Recognized for its innovative geothermal and structural designs, the $26M new conference center was the recipient of ASHRAE and ACEC awards. The building’s structural design cantilevers 30 feet over the Mississippi River.

This award-winning new $25M academic library and classroom/art building uses an integrated thermal energy recovery system with natural ventilation and photovoltaics. Pursuing LEED Gold, it is estimated to reduce energy costs 40%. The challenge was designing a natural ventilation system for the Midwest’s extreme temperature and humidity levels and the building application.