Bailey Junior High School Addition & Renovation
Arlington, Texas
Expertise
- Education
Services
- mechanical / plumbing engineering
- electrical engineering
Size
- 148,991 SF
BHB provided MEP engineering design services to perform renovations and updates to the aging interior of Bailey Junior High School in Arlington ISD. The $23.7 million, 148,991-square-foot project included renovations to student restrooms for ADA compliance, electrical and HVAC infrastructure replacements, library and office renovations, a new secure main entrance, a new administration suite, a 10,000-square-foot expansion and renovation of kitchen and cafeteria, and 10 new classrooms within a new ICC 500-rated storm shelter. During the assessment, it was determined the building also needed a complete new roof as well as the replacement of numerous windows for waterproofing and energy efficiency.
The mechanical design required detailed site investigation to assess the existing equipment and to integrate new systems, and coordination to ensure the storm shelter would be fully ICC 500 compliant. BHB utilized a combination of chilled water rooftop units, variable refrigerant flow systems, and DX rooftop units. Each system was designed to meet the specific need within each area. Finally, BHB specified updates to the existing chilled water central plant, including two new air-cooled chillers.
The plumbing design focused on integrating an expanded kitchen and dining area into the existing infrastructure. BHB coordinated with the civil engineer to relocate site utilities and with the Owner to relocate and upgrade the existing natural gas and domestic water heating systems.
The power systems design included constructing a new utility service and main distribution system to support the addition, the expanded and renovated kitchen, and the HVAC loads resulting from the building modifications. For the school to remain open, our engineers designed a new 4,000 amp, 277/480 volt electrical distribution system, which could be energized simultaneously with the existing system. This allowed the new system to be constructed and put into operation, allowing portions of the existing system to be reused and connected to the new system one piece at a time, minimizing power outages to weekends. The electrical design also included replacement of all fluorescent light fixtures and manual lighting controls throughout the school (except in the gymnasiums) with new energy-efficient LED light fixtures and automatic lighting controls. Modifications to the signal systems included new security, audio/visual, and fire alarm systems.
Key People
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Ian Bost, PE, LEED AP
Ian Bost, PE, LEED AP
Principal | Senior Mechanical Engineer
Ian Bost began working at BHB in 2001. As one of the youngest and newest additions to the leadership team, Ian still considers himself a kid despite being over the age of 35. Ian’s success at BHB has fostered several new relationships with higher education institutions for which he has become the primary point of contact. His projects at UNT, TCU, and UTA are some of the most technologically advanced for colleges and universities. They have included systems such as single-zone VAV AHUs and chilled beam systems.
Ian’s passion for engineering efficient systems stems from his desire to be a good steward of the land. He is involved with the AIA 2030 Challenge and works closely with our clients to provide sustainable design. Over the years Ian has continuously been involved with professional societies including the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the Texas Society of Professional Engineers. His role as a past president of the Fort Worth ASHRAE Chapter has grown into mentorships for new chapter presidents and members.
He tries to live a balanced life with his family: wife Carmen and their four kids. Ian is a Texas Tech Red Raider Alumni who enjoys supporting his college and its athletic programs. Ian enjoys living and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Project Experience
Arborlawn United Methodist Church
Central Texas College Nursing Center
Keller ISD Timberview Middle School
Northpark YMCA
TCU Annie Richardson Bass Building
TCU Charlie and Marie Lupton Baseball Clubhouse
TCU Ed & Rae Schollmaier Arena
TCU Frog Alley Parking Garage
TCU Mary Couts Burnett Library
TCU Rees-Jones Hall
Education
Texas Tech University:
Bachelor’s Degree/2000/Mechanical Engineering -
Allen Grammer, PE, NSSA AP
Allen Grammer, PE, NSSA AP
Senior Associate | Mechanical Engineer
Growing up with a construction engineer father, Allen was always fascinated by the giant machines; as he grew up, the technical and problem-solving aspects of the industry drew him to his career as a mechanical engineer. He’ll tell you that it is just as much fun as he imagined it would be. Allen found BHB during his senior year at TCU, when a classmate and then-intern at the company encouraged him to apply. His work experience also includes a summer internship with the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Washington, DC, and he is currently active in the leadership team of the Fort Worth Chapter of ASHRAE.
Not a lot of people know that Allen plays the violin – a little bit of everything, from Mozart to Charlie Daniels. He also enjoys all things tech (such as playing games on the computer), traveling to Disney world, and spending time with his wife Kacy and their small cat family.
Education
Texas Christian University:
Bachelors/2012/Mechanical Engineering