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KHH Building Envelope Systems
Project Highlight
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Project Name: Crouse College Facade Restoration
Project Owner: Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York
Project Cost: $3 Million
Syracuse University’s John C. Crouse College of Fine Arts is a beautiful brownstone building designed in 1888 by architect Archimedes Russell. Klepper, Hahn & Hyatt was selected to restore the masonry facade, stained glass and double-hung windows, and the copper gutter system.
Traditional 19th century materials were used in combination with modern materials and techniques to restore this wonderful building. We matched the original mortar materials when repointing, lime putty for back pointing, and a Portland cement/hydraulic lime blend for pointing mortar, using a grapevine joint. A natural hydraulic lime mortar was used at all cap stone and stone ledge joints.
Crawford & Stearns Architects were consultants for the window restoration, and Mesick Cohen Wilson Baker Architects were consultants for the copper gutter system. The masonry restoration won a Silver Award for Excellence in Masonry Design and Restoration from the American Concrete Institute of Central New York.
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Building Envelope Systems Scope of Services
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| The Building Envelope Systems Department was formed in 2004 to answer the particular needs of building owners and facility managers. We can provide you with information about our specific experience relevant to your project for all of these services. Our Building Enclosure Services specialize in contemporary and historic masonry. Please contact us to learn more. |
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Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx)This service ensures proper performance of the building enclosure. After reviewing design documents, submittals, and installation, testing verifies that systems are performing in compliance with project documents and that the owner’s requirements are met. This is an aspect of Enhanced Commissioning in the LEED rating system. Energy ModelingEnergy modeling covers many facets of building science. Expected energy consumption from a proposed design solution can be calculated using a whole building energy model. When compared to existing conditions, potential savings can be realized. A more detailed study of thermal bridging or moisture movement in a façade system can also be conducted. Infrared Thermal Imaging of BuildingsIdentifying locations of heat loss through thermal bridging and exfiltration or points of saturation in an assembly, help us deduce a potential façade or roof failure, as well as develop recommendations for improvements. This service can also assist in building enclosure commissioning. Contemporary Masonry Façade RehabilitationThis includes condition assessment followed by development of practical rehabilitation schemes, such as addressing facade cracking, bowing, joint deterioration, water intrusion, lintel deterioration, joint deterioration, and staining. Detail development and construction-phase inspection can also be incorporated. Historic Masonry Façade Review and RehabilitationOur expertise brings knowledge of historic building techniques. Original design durability can be undermined by well-meaning, yet inappropriate modern products. We can assess existing conditions, including reviewing mortar to determine type and composition, identify locations of distress, damage and deterioration, as well as develop rehabilitation and maintenance schemes. Roofing Systems– New Construction and ReroofingOur services include assessment, leak diagnostics, and development of short-term repair, long-term replacement options or maintenance requirements. Documentation preparation, such as plans, details and specifications, and construction administration are also available. Roofing Failure & Loss ReviewsWorking with insurance companies, owners, and facilities managers, this includes field survey, investigation, and assessment services.
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