Coordinate Designs
“All the new mechanical systems needed to fit within
the existing structure of the old library,” explains
Millard. “On a daily basis we integrated the design
models of the extended project team, helping us to
identify, track, update, and react to design changes.”
“For example, the new library included very tall
book stacks,” says Federle. “We had to coordinate
those stacks with the existing structure, and then
figure out how to fit the new duct work, lights, and
technology systems in the remaining few feet above
the stacks.” With assistance from an integrated
design model, KLH more quickly and accurately
routed its systems through those very tight spaces
and avoided clashes that might have led to costly
on-site schedule delays.