Gainesville, FL
University of Florida Honors Village
Scope/Solutions
Needing more housing for its growing undergraduate population, the University of Florida undertook a project to add space for 1,400 students. The Honors Village includes four residence halls and a commons building. Working with the design-build team, SGH consulted on the building enclosure for the project.
SGH consulted on the design of below-grade waterproofing, exterior wall assemblies, fenestrations, and roofing. Highlights of our work include:
- Reviewing the proposed building enclosure design for airtightness, watertightness, thermal performance, vapor permeance, fire performance compliance, and constructability
- Making design recommendations for below-grade waterproofing and elevator pits, air/water/vapor-resistive barriers, wall assemblies clad with aluminum composite panels, windows, curtain walls, storefront, and roofing
- Helping detail flashing at critical wall, fenestration, and roofing locations
- Consulting on proposed stick-built and panelized wall construction techniques
- Assisting with the development of air and water infiltration testing protocols for installed enclosure assemblies
- Providing construction phase services, including reviewing related submittals, visiting the site to observe ongoing work, and helping the project team address field conditions
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Project Summary
2023
Completion Date
$190M
Construction Value
415k
Project Size
LEED
Certification
Solutions
New Construction
Services
Building Enclosures
Markets
Education | Residential
Client(s)
The Weitz Company
Specialized Capabilities
Facades & Glazing
Key team members
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