With improvements to the base building systems and tenant occupied spaces, this Chicago high rise is thinking ahead. McGuire Engineers updated the building systems to improve energy efficient and building technology. The building was recently awarded the Mayoral Award for efforts in Retrofit Chicago’s Commercial Buildings Initiative.

SERVICES PROVIDED

Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Life Safety, Lighting Design, Building Automation, Feasibility Studies

ENGINEERING HIGHLIGHTS

• Ongoing improvements to public spaces including corridors, lobby and restrooms to update the building and meet ADA accessibility standards.
• Implementation of Building Automation Systems (BAS) such as new VAV boxes to direct digital drive and promote more comfortable, cost efficient environments.
• Multiple tenant build outs to update building systems and improve efficiency and comfort for occupants.
• Installation of an ultra-high efficiency multiple compressor chiller and upgrades to accompany systems to increase energy efficiency.