Our public works and community college experts collaborated to design this 42,500-square-foot facility, which brings Joliet Junior College’s Facility Services department more space and efficiency. The facility consolidates the department, vehicles, and equipment under one roof. High-performance technologies decrease energy use by 26% compared to building standards. more »awards Project of the Year, American Public Works Association, Chicago Chapter, Southwest Branch
« more » main componentsheated vehicle storage administrative areas with abundant natural light fueling island material storage bins shipping/receiving loading dock surplus goods storage area « more » sustainable featuresSaves 84,500 gallons of potable water a year 75% of regularly occupied spaces have access to daylight 77% of construction waste was recycled LED light fixtures throughout facility Reflective roof surface Geothermal heating/cooling system Solar-powered/pre-heat duct work Motion sensors for lights Operable/high-efficiency windows « more |