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The Institute for Scientific Research (ISR) is a leading-edge, advanced scientific research and development company specializing in providing multidisciplinary solutions to technology problems for its civilian, commercial and government clients, including NASA and the Department of Defense.
The BE&K Building Group constructed ISR's five-story,
corporate headquarters and research and development facility
using the design-build method of project delivery. Located
in the I-79 Technology Park in northern West Virginia,
the facility provides secure, ultramodern research space
for several hundred scientists, engineers, mathematicians,
physicists, information technology specialists, administrators
and managers.
The scope of work encompassed construction of the main facility and a three-level parking garage with space for 585 vehicles. The main facility has raised-access floors and fiber-optic networks, and includes areas for small-scale manufacturing, flight simulators, special compartmentalized information stations, and administrative offices. In addition to approximately 89,000 sf of research laboratory space available on the upper floors, approximately 22,000 sf of secure research laboratories is located below ground. The facility offers TV-quality streaming video to all desktops; bandwidth-intensive computer research capabilities; complete security coverage, including video surveillance; energy efficient, environmentally sustainable design; advanced video teleconferencing; and wireless network technology.
A major portion of the building is accessible to the public, including a general reception area, a multipurpose exhibition center, a 218-seat educational conference auditorium, a 120′ tall observation tower and food service facilities. The facility also features a wellness center on the first floor with fitness areas and a swimming pool. Restaurant quality dining commons and general gathering spaces for informal meetings are also provided. These common areas are designed to promote interaction between researchers and technicians.
The main building is constructed of a structural steel frame, glass and metal skin, and a metal and membrane roof. This component of the project required a foundation system with deep retaining walls, as well as plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, electrical and telecommunications services designed to support building activities and associated equipment. The parking garage has a precast concrete frame, masonry exterior and a landscaped plaza on the roof deck.
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Institute of Scientific Research
Corporate Headquarters and
Research and Development Facility
Fairmont, West Virginia
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| Project Location |
Fairmont, West Virginia |
| Construction Value |
$74 million |
| Building Size |
Office
and R&D —
263,000 sf
Parking — 187,200 sf
585 spaces |
| Completion |
2006 |
| Assignment |
Design-Build, Construction Management at Risk |
| Client |
Institute for Scientific Research (ISR) |
| Architect |
Lukmire Grant Architects, A Joint Venture |
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