Projects

University of Denver - Frank H. Ricketson Jr. Law Building
Denver, Colorado

Estimated Construction Cost:  $50,000,000

Cator, Ruma & Associates was the Mechanical Engineer of Record on the Denver University Law Building. The 200,000 sq. ft. Law Building consists of Classrooms, Offices, Courtrooms, Conferencing Rooms and a large library.

The building is LEED^TM Certified. The mechanical and electrical systems are designed with the goal of consuming 30% less energy than ASHRAE Standard 90.1 (Energy Standard for New Buildings). The design incorporates daylighting controls, energy efficient HVAC systems and high performance glazing which contribute to the sustainable design. State-of-the-art controls and natural ventilation are used. Steam and chilled water are provided from the Campus Central Utility Plant. An innovative use of ground water for irrigation purposes has been incorporated in the design. Water efficient plumbing fixtures are being used throughout.

The building includes an underground parking garage and an adjoining parking structure. The ramp leading into the underground structure has an integral snow melting system.

• A LEED^TM Gold rating was received for the School of Law on June 12, 2005 with 39 points.

• The building is the first law school in the nation to be LEED^TM certified.

• The School was built within 300 meters of a future light-rail station.

• Ground water will be captured and used for landscaping.

• A carbon dioxide monitoring system was installed in the parking garage.

• This building was certified under version 2.0.

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