Facilities
Milhouse served as the Architect/Engineer of Record for the renovation of the CPS Falconer School, a historic three-story building. Our mission was to seamlessly integrate modern MEP systems while preserving the building’s historical beauty and character.
Challenges and Solutions: One of the primary challenges was designing modern systems that could be integrated with the building’s original early 1900s HVAC system. To address this, we utilized condensing-type boilers in accordance with the CPS Condensing Boiler Master Spec. We installed three 50,000 CFM air handling units and introduced a new dual-pipe cooling and heating plant, refurbishing the school’s toilet exhaust system in the process.
Mechanical Systems: The scope included the replacement of the outdated steam boiler plant with high-efficiency condensing boilers. An air-cooled chiller was added, along with a dual-temperature variable primary pumping system. We implemented a new Building Automation System (BAS), refurbished existing air handlers, and converted them to a push/pull air handling system. Additionally, we installed new exhaust fans, a kitchen makeup air unit, and a modern water heater to improve overall functionality and efficiency.
Electrical Systems: The electrical scope involved designing a new electrical service for the building. We carried out the interior lighting design for 3,000 square feet of back-of-house areas, ensuring a blend of modern lighting efficiency with the building’s historic ambiance. Emergency lighting photometric calculations were performed for a 5,000 square foot auditorium and circulation corridors to ensure code compliance and safety.
Through these comprehensive upgrades, Milhouse not only enhanced the building’s efficiency and reliability but also maintained its historical integrity, allowing the CPS Falconer School to continue serving future generations while honoring its past.
