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A year ago, I asked, "Where are all the case studies?" Since then, we've published 8 original deep dives into smart buildings projects from office, higher ed, service contractors, retail, and now K-12. Our latest case study is on KIPP DC Public Charter Schools and features Nathan Morris, Director of Facilities. Brad B.'s excellent fluff-free writeup covers: - Background - Technical Overview - Challenges & Lessons Learned - Conclusion Check it out ??

?? DIXON & Associates Completes Facility Needs Assessment for Glendora Unified School District! ??? We're excited to share our recently completed Facility Needs Assessment for Glendora Unified School District, where we provided an in-depth evaluation of critical systems to support the district’s mission of fostering an optimal learning environment. Our comprehensive assessment covered everything from HVAC systems and ADA compliance to landscape safety and technology infrastructure—delivering actionable insights to guide facility improvements. ?? Project Highlights: Thorough Systems & Components Review: Including building envelope, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and more, with clear documentation of necessary repairs. Detailed Recommendations: Prioritized improvements with estimated costs and urgency ratings to help the district make informed, strategic upgrades. Commitment to Accessibility and Safety: Ensuring ADA compliance and addressing safety concerns for an inclusive environment. DIXON & Associates specializes in transforming #schoolfacilities to meet the evolving needs of students, staff, and communities. If your school district is considering a Facilities Needs Assessment, connect with us to discuss how we can help elevate your educational spaces. ?? ?? Let's shape the future of educational facilities together! Visit our website or reach out directly to learn more. Coalition for Adequate School Housing (C.A.S.H.) CASBO California School Boards Association COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACILITY COALITION Joe Dixon Jay D. #FacilityNeedsAssessment #SchoolFacilities #EducationalExcellence #SchoolSafety #ADACompliance #FacilityManagement #SchoolImprovement #FacilitiesConsulting #SchoolDistrict

Students at Grand Rapids Public Schools Innovation Central High School are starting the year in a newly upgraded space! We worked with Kingscott Associates to preserve the building's historic charm while bringing it into the 21st century with improvements such as: ? A new chilled water and heating plant ? Energy-efficient LED lighting and upgraded electrical systems ? Modern ventilation and air conditioning ? Classroom updates, including interactive teaching walls The $40M renovation was designed with #energyefficiency at its core, and is on track for LEED certification. Our MEP systems are projected to save 29% in energy and 33% in energy costs compared to a Baseline ASHRAE building. The new lighting alone will use just 25% of the energy compared to the previous systems, contributing to a brighter, more #sustainable future. #K12engineering #MEPEngineering https://loom.ly/xfu380g

?? Case Study: Planning permission secured for Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology (SSIoT) Our Gatwick-based planning team was appointed by Chichester College Group to secure planning permission for a brand-new education facility south of Crawley College campus. The ￡15 million Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology (SSIoT) is designed to provide high-quality learning environments housing specialist construction, engineering and digital ‘learning factories’. The designs embraced renewable energy technology and water harnessing and recycling systems to reduce energy consumption and wastage. Planning partner, Suzanne Holloway collaborated with key stakeholders on the design to ensure swift approval – from our client and the architects, to the local planning authority. Having addressed water neutrality challenges to deliver an efficient and sustainable development, planning approval was achieved. Construction is already underway and the centre is due to open to students in Autumn 2025. "We are indebted to Suzanne Holloway and the team at Vail Williams for getting this vital development across the line. This new building will give us more opportunities to educate and train people to address the skills shortages in the engineering, construction and IT industries." Andrew Green, CEO, Chichester College Group. https://lnkd.in/e_64ACp4 #Sussex #Surrey #planning #waterneutrality #planningpermission #planningexperts #education #educationpropertyadvisers #energy #sustainability #greentechnology #engineering #construction #digital #Chichester #Gatwick #Crawley #WestSussex

On to the next… Meet Damon Cantley – one of our Project Directors within the Taskforce. He gets to collaborate daily with schools up and down the UK on their innovative learning environments. Following our usual trend with our meet the team post, we spoke to Damon about the common issues independent schools are currently facing… Space Efficiency “Lots of Heads and Bursars are constantly worried about the lack of space within their existing building footprint, but there’s usually more space than you think, which can be realised with relatively simple reconfiguration! ??” Master Planning Headaches “Considerable numbers of schools are looking at their masterplans and wondering whether they should be embarking on major construction projects at this point in time; relating back to the space efficiency we were just talking about, you can often deliver more bang for your buck by reconfiguring existing buildings, as opposed to building new structures (in terms of square metres gained per ￡￡￡s spent)”

Q: Hey Re:Vision, what are you doing for Earth Day? A: Hi! Thanks for asking! We’re celebrating the world’s FIRST Core Living Building Certified project at Muhlenberg College and we’re really excited about it! International Living Future Institute created the Core Living Building Certification using 10 non-negotiables from the Living Building Challenge as the baseline to make our communities good for everyone. We’re really proud of the work of the entire team on this project, which met certification requirements after demonstrating 12 months of energy and water use that were above requirements. ? We think Core Living Building certification is a game-changer for everyone who owns, designs, or constructs building projects. It’s a holistic look at what our building projects should be doing as an entry to regenerative practice, where our work can exist in balance – or as a benefit – to the natural, built, and social communities around it. ? Oh, and most of us biked, carpooled, took transit, or walked to work today. ? #AuthenticSustainability #CoreLivingBuildingCertified #EveryDayIsEarthDay #FirstInTheWorld Muhlenberg College The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company BSEG, LLC Thriven Design Keystone Consulting Engineers, Inc. O'Donnell & Naccarato ThinkGreen LLC Cloud Gehshan Design

Facilities Conditions Assessments (FCA) are crucial for school districts to effectively plan for construction and maintenance. These comprehensive reports evaluate the state of school buildings, identifying areas in need of repair or replacement. FCAs provide essential data that helps school administrators make informed decisions about budgeting, prioritizing projects and ensuring a safe learning environment for students. A recent FCA report highlights that nearly half of St. Louis Public Schools will need to be replaced in the next decade. This underscores the critical role of FCAs in proactive planning and resource allocation to address aging infrastructure and improve educational facilities. Read more about the impact of this assessment in St. Louis Public Schools:

?? Dive into the behind-the-scenes of the construction department at San Juan Unified School District with Facilities Business Coordinator Cherie Chenoweth! "We were really looking for an owner-based system, and an owner-based system to us was super important because we were running three multiple bonds at the same time, we had multiple resources that we were using. And so that's what Kahua brought for us." ??? Discover how SJUSD manages $1.2 billion in bonds, overseeing 64 school sites spread across 78 square miles. From parking lots to full renovations, learn how they use Kahua to keep everything on track. ?? Watch now for insights on efficiency, adaptability and compliance: https://hubs.la/Q02r5zQQ0

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??? New Speaker Announced ?? We're excited to announce that Sam Albrecht from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, will be speaking at the Offsite Construction Summit in #Denver this September 18th! https://lnkd.in/eUnhPv_r ?? Session: “Townhall: Regulatory Issues & Opportunities for Offsite Construction” ??? The Government Affairs Committee of the Modular Building Institute has been actively monitoring and addressing a number of key issues impacting the industry. From building codes to regulations and policies, there is no shortage of barriers standing in the way of greater market share. There are also many opportunities to grow the market with advocacy efforts. In this session, attendees will get an update from MBI Government Affairs Director Jon Hannah-Spacagna and MBI Executive Director Tom Hardiman, CAE on the issues MBI is currently addressing as well as have an opportunity to help shape future policies and regulations. This session will include local government officials and feature open discussion, questions, and answers. ?? Register now and join us at the event: https://lnkd.in/d_xysfSA Thanks to our sponsors! ClarkDietrich hsbcad Lindapter International Modular Building Institute ICC NTA, LLC Simpson Strong-Tie Synergy Modular, Inc Homeway Commercial Sustant USA #OffsiteConstruction #ModularConstruction #OffsiteConstructionSummit #Prefab #ConstructionIndustry #ModularBuilding #Engineering #ConstructionTech #Efficiency #Productivity #Denver #IndustryInsights