Cloverleaf Elementary School, Galena Park ISD
The new building is a 112,000 square foot replacement elementary school for 1,000 students in Pre-K through 5th grade. The project included a full kitchen, cafeteria, learning resource center, gymnasium, and 54 classrooms.
Mechanical systems included a 400 ton air cooled chilled water system, gas fired water boilers, and a VAV air distribution system. Outside air/exhaust air heat recovery systems as well as high efficiency chillers were specified to meet the energy code requirements.
Electrical systems included general lighting and power with a 3000 amp 480 volt electrical service; emergency generator with dual transfer switches to serve emergency loads and kitchen refrigeration equipment; theatrical lighting for the stage; and infrastructure for technology systems. Lighting controls were specified, including daylight harvesting to meet the energy code requirements.
Plumbing systems included domestic cold and hot water systems; sanitary and roof drainage systems; natural gas distribution; and fire sprinkler system.
Low voltage systems included public address and program control system, fire alarm system with voice evacuation, security alarm and card access system, video surveillance, facility network hardware systems and equipment, and local sound amplification system for the stage
Location
Houston, TX
Services Provided
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Theatrical Lighting, Sound Systems
Architect
IBI Group (now known as Arcadis IBI Group)
Total Square Feet
112,000