New Residence Hall - Proposal
Discussions currently focus on use of the space for two conference rooms, a student work room (poster making, etc.), large storage closets for equipment and supplies, and a restroom. The second option would be make this space a multi-use dining facility and convenience store. In addition, a convenience store would be included (just larger than CWU’s North Village Café convenience store). Multipurpose Room: The multi-purpose room will be similar to the Wellington Event Center in Barto Hall. It would be open to all residents of campus and should be readily accessible, but also prevent most noise from entering into the residence hall sleeping areas. Residents should have some separation (for security and noise) and privacy. Ideally the multi-purpose room will be located adjacent to the office/dining space. This space is intended to serve campus-wide programming needs. The space should include a small kitchen and food- preparation area (stove, refrigerator, sink), and restrooms with stations for students who need to wash their feet for prayer. The space should also be able to be divided into smaller programming space with movable walls. Sustainability: The project will achieve a minimum LEED 1 certification. Specific LEED credits will be determined through the design-build process. CWU has identified general goals, which include reducing the university’s carbon footprint, conserving potable water, and providing a healthy indoor environment. Many of the building’s sustainable features should be visible to the public. Technology: Wireless Internet is preferred through the facility; hard-wire connections will be provided in the residential units. The project does not include telephones for each student room, however New Hall will have a phone in RA rooms and on each floor in a public location. Noise Control: The building will incorporate measures to reduce noise transmission. Areas for louder activities (lounges, multi-purpose space, dining space, etc.) will be appropriately located with this in mind. Security: The project will provide safety measures inside and out. Access to living spaces will be restricted to CWU residents through card access control. Landscaping and interior/exterior lighting will be designed in accordance with the university’s security requirements, and an emergency blue light phone will be located in the parking area.
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1 LEED, which stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a certification program focused primarily on new, commercial-building projects and based upon a points system.
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