Clemson University Constructs Massive Residential Village
CLEMSON, S.C. — Clemson University is currently constructing a new mixed-use residential village called Douthit Hills, it’s largest building project to date.
2015
SchenkelShultz to Design New West Orange Relief High School
WINTER GARDEN, Fla. — In an attempt to relieve overcrowding at West Orange High School, located in Winter Garden, the district will construct a new relief high school designed by SchenkelShultz Architecture of Orlando.
Fort Rucker to Construct New Elementary School
FORT RUCKER, Ala. — Plans to replace Fort Rucker Elementary School — part of the Fort Rucker Army Base — are underway now that Orlando, Fla.-based SchenkelShultz has been selected as the project’s architect. SchenkelShultz was awarded the 133,542-square-foot project under the firm’s Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District.
Gina Coel
Gina Coel has been named North American vice president of sales at nora systems, Inc., a leading manufacturer of commercial floor coverings for education, health care and other commercial markets. In this role, Coel will manage customer support and sales efforts in the North American market, along with more than 50 sales associates. Coel has worked in the flooring industry for 20 years, spending eight of those years at nora.
Elastomeric Coating
GAF recently introduced WeatherCote Elastomeric Coating, a water-based acrylic roof coating that provides a durable, protective weathering layer for low-slope roofs. Applicable to both school and university facilities, WeatherCote Elastomeric Coating is highly reflective, directing heat and UV away from the building. With an 88 percent initial reflectivity, it reduces wear and tear on the membrane below as well as lowers the temperature inside the building, saving on energy costs during summer months.
Tackling Capital Planning One Problem at a Time
When school administrations prepare a capital plan, the task is anything but simple. It’s extremely difficult to determine and prioritize the complex needs of aging facilities, especially with tight budgets and processes involving internal and external stakeholders.
Ensuring a Successful Campus Construction Project
A modern student center, a high-tech science wing, a classroom filled with natural light — these are the features that make each school or university campus distinctive.