BUTLER UNIVERSITY SCIENCE COMPLEX EXPANSION

HEAPY designed the mechanical and electrical systems for the expansion and renovation to Butler University’s Science Complex, which houses classrooms, private study areas, a library, chemistry and research labs, and common spaces. The design featured a new glass-enclosed atrium and connector building. The project was highly complex, transforming two older, existing buildings into a completely refreshed and expanded science complex to support state-of-the-art, multi-disciplinary teaching and research.

The project proceeded in three phases:

• Phase I: Creation of Levinson Family Hall, a new, 40,000 SF addition connecting Gallahue Hall and the Holcomb Building.

• Phase II & III: Major renovation of 100,000 SF in the Holcomb Building and complete 120,000 SF renovation to Gallahue Hall. Both received all new MEP infrastructure, as well as a new fire protection system to meet current codes and standards.

The project adhered to an AMBITIOUS TIMELINE, while also allowing the university to offer a full curriculum throughout construction. To limit the impact on students and faculty, the project was METICULOUSLY PHASED over a four-year period. All construction phases had to ensure support for classes and research experiments, with consideration for noise mitigation and sound barriers, scheduled shutdowns, and access to critical spaces.