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AEC was retained to prepare construction documents for various electrical and mechanical improvements to the historic Columbus City Hall. The overall goal of the project was to renovate the various existing electrical and mechanical systems while at the same time, preserving and complementing the historical features of the building. – AEC performed exterior lighting renovations to the historic building which included the replacement of several large HIB luminaries with LED sources. The system also incorporated color changing strategies that all the City to adjust system parameters for certain annual special events. The LED system reduced exterior façade lighting power consumption by 91%. – AEC also provided documents for interior HVAC and electrical system renovations. The scope of work included upgrades to the building’s standpipe and sprinkler system, plumbing drains, venting system and electrical system. Although LEED certification was not required for this project, the design team adhered as close as possible to LEED standards and Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman’s “Green Memo.”
