University of California, San Diego
SPECIFICATIONS:
Area: 80,000 gsf
Architects: EHDD Architecture
Energy Efficiency: 52% better than Title 24
The design of this new state-of-the-art university supercomputer center encompassed office spaces and a data center, where superdense electrical loads can exceed 300 watts per square foot. In the data center, we designed a unique, remotely located, low energy air handling system that easily adapts to hot spots and unusually high spot loads. Other features of the design include a three foot raised floor and the use of 55 degree Fahrenheit chilled water, which avoids unnecessary dehumidification. In the office spaces, we designed an innovative displacement ventilation system that greatly reduces the volume of air that requires cooling. The building uses 52% less energy than Title 24 required maximums.
