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LEED Silver

Metcalf Building Renovation - ROWS

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Helena, MT

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93,000 sf

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Implementing Hybrid Space Design for State of MT Employees

  • The Metcalf Building had significant potential for space consolidation given the previous underutilization and low deficiency rating.

  • The State of Montana's innovative approach to hybrid workspace design in State-owned facilities was piloted in Metcalf's renovation design utilizing the ROWS Space Standards Framework.

  • Space planning and furniture selections were designed to capitalize on daylighting opportunities at all levels of the building with a core of enclosed offices and perimeter of open workstations.

Addressing Deferred Maintenance

  • While many of the systems in this building had been replaced more recently than all other State-owned buildings, a full replacement of MEP/FP systems was designed to increase system efficiencies and target LEED Silver standards.

  • The new building systems would account for the historically innovative approach to passive heating at the south facade and access to daylight on all sides of the building.

  • In addition to introducing the collaborative break room and huddle room spaces, the renovation scope included revamped interior finishes, restroom facilities, and mother's rooms. 

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