Modernizing a 30 year old office building - A case study in energy efficiency

This paper presents recent experiences related to the planning, design and implementation of a comprehensive Building Modernization and Energy Management Project. The project timeline included an 8-month window to complete all due-diligence and feasibility studies, engineering design and construction. Given the aggressive remodel schedule, the Ist task was to develop a delivery strategy that addressed each modernization element in a manner that minimized conflicting critical path tasks. We present this strategy herein. The project was completed on budget, on schedule and with only minor "surprises". Today, this building stands as one of the most energy efficient buildings in Southern California and has recently been honored with an "ASHRAE Chapter & Regional Technology Award".