and speech audio reinforcement and video production systems. A custom instructor’s station includes touchscreen capabilities for full function control of all room source and system functions (including a light dimming system) with one button operation. Wallmounted video cameras in the studio control room are also provided for use during presentations. The editing/audio room, used for educational television production editing, utilizes audiovisual broadcasting and recoding system technology. This space also provides an assisted listening system for the hearing impaired. This project was completed in Summer 2011.[/col3]


[col3]Architect: JRS Architects
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Systems Value: $250,000[/col3]

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Baltimore City Public School System – Digital Harbor High School

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Architect:
Gaudreau Architects, Inc.

Location:
Baltimore, Maryland

Construction Cost:
$50 Million

Project Size:
150,000 gsf

The scope of this project included a $6,000,000 dollar design to budget for technology systems to include: digital television production, non-linear video editing, videoconferencing/distance learning, audiovisual presentation and recording, building audio & video paging systems along with a new cable antenna television headend with associated infrastructure and source components. The types of spaces to receive audiovisual systems included: television studio/control room spaces, video editing classrooms, multimedia classrooms, and two 80-seat distance learning lecture halls. A live digital broadcast quality production/recording studio was designed, inclusive of an audio record/edit suite, audio origination rooms, 80 seats of video editing, and a master control/production console with producer’s row. The success of the television studio suite is in its flexibility. It serves not only as a broadcast quality television facility, but also as an instructional environment exposing students to industry standards. Design work included the programming, design documentation preparation, and construction administration of the technology systems implementation for this four-phase project. Project challenges included the management of three separate audiovisual systems contractors, as well as, overseeing multiple bid package sets to conform to complex construction phasing. Project design highlights included the specification of a baseband audio/video cabling system connecting all classrooms to enable events in a particular space to be easily distributed to one or all remaining classrooms. The project was a multi-phase masterplan and design project with continuous occupancy of the building. The project has been successfully complete since January 2005.

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Baltimore City Public School System – Booker T. Washington Middle School

[col3]The Middle School for the Arts at Booker T. Washington offers comprehensive education in and through the arts while engaging students in a relevant academic program. The school houses grades 6 through 8 and has programs in the visual arts, music, dance, and theatre that offer to develop students’ skills while having the opportunity to work independently and create a portfolio as well as offering multiple avenues for artistic/creative expression. The scope of this project includes complete design services for audiovisual systems with associated supporting infrastructure for the renovation of the Auditorium, Recording Studio & Control Room. Responsibilities include specifications for all audiovisual equipment, project management inclusive of construction administration, training and testing. Specified systems include multimedia presentation systems, remote controls, and program/speech audio reinforcement. The Auditorium and Control Room have been designed through construction documents. This project is expected to be complete in time for fall 2012 use.[/col3]


[col3]Architect: JRS Architects
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Systems Value: $500,000[/col3]