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Kennesaw State University Breaks Ground on Science Facility
Kennesaw State University broke ground on a $21 million facility for the College of Science and Mathematics in March of 2011. Located in Kennesaw, Ga., the 73,000-sf facility will house science teaching labs, instructional space, and research labs for faculty and students.
Surrey Memorial Hospital Initiates Expansion
Construction began in January of 2011 on a $512 million renovation and expansion of Surrey Memorial Hospital in Surrey, B.C. The project includes construction of an eight-story critical care tower and a new emergency department. The construction manager is EllisDon. Completion is expected in 2014.
Algonquin College Plans Student Commons
Algonquin College will break ground in April of 2011 on the $52 million Student Commons in Ottawa. The 110,000-sf facility will provide a signature space for social interaction, study, and collaboration. The project will include a large atrium, a 700-seat auditorium, and space for student services and groups. Occupancy is expected in September of 2012. LEED Platinum sustainable design certification will be sought for the project.
Hankook Builds R&D Center
Hankook Tire will construct a 710,424-sf research and development center in Daejeon, Korea. Completion is expected in 2013. Hankook's existing R&D facility will be used for production technology testing.
U.S. GSA Plans Harrisburg Courthouse
The U.S. General Services Administration has awarded a contract to Heery International for construction management services for a new federal courthouse in Harrisburg, Pa. The 270,000-sf facility, which is scheduled for completion in 2016, will replace an existing courthouse built in 1966. The project was designed by Ennead Architects to provide enhanced security and allow for future expansion. LEED Silver sustainable design certification will be sought for the project.