Previous WarehouseThe previous warehouse provided wide open non-designed spaces that facilitated the museum's goal of an arts based program.
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Natural VentilationA saw tooth roof section contribute north facing natural light, an open floor plan, large south facing doors, and natural ventilation. The extension of the elevator tower into a cooling chimney assists air flow and provides an iconic feature for the building.
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Early Study ModelTilt up construction, typical for warehouse construction, but applied in a "serape" strip pattern, helped establish the saw tooth roof and clerestory windows.
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CFD StudyAnalysis of each opening in the facade and how it performs under various wind conditions
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Performance and OperationThe CFD analysis helped establish the stages of operation for each opening element and expected temperature range.
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Implementation of Controls
System operation was programmed into the Building Management System.
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