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University of Oregon Unthank Hall

Eugene, Oregon

  • Overview

Glumac provided mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology integration, lighting design and fire protection services for this expansion and transformation of student life on campus.

Built in two phases, the new development replaces two aging residence halls and provides 1,800 student beds, with a mix of apartment style units and traditional suites across all three buildings; a new recruitment center with model rooms; a flagship dining hall featuring nine venues and seating for over 500 students; academic classrooms, and offices.

Glumac coordinated with the Architect to save space in back of house and eliminate the basement MEP level, resulting in a larger kitchen space than originally planned. For increased resiliency, a generator backup connection was included for the central kitchen, allowing UO to provide food in the event of a disaster.

To achieve the highly sustainable targets for this project, Glumac incorporated decoupled heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems with energy recovery features, displacement ventilation, a VAV kitchen exhaust demand control system, high-efficiency water heaters, advanced energy metering, and energy-efficient lighting and advanced controls into the building.

Glumac’s Technology Integration team designed the security, data, and WiFi systems for this project. As the project included a multitude of spaces, network connection data outlets that support a variety of use cases were provided throughout. The team worked closely with UO’s Network and Telecom Services department to integrated the three new buildings into the existing campus infrastructure.
With student safety a priority, University of Oregon required a robust security system. Glumac provided surveillance cameras, card readers, and an intrusion detection system for multiple layers of security.

Awards/Certifications

  • Targeting LEED Gold New Construction

Features

  • Set to outperform Oregon Energy Code by 25%
  • Tied-in to campus central utility plant for power, steam, and water

Size: 500,000 square feet
Construction Cost: $175,000,000
Start/End Date: Dec 2019 – Anticipating 2023
Architect: Rowell Brokaw and Mithun
Contractor: Fortis
Owner: University of Oregon
Services: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Technology Integration, Lighting Design, Fire Protection

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