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UNC Chapel Hill Breaks Ground on Science Complex
The University of North Carolina has broken ground on the new Science Complex at its Chapel Hill campus. Designed by William Wilson Associated Architects of Boston, the center is the largest construction project ever undertaken on campus. Phase 1 of the Science Complex begins with two buildings totaling $7.9 million. The Physics/Marine Science building includes three large lecture halls, an astronomy deck, two floors of marine science, and two floors of physics.
Cape Girardeau Federal Courthouse Planned
A new $44 million, 161,792-sf federal courthouse will be constructed in Cape Girardeau, Mo. Slated for completion in 2006, the project will be managed by a subsidiary of Pasadena-based Jacobs Engineering Group, who will provide design and construction services.
Oregon State University Uses Sustainable Design in Dixon Recreation Center Expansion
Oregon State University is nearing completion of the $20-million Dixon Recreation Center expansion project in Corvallis, Ore. Designed by Yost Grube Hall of Portland, the expansion has created 60,000 sf of space housing a three-court basketball gymnasium with a suspended running track, two cardio-fitness rooms, two weight rooms, multipurpose rooms and classrooms, an outdoor center, a climbing center, lounges, dining, and locker rooms. The facility is one of the first on campus to integrate sustainable design, using recycled materials and natural light and ventilation systems.
Albany Academy for Girls Dedicates Athletic Facility
The Albany Academy for Girls dedicated its new $3-million, 23,000-sf athletic facility in Albany, N.Y., on May 14, 2004. The facility is named after David B. Silipigno, the founder of the now defunct National Finance Corp., who donated $775,000 for the facility’s construction.
Southern Indiana Rehab Hospital Begins $1.1 Million Renovation
Southern Indiana Rehab Hospital began a $1.1-million renovation of its New Albany, Ind., facility in May 2004. The addition to the 10-year-old, 60-bed inpatient facility will include space for pediatric therapy, outpatient therapy, psychology testing and offices, formal meeting rooms, staff offices, private treatment rooms, and a new waiting area. The project team is comprised of architectural firm Arrasmith, Judd, Rapp, Chovan, Inc. and general contractor Brasch Barry.