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Interested in Phius Certification? Join Phius Alliance Chicago and dbHMS for a virtual event to discuss the certification process and hear about our experience with Phius at the Edison Tower, a high-rise residential building in Milwaukee. We hope to see you there on 7/17 at 5:00 PM CDT! For more information, visit the link below. The Neutral Project #PhiusCertification #PassiveHouse #SustainableBuilding #EdisonTower

Design inspired by the cells, petri dishes, and microbes that drive scientific discovery, Dispatch Biotherapeutics Headquarters in Philadelphia is home to research labs and office space dedicated to cancer therapy. dbHMS’s design for this project focused on Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Systems and Lighting Design for two floors. The ICT Systems features a flexible, expandable, and robust structured cabling system that supports the client's high-speed, high-bandwidth network which is essential for communications. Security systems included an electronic access control system limiting access into lab spaces to credentialed personnel. Audio visual systems consisted of sound reinforcement, video displays, audio and video source input, control systems and room scheduler systems within conference rooms and huddle spaces. Lobby/Lounge includes a 5x7 video wall with ceiling mounted speakers and wireless microphone system for hosting large office presentations and digital signage. The customized lighting design provides appropriate illumination to different space types considering factors such as light level, lighting contrast ratio, light color rendering, and suitable fixture types for the environment. Additionally, the design incorporates lighting control functionality to meet the needs of specific functions while accomplishing current energy conservation standards. The networked lighting control system simplifies troubleshooting and offers flexibility for future office layout reconfigurations. We were glad to put our skills to the test for this project and look forward to more opportunities in the lab and research space! Thanks to the team! Architect: Gensler Construction: Turner Construction Company Owner: Dispatch Bio #researchlabs #CancerResearch #AEC #lightingdesign #ICTdesign

Congratulations to the team for winning the The American Institute of Architects (AIA)'s National Building Award for the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts! dbHMS is proud to have provided Building Systems Design and Sustainability Consulting services for this outstanding project. Balancing architectural intent with innovative systems was a true challenge, but our team successfully integrated air handling systems and high mass radiant heating and cooling, for this architectural gem. A diversity of space types including a children’s theater, museum galleries, restaurant, art school, and event areas, making a tightly controlled thermal environment essential. With an in-slab radiant heating and cooling system, a space can be enhanced for comfort, air quality and noise reduction. We are thrilled to have hit the museum’s sustainability goals and look forward to contributing to more award-winning projects! 🌟🏆 #AIANationalAward #SustainableDesign #ArkansasMuseumofFineArts Studio Gang Pepper Construction Group Polk Stanley Wilcox SCAPE Landscape Architecture DPC Thornton Tomasetti McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. Arup Licht Kunst Licht AG MEYER BORGMAN JOHNSON

The Chicago Building Congress Merit Award Program has been acknowledging outstanding projects in Chicago’s building industry since 1956. We’re honored to see our work represented on 4 out of the 8 prestigious 2024 Merit Awards winning projects! 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 $20 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 Guinness Open Gate Brewery 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐊-𝟏𝟐 The Academy for Global Citizenship at the Cultivate Collective Campus 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 College of Lake County Lakeshore Campus Student Center 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 $𝟐𝟎 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 Lawson House Redevelopment Here's to celebrating teamwork, creativity, and the power of great design. A true testament of commitment and excellence! A big congratulations to our partners on these projects, Clune Construction Company SMNG A Ltd., Legat Architects, The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western Development Management Associates llc Farr Associates Architecture & Urban Design Rivers Casino Des Plaines Academy for Global Citizenship Chicago Public Schools College of Lake County Holsten Real Estate Development & Management Corporation #MeritAwards

This historic redevelopment project in Chicago's Lathrop Homes has transformed the community. The meticulous renovation of 16 historic buildings and an innovative new structure have brought the 3-phase project’s vision to life. Offering public, affordable, and market-rate housing, Lathrop Homes ­­fosters a diverse, vibrant neighborhood.   Integrating modern technology in a historic site often poses its challenges. In order to provide efficient climate control throughout each building while preserving the aesthetic, Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems were installed. Our site also underwent rigorous energy rating assessments, addressing deficiencies to pave the way for sustainable and affordable housing solutions. Unified expertise across our Design, Commissioning, and Databased+ studios crafted a remarkable project. Setting new standards, Lathrop Homes exceeds expectations and realizes an inspiring community vision. Thanks to our partners, HED Related Companies #LathropHomes #InclusiveLiving #Affordablehousing

At dbHMS, every day is Earth Day! 🌍 We celebrate our planet by advocating for eco-friendly practices and building a greener future for generations to come. #SustainableLiving #EarthDay #AEC

Don't miss the chance to join the Lawson House project team from Farr Associates Architecture & Urban Design, dbHMS, CE Anderson & Associates, PC, and Klein & Hoffman as we explore the renovation of this historic 24-story building. Learn how the team created better performing, cost effective, and easier to maintain affordable housing. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dEmBXCTn

Curious about spandrel design challenges? Tune in TODAY for an insightful session with dbHMS energy pros, presented by Illinois Green Alliance. #SpandrelDesign #ExpertInsights #IllinoisGreen

Happy Employee Appreciation Day to the individuals who make up the heart and soul of our success! We appreciate your hard work and commitment each day. This day is for you! #employeeappreciationday

Proudly striving for Net-Zero Energy certification, Heartland Community College is fostering a greener future for generations to come!   The building uses a large roof-mounted solar array that is designed to produce more electricity than the building uses throughout the year. The net-positive energy performance includes the highly energy intensive greenhouse, which uses solar curtains, evaporative cooling, thermal mass, and LED lighting to limit energy use. dbHMS designed 25 geothermal wells to provide radiant heating and cooling for the building. The building relies entirely on the geothermal wellfield and does not have a backup boiler.   We commend Heartland for their environmental stewardship and teaming with us to achieve their sustainable goals! #netzeroenergy #sustainableeducation #AEC #HeartlandCollege Heartland Community College Legat Architects River City Construction LLC Baumann Consulting