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Virginia Western Community College – Business Sciences Building

[col3]The scope of this project included reviewing the existing Data Center design to evaluate pros and cons of relocation/ replacement versus modification. In addition to the Data Center assessment, an analysis on the impact of Data Center renovation or replacement on VWCC campus, network operations and other buildings on campus, associated telecommunications cabling system and infrastructure, and associated power and cooling systems was also conducted. The Data Center’s current location occurred as a result of the evolution of the campus network over many years, proving the location was functional but not necessarily planned.Taking into consideration the extensive amount of cabling and network electronics located in the data center, it was decided prudent to maintain and utilize the existing location.The presence of newly installed power facilities and an existing cooling system also made the decision to keep the data center racks and equipment where they were currently located the most practical and economically sound decision.  It was also determined that the re-design effort, as it related to the Data Center, needed to address numerous points: power requirements of existing and potential future electronics; cooling and environmental control capabilities (temperature and humidity); access control; and adequate room for growth. It was concluded that as a result of the redesign of the second floor, the telecommunications cabling system would be impacted significantly. Specific cabling systems such as the outside plant copper, fiber and coaxial backbone (OSP), internal backbone copper, fiber and coaxial backbone (Riser), and the above ceiling structured cabling system (Horizontal), at the time, connected existing campus buildings, and had to be protected during redesign. Damage received to any of those named systems could have resulted in outages, or loss of service to the classrooms and lab connections. Many of these cables needed to be removed and replaced in the proposed areas of redesign while others remained connected to their existing outlet locations. Close coordination between departments located in these construction affected areas and the re-design team was necessary to ensure that unscheduled outages did not take place. This project has been successfully completed since 2008.[/col3]

[col3]Architect: SFCS, Inc.
Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Construction Cost: $2 Million
Project Size: 20,000 gsf[/col3]

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Virginia Tech – Henderson Hall Renovation

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Architect:
Moseley Architects

Location:
Blacksburg, Virginia

Construction Cost:
$9 Million

Project Size:
49,000 gsf

LEED:
Gold

Description
The scope of this project includes complete design for all telecommunications and audiovisual infrastructure as it relates to the renovation of Henderson Hall, the oldest building on the Virginia Tech campus. Space plans include: a 8,000 sq. ft. Black Box theater addition, theater support spaces, music practice rooms, graphics design labs/classrooms, conference rooms, and faculty offices. Specifications include details outlining procedures and methods of connecting to existing campus telecommunications networks. Project challenges include working within the existing building framework to provide state of the art telecommunications and audiovisual systems infrastructure. Project highlights include working with in-house Virginia Tech Communications Network Services in designing the telecommunications infrastructure for the new building including telecommunications room sizing, power requirements, environmental requirements, heat load design criteria, telecommunications room lighting and finishes, grounding and bonding for telecommunications equipment, and building entrance protection. The project has been successfully complete since 2009.

 

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Virginia State University – Hunter McDaniel Hall Expansion & Renovation

[col3]Scope of this project includes the renovation and expansion of Hunter McDaniel Hall to convert the building into needed instructional space to support the University’s growth, vision and campus master plan. Convergent Technologies is providing complete design services for audiovisual systems, and telecommunications cabling systems with associated supporting infrastructure. Building improvements include reorganizing interior spaces for more efficient operation of several departments. Spaces to receive educational technology systems include: Mathematics Classrooms, Mathematics Distance Learning Room, Nursing Simulator Skills Lab, Medical Surgery Skills Lab, Nursing Teaching Classroom, Pediatrics/Maternity Skills Lab, Psychology Computer Lab, Clinical Labs, Community Health, Social Psychology Rooms, Experimental Lab, Physics Labs, Organic and Biochemistry Teachings Labs, Conference Rooms, and a Library Video Conference Room. Overall project scope includes narrative systems overview descriptions and detailed per space cost estimating for all technology systems. In addition to several classrooms requiring appropriate designs for the purpose of distance learning, specified systems include standard classroom presentation systems, nursing/medical simulation systems, and a Technology Enhanced Active Learning classroom featuring multiple displays, an assisted listening system and annotation devices. Project challenges include the design of appropriate presentation systems for trapezoid and curved shaped classrooms, as well as rectangular shaped spaces. The project is scheduled to complete in August 2012.[/col3]

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Architect: Commonwealth Architects

Location: Petersburg, Virginia

Construction Cost: $23 million

Project Size: 106,000 gross square feet

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Virginia State University – Engineering & Technology Building

[col3]The scope of this project includes a $ 1,000,000 dollar design to budget for educational technology systems to include: audiovisual presentation and recording, videoconferencing, program/speech audio reinforcement, along with the supporting inside/outside telecommunications 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: a 120-seat auditorium, 30 and 40-seat multimedia classrooms and laboratories, general classrooms, computer laboratories, conference rooms, and various office spaces throughout the facility. 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 from existing campus distribution points. Specifications include details outlining procedures and methods of connecting to existing campus telecommunications networks. The project is a two-year design/construction project and has been successfully completed and occupied since spring 2007.[/col3]

 

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Architect:  Moseley Architects

Location:  Petersburg, VA

Construction Cost:  $20 Million

Project Size:  77,000 gross square feet

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Virginia Military Institute – Stadium Expansion & Renovation

[col3]The scope of this project included telecommunications cabling design review services related to the design of the Stadium Expansion and Renovation at the Virginia Military Institute located in Lexington, Virginia. The Alumni Memorial Stadium and the Patchin Field Stadium serve the athletic department, general campus, and the community as key event facilities. Alumni Memorial Field holds approximately 10,000 spectators and Patchin Baseball Field holds 400 fans for baseball games. Expansion and improvements were intended to update the facilities and accommodate the needs of the fans and Keydet athletes. Convergent Technologies was asked to advise on the most economical and beneficial approach for outside cabling plant distribution to the new facilities. Responsibilities included attending a meeting to review existing campus facilities, current and future construction projects, and master planning desired for the campus. CTDG specialists reviewed the solution proposed by the telecommunications contractor and offered feedback on behalf of the Owner and Design Team as it related specifically to the campus master plan and the Stadiums project. The cabling plan was also reviewed to identify redundancies or shortcomings evident in the proposed scope of services. This project has been completed since the summer of 2008.[/col3]

[col3]Architect: SFCS, Inc.

Location:  Lexington, Virginia

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Virginia Commonwealth University – Institute for Contemporary Arts

[col3]This nationally ranked School of the Arts building includes distinctive and unique design reflecting the University’s artistic excellence. The facility consists of exhibition galleries, ground floor reception area with a catering kitchen, a lecture hall, loading dock with work room, administrative offices, and a small classroom/teaching lab. The new Institute for Contemporary Arts is located on the Monroe Park Campus of the Virginia Commonwealth University. Convergent Technologies is providing complete design services for telecommunications cabling systems infrastructure, room acoustics, interior sound isolation, and HVAC noise control design services. Spaces to receive technology design systems include: 210 Seat Theatre, Lecture Hall, Classroom/Teaching Lab, and Gallery Spaces. This project is scheduled to be complete in 2015.[/col3]

[col3]Architect: Steven Holl Architects
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Construction Cost: $16 Million
Project Size: 32,000 gsf[/col3]

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University of Mary Washington – College of Graduate & Professional Studies, Building #2

Proton Facilities: Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital, Proton Therapy Facility – Systems by CTDG
Proton Facilities: Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital, Proton Therapy Facility – Systems by CTDG
Proton Facilities: Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital, Proton Therapy Facility – Systems by CTDG

[col3]Performance features of this project include the following educational technology systems: audiovisual presentation and program/speech audio reinforcement along with the supporting inside/outside telecommunications cable plant with associated infrastructure. Types of spaces to receive audiovisual presentation systems include: 350-seat sub-dividable multipurpose lecture hall, multi-media classrooms and laboratories, and faculty offices. The project program includes plan design layouts such as tiered, U-shaped, sub-dividable, and general classrooms with associated audiovisual/telecommunications cabling systems. Scope of design work features the complete specifications and project management for all audiovisual and telecommunications cabling for voice, data and RF video signals into the new building from existing campus distribution points. Specifications include details outlining procedures and methods of connecting to existing campus telecommunications networks.   Deliverable responsibilities include: complete schematic narrative system overview descriptions and detailed per space cost estimating for all educational technology systems. Design highlights focused on detailed cost estimating exercises during preliminary design phases for help in refining total overall building costs. Other project responsibilities include room acoustics and mechanical systems noise and vibration control for all spaces throughout the new facility. The project is a twelve-month design effort, and has been successfully complete since March, 2008.[/col3]

[col3]Architect: Moseley Achitects
Location: Fredericksburg, Virginia
Construction Cost: $10 Million
Project Size: 45,000 gsf[/col3]

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University of Mary Washington – Anderson Convocation Center

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[col3]Moseley Architects; Hastings & Chivetta Architects

University of Mary Washington – Anderson Convocation Center Project

Location:
Fredericksburg, Virginia

A/V Budget:
$1 Million

Project Size:
155,000 gsf

The scope of this multi-phase project includes complete design services for the following technology systems: digital audiovisual presentation, program/speech audio reinforcement, and telecommunications cabling (voice, data, RF Video), Phase I of the project includes the expansion of Goolrick Hall to provide a new performance court, four-court practice gym and suspended jogging track that will also support approximately 2,000 spectators for major University events such as commencement, convocation ceremonies, athletics, alumni programs, concerts, and major cultural events. Phase II of the project includes the construction of a new Natatorium that will connect to Goolrick through a new spectator lobby. Scope of design work features the complete specifications and project management for all audiovisual and telecommunications cabling for voice, data and RF video signals into the new building from existing campus distribution points. Specifications include details outlining procedures and methods of connecting to existing campus telecommunications networks. Additional design responsibilities provided for the review of building criteria as they apply to acoustics, noise and vibration for the events arena, the development of acoustical criteria for HVAC equipment noise levels and sound isolation, and recommendations for room layout, shaping, and acoustical finishes. Project deliverables captured a complete system overview programming narrative and detailed, per space cost estimating, for all educational technology systems. The project is a twelve-month, multi-phase design effort and was completed in summer 2011.

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Medicorp Health System — Stafford Hospital

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Architect:
Ellerbe Becket

Location:
Stafford, Virginia

Project Size:
 225,000 GSF

Construction Cost:
$110 MILLION

 

The new Stafford campus of the MediCorp Health System is home to a 100-bed acute care hospital including a medical/surgical unit, intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, full- service emergency department, imaging center, and medical office space. The project included a $2,000,000 dollar design to budget for technology systems to include telecommunications (voice/data) cabling systems, cable antenna (CATV) television system, closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems, telemedicine (portable/fixed) systems, and audiovisual presentation systems. Specifications included 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 in the patient rooms through the nurse’s call system. The types of spaces that received audiovisual presentation systems include: an auditorium and associated control room, conference rooms, and boardrooms with telemedicine capabilities. Various common areas throughout the facility also received video displays, background music, and voice paging systems. Additional responsibilities included the development of acoustical criteria for isolation of the building structure due to the structure-borne vibration, HVAC equipment noise control, space adjacencies and sound isolation, as well as interior room acoustics for various spaces throughout the facility. The project was successfully completed in 2009.

UPDATE: In 2010, Medicorp Health System changed it’s name to Mary Washington Healthcare.

 

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Longwood University – Bedford Hall Renovation & Expansion

[col3]The scope of this Longwood University project includes complete design services for the following technology systems: telecommunications cabling infrastructure for voice, data, and RF Video, and audiovisual presentation systems infrastructure. Bedford Hall is home to the university’s studio and visual arts programs including graphic design, art education, photography, painting, crafts, art history and drawing. Space plans include renovating approximately 26,000 gross square feet of existing classrooms, laboratories, shops, studios, galleries and offices. The three-story 49,000 square foot addition will also include space plans for additional classrooms, laboratories, shops, studios, galleries and offices. Specified systems include infrastructure for custom instructor’s stations, audio reinforcement systems, multimedia presentation systems, and local area networking. Specifications also include details outlining procedures and methods of connecting to existing campus telecommunications networks. Additional design responsibilities include the review of building criteria as they apply to acoustics, noise and vibration, the development of acoustical criteria for HVAC equipment noise levels and sound isolation, and recommendations for room layout, shaping, and acoustical finishes. Project deliverables captured a complete system infrastructure programming narrative for all educational technology systems. This project is currently in the Construction Documents phase with estimated completion expected in time for Spring 2012 occupancy.[/col3]

[col3]Architect: Moseley Architects; HGA Architects & Engineers
Location: Farmville, Virginia
Construction Cost: $27 Million
Project Size: 74,862 gsf[/col3]