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Rutgers University

New Chemistry and Chemical Biology Building

SIZE OWNER
145,000 square feet Rutgers University
CONTRACT TYPE ARCHITECT
Construction Manager-at-Risk Flad Architects

PROJECT DETAILS
Th is new four story (above grade) Chemistry and Chemical Biology, • Th e ground fl oor houses fl exible classrooms,
with a basement and penthouse, will house classrooms, administration administration offi ces and a 120 seat auditorium.
offi ces, research laboratories and a 120 seat auditorium. Th e lobby Th e lobby doubles as a presentation and
doubles as a presentation and gathering space and the basement includes gathering space.
specialty imaging facilities. • Research laboratories and related offi ce on
three upper fl oors include synthetic organic
Th e structure consists of a concrete wide module joist system and includes and inorganic chemistry; physical organic and
architecturally exposed concrete at laboratories, stairways and other analytical chemistry; and physical, biological
interior locations. Th e mechanical penthouse has steel framing members. and materials chemistry.
• Shared specialty imaging facilities are located
Th e Exterior Envelop materials include curtainwall, terracotta rain in the basement. Specialized environmental
screen, composite metal panel, precast and dimension stone cladding. requirements include EMI mitigation, vibration
isolation, acoustics, temperature and humidity
control.
• Air handlers, energy recovery units and
exhaust fans are located at the penthouse level.
Plumbing and electrical systems are located in
the basement
• Th e project is targeting LEED Gold
Certifi cation