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Old Civil Engineering Building - Georgia Institute of Technology




This project is a comprehensive historical renovation and rehabilitation of the 33,100sf Old Civil Engineering Building, originally constructed in 1938. This Gold LEED certified project included the complete demolition and abatement of the interior; rehabilitation of the masonry skin of the building, and replacement of the roof systems, including installation of a new slate roof with copper gutters and downspouts. There was a complete interior buildback for departmental offices and study spaces including extensive millwork and refurbishing existing terrazzo floors. Improvements were made to make the building ADA accessible, including installation of a new elevator. There also was an installation of all new MEP/FP systems.

Awards: 2010 ABC Award of Merit Designation: The first LEED Gold Historic Restoration in the Georgia Board of Regents system.

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Owner: Georgia Institute of Technology Offices of Facilities
Architect: Surber Barber Choate & Hertlein Architects