AlfaTech Big Book - SVA Architects

INNOVATIVE IDEAS | INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS | SUSTAINABLE PARTNERSHIPS

01

OVERVIEW / Profile & Services

02 Sustainability 03

Markets & Relevant Projects

21213

Profile & Services OVERVIEW 01

P R O F I L E

ALFATECH AlfaTech has built a reputation over 30+ years providing the most innovative and sustainable engineering solutions starting at the master planning phase and continuing through construction administration. Our clients include high tech clients, service firms, large organizations in various industries, local and multi-national companies, and many ongoing clients we’ve been serving for years. We provide intelligent and cutting edge design at every turn, beginning at the commencement of every project in order to provide maximum benefit to our clients through the entire process. Our engineering solutions are highly efficient and cost effective, and ensure clients the greatest possible return on investment. Overall, we strive to develop the most dynamic relationships, be attentive to the needs of our clients and partners, and be true team players. With this mindset, we’ve proudly built a stellar list of clients. RSBG COMPANIES AlfaTech is part of a network of experienced companies that provide relevant services across the globe. These firms possess the most innovative and brightest talent which ensures the most forward thinking solutions and services for all projects in all the markets we serve. These companies operate from numerous offices in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Now with over 6,400 staff members worldwide and in over 30 countries we

can serve all of our clients’ needs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Collectively, the expertise of AlfaTech and RSBG provides engineering solutions that augments the vision of our clients and enables the most groundbreaking workplaces that go beyond current trends, and enable all future-of-work strategies.

Uber, Mission Bay 1 & 2

L O C AT I O N S

US San Jose, California

San Francisco, California Los Angeles, California Ventura, California San Diego, California Monrovia, California Atlanta, Georgia Edison, New Jersey

EUROPE Vienna, Austria Le, Denmark Paris, France Berlin, Germany

MIDDLE EAST Doha, Qatar Madiant Zayad, UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE

Al Ain, UAE Dubai, UAE Baghdad, Iraq Amman, Jordan

Bochum, Germany Frankfurt, Germany Hamburg, Germany

Munich, Germany Rostock, Germany Stralsund, Germany Ribnitz-Damgarten, Germany Wiesbaden, Germany Cologne, Germany Athens, Greece Madrid,Spain Zurich, Switzerland

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia AFRICA Beau Bassin, Mauritis Cairo, Egypt Algeria Libya Sudan

Istanbul, Turkey Birmingham, UK Bishop’s Strotford, UK Croydon, UK Edinburgh, UK Exeter, UK Leamington Spa, UK Leeds, UK London, UK Luton, UK

ASIA Brahmanbaria, Bangladesh Dhaka, Bangladesh Dehradun, India Delhi, India Gandhingar, India Mumbai, India New Dehli, India

Pune, India Rajkot, India

Maidenhead, UK Manchester, UK Nottingham, UK Stockport, UK Sunderland, UK Wakefield, UK

Visakhapatnam,India Manilla, Philippines Singapore, Singapore Bangkok, Thailand

P R O F I L E

S E R V I C E S

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN HVAC

ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING DESIGN Lighting and Lighting Controls Lighting Calculations

COMMISSIONING | ENERGY SOLUTIONS Early Quantifiable Energy Study Incentives

Heating Systems Water and Gas Cooling Systems / Chilled Water Dehumidification Systems Contamination Sensitive Areas Industrial Hygiene Systems Low Tolerance Temp Control Title 24 Analysis and Design Heat Recovery Systems Central Utility Plants Air Handlers HVAC System Controls PLC Programming Fire Protection and Plumbing

Customized ROI Calculations Sustainable Lighting Design Energy Savings Analysis Custom Lighting Fixtures Custom Lighting Fixtures Design

Energy Star® Assessments Retro-commissioning (RCx) Monitoring Brand Continuous Commissioning (MBCCx) ASHRAE Level 1, 2 and 3 Energy Audits Measurement and Verification (M&V) of installed projects Energy Modeling Net Zero Energy Budgeting HVAC/Chilled Water Plant Optimization

TECHNOLOGY DESIGN Low Voltage Design Audio Visual Design

Security Systems Design Architectural Acoustics Wireless Design & Modeling Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) Integrated Building Management Systems BMS Network Integration Telco Facilities and Services Voice Systems and Applications Relocation & Data Center Migration Services Strategic Planning and Analysis Project Management Management Consulting SUSTAINABILITY Sustainability Planning (Organizational and Infrastructural) LEED / Green Building Consulting Masterplanning Life Cycle Cost Assessment Occupant Wellness and Comfort

PROCESS Industrial Waste Collection Acid Neutralization Bio-Kill Waste System Process Waste Containment Ultra pure De-ionized Water Systems USP Water WFI Specialty Chemicals Chemical Storage

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN Power Systems

Emergency & Standby Power Lighting and Lighting Controls Security Systems 24 / 7 Power Systems (UPS) Power Monitoring Systems Toxic Gas Monitoring Graphic Control and Alarm Panels Grounding and Bonding

Lab and Special Gas Systems Ultra High Purity Gas Piping

Bulk & Specialty Gases Toxic Materials Handling Code Compliance Process Distribution Piping Process Cooling Water Medical Gas Medical Vacuum Waste Anesthetic Gas Disposal system (WAGD) Dental Vacuum System Dental Water System

Energy Management Energy Conservation Fire Alarm Systems Public Address Systems Plug Loads Control

Façade Engineering CFD / Wind Studies Wind Studies Thermal Stratification Studies Energy Concept Studies

S E R V I C E S

GREEN BUILDING

SUSTAINABILITY

LIFE

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN

OF A BUILDING RETRO COMMISSIONING

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN

ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING

TECHNOLOGY

COMMISSIONING / ENERGY SOLUTIONS

CONSTRUCT I ON

OCCUPANCY

END OF USE

DE S I GN

” ...Scientists dream about doing great things. Engineers do them.”

James Michener

SUSTAINABILITY 02

S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y

AlfaTech follows a holistic approach to meet project expectations in all dimensions. Providing sustainable design is an achievement if it is also functional. Increasing efficiency is realistic when it is applicable. Meeting the project budget is possible when the design is constructible. We take pride in our designs and ensure that the following principles are aligned in our approach to every project: • Implementing sustainable solutions • Environmental awareness and reducing carbon footprint • Creating a stress-free, comfortable and healthy environment • Optimizing building performance, reducing energy and water usage • Utilization of the latest smart building technology and occupant environmental control, including temperature control, lighting control, building envelope shading, acoustic and air quality by means of enhanced filtration system At AlfaTech, we have a multidisciplinary team of experts to assess and design projects with an integrated approach. Working along with owners, architects and other stakeholders, we examine every project with a comprehensive, systematic approach to meet the client’s sustainability, energy, water and environmental quality goals. AlfaTech goes beyond engineering – our suite of energy, water and sustainability assessment services creates projects that benefit the triple bottom line – people, planet and profit. We provide expert studies in all qualitative aspects of the built environment such as day lighting, thermal comfort, advanced lighting control design, and technology integration.

We examine every project with a comprehensive systematic approach to meet the client’s sustainability, energy, water and environmental quality goals.

S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y

ADVANCED SIMULATIONS We provide various advanced computer simulations to study wind patterns, thermal stratification and comfort issues in spaces, building façade studies and energy modeling to aid architects and owners make key decisions during the early stages of design.

• Façade Engineering • CFD/Wind Studies • Thermal Stratification Studies • Energy Concept Studies • Energy Modeling • Daylighting Modeling

S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y

CASE STUDY:

UBER MB 1 & 2 – LEED PLATINUM / WELL GOLD MI SS ION BAY HEADQUARTERS

San Franc i sco , CA

AlfaTech is currently involved in Uber’s innovative new San Francisco headquarters which is a new 420,000 square-foot, ground up office building in the Mission Bay district. We provided design/bid/build style Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineering, lighting design, and Technology (low voltage, security, audio/visual) services, throughout the entire project. AlfaTech is part of the construction administration effort and served as the engineer-of-record for mechanical and electrical installations. We assisted the architectural design team with optimizing performance by assessing various utility, façade and wind studies. Life-cycle cost analysis, energy benchmarking, and computational fluid dynamics were critical tools to inform the design effort. The project is designed as an innovative, ultra-high performance building that focuses on an occupant-centric workplace and includes an elaborate IT infrastructure, a façade that responds to programmatic needs, an under floor air distribution system, a two-building atria system incorporating natural ventilation, and a central treatment system for collecting graywater and rainwater. The interactions between the occupants, the buildings, and the ambient, were at the heart of the architectural and engineering systems; targeting lower environmental metrics of 1,100,000 kWh in reduced energy use and 2,100,000 gallons in reduced water use.

• High-performance LED lighting with an occupancy driven network-based lighting control • Fuel cells redundantly powering building network operations • Solar domestic hot water system • PV-ready electrical system • Integrated building management system, including Smart Building Technology

• Significant reduction of building energy by means of combined hydronic chill beam and underfloor air system (UFAD) • Aggressive rainwater capture and retention. • Graywater reuse • Natural ventilation for main atrium social areas, creating a pleasant, open experience for employees and visitors. • Maximize use of day lighting to optimize workspace quality.

S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y

CASE STUDY:

LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART Los Ange l es , CA

The Lucas Museum was conceived with the bold ambition to challenge the way our societies appreciate art museums. Inspired by its resolute mission, the engineering design blasted off with the vision to deliver a lasting, centenarian building in harmony with its site. The carbon zero design harnessed heat and cooling from the soil beneath the museum with over 700 vertical bores. This constituted the deepearth, pulsating aorta of the geothermal field. A second element of nature was introduced by way of a thermally active water pond, which increased the site’s innate cooling capacity. These features were modulated by the high-efficiency, heat recovery central plant that provided all-electric, simultaneous heating and cooling (and no gas-fired boilers). Environmental quality for prime spaces – galleries, state of the art theaters, and lobbies – were controlled with underfloor air-distribution and radiant floors. Smart controls gently nudged temperature and ventilation parameters to adjust to visitors’ comfort. The superstructure lifted off with an exterior façade that self-shaded the thermal shell, effectively reducing cooling demand. Curved onyxglass organically traced the rooftop which formed the solar PV field. At 365 kW capacity, the renewable energy source reduced an estimated 10-15% of the electricity demand and swung the carbon footprint negative. Ahead of its time, the Lucas Museum will open the doors as an eco-friendly, ‘net zero energy’-ready museum that gives back to the surrounding community.

• Geothermal loop • A solar energy system • Natural ventilation • Displacement system • LED lighting • Spectrally selective glazing

• Grass and native plants • Ecological ponds • EV charger • Rainwater harvesting • Energy efficient HVAC system • Hydronic bidirectional heating/cooling flooring systems

S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y

CASE STUDY:

DELTA PRODUCTS HEADQUARTERS Fremont , CA

Delta Products desired a new headquarters highlighting sustainability and energy efficiency with primary goals to showcase Delta Products’ innovation in a state of the art building blending the natural surroundings with sustainable building design. The Delta Americas Headquarters is a three-story 250,000 SF campus consisting of private offices, administrative, open workspace, conference/auditorium facilities, kitchen/dining areas, labs, office and warehouse. AlfaTech provided sustainable mechanical electrical plumbing engineering design services for this project focusing on the client’s desire to maximize natural ventilation and daylighting reduce water and energy consumption with a geothermal central plant and utilize radiant systems for primary space conditioning. AlfaTech conducted extensive CFD modeling to assist with sizing and locating windows around the building and their integration into a thermal tower ventilation strategy. The project also encompasses a photovoltaic system to balance energy consumption and achieve Net Zero Energy.

• Two passively conditioned, interconnected atria • Shaded facade with automated natural ventilation • Chilled sails and occupant- controlled underfloor air- distribution systems • High-performance LED lighting with an occupancy driven network-based lighting control

• Graywater reuse and rainwater catchment systems • Integrated building automation, controls and management platforms • Full air-side and water-side economizing • Fuel cells redundantly powering building network operations • Solar domestic hot water system • PV-ready electrical system

We believe making the world a better place is a responsibility we all share. And being able to do our part in the way we work is one of the best ways we can give back and have a positive effect on our environment. This means, not only do we always strive to provide the most sustainable solutions for our clients, but we are also always working on new, innovative and pioneering methods to bring sustainability to the next level, staying ahead of the curve in all types of projects in all the markets we serve.

Let’s leave the world a better place than we found it.

& Relevant Projects MARKETS 03

CULTURAL | SPECIAL PROJECTS

C U LT U R A L | S P E C I A L P R O J E C T S

LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART

Los Angeles, CA

Type: Museum Size: 360,000 SF

The Lucas Museum was conceived with the bold ambition to challenge the way our societies appreciate art museums. Inspired by its resolute mission, the engineering design blasted off with the vision to deliver a lasting, centenarian building in harmony with its site. The carbon zero design harnessed heat and cooling from the soil beneath the museum with over 700 vertical bores. This constituted the deepearth, pulsating aorta of the geothermal field. A second element of nature was introduced by way of a thermally active water pond, which increased the site’s innate cooling capacity. These features were modulated by the high-efficiency, heat recovery central plant that provided all-electric, simultaneous heating and cooling (and no gas-fired boilers). Environmental quality for prime spaces – galleries, state of the art theaters, and lobbies – were controlled with underfloor air-distribution and radiant floors. Smart controls gently nudged temperature and ventilation parameters to adjust to visitors’ comfort. The superstructure lifted off with an exterior façade that self-shaded the thermal shell, effectively reducing cooling demand. Curved onyxglass organically traced the rooftop which formed the solar PV field. At 365 kW capacity, the renewable energy source reduced an estimated 10-15% of the electricity demand and swung the carbon footprint negative. Ahead of its time, the Lucas Museum will open the doors as an eco-friendly, ‘net zero energy’-ready museum that gives back to the surrounding community. Sustainable Features include • Geothermal loop • A solar energy system • Natural ventilation • A displacement system • LED lighting • Spectrally selective glazing • Grass and native plants • Ecological ponds • EV charger • Rainwater harvesting & Gray water system • Hydronic bidirectional heating/cooling flooring systems • Smart building technology

C U LT U R A L | S P E C I A L P R O J E C T S

GRAUMAN’S CHINESE THEATRE

Hollywood, California

Type: Historical Size: +1,000 Seat Theatre

This project is a striking example of the creative renovation of a historical building to provide the amenities necessary to continue to attract visitors. The project consisted of a seismic structural upgrade and numerous renovations. The seating was replaced, a new state-of-the-art sound system and movie screen were installed, a new projection booth constructed, and the lobby, exterior facade and forecourt were renovated. New lighting was installed in the forecourt area to enhance the renowned hand and footprints embedded in concrete. This was a unique and challenging project as we were charged with designing significant systems upgrades within a strict budget while maintaining the historical nature of the building. One of the most significant challenges was the upgrade of life-safety systems within the building. Built in 1927, this landmark theatre is an opulent, awe-inspiring presence that has been a cornerstone of Hollywood’s history for over 75 years. As a reminder of the Golden Age of Hollywood and location of preference for prestigious premieres, it remains a world-famous attraction that draws thousands of visitors each year.

C U LT U R A L | S P E C I A L P R O J E C T S

CITY COLLEGE OF SAN FRANCISCO | PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

San Francisco, CA

Type: Performing Arts Center Size: 54,060 SF building on 437,000 SF campus

AlfaTech provided master planning and infrastructure design services for the City College of San Francisco’s new Ocean Avenue campus. The campus will house eight new buildings including a performing arts center, advanced technology building, joint use facility, central plant (part of joint use building), classroom building, dormitory, and bookstore totaling 437,000 SF. Performing Arts Center is a 54,060 square foot building comprised of three (3) main performance spaces; a 650-seat proscenium auditorium, a 150-seat music recital hall, and 150-seat studio (black box) theater. The College’s project goals included the buildings be designed and certified to a minimum LEED Silver rating. AT also provided MEP, and sustainable design for the AIA Award Winning, new performing arts complex spanning 100,000 SF. Targeting LEED Silver.

C U LT U R A L | S P E C I A L P R O J E C T S

GI LROY UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT CHRISTOPHER HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Gilroy, CA

Type: Performing Arts Center Size: 21,230 SF; 140,000 SF total

Gilroy USD is an ongoing client. One notable project is Christopher High School which achieved Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) status. Provided mechanical, plumbing, electrical and technology engineering services to create this energy efficient and sustainably designed campus which includes a new two-story performing arts building, classrooms, a cafeteria, and a gym. Phase I of this project received the Award of Excellence at the 2011 Leroy F. Greene Design and Planning Awards. Designed entire campus utilizing the latest technology in integrated lighting control.

K-12 EDUCATION

K - 1 2 E D U C AT I O N

CHRISTOPHER HIGH SCHOOL

Gilroy, CA

Type: New Construction Size: 140,000 SF For the Gilroy Unified School District, the firm completed the full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design for this new 140,000 SF high school. The campus includes classrooms, a cafeteria, and a gym. The project which has achieved CHPS status, and Phase I of this project also received the Award of Excellence at the 2011 Leroy F. Greene Design and Planning Awards.

K - 1 2 E D U C AT I O N

SAN FRANCISCO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

San Francisco, CA

Type: New Middle School Size: 70,000 SF

AlfaTech was provided mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology and solar photovoltaic engineering design services for “bridging” design and related services for a new Willie L. Brown Jr. Middle School located at 2055 Silver Avenue in the Bay View District of San Francisco. The new approximately 70,000 SF middle school replaces an existing school site complex located at the same address that was demolished. The new facility was constructed under a Design-Build construction delivery method. AlfaTech provided MEP and Technology documents up to Design Development level in order to assist design-build contractors in preparing their engineered design build construction documents for DSA approval. The MEP/Technology design-build contractor will be the engineer of record.

SAN FRANCISCO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

San Francisco, CA

Type: New, Modernizations Projects: • Dianne Feinstein Elementary • DeAvila Elementary • JFK Elementary Projects for the San Francisco School District have included new and modernizations, HVAC and Build Review projects.

Lincoln High School Willie L. Brown Jr. Middle School

K - 1 2 E D U C AT I O N

LOS GATOS–SARATOGA UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Los Gatos, CA; Saratoga, CA

Type: Modernizations Size: Two Schools

AlfaTech provided MEP and Technology design standards for two schools in the district. Los Gatos High School benefitted from the modernization of an existing three story building, gym, performing arts center, and new girls locker room. At Saratoga High School, the firm provided modernization of various HVAC systems and upgraded main electrical service.

Lincoln High School

K - 1 2 E D U C AT I O N

EASTSIDE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

San Jose, CA

Type: New High School Campus Size: 240,000 SF

The firm provided engineering design services for the new Evergreen High School campus consisting of seven buildings totaling 240,000 SF. These include two-story classroom structures, administrative offices, a library, large and small gymnasiums, a multi-purpose and cafeteria facility, and a performance art and music building. Among the other amenities are a swimming pool facility, locker room facility, football stadium and two softball fields.

Lincoln High School Willie L. Brown Jr. Middle School

K - 1 2 E D U C AT I O N

SAN JOSE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

San Jose, CA

Type: Various Size: District Office, Twenty Schools Projects: • District Offices • Allen Elementary School • Almaden Elementary School • Ann Darling Elementary School • Booksin Elementary School • Broadway High School • San Jose High School Academy • Carson Elementary School • Edwards Elementary School • Empire Gardens Elementary • Grant Elementary School • Graystone Elementary School • Lincoln High School • Los Alamitos Elementary • Randol Elementary School • Reed Elementary School • River Glen Elementary School • San Jose Elementary School • Schallenberger Elementary School • Simmonds Elementary School

• Terell Elementary School • Willow Glen High School

The firm completed multiple projects for San Jose Unified School District, encompassing numerous schools, as well as the District’s administrative offices. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing system improvements were part of an overall renovation program, with the exception of Ernesto Galarza Elementary, and Broadway Continuation High School, which were new schools. Design included electrical system for interim housing.

Lincoln High School

K - 1 2 E D U C AT I O N

BERRYESSA UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT

San Jose, CA

Type: Various Modernizations Size: Ten Schools Projects: • Brooktree School • Cherry Wood School • Laneview School • Northwood School • Piedmont Middle School

• Sierramont Middle School • Summerdale School • Toyon Elementary School • Vinci Park School • Youth Center

Projects for Berryessa USD have included mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems improvements. The firm completed these projects as one contract with the District. Laneview Elementary has been recognized by the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS).

BERRYESSA USD - PIEDMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL

Piedmont, CA

Type: Roofing and HVAC Replacement Size: 73,400 SF

AlfaTech provided MEP services to assist Berryessa Union School District with the replacement of HVAC units and roofing for several buildings on the Piedmont Middle School campus. Scope included replacement of the existing equipment and equipment in the mechanical rooms' rooftop units, replacement of existing controls with new direct digital control system, and miscellaneous electrical work to disconnect the existing power and design new power for the new equipment. AlfaTech coordinated with the roofing consultant to incorporate and coordinate the HVAC replacement, and the existing conduits and power panels being removed and reinstalled in the same location on the roof for the roofing replacement portion of the project.

K - 1 2 E D U C AT I O N

SAN MATEO UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

San Mateo, CA

Type: New Buildings and Modernizations Size: Six Schools

Projects: • Aragon High School • Burlingame High School • Capuchino High School • Hillsdale High School • Mills High School • San Mateo High School

The firm provided engineering design services SMUHSD which encompassed numerous schools. The firm has provided the District with technology master programming and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing standards. As well as, provided the design for their modernization and new buildings for Aragon High School, Capuchino High School, Hillsdale High School, and Mills High School.

Capuchino High School

HIGHER EDUCATION

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

OHLONE COMMUNITY COLLEGE – LEED-NC PLATINUM

Newark, CA

Type: New Construction Size: 130,000 SF

AlfaTech provided mechanical and electrical engineering master planning and full design services for the new, 130,000 gross square foot, 81-acre, multi-building campus in Newark. Our energy efficient design included the use of solar energy with roof-mounted PowerGuard 450kV photovoltaic panels, a large geothermal loop system for heating and air conditioning, highly efficient plumbing fixtures and an enthalpy wheel heat/energy recovery system. The MEP systems alone were responsible for 33 of the 55 of the LEED points attained to achieve a LEED-NC Platinum certification for this project (the first LEED Platinum community college in the country). The systems will help to save more than $2.6M in operating expenses over the next 25 years. The campus program includes the Learning Resource Center, student support services, administration, information services, a cafeteria & food services, student dining, language labs, classrooms, lecture halls, video conferencing, computer labs, an aerobics room, a fitness center, a bookstore, Health Services, nursing labs, science and environmental labs, cadaver storage, biology life sciences, and business & technology labs. Building Design and Construction Magazine 2009 Gold Team of the Year Award, Health Science and Technology Center • CCC/IOU Partnership's Community College Sustainability Best Practices Award Overall Sustainable Design Category of New Construction & Major Rehabilitation • Community College Facility Coalition (CCFC), Design Award of Merit, August 1, 2008 • Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal Structures, Best Green Project, October 1, 2008 • US Environment Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Awards Environmental Hero, February 1, 2008 • California Construction Magazine Best of 2008 Awards Program, Winner, Green Building Category •

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

USC, ROSKI SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN (PHASE 1)

Los Angeles, CA

Type: Higher Education Size: 15,000 SF

AlfaTech provided mechanical, electrical, plumbing & fire protection criteria engineering services for the first phase of this project Roski School of Art and Design encompassing 15,000 SF of offices and classrooms as well as reception area bringing together the school’s three graduate degree programs into one space. Due to the sensitive nature of the art which will inhabit the space, proper lighting and heating control was crucial to keep the integrity of the student's work.

USC, ROSKI SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN, EXPANSION SPACE (PHASE 2)

Los Angeles, CA

Type: Expansion Space Size: 1o,000 SF

AlfaTech provided mechanical, electrical, plumbing & fire protection criteria engineering services for the 10,000 SF expansion of the Roski School of Art and Design at University of Southern California. The expansion space includes large open plan gallery space, conference room and private offices. This expansion enables the school to present arts programming and public events within the Arts District neighborhood, contributing to the existing creative community.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

WEST VALLEY COLLEGE

San Jose, CA

Type: New Construction Size: 30,000 SF

The firm provided MEP and Technology engineering design services for this new, two-story 30,000SF technology building featuring a mechanical data room, classrooms, computer labs, distance learning labs, laboratories, lecture hall, and multi-purpose spaces.

CAL IFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, BAKERSFIELD

Bakersfield, CA

Type: New Construction Size: 153,000+ SF

The firm provided full engineering design for the new Stern Library. This library features a workshop space with a clean booth, a television studio, and a sound recording booth. All new engineering systems were connected to central campus facilities, which included mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

POMONA COLLEGE | SMITH CAMPUS CENTER

Claremont, CA

Type: Higher Education Size: 65,000 SF

This project consisted of tenant improvements made to the Smith Campus Center at Pomona College. Several areas and challenges were undertaken.

In the basement, approximately 8,400 square feet of office space was converted to a pub-type setting. The living area was upgraded with new ceilings, lighting, and air- conditioning to provide a more inviting atmosphere. The Coop restaurant was entirely upgraded, including a new glass-enclosed space and kitchen. Exposed ductwork was worked into the architectural scheme to create an excellent atmosphere. Awards: • International Illumination Design Award of Merit, Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA), Regional, 2008. • Illumination Design Award, Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA), Michigan Chapter, 2008. • ACUI Facility Design Award

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

CITRUS COLLEGE | MATH & SCIENCE BUI LDING

Glendora, CA

Type: Higher Education Size: 34,000 SF

This project consists of a new stand-alone 34,000-square-foot Math & Science Building for Citrus College located in Glendora, California. The project includes classrooms, laboratories, and spaces for biology, chemistry, math and physical science programs.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

ANTELOPE VALLEY COLLEGE | HEALTH & SCIENCE BUI LDING

Lancaster, CA

Type: Higher Education Size; 94,240 SF

This project consists of a new science laboratory and office building of 94,240 square feet located in Lancaster, California. The project includes 44,706 square feet of laboratory space with the remaining square footage consisting of offices and other non-laboratory spaces including a planetarium. The building has a very unique shape and a very large footprint. It is also in the relatively harsh high desert area of Southern California which presents HVAC design issues among others. Due to the nature of chemicals involved in the laboratories, and high desert winds, a sophisticated wind tunnel test was performed to assure proper exhaust air location and treatment.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

COLLEGE OF THE DESERT | STUDENT SERVICES CENTER

Palm Desert, CA

Type: Higher Education Size: 45,000 SF

The firm provided MEP engineering design services for a new two-story building consisting of approximately 45,000 square feet. The building includes new smart classrooms, office space, administration for student services, and a new bookstore. A photovoltaic system is located on the roof of the building to supplement the primary electrical service and feed excess power back into the public grid. A central elongated skylight also makes very effective use of day-lighting. The building exterior has been designed with wall fins to provide window shading in this very hot climate.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

EL CAMINO COLLEGE | MATH & SCIENCE BUI LDING

Torrance, CA

Type: Higher Education Size: 105,000 SF

The firm provided complete mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical engineering consulting services for this project. The building is 105,000 square feet with two floors above grade and a basement. The building will be completely renovated. Once complete, the building will house the main technology server array in a state-of-the-art data room complete with a dedicated chiller system utilizing hot and cold aisles within the room and new UPS systems and emergency generators for redundant backup. The UPS systems utilize N+1 technology. In addition, the building has an observatory on the roof. The HVAC design includes sophisticated isolation techniques to prevent vibration transmission to the extremely sensitive telescopes. The budget for the project is $40 million.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

SOKA UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA

Aliso Viejo, CA

Type: Campus Expansion Size: 200,000 SF

The firm is providing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering design services for this university campus expansion project for Soka University which consists of two buildings. The 4-story, 100,000 SF STEM building will house teaching and science and research laboratories, classrooms, offices, a large auditorium, collaboration areas, meeting rooms, open study areas. The building’s instructional lab modules allow for interactive teaching and hands-on learning in this open, flexible, interactive and sustainable building.

The Resident Housing will be 4 stories and approximately 65,000 SF comprised of approximately 75 to 80 rooms and a rooftop patio.

Both proposed projects will be designed to accommodate a LEED Gold Building Certification, and an exterior architectural design pallet that will respect the current design features, landscaping and cultural aspects of the campus.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

STANFORD UNIVERSITY | CLARK CENTER

Palo Alto, CA

Type: New Construction, R&D, Biotech Facility, Office and Administrative Space Size: 200,000 SF This award-winning project is a multi-story building on the Stanford University campus dedicated to biotechnology research and development. It is a state-of-the- art facility designed to bring together researchers of different disciplines in order to foster new ideas as opposed to the process of traditional research facilities. AlfaTech was responsible for the design of the mechanical systems, and peer review of the plumbing/process piping systems.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

COLLEGE OF MARIN – LEED GOLD

Kentfield and Indian Valley, CA

Type: New Construction, Additions and Modernizations Size: 170,000+ SF Projects:

• Physical Education Building Remodel (Kentfield) – 44,000 SF • Science/Math/Central Plant Complex (Kentfield) - 60,000 SF • Transportation Technology Complex (IVC) – 10,000 SF • Main Building Complex (IVC) – 36,000 SF • Campus Master Planning for Kentfield and Indian Valley Campuses The firm was selected to provide all up-front engineering services relating to all planned bond projects including the master planning, district-wide energy modeling, district-wide mechanical, electrical and plumbing facility assessments and design standards for the District with projects totaling over 170,000 SF. We provided engineering design services and design and construction administration for the renovation of the Diamond P.E. existing complex. The project included new HVAC and electrical distribution. An energy management control system (EMCS) links directly to the new central campus EMCS system on the central part of the Kentfield campus. The project also includes a photovoltaic system which will either provide electrical for distribution in the building or supplemental hot water for the swimming pool. The Science/Math/Central Plant on the Kentfield campus includes a new energy efficient, geothermal underground / renewable energy HVAC system. The new 650-Ton, 340 vertical bore geothermal system provides heating and cooling via ground coupled water source heat pumps to the new Complex and Fine Arts buildings as well as two campus pools. The field was designed and phased for future expansion to support the entire Kentfield campus. The Transportation Technology facility on the Indian Valley campus required the total renovation of 10,000 SF which includes automobile technology repair facilities and instructional offices. The facility includes a radiant floor heating system and a solar thermal system to provide domestic hot water. In addition, the firm is working with the Kentfield campus on the Larkspur Annex to upgrade the electrical services and distribution to create a staging area for future campus construction.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

SKYL INE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

San Bruno, CA

Type: New Construction, Modernizations Size: 155,000+ SF

Projects: • New Science Annex - 21,236 SF • New Student Union Building – 43,750 SF • New Facility Maintenance Building – 15,000 SF

• Building 7 Modernization – 35,000 SF • Building 8 Modernization – 35,000 SF

• Bridging Documents – New Cosmetology/Wellness/Athletics Building, New Administration/Instructional Building, New Automotive Technology Automatic Transmission Building, Building 8 Gateway Portal, North/East/West Campus Gateways, Demo of Northern Buildings, Parking Lot and Roadway Modifications The firm provided mechanical and electrical engineering services for new construction and renovation projects on the Skyline Campus for both the traditional ‘design-bid-build’ and for ‘design-build’ project delivery method. We also provided the bridging documents for the above “Design Build” projects on the campus, including the new 43,750 SF Student Support and Community Center (Student Union) and 21,236 SF Science Annex Building. The building accommodates the following services: bookstore, common reception area, associated students offices and senate chambers, student activities offices and storage, multi-cultural center, security office, food service, meeting center, student health services and information, chemistry department with labs, biology department with labs, and a bridge connection. The gross building area is approximately 63,000 SF.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

UNIVERSITY OF CAL IFORNIA, DAVIS GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Davis, CA

Type: New Construction Size: 83,000 SF

This 83,000 SF complex houses the UC Davis Conference Center and Maurice J. Gallagher Jr. Hall, home of the UC Davis Graduate School of Management (GSM). The first LEED Platinum-certified MBA facility in California, the GSM offices comprise three stories and the two-story conference center includes a restaurant, office space, meeting rooms, and a one-story ballroom. It also includes a geothermal system.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

EVERGREEN VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

San Jose, CA Type: New Construction and Modernizations Size: 100,000+ SF Projects: • New Learning Resource Center • Chemical Laboratory (Modernization) • Administration (Modernization) • New Fine Arts Center

The firm was contracted to perform various on-campus additions and renovations. The first project consisted of a new two-story Learning Resource Center containing open lab, distance learning, circulation and supporting area totaling 70,000 SF; basement containing Tech Support, Cable Studio of 7,500 SF and mechanical space of 3,000 SF. Our experience at this campus also includes design of MEP/Technology for a new 2,200 SF Fine Arts Center design. The firm also performed the remodel of the 2nd Floor (approximately 20,000 SF) which houses the campuses laboratory. In addition, a due diligence evaluation was conducted to document current and past operational problems, and will be used to determine potential system deficiencies based on the current building use and systems installed.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE | STUDENT SERVICES BLDG Santa Rosa, CA

Type: New Construction Size: 80,000 SF

The firm provided mechanical and electrical engineering design for this project which is slated for USGBC LEED certification, including a geothermal underground / renewable energy HVAC system. The building incorporates sustainable design elements, and the program includes offices, food service, kitchen, student dining, information services, and a bookshop. The building features two heavy use kitchen areas with a combined capacity to serve 420 faculty, staff, and students. Both kitchens have type I (grease) and type II (vapor) exhaust systems. All the type I exhaust hoods feature UV lamps to reduce overall grease exhaust and the exhaust systems feature Halton fans with Pollution Control Units to further reduce the amount of grease exhausted to outdoors due to sidewall discharge. Make up air to the kitchens is provided through the general building outside air make up system which uses energy recovery units (enthalpy wheels) to provide increased outside air (300% beyond code minimum) to each zone air conditioned by heat pump units. The heat pump units are coupled with a closed loop geothermal field, with vertical bores 250 feet deep, and provide air conditioning for the whole building.

H I G H E R E D U C AT I O N

SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE | CUL INARY ARTS BLDG Santa Rosa, CA

Type: New Construction Size: 70,000 SF

AlfaTech provided mechanical and electrical engineering design for this project which includes four restaurant grade kitchen/classroom areas, student lecture classrooms, and office area for administrative staff. The building features four teaching kitchen areas each with a capacity for approximately 25 students. All kitchens have type I (grease) and type II (vapor) exhaust systems. All exhaust systems for the kitchens feature Variable Flow Hoods which considerably reduces exhaust fan energy consumption. All kitchen make up air is provided by a 50,000 CFM Air Handling Unit with FanWall technology that allows the air flow range to vary from 700 CFM to 50,000 CFM by using an asymmetrical VFD assignment to the FanWall fan array. This type of airflow volume flexibility allows the Air Handling Unit to provide make-up air to one hood in the entire kitchen or all the hoods in the four kitchens. Air conditioning is achieved through the use of zoned heat pump units water cooled through two closed circuit cooling towers. The building will be equipped with a solar thermal array sized to provide all domestic hot water needs of the building, including the kitchens.

PUBLIC | CIVIC | TRANSPORTATION

P U B L I C | C I V I C | T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART

Los Angeles, CA

Type: Museum Size: 360,000 SF

AlfaTech provided mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering design services for this confidential project in Los Angeles. This museum will contain theaters, educational spaces, dining areas, event spaces, display, archive areas, sub-terrain parking, outdoor amenities and more.

Sustainable features include: • Geothermal loop • A solar energy system • Natural ventilation • A displacement system • LED lighting • Spectrally selective glazing • Grass and native plants • Ecological ponds • EV charger • Rainwater harvesting • Gray water system • An energy efficient HVAC system • Hydronic bidirectional heating/cooling flooring systems

P U B L I C | C I V I C | T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

LEGION OF HONOR MUSEUM

San Francisco, CA

Type: Museum, Administrative Office Size: 84,000 SF

A 1925 masonry 84,000 SF art museum. The firm provided complete mechanical and electrical seismic renovation of 74,000 SF building housing art galleries, office space and a theater, and the mechanical, electrical, fire protection design of a new 38,000 SF exhibit space to house art galleries, art storage and new loading dock. Remodel work includes new kitchen and dining areas. Critical systems include humidity and temperature to preserve the priceless artwork and maintaining architectural features of building while completely replacing HVAC systems. In addition, a smoke evacuation system was designed as an alternative to fire doors separating the two buildings.

P U B L I C | C I V I C | T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

SFO AIRPORT INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL

San Francisco, CA

Type: Master plan Conceptual design and master planning for the addition of the new international terminal to the San Francisco International Airport. It is the largest international terminal in North America and is the largest building in the world built on base isolators to protect against earthquakes. The terminal has numerous passenger amenities, including a wide range of food and drink establishments, shopping, baggage storage, public showers, and a medical clinic.

TERMINAL 1 EXPANSION, SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SFO) San Francisco, CA Type: Expansion Mechanical and sustainable design for the new expansion to the San Francisco International Terminal 1. Formerly known as the South Terminal, Terminal 1 consists of Boarding Area B (including gates 20-31, 32-32B, 33-36) and Boarding Area C (gates 40-48).

P U B L I C | C I V I C | T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

MINETA SAN JOSE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

San Jose, CA

Type: Airport, Administrative Office Size: Various

AlfaTech provided site mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering design services for the new North Concourse, including site utilities master planning. As a separate project, for the administrative offices on N. 1st Street, the firm provided mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering design and project management services for the upgrade of an existing Telecom Room to house MPT Servers.

Golden Gate Valley Library

P U B L I C | C I V I C | T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

SAN FRANCISCO PUBL IC L IBRARIES

San Francisco, CA

Type: Library Size: 24,000 SF

Three historical libraries were renovated as part of the Branch Library Improvement Program (BLIP). Including the 6,259 SF Golden Gate Valley branch, built in 1917; 10,205 SF Presidio branch, built in 1921; and 7,432 SF Park branch, built in 1901. AlfaTech provided LEED Fundamental Commissioning for each library. Range of energy and water conserving features such as operable windows, ceiling fans, highly efficient lighting, and low water use plumbing fixtures. Golden Gate Valley design preserved the original Beaux Arts architecture including exterior terracotta, arched windows, and interior shelving.

GOLDEN GATE VALLEY BRANCH L IBRARY San Francisco, CA Type: Library Size: 7,432 SF

The firm provided LEED Fundamental Commissioning for this 7,432 square foot historical library. Working with community stakeholders, the design & commissioning team restored and preserved the building's original Beaux Arts architecture including exterior terra cotta, arched windows, and interior shelving, while providing necessary seismic, life-safety, environmental and accessibility upgrades, and a new contemporary building addition.

Golden Gate Valley Library

P U B L I C | C I V I C | T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

BIBL IOTECA LATINOAMERICANA YOUTH CENTER

San Jose, CA

Type: Library, Community Center, Gymnasium Size: 35,000 SF AlfaTech provided engineering design services for the new Bibliotheca Latino Americana Youth Center (Washington Youth Center). This San Jose Redevelopment Agency community center project included a new 16,000 SF library and 19,000 SF new Community Youth Center with gymnasium.

Golden Gate Valley Library

P U B L I C | C I V I C | T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

ROHNERT PARK CITY HALL – LEED GOLD

Rohnert Park, CA

Type: City Hall building Size: 16,000 SF

Mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and technology engineering services for the renovation of the existing two-story city hall building and an addition of a single-story building, with a total square footage of 16,000, located in Rohnert Park, California. A major role in achieving LEED credits for this project was storm water and site pollution control and management.

YOUNTVI LLE COMMUNITY CENTER

Yountville, CA

Type: Community Center Size: 2.5-acre site

Located on a 2.5-acre site on Yountville’s main street, the town center consists of a new 10,000 SF community center, the renovated 4,800 SF community hall, and the addition of a sheriff’s substation to the adjacent post office. The new community center houses a branch library, multipurpose room, teen center, and meeting and program spaces. It opens onto a new town square framed by the existing community hall and the post office.