UC Merced Sierra Terraces
Merced, CA
This project encompassed the plan and spec for 2 dormitories. Taylor Engineers also facilitated the commissioning of LEED NC 2.1 under UCM Cx Authority. The UC Merced Sierra Terrace Dormitories house a central variable air volume modulating furnace system with unique variable volume/variable temperature zone controls to eliminate simultaneous heating and cooling. CO2 controls are provided in common rooms to dynamically control the ventilation rate. Additionally, individual toilet room fans work to reduce makeup air requirements.
Size (ft²)
84,000
Stories
Project Type
Residential
Scope of Work
Complete design of HVAC and control systems. Division 15 master specifications for entire site. Master plan and specifications for energy management, control systems, and system commissioning. LEED mechanical and energy documentation.
Completed
2008
Owner
University of California, Merced
Architect
Fisher Friedman Associates
Contractors
Construction Manager: Hallmark Group, Mechanical: Banger Contractors
Photographer
References
UCM: Cynthia Hughes UCOP: Karl
Brown Hallmark Group: Daniel Seay
Fisher Friedman Associates: Ruth
Kleinman Bangar Co.: Tom Nesterenko