Project Background
Stanford University’s quest to build a state of the art Environmental Engineering building involved a creative analysis of system alternatives.

Project Requirements
Given the focus of Energy and Research that will take place in this educational facility, attention to energy performance was key.

What ACCO Delivered
ACCO performed this project on a design build basis. Vital to this process was the interaction with the concept designer Ove Arup, who outlined many of the system alternatives evaluated.

Discrete occupant uses served within the space yielded multiple mechanical solutions. Office areas use innovative Active Chilled Beams and natural ventilation. Controls mitigate the risk of unwanted ceiling condensation through analysis of outdoor and indoor conditions. Professor offices allow use of operable windows enabling an expanded individual comfort range while conserving energy.