Portfolio - Educational
Grand Blanc Academy
Hill Road, Grand Blanc Twp., MI Grand Blanc Academy School proposed to build a 14,000sf classroom, gymnasium and parking lot addition onto their existing 39,500sf school facility, also completed by our office. The project included conceptual planning to final construction documents including structural, mechanical and electrical engineering, bid process and project coordination with the Civil Engineer. Responsibilities included coordination with Civil Engineer and acquiring approvals from the State, County and Township Agencies.
George Washington Carver Charter School
Highland Park, Michigan An existing 21,800 sf school building with a new 14,800 sf addition. DSD worked with Sedgewick and Ferweda and the Owner to provide review of the completed electrical design for code compliance and utility service coordination. Responsibilities included coordination with the Owner and architect.
University Preparatory Academy
Detroit, MI The project consisted of renovating an existing 45,825 sq ft, four story, former medical arts building into an elementary school. The all concrete constructed building was originally a part of the Children’s Hospital medical complex on St. Antoine Street designed by Albert Kahn. Renovations included gutting the existing to accommodate the new floor plan, added stair tower additions for life safety and additional people load, renovation of one of the existing elevators and using the elevator shaft of the second elevator for supply and return ductwork for new HVAC system located on the roof, furring and insulating the walls and floor and replacing the existing sash to improve the occupants’ comfort and the building’s energy efficiency, and upgrading the electrical service by providing a larger service, wiring, outlets and lighting.
