ANU Crawford School
Project Overview
| Sector: | Education |
| Location: | Australia - Canberra |
| Year Completed: | 2009 |
Project Features
- Central heating and chilled water plants
- Environmental initiatives implemented throughout systems
- Lecture theatres - both small and large size
- Purpose designed teaching spaces
- Conference facilities
- Office and academic accommodation
Project Details
Benmax was awarded the contract for the supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of the mechanical services for the new teaching facility located at the Acton campus of the Australian National University, Canberra.
The building provides purpose-designed teaching spaces, academic/staff offices, conference rooms and a cafe. Designed to minimise its impact on the environment, the building incorporates a number of environmental initiatives including high levels of natural ventilation and day lighting, energy efficient mixed mode mechanical systems, tempered corridor spaces, rain water collection and water efficient fittings. The three levels, plus plant areas, include reception area; lecture theatres; teaching rooms; conference rooms; computer labs; and office / academic accommodation.
