Design highlights include:
- Use of innovative and energy-efficient lighting such as controls and occupancy sensors for general and accent purposes to create a warm and appealing environment for patients, families, and hospital staff.
- Modifications made to existing systems with minimal interruption to daily routines
- Per VA guidelines, the energy consumption target was 30% below ASHRAE 90.1-2007 baseline building where obtainable and feasible
- Sprinkler branch piping and heads were redesigned to accommodate the new architectural floor plan while existing sprinkler mains required modifications to accommodate new ductwork routing
- Two separate VAV systems with fully ducted supply and return pathways and zoned perimeter heating around the exterior
- All existing systems were completely demolished and removed in the 4th floor area
- Detailed duct routing and coordination to promote large ceiling heights over the infusion bays and nurse station
- Domestic water distribution system complied with facilities current legionella requirements and all lavatories, water closets, and sinks featured touch-free operation
- Medical gases were routed to the new infusion suite outlets utilizing existing tie-in points
