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ADAM WELLS PERSONAL EXPERIENCE Design Achievement - Located in Valley County, Nebraska, County 47 Beef is a certified organic beef company whose goal is to provide healthy, wholesome meat directly to consumers. DLR Group’s branding design provides a fresh, cohesive, and distinct identity that reflects the company’s roots in Nebraska and conveys pride in the ranch’s cattle raising process. The modern, yet weathered, identity mark further establishes the company as an experienced beef provider committed to delivering high quality product. Scope Summary - DLR Group worked with County 47 Beef to establish a name, identity mark, business materials, and additional promotional materials, including t-shirts and packaging. The company’s fresh branding solidifies its place in the market as a high-quality, experienced beef provider committed to organic, healthy practices. DLR Group provided branding and identity design.
Design Achievement –Midwest-area DJ/musician/entertainer Austin Asche was struggling to market himself for business opportunities without a defined brand and communication strategy. DLR Group’s branding design created a unified, cohesive identity complete with business materials allowing him to grow and strengthen his business. On a muted background of black and white, his identity mark pops with color, drawing attention quickly to his personal and business name. The bold, rounded font reflects his progressive, edgy approach to music. Scope Summary – DLR Group provided brand development for the company, which included photography direction and creation of an identity mark and business materials, including business cards and stationery. Brand colors include black, white, and bright orange. The circular identity mark is derived from the modern sans serif font of the logo. DLR Group provided branding design services.
Design Achievement – A start up roofing business hoping to break into the busy marketplace called upon DLR Group to provide a modern, cohesive brand and communication strategy. DLR Group’s branding design identified a memorable name and tagline to accompany an eye-catching identity mark. The name directly ties to the brand’s color scheme in shades of blue, and the mirror-image identity mark draws inspiration from the shape and design of roofing material. The strong, block font in capital letters makes a progressive, bold statement, solidifying the brand’s modern approach to roofing and strong commitment to its customers. Scope Summary – DLR Group provided brand development for the company, which included creation of a name, identity mark, business materials, merchandise, and company uniforms. Brand colors include white and dark and light shades of blue. The identity mark consists of the letter ‘R’ in a mirror image using a bold, block font. DLR Group provided branding design services.
The master control room at the Lincoln Correctional Center (LCC) was antiquated not only by age of the equipment but by the ergonomics of the furniture as well.   DLR Group was retained to assess the needs of this high security 24/7/365 space and develop a plan to renovate the space without disrupting its operation.   DLR Group worked with the prison staff to allow the control room to remain fully operational during the construction phase of the project.   Our architects and engineers developed the design, completed construction documents and provided site observation services during the construction phase of the project.   The scope of the project consisted of the replacement of existing security electronics control panel, and modifications and upgrades to the security electronics system.   The existing millwork within the Master Control Room was also replaced.   Minor tasks involved the design of a new key cabinet and a new transaction drawer. The work took place while the facility was in full operation and uncompromised security had to be maintained throughout the duration of the project.
Saline County was in need of a new, modern facility to replace the existing six-bed jail built in 1927. DLR Group provided complete services for this 25,000-square foot Law Enforcement Center. Following program review and conceptual design, a public bond referendum passed (60%) with assistance from DLR Group. The facility portrays the image of a civic building through the use of a colonnade and grand public entrance and accompanying plaza in front. The extended entry canopy clearly emphasizes the public entrance and introduces the building at a human scale. The public is greeted in a high volume space lit with clerestory windows creating a pleasant, functional and secure public lobby.The building is clearly divided into Public, Law Enforcement, and Jail components. The Jail portion of the building includes 29 beds for males and 20 for females. Six classifications, ranging from work release to maximum security, are available. The jail is supported by a full service kitchen, laundry, a small medical unit, visitation and program spaces, and an intake/booking area with three holding cells. All inmate day rooms are controlled from one central control room.The Law Enforcement spaces consist of offices for the Sheriff and staff, work areas, interview rooms, evidence storage, an exercise room, a briefing room, and staff locker rooms. Space is included for a video arraignment courtroom and future video visitation accommodations.
Design Achievement DLR Group was invited into the design/build process for their project after significant programming and planning had already been completed. Designers listened to what the college wanted and used a process that found a way to make it work, knowing the previous architect was unable to fit the project into the college’s budget. The design of the venue provides all necessary facilities -- lockers, training, weight training, and administration for many of the College’s men’s and women’s athletic teams. With a design that showcases both athletics and academics, the facility has made a great impact on student recruitment for the college. Scope Summary This 79,000 SF top-loading arena provides 2,200 seats for Broncos basketball and volleyball fans. The multi-purpose arena allows spectators to enter on a concourse level and go down to their seats. Included in the facility is a 4,500 SF weight room, complete locker facilities, meeting rooms, a full athletic training area, administrative office for the entire athletic program, and academic classrooms. The arena also features a Hall of Fame Room with a comfortable view of the action and an educational wing with five classrooms, 22 offices, and a computer lab. A 1,000 SF legacy room has a direct view to the arena’s floor. The locker room facilities are home to nine locker rooms which hold 445 lockers, enough for each of the College’s athletes.
Federal Reserve BankSecurity UpgradesTwo weeks after the September 11th terrorist attacks, DLR Group was contacted by the Federal Reserve Bank to conduct a security assessment of the branch bank in Omaha, Nebraska. Working with the security staff at the bank and federally mandated physical improvement criteria, DLR Group developed numerous design options to increase security for building access and reduce potential damage from physical attacks.The design solutions incorporated physical barriers (i.e. bollards, planters, vehicle plates), building access systems (i.e. card reader, hand scanner) and detection systems (i.e. metal detectors, x-ray machines) to improve the security of this facility.DLR Group architects and engineers completed design and construction documents and provided construction administration phase services for the project. With the need for rapid response to the events of September 11th, this project was completed, from start of design to occupancy, in 16 months.
DLR Group is assisting in a five-year addition/restoration of this downtown high school which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Key components of the project include the installation of a new air conditioning and ventilation system, electrical improvements, addition of a new cafeteria and kitchen, building code compliance and renovation of the existing four floor cafeteria areas for classrooms. School Board approval of a design concept, recommended by the Ed. Spec. Committee, also includes the addition of a replacement multi-use gymnasium. The replacement gym connects to the east side of the existing (1979) gymnasium. The expanded gym will include a weight room and aerobics room below, replacing the existing gym that will be used for renovated cafeteria space.Mechanical UpgradesDue to limited physical mechanical space, heating and cooling is provided by tying into the downtown district steam and chilled water systems. The mechanical system design is a 4-pipe blower coil unit with some zones of the school designed with variable-air-volume (VAV) reheat systems. Energy conservation measures included the VAV air handling systems with economizer cycles and were equipped with variable frequency drives to optimize energy savings and to provide fan modulation. The chilled water pumps are equipped with VFDs. The outside ventilation air systems use counter flow air-to-air plate type heat exchangers designed for heat recovery and cooling applications. The kitchen hood exhaust air quantity was designed to be the lowest possible for adequate ventilation and safety. New system controls provide both temperature control and energy management functions, including hot water reset, chilled water reset, night setback and zone occupied-unoccupied features.This 340,000 SF project was completed in phases and totalled $13 million in construction costs.
Design Narrative The exterior aesthetics of York Middle School reflect the community's personality. Working closely with district administration, patrons and the construction manager, DLR Group's design carefully balances efficienct materials with a clean, traditional appearance. Considerable attention was given to the site design to provide safe and non-intrusive traffic flow on school property and around the neighborhood. Special care also was taken in selecting exterior lighting that would not interfere with the surrounding residential areas. Scope Summary The 77,859 SF new middle school accommodates 375 students in grades 6-8. It is designed to allow for future expansion at the ends of its three classroom wings for a total student population of 525. The school includes 16 general classrooms, three science classrooms, two specialty, classrooms, a media center, gymnasium with a seating capacity of 600, two locker rooms, a vocal music room, band room, two and one-half computer labs, a wrestling/fitness room, an industrial technology lab and shop, an art room, a full prep kitchen and cafeteria/commons. The locker rooms are engineered to function as storm shelters. The building is one-story with the exception of two mechanical mezzanines at either end of the gym. The new building is entirely air-conditioned with a HVAC system utilizing heat pumps.
The new jail facility provides Hall County with a state of the art facility, allowing the County to effectively and economically operate a local detention facility offering maximized safety and security for staff, inmates, and the general public.  Situated immediately across the street to the west of the new Law Enforcement facility, the jail facility is respectful and complementing in its appearance.  Concrete block and glass curtain wall is utilized at the front entrance to provide the image of a contemporary public building with clean and simple massing and materials.  The remainder of the building, primarily consisting of precast concrete with varying textures, is more austere and plain, directing visual focus to the public portion. The organization of the building is clearly defined according to the intended function of the spaces.  This allows for an optimized functional flow, as well as incorporating various levels of security where appropriate. The inmates are provided the opportunity for outdoor recreation in one of four spaces provided with screened openings to the outside.  This allows for the circulation of fresh air and daylight in the recreation space, satisfying the mandatory requirement for outdoor exercise.  This facility incorporates some design features never before utilized in the State of Nebraska such as inmate cells made of steel wall panels filled with cementitious grout.  Another unique feature is that the cells do not have any windows to the exterior, instead natural light is provided in the cells through multiple skylights in each dayroom, visible through a window in the cell door. Some features of this new facility will be entirely new to the Hall County Department of Corrections, such as a medical unit with dedicated infirmary cells and a dental exam room.  This will greatly reduce the need for the transportation of inmates to local dentists and doctors, eliminating expensive staff escorting as well as the associated escape risk and threat to security.  The use of video visitation is also a modern enhancement which allows the inmates to visit with the public without having to be moved from their assigned dayroom.  The visiting party is located in a room adjacent to the public lobby, eliminating the need for the public to enter the secure area of the jail.  This visitation method virtually eliminates the possibility of contraband being given to inmates by family and friends.  It also greatly reduces the burden on corrections staff to escort inmates back and forth to visitation.  As a benefit to inmates, video visitation can result in increased opportunities for visitation since it requires much less staff attention and supervision. All services and programs, such as meals, recreation, counseling, and visitation, offered to inmates will be delivered in or adjacent to their respective dayrooms.  This concept of de-centralized services greatly reduces the burden on staff to escort inmates around, and limits the opportunities for escape and exchange of contraband. All infrastructure, as well as the site, was planned to allow for an additional 300-bed housing component to be added immediately to the north.
Design Achievement The east-facing Creighton Preparatory High School Entrance and Athletic Complex offer a fresh, inviting panorama to the busy arterial street. DLR Group’s design accommodates the physical education curriculum and athletic programs while providing gracious amenities to spectators. The complex is one of the largest, most comprehensive high school athletic venues in the region making it a preferred site for hosting tournaments. The new front door draws students and visitors to the lobby that serves as the central gathering spot before and after sporting events, as well as for special occasions. Renovation of the 50-year old gymnasium and removal of the nostalgic “tin gym” completes the school’s expansion plan that began with DLR Group designing a state-of-the-art science department and commons area in 1998.The overall improvements for the campus signify excellence and tradition - the foundation of this Jesuit high school.   Scope Summary This complex includes 77,000 SF on a 40-acre site. The top-loading, three-court practice space and regulation one-court competition space provide a venue for wrestling and basketball with seating capacity of 2,200.  The 5,500 SF two-story training facility has cardio machines on the upper level overlooking the gymnasium and free-weights and lifting equipment on the lower level. The sunken dugouts, batting cage, press box, and concourse create a stadium-like feel for the 600 spectators accommodated by the baseball facility. Upgrading the soccer and football fields with synthetic turf allows utilization of playing fields regardless of weather, and the stadium seating for 1,000 accommodates dedicated and fair-weather fans. DLR Group provided architecture, mechanical engineering, programming, educational specifications, and interior design services.
Design Achievement - The Holland Computer Center (HCC), located in the University of Nebraska’s Peter Kiewit Institute, is home to an impressive supercomputer named Firefly, used not only for student learning but also by the U.S. Department of Defense and for medical research. Firefly has ranked among the top 50 computers in the world for computing power, with over 1,150 nodes and 2,300+ processors. It was made possible by generous donations and discounts from public and private investors in the area. DLR Group’s design involved developing the HVAC and electrical infrastructure sufficient to meet the critical loads of this data center. In keeping with the “lab” design of the building, intentionally exposed piping, structural steel, and observation windows for Firefly were incorporated. The team was challenged to work around the building’s existing utility infrastructure, in addition to creating efficient HVAC and electrical systems models. This additional infrastructure, used to both power and cool the supercomputer, allows for the expectations of students and professional organizations alike to be met for an ideal research experience. Scope Summary - This project required significant infrastructure and re-engineering in a building not originally designed with such a project in mind. One step to working around these constraints involved installing American Power Conversion’s (APC) modular, in-row, water-based cooling units. Placed adjacent to the heat source(s) in the IT racking system, these in-row cooling units utilize a system of sensors to monitor rack temperatures, adjusting both the chilled water flow and fan speed accordingly. These features reduce operating costs in addition to providing ultra-effective cooling. The cooling plant is comprised of redundant air-cooled chillers for primary cooling / data center heat rejection. A dry fluid cooler was incorporated in the cooling plant design to provide an economizer (free cooling) cycle for the data center. The piping connecting the HVAC infrastructure is arranged overhead, allowing for easy reconfiguration of the IT system and to remove the necessity of a raised floor system and ramping. This adaptive approach to updating an existing building allows for seamless integration within the existing building. DLR Group provided the planning, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering.
Following a fire set by inmates in the existing jail, Hall County contacted DLR Group to conduct an assessment of the damage done to the facility in Grand Island, Nebraska.   Working with the jail staff and Nebraska Jail Standards inspectors, DLR developed a design to replace existing non-secure windows with modern, secure detention grade windows.   DLR Group worked with the jail staff to allow the jail to remain fully operational during the construction phase of the project.   Our architects and engineers developed the design, completed construction documents and provided services during the construction phase of the project.
DLR Group, working as a consultant with FGM Architects, is currently designing a new satellite fire station located in the City of La Vista, Nebraska. The program encompasses 22,735 square feet in three zones within the fire station 1) residential 2) apparatus support 3) storage. The facility includes: Apparatus Bays, Kitchen and Dining, Equipment Storage, Equipment Repair, Dormitory Areas, Locker Rooms, Training Space, Administrative Areas, Decontamination Area.The apparatus bays are drive-through and are designed to accommodate a ladder truck, fire engines, aid units, and special operations vehicles. The site design provides public parking areas and secure parking for both staff and fire department vehicles. This station may be used as the prototype for future City fire stations.The client selected DLR Group to manage this project based on DLR Group's previous outstanding performance working on the La Vista police facility.
Design Achievement For more than ten years officials at the University of Nebraska-Kearney discussed renovating Foster Field and developing a multi-use sports and recreational facility for the students as well as the surrounding community. To help the fundraising for this project, DLR Group developed design drawings of the stadium improvements, as well as introducing a master plan that constructed the process into a two phased development. The first phase consisted of upgrading the existing features and including new lighting and sound systems. The second phase entailed constructing new buildings and facilities to the stadium while implementing new seating arrangements. The two-phased project was completed in time for the 2005 season and is now considered one of the finest in all of Division II. Scope Summary The first phase for the renovated Ron and Carol Cope Stadium encompassed replacing the grass field with a new Synthetic FIELDturf, an initial refurbishing of the west grandstands, an upgraded scoreboard and bleachers, and improving the lighting and sound systems inside of the stadium. Phase II consisted of constructing $6.9 M in buildings and facilities throughout the stadium. This included a 7,500 SF press box and hospitality suite, a 8,500 SF locker room building dedicated to UNK programs located near the north end zone and an officials locker room facility. Public concessions and restrooms were also inserted into the stadium, as well as 1000 additional bleacher seats on the east side of the field. To accommodate existing and future UNK’s athlete’s needs DLR group developed training and meeting facilities and equipment storage rooms that could be used on game days. DLR Group also constructed a new stadium superstructure over the two phase project that included room for athletic administration or academic components on the second floor. In total 5,200 additional seats were implanted into the stadium.
Design Narrative The subtle improvements to Millard South High School include an addition as well as the renovation of learning environments and circulation areas. DLR Group’s design adds a new weight room, varsity locker rooms, a training suite and team meeting rooms to the Class A high school. Lab and lecture areas in the science labs and a demonstration station and dining area in the foods lab are expansions included in the renovation. To improve circulation, the existing stairwells are doubled in size and the new design dedicates up and down sections. The expanded weight room serves athletes and physical education students. Efficient zoning allows summer and evening use without giving access to the rest of the school. Scope Summary The two-story 13,600 SF athletic addition provides adequate space, equipment and lockers for the Class A high school. The north and south facades are composed of glass to add transparency and outdoor connections. Energy-efficient lighting throughout the building replaces the original fixtures. Reconfiguring the parking lot makes smoother and safer transitions at arrival and drop off times. DLR Group provided architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical engineering, and interior design.
Design Achievement Wilma Upchurch Elementary School is the result of effective, proactive planning. DLR Group’s design accommodates expected enrollment growth with areas functioning as multi-purpose spaces for small group instruction and as classrooms during peak enrollment transitions. These “swing” classrooms allow for growth and flexibility without the use of portable classrooms. As the prototype for another district, this tried-and- true design successfully arranges students in open, collaborative pods stair-stepped along the exterior perimeter to capture natural light and natural views. Locating the administration offices at the main entrance enhances security as students and visitors are greeted and guided past the office and into the academic and activity areas of the building. The layout and design encourages community use of the gymnasium and commons area while easily restricting access to academic areas.   Scope Summary This school is 59,000 SF and serves 450 students in grades K-5. Scope of work includes design of a four-section facility with planned expansion to five-sections.  The prototype allows for the administration offices to be relocated according to need. DLR Group provided architecture, mechanical engineering, programming, educational specifications, and interior design services.
Design Achievement Two new hotels in the urban setting north of downtown Omaha are together revitalizing the area while keeping the historic character of the city alive. The adjacent hotels, the Hampton Inn and Suites and the Homewood Inn and Suites, accommodate both extended-stay business travelers and families. DLR Group's design incorporates a warehouse contemporary style to mirror the existing architecture in downtown Omaha, and features exterior materials including brick, cast stone, stucco and metal panels. The orientation of the hotels was restricted by tight site parameters, so designers took advantage of the close proximity of the buildings by creating a shared pedestrian plaza and entry area that connects the two hotels and where guests can socialize if not indoors enjoying the warm fireplaces and lounges. Scope Summary The 139 room, four story Hampton Inn and Suites and the 123 room, eight story Homewood Suites are situated on a site consisting of a total of 190,000 SF, with square footage divided almost equally for each hotel. Guest amenities in each hotel include a two-story lobby, pool, fitness center and business center. The Homewood Suites also includes kitchenettes in every guestroom. DLR Group provided architecture, engineering, planning, and interior services.
Design Achievement Two new hotels in the urban setting north of downtown Omaha are together revitalizing the area while keeping the historic character of the city alive. The adjacent hotels, the Hampton Inn and Suites and the Homewood Inn and Suites, accommodate both extended-stay business travelers and families. DLR Group’s design incorporates a warehouse contemporary style to mirror the existing architecture in downtown Omaha, and features exterior materials including brick, cast stone, stucco and metal panels. The orientation of the hotels was restricted by tight site parameters, so designers took advantage of the close proximity of the buildings by creating a shared pedestrian plaza and entry area that connects the two hotels and where guests can socialize if not indoors enjoying the warm fireplaces and lounges. Scope Summary The 139 room, four story Hampton Inn and Suites and the 123 room, eight story Homewood Suites are situated on a site consisting of a total of 190,000 SF, with square footage divided almost equally for each hotel. Guest amenities in each hotel include a two-story lobby, pool, fitness center and business center. The Homewood Suites also includes kitchenettes in every guestroom.
Design Achievement: In the existing headquarters of Blue Cross Blue Shield lived a communal microwave nook that was oversized and underutilized, as employees typically use microwaves on their floor. A survey revealed that employees would appreciate a socialization space that fostered community and brought access to more diverse food and drink options: a small coffee shop. DLR Group’s design transforms the current space to a lively gathering spot. An inviting warmth and friendliness draws customers to the area by drawing on the materiality of the rest of the building, with a more modern expression. The shop’s focal point is a custom wood wall piece that was created collaboratively by DLR Group, the contractor and the millworker. Various pieces of wood join - including some pieces reclaimed from an old Nebraska barn - bringing local charm to the coffee shop. The coffee shop is staffed from seven to three, after which the honor system is in place for employee’s convenience. Care was taken to minimize disturbance in the adjacent occupied office areas during construction. Now, the disused nook is a popular meeting place; exemplifying the positive impact even a small space can have when user input is leveraged. Scope Summary: The 500 square foot coffee shop serves approximately 1,400 employees of the Blue Cross Blue Shield headquarters. Space planning was of high importance in this project, given the small space and relatively high usage. Catering space and counter size had to be taken into consideration, as well as the materials used for these components. The counters needed to be large enough to accommodate coffee and food preparation needs, and be durable and easy to clean. DLR Group provided architectural, interior design, mechanical and electrical services.
Design Achievement - The natural-looking features of Deerfield Primary School create a woodsy, lodge appearance that represents the community's beloved treed landscape. DLR Group's design starts with an elevated lobby that fills with natural light and uses materials resembling wood and slate to add warmth to the inviting entry. Natural tones and textures energize the rest of the interior and the extensive use of glass allows sunlight to reach hallways and classrooms. Classrooms are designed to be flexible and easily adaptable as a cost-effective approach for the fast-growing District. Two Kindergarten rooms also serve as the school's storm shelter and have reinforced walls, concrete roofing, and metal doors within the wall system to cover the windows. Scope Summary - The 59,000 SF school serves 450 students in grades K-3. Safety and security features include a keyless, electronic entry system for all entrances, a secured visitor entrance adjacent to the administration area to control access into the building during school hours, separated areas for bus and parent traffic, and a storm shelter purposely located within the Kindergarten wing for easy access by young students. DLR Group provided architecture, engineering, planning and interior design services.
Design Achievement Arnold Elementary School is distinctive in form, name and features. In honor of the school’s tie to aviation history, DLR Group’s design takes the shape of an airplane with a cockpit area extending between two academic wings. The new building replaces the original school built in 1959 to serve military base housing for the community, and its namesake comes from General Henry “Hap” Arnold, the five-star general who created and commanded the Air Force. Administration occupies the cockpit-shaped area of the main entrance. Academic wings flank either side, with one wing serving students in grades K-2, and the other serving students in grades 3-5. Centrally located toward the rear of the “plane” is a gymnasium, commons, public library and media center. The building’s orientation maximizes use of natural light while the onsite rain garden and nature trail encourage project –based learning; both connect the school back to the community.     Scope Summary The school is 90,000 SF on 19.4 acres and serves 750 students in grades K-5. The City of Lincoln Parks and Recreation and Public Library departments share occupancy and functional space of an additional 22,000 SF. The building includes 36 classrooms, a media center, vocal music room, band room, computer lab, a variety of special education rooms, an art room, a servery-style kitchen and a gymnasium. The geothermal heat pump, air to air energy recovery, demand control ventilation, low-e glazing, occupancy sensors & lighting control contribute to the building’s sustainability. A storm water pollution prevention plan and use of drought tolerant seed mixtures for landscaping promote efficiency as do the north/south orientated classroom windows and the clerestory windows into the lobby, hallway and gymnasium.
The Blair High School addition and remodel project includes approximately 30,550 square feet of new construction for a new gymnasium, lobby and band room. DLR Group's design includes the conversion of the existing band room to vocal music and the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system, new lighting and ceilings throughout the existing building.
The renovation of this project was a complete re-design of the interior space for the twenty-four hour centralized dispatching center of national railroads. The client wanted to create a state-of-the-art, world class facility combining the latest technology with functionality, work group efficiency, and environmental control. The design team also improved the aesthetics, and added a custom curved wood ceiling for acoustical performance. They studied sight lines to the display walls and the ergonomics involved. They also designed specified consoles for the dispatchers equipped with a 21st century telecommunications infrastructure.
The First National Bank of Omaha has a history of providing over 150 years of banking service to the Omaha community. They retained DLR Group to create a design for a new branch bank in a suburban location that would provide a high profile image on a challenging site that was below the grade of the adjoining streets. The design was thus centered on a “lighthouse” concept where the front entry serves as a landmark design element, internally illuminated at night. Basic banking functions were divided into public and private spaces with the public spaces located in up-front locations with significant areas of glass on three sides of the building. Staff oriented support spaces along with the safe deposit vault and drive-up teller canopy were located in the more solid portions of the building to reinforce the image and reality of security. Customer amenities include a small play area for children of parents conducting banking business and a hospitality area with coffee, internet access, and comfortable lounge seating. A developer provided, pedestrian friendly exterior seating area was incorporated immediately adjacent to the drive up auto teller lanes, so the design included special masonry and landscaped screen walls to provide better separation of pedestrians from auto traffic.
Although the developer guidelines encouraged a traditional exterior appearance, the interior design combined glass-walled offices and indirect lighting for a contemporary look to complement the high tech banking featured in the facility. DLR Group worked closely with IBM’s banking technology group to provide state-of-the-art interactive banking functions for customers. The lobby includes graphic images projected onto light colored wood flooring that trigger special programming to connect customers with various bank services like retirement and college savings, budgeting and trust services. The Bank again requested an enhanced “lighthouse” concept for the front entrance statement, this time with variable-colored LED lighting inside the tower element to provide seasonal and sports color accents for various seasons of the year. The facility also includes a play area for children of customers, a special work zone for small business customers to use as an “office away from the office” during the day, and a coffee bar complete with friendly barista to provide lattes, mochas, and fruit smoothies to enhance the customer’s banking experience.
This office remodel serves multiple workspace functions such as customer service, administration, employee testing, data center, human resources and on-staff pharmacists spaces. It is a tenant fit out of approximately 37,500 square feet in an existing building in the Old Mill office park for about 300 people. Working with Prime, DLR Group performed a workstation evaluation to assure a balance between employee needs and space utilization. The design solution provides highly-efficient lighting to replace the dated lighting system with a more open feel to the workspace that assists in breaking up the linear feel of the existing grid ceiling system. The new workspaces are highly efficient at 126-GSF/employee, yet still maintain a welcoming airy feel.   The project involved total renovation of previous tenant spaces, mechanical and electrical systems to meet current codes; a beehive workstation allowing the creation of additional workspace; FF&E and the addition of a new emergency power generator. Important factors included phasing of construction to facilitate the client's ability to maintain uninterrupted operations of their new call center while the remainder of the facility was completed.   Special systems electrical included: backup generator, uninterruped power supply system, self healing optical network and gigabit desktop support, network, security system CCCTV, access control system, ultra high efficiency lighting, IP phone system.
Based upon the positive feedback from staff and customers to the Elk Creek Branch, First National Bank of Omaha invited DLR Group to participate in a series of strategic planning sessions with bank executives to provide direction for the Bank’s "Branch of the Future". Concepts generated in these planning meetings were incorporated into the Bank’s next facility, the new Shadow Lakes Branch, located in a newly-developed suburban shopping center with very strict design guidelines for exterior design and materials. Design Goals Design a new vivid customer experience for FNBO; Create an environment that is more solutions-focused than product-focused; Create branch graphics that communicate solutions offered, but still fall within a communication hierarchy; Create an exterior identity system that is flexible, but has a strong statement for the FNBO brand.
Design Achievement The building's design is very unique to downtown Omaha with a modern/contemporary approach and a warm modern interior design. The first four floors of the building will have a retail, commercial/office presence. An attached parking garage with secured entrance that allows for two cars per home is included. Amenity spaces designed for the residents include a private gourmet coffee lounge, a business center with conference rooms, a movie theater, a warming kitchen and party room, a fitness facility, mail room, roof-top swimming pool, outdoor cooking area and sun deck, a climate controlled storage room for each home, and 24-hour on-sight security that includes video surveillance. Wall-to-wall windows on each floor are planned, where the best views of the Omaha skyline can be seen from every direction. Scope Summary DLR Group was selected by Townsend Development Inc. as the architect and engineer of this new 32-story mixed-use building for downtown Omaha. The building is currently planned for 282 residential units with 340,000 sellable SF.
Design Achievement - The Michael G. Morrison, S.J., Stadium provides Creighton University student-athletes and fans with one of the nation's top collegiate soccer experiences. Situated at the eastern edge of campus, the stadium splendidly captures Creighton's urban setting, as spectators enjoy views of the downtown Omaha skyline from almost every seat. DLR Group's design maximizes visual connections between the stadium, pitch, and surrounding city to create a soccer atmospher second-to-none. A steep seating configuration covered by a weather and wind protective canopy provides tremendous intimacy with the action. Scope Summary - The scope of this project encompassed the design of a new 100,000 SF collegiate soccer stadium with seating for 6,000. DLR Group's design oriented the artificial turf playing field north to south in order to mitigate both the prevailing breezes and glare. All service facilities were placed out of view to avoid interfering with the spectator experience. A continuous concourse surrounds the field. DLR Group provided planning, architecture, and engineering services.
Design Achievement – The Jackie D. Gaughan Multicultural Center supports the University of Nebraska’s goal to recruit and retain minority students. Located adjacent to the Student Union, this facility builds on a growing hub of student activities on campus. It increases student exposure to programs and services that specifically foster understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity. DLR Group’s design team developed a façade that creates visual connections between the interior and exterior while metaphorically representing the idea of fitting into a larger community yet retaining a unique identity. The building weaves the colonial design of the campus together with more contemporary ribbons of window wall instead of traditional punched windows. This glazing combined with a transparent entry encourages and welcomes students into the building. A grand spiral staircase openly unites all three levels of open spaces that encourage connection and interaction. Scope Summary – The scope of work for this project involved the new construction of a 34,313 SF, 3-story building. The rectangular structure has the brick, limestone, and vertical column colonial elements with a serpentine curtain wall. The design team solved challenges with code requirements concerning the 3-story spiral staircase by using glass to create smoke separation. DLR Group was the Architect of Record in association with Moody Nolan, Inc. as design consultant. DLR Group provided architecture; structural, mechanical and electrical engineering; interiors; project management; and contract administration for the project.
Design Achievement – Aksarben Village is a comprehensive adaptive reuse of a former horse racing track into a mixed-use destination in urban Omaha. DLR Group's design balances the distinct needs of the housing/office/retail users that comprise the development, while harmonizing their interrelationships in response to how people live and interact in urban communities. For the office buildings, the design uses narrow building footprints to maximize daylighting. Extensive open space provides maximum flexibility to tenants in how they organize their workplace environments. MEP and structural design is carefully integrated with the architecture, enabling diverse interior design strategies effecting Class A workplace environments. Interiors address the diverse needs of each tenant, while taking cost-effective advantage of the qualities of the building systems. Scope Summary – The scope of work comprised four buildings and a 650-stall parking garage located on approximately three square blocks. This included both site development and architectural design for 200,000 SF of corporate/medical office space; retail/residential services; and housing. Scope also included interiors and tenant improvements for Colliers, Olson Associates, University of Nebraska Foundation, Wohlner's Grocery, Learning Headquarters, and the 63rd & West Center office building. DLR Group provided master planning, architecture, engineering, and interior design.
Design Achievement The renovation and addition of Raymond Central Jr/Sr High School is the result of a facility needs assessment. DLR Group's design addresses program needs and allows for future enrollment growth and expansion. The new front facade connects and portrays continuity on a site that used to function with multiple disconnected classroom buildings. With the necessity of significant demolition and renovation work came the challenges of keeping a working school fully operational. DLR Group's deep experience with phasing was the key to project success. Scope Summary The remodel addition of the Raymond Central Junior Senior High School encompasses approximately 57,000 square feet of building renovation and 79,000 square feet of additional space. While the plan added square footage for program space, the school's capacity will remain at 420 students. The addition includes new administration offices, band and vocal areas, a kitchen, a commons-cafeteria area, an automotive tech area, a gym with weight room and wrestling room, and approximately 36 classrooms.
Design Achievement - As the second high school for a fast-growing suburban school district, Elkhorn South High School resulted from the creative collaboration of the community. DLR Group's design minimized grading to preserve the prairie land and incorporated the striation pattern from native limestone to design the key organizational feature of the building, a textured wall cutting from the entry through the commons, passing the central stairwell, through the media center and into the landscape. The wall serves as a separation between elective and core academic areas and supports the goal of replicating the district's tradition of academic excellence. Dramatic, angular form and use of glass make the media center a natural focal point and its view overlooks the community, connecting and reminding all of what is important. Scope Summary - This project includes design and construction totaling 232,000 SF on 60 acres to serve 1,500 high school students. Two entrances ease traffic flow while break-out classroom pods located in the two-story academic wing promote interior flexibility. The commons, with polished concrete floors, unites the academic wing with industrial technology and the arts. The building has state-of-the-art geothermal mechanical systems and the windows and skylights have Low-E insulated glass and insulated fiberglass sandwich panels. The mechanical system controls tie into the District's automation system for maintenance and monitoring temperature controls and energy efficiency. A press box, along with soccer and baseball competition fields, also occupies the site. Future expansion outlines classroom additions and an aquatics center.  DLR Group provided architecture, engineering, planning and interiors  services.
Design Narrative Due to age, Sidney High School needed to be replaced and updated with modern technology and academic programs. DLR Group’s design creates a two-story building on a land-locked site to reduce the footprint and to make space for practice fields and adequate parking. Directly adjacent to the middle school, the high school includes a covered walkway linking the two buildings and promoting shared use of the new media center, band rooms and gymnasium. Community-wide use of computer labs, the performing arts auditorium, gymnasium and weight rooms is also an important project goal that involved effective zoning.   Interior canopies, wood ceiling clouds, and an open staircase make the commons/cafeteria space the focal point of the building. A donor wall at the bottom of the staircase signifies the important relationship between the community and the school district. Scope Summary The new 105,000 SF high school serves 375 students in grades 9-12. Sustainable design strategies included a closed loop internal heat pump mechanical system, low-e glazing, occupancy sensors and lighting control, north/south orientated classroom windows, skylights in commons/cafeteria for day lighting and the re-use of existing light fixtures and exterior decorative light poles. In addition to pre-bond support and construction administration, DLR Group provided architectural, civil and structural engineering services for this project.
Design Achievement - This new mixed-use building located in Aksarben Village responds to the development's design guidelines with a welcoming, bold experience of light and transparency. DLR Group's design employs a slender building form allowing natural light to penetrate to the core through the smooth northern curtain wall and large windows to the south. Automated sunshades on the south facade ensure a gentle light throughout the day. A simple floor plate and limited columns allow for maximum flexibility on all floors. The sleek contemporary design allows ultimate flexibility in retail storefronts and  interaction with the streetscape. A clear entrance from both the street front and from within the block welcomes visitors and allows for easy wayfinding. The major civic park at Aksarben Village connects to the open space network of the region, making it accessible by foot and bicycle, reinforcing the desire to be at the forefront of the "new urbanism" movement in the mid-American region. Surface and structured parking provides ample spaces for vehicular traffic with safe separation from pedestrian paths. Scope Summary – This project scope encompassed design of a new three-story, 39,400 SF office building. Planning included the design of a narrow building footprint to maximize daylight penetration and extensive open interior space to provide maximum flexibility for tenants. The mechanical, electrical, and structural design was carefully integrated with the architecture to allow implementation of interior design strategies for Class A workplace environments. Sustainable design and construction strategies used for the building achieved LEED Gold certification. DLR Group provided architecture, interiors, and engineering services.
The South Omaha Library, a joint city/college project between the city of Omaha Public Library and Metropolitan Community College, replaces a 50 year old community library. The library’s design achieves the client’s principal goals of staff efficiency and ease of supervision. Compact in size at 23,300-SF, most public use areas are visible from the central circulation desk resulting in easier staffing. Dedicated staff areas include extensive work zones and storage. Abundant natural light from large exterior windows flood interior spaces and allow natural views. Public areas feel open and welcoming with high ceilings. Children’s areas with lower, more intimate ceiling heights and bright interiors reinforce a sense of playfulness. Artwork relocated from the former library connects the past with the future. Praised as the “little jewel” of the South Omaha community, the new library also serves as a center for neighborhood activities with: ? Public meeting rooms. ? Computer lab with 24 stations available to both Metropolitan Community College and the general public. ? Private and group study rooms. ? Teen Center (The Zone). o 1,260-SF o 8 technology stations equipped with internet and library database access o Word processing and office applications o Study seating o Sound and video presentation systems o Collections designed for young adults ? Connects to the Metropolitan Community College Learning Center with a glass bridge and the Metro Area Transit Center.
Elkhorn Public School's West Dodge Station Elementary serves as the new prototype for the district. DLR Groups design reinforces the successful educational design concept of the original prototype while strengthening the schools security and expanding its program to include an Early Childhood Center. Moving the administration to the exterior of the building and the addition of the Early Childhood Center creates a secure entry court for students and the public with sole access into the school during school hours through the administration suite. West Dodge Station employs a completely accessible "house" design that groups students by appropriate grade level (Pre-K, K-1, 2-3, and 4-5). These classrooms houses are arranged in a stair-step pattern designed to maximize natural light and views to the exterior. Adjoining grade levels are linked with three multi-purpose spaces, areas that promote a relaxed, community atmosphere and provide students with a more informal learning environment. Scope Summary The project comprises design and construction totaling 57,900 SF on 12.8 acres to serve 500 students in grades K-5. Continuing the district’s commitment to an environmental-friendly facility, the building employs numerous state-of-the-art energy conservation systems, including a geo-thermal system with heat pump closets to simplify maintenance. The centrally-located media center and computer room support individual, group, and multi-class activities. The adjoining commons and gymnasium provide large volume spaces for maximum flexibility. A folding track wall is used to separate the two spaces when activities are scheduled simultaneously. DLR Group provided architecture, mechanical engineering, programming, educational specifications, and interior design services.
Design Achievement A cool, crisp breath of fresh air blown across the face of an old building describes the new addition to Lourdes Central Catholic School.  DLR Group’s design is an appealing and cost-effective solution for a privately-funded project that significantly impacts the community. With a fresh facade, the addition unites all programs into the main building. Staff, students and guests are welcomed by a new main entry and adjacent chapel. Both are covered by a canopy loosely resembling a cross and the single round stained-glass window of the chapel serves as a focal point amidst tall thin rectangular panes. The center support for the canopy is surrounded by a circular flower bed, making it a perfect backdrop for a religious statue of great importance to the school community. Scope Summary The new 40,000 SF addition allows all necessary programs to be housed within the building to serve grades 7-12. The challenge of the site’s sloping grade gave way to a top-loading competition gymnasium.  The addition also includes a 400-seat fully functional auditorium with the music room adjacently located for practices and performances. To enhance security, a vestibule was created inside the new entry and lock-down doors were also included in the design. The old gym and locker room space are currently planned to house the kitchen and cafeteria in the future. DLR Group provided programming, architecture, fundraising support, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and construction administration services.
Design Achievement - Unprecedented growth in this suburban community along Omaha's western edge created the need for the new Valley View Middle School. DLR Group's design encourages student engagement through hands-on learning and flexible spaces. Three classroom wings feature corner pods for each grade level - six, seven and eight. These pods consist of classrooms, storm shelters, science suites, and lockers and surround a central resource area for social gathering. Operable walls between classrooms open for team teaching sessions or large group activities, encouraging social development and maturity for all students. A fourth pod containing art, media, foreign language and industrial technology completes the square. Scope Summary - The new 113,000 SF school accommodates Elkhorn's growing number of students in grades 6-8. The school includes spaces for athletic and extracurricular activities to promote a healthy body, mind and spirit. Dual, top-loading gymnasiums are divided by an operable wall that when open provides ample space for floor seating and performance space. Band and vocal music rooms are located close to the gym for easy access, as well as a wrestling and fitness area. Additional sports amenities include: a football field surrounded by an 8-lane, synthetic surface track; long jump, high jump and discus areas; 2 softball fields, one large and one small; one soccer field and a basketball court. A natural berm between the school and the fields creates seating. DLR Group provided architecture, engineering, planning and interiors services for the project.
The Scott Technology Center is a resource for industry in the Midwest. Designed as an incubator for technology-driven enterprises, the Center provides essential office space, services, and access to intellectual resources. Funded by the Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation, this 55,500 SF steel frame building contains three floors designed to serve as a catalyst for technology research, development and commercialization directly involving the University of Nebraska system while also engaging the business and medical communities at the local and regional levels.
Design Achievement Pine Creek Elementary School promotes friendliness, flexibility and safety. DLR Group’s design uses glass, skylights and colorful bulkheads to warm the space and add volume. The windowed entrance fills with daylight and display galleries greet guests with visual stories of school and student activities. Neighboring classrooms are part of the same grade family to emphasize inclusion and a sense of belonging.  A folding track wall between the gymnasium and cafeteria allows separation and creates a performance area and stage. As a measure of safety, the large kindergarten classrooms serve as an official storm shelter with reinforced walls, concrete roofing, and metal doors stored in the wall system to cover the windows.Community members like the convenient location of the staff lounge directly off of the commons and use the kitchenette as a serving area for catered events.   Scope Summary The project comprises design and construction totaling 62,500 SF on 12 acres to serve 525 students in grades K-6. Three single-story classroom wings, a 5,800 square-foot gymnasium, media center, administrative area, commons/cafeteria and full serving kitchen make up the space. The gymnasium accommodates two side-by-side basketball courts with portable seating for approximately 120 spectators. The student drop-off loop and lane holds 20 parent vehicles, and a separately located lane has room for five buses. The HVAC system is state-of-the-art with a geothermal ground loop design for energy efficiency and computerized controls to effectively manage the building. The commons/cafeteria can be separated from the gymnasium by a portable wall that can be adjusted to create a stage area for student or local productions.  DLR Group provided architecture, mechanical engineering, programming, educational specifications, and interior design services.
Design Achievement Kenwood Elementary School is one of the outcomes of an expansion and restoration plan for Kearney Public Schools. DLR Group’s design brings nationally recognized K-12 architects, engineers and planners together with the community’s educators, board members, and school facilities staff to create and maintain the learning environments of the future. The main entrance of the school presents a curved wall of graduated Kearney-blue glazed brick gracefully delivering students and visitors into the open commons/cafeteria spaces. The three academic wings extend from the centrally located media center. The gymnasium opens onto the commons area and to exterior parking making it a valuable resource for community activities as well as for student health and assembly.   Scope Summary This elementary school is 60,084 SF oriented on a 10-acre site serving 450 students in grades PK-6. The building’s design includes site and systems purposefully built to expand for a growing student body and includes a full preparation and serving kitchen. The geothermal HVAC systems and advanced classroom multi-media systems provide some of the highest efficiencies and richest educational support available. DLR Group provided architectural design, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and technology engineering services for Kearney Public Schools.
Design Achievement - For the past few years, Bennington Public School District has been the fastest growing district in the state of Nebraska. The Bennington High School Addition and Stadium Improvements project is a multi-phased project put into place by the District to accommodate their substantial growth. DLR Group’s design uses forms and materials complementary to the original building to clarify site procession and entry. Inside, the expansions and modifications increase daylight and sense of space to create environments more conducive to learning. Scope Summary - There are 5 phases of this expansion project updating the high school facilities. The first phase included a competition gym featuring a top-loading flow and daylighting, continuous walking track and two edges of the gym structure designed to accommodate additional seating, practice facilities, and fitness labs. The final phase transitioned the campus into a 9-12 grade High School for 1,100 students. DLR Group provided architecture, engineering and interiors services.
Master planning with the Kearney Public Schools District involved the construction of two new elementary schools and extensive renovation of eight elementary schools; extensive renovation of two middle schools; and a new 1,500 student high school. DLR Group’s design brings nationally recognized K-12 architects, engineers and planners together with the community’s educators, board members, and school facilities staff to create the learning environments of the future. The main entrance of the new Kenwood Elementary presents a curved wall of graduated Kearney-blue glazed brick gracefully delivering students and visitors into the open commons/ cafeteria spaces. The three academic wings extend from the centrally located media center. The gymnasium opens onto the commons area and to exterior parking making it a valuable resource for community activities as well as for student health and assembly.
This 334-bed facility is planned to accommodate the needs of Hall County for the next 25 years. It will replace an outdated, overcrowded jail attached to the downtown courthouse. The new facility will be located less than a mile east of the courthouse, on the outskirts of Grand Island.Beds are provided in multiple classifications, spanning from segregation single cells to minimum security dormitory beds. All medium security dayrooms will utilize direct supervision while minimum and maximum security dayrooms will have modified indirect supervision. A 32-bed work release component is also included.
DLR Group’s design incorporated Marriott standards along with embracing new design elements into the spaces, creating an unique renewed hotel for the Marriott Hotel brand. Phase I renovated all meeting spaces. The Ball Room now incorporates custom designed light fixtures along with an updated color palette which carries through the Pre-Function space and Meeting Rooms. Phase II renovated the outdated corridors, guest rooms and suites. The fresh, new color palette brightens the corridors along with incorporating local artist work within the elevator lobby. The Gift Shop was replaced with the new “Pantry” design and relocated to a more convenient location for staff and visitors. All shelving and lighting was custom designed to display merchandise for guests. There was extraordinary attention to detail on the interior design and furniture selection, including all furniture specifications, documents and procurement coordination. The lobby space renovation is expected in Phase III. The Omaha Marriott Regency location is the only full-service Marriott in Omaha. Renovation work included: 300 Guest Rooms and Guest Bath Rooms, Corridors and Elevator Lobby spaces along with 4 suites, Ball Room and Meeting Spaces along with Pre-Function space and the Concierge Lounge. DLR Group provided architectural, engineering, interior design, and FF&E services.
Design Narrative Located on a hilltop, the auditorium and commons addition at Bennington Jr/Sr High School is highly visible. DLR Group's design stands out as a beacon to the community that this comprehensive high school has a performing arts program. The addition completes the core facility needs for the school and enhances student traffic flow. Effective zoning gives the District the ability to simultaneously host performing arts and athletic events. A balcony porch and an enclosed outdoor courtyard are two collaborative areas created by the new addition giving students the benefits of indoor-outdoor connections. The balcony porch overlooks the arrival of performing arts patrons and serves as a social commons and patron lobby during performances. The furnished courtyard serves as an outdoor gathering space and as a natural path for students to take to their next class.   Scope Summary The intimate, 650-seat auditorium has a proscenium stage that is 2,450 SF with a 320 SF Orchestra Pit. The house incorporates two side balconies that serve lighting and video as well as function as a “Romeo and Juliet” balcony for performers. The exterior precast wall panels supported speed of construction of the economical two-story addition. The interior terrazzo floors and metallic paint create a rich environment enhanced by excellent sightlines, acoustics, and aesthetics used to inspire and relax the audience. The design incorporates energy saving measures by minimizing exterior pavement and incorporating natural light with windows and skylights. The enclosed courtyard provides daylight into the new commons space and serves as a secure outdoor space for students to socialize, work on projects, collaborate, dine and travel to class.
Design Achievement - With a truly one-of-a-kind setting for collegiate athletics, the Oak Bowl has been home to Peru State College football for more than a century. DLR Group’s design preserves the natural bowl and most of the surrounding oak trees while creating the premier outdoor venue in the region. A source of pride for the football program, the college, and the entire Peru community, the thoroughly-renovated Oak Bowl design allows the college to be competitive both on the field and with student recruitment. The lighted turf field will be used for college football, intramurals, and a variety of academic and co-curricular events like band competitions, camps, and high school football playoffs. Scope Summary Eliminating functional limitations and safety concerns of the existing stadium, the fully-renovated stadium features a new concourse and entry plaza, rest rooms, ticketing, concessions, indoor/outdoor hospitality suites and press box facilities. The stadium includes top-loading seating for 2,000, a soccer-width field, open concourse, first aid room, family rest room, and upgraded seating. The press box is designed to maximize cross-ventilation, with operable windows and siting favorable to prevailing winds, eliminating the need for air conditioning. All buildings also are designed to allow for winterization to save on heating costs.
Breslow Ice Center - Lincoln, Nebraska DLR Group has been selected to design the Breslow Ice Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. Named for a former Lincoln business leader whose generous donation will allow for its construction, the center’s location near the historic Haymarket District will enhance the already-vibrant area of shops, restaurants, and living spaces by drawing additional people to the area.  It is also envisioned to coordinate with and enhance the Arena/Hotel/Convention Center complex contemplated for the area. As currently envisioned, the Breslow Ice Center will consist of one NHL-sized rink with seating for 1000, one NHL-sized rink with seating for 125, two large locker facilities for use by the University of Nebraska club hockey teams, eight large locker facilities for use by various users, an officials’ locker room, a well-stocked pro shop, a skate rental and sharpening facility, concessions area, meeting rooms, a video game area, and plenty of public space with views of the two rinks. A shaded outdoor rink is also envisioned as part of the project, though its location may not be attached to the main facility. The Breslow Ice Center will allow the University of Nebraska’s Men’s and Women’s Club Hockey teams to finally have a “home” facility near campus, while also providing additional ice for use by the City’s many youth teams, the University’s recreational users, and community members at large. The facility is envisioned to host youth tournaments throughout the season, thereby providing a boost to the Haymarket area’s many restaurants and shops.   Updated text 2/6/13 by John Badami Breslow Ice Center:   The proposed project will be a 53,000 gross square foot ice arena located near Haymarket Park Baseball Stadium on the west side of downtown Lincoln.  The building will feature a single National Hockey League sized sheet of ice for ice related sport clubs, including men’s and women’s hockey, curling and broomball, as well as intramural sports leagues and activities and public recreational ice skating.  The rink area will include seating for 700 spectators.   The project is currently in schematic design.
The centerpiece of a $340-million development located adjacent to Lincoln's famed historic Haymarket District, Pinnacle Bank Arena provides the city—and the entire state of Nebraska — with a top-quality multipurpose venue that provides patrons with an amazing fan experience. DLR Group's design for the facility takes full advantage of its site by featuring a multi-story glass-fronted lobby that not only gives passers-by a peek at the activity taking place inside on all levels of the building, but also allows patrons inside the facility to look out to the new development, the Haymarket, downtown Lincoln and Nebraska's famed state capitol beyond. Designed around the ability to host University of Nebraska men's and women's basketball games in the most intense atmosphere possible, the venue also easily accommodates concerts, ice events, high school state tournaments and nearly every other event-type imaginable. The event level features dedicated locker suites for the University's teams, numerous additional locker facilities, event staging, storage, and a dedicated student entry for Husker basketball games. In addition to general patron seating, the lower seating bowl features 900 club seats and a dedicated club lounge located immediately behind them on the main concourse. Thirty-six twelve-person suites and twenty four-person loge boxes, along with generous lounge space and other amenities such as a custom pizza oven, are featured on the premium level. The upper deck features a unique ‘split-deck' design that allows upper concourse patrons a view to the event floor below. This feature also allows the seats located in the top seating bowl to pull closer to the action, helping to create an intimidating wall of fans surrounding the event taking place below.
Design Achievement DLR Group began assisting the city of Lincoln in late-2004 in its quest to design and construct a new civic arena. By engaging with a series of Mayor Task Forces and other stakeholder groups, DLR Group was able tohelp build interest and momentum for the project amongst the local citizens. Designed to host the University ofNebraska’s men’s and women’s basketball games, various state high school championships, concerts and other events, the facility is intended to provide the city of Lincoln—and entire state of Nebraska—with a top-qualityvenue that can become a focal point for the region. Situated adjacent to the city’s historic Haymarket District, the arena is the centerpiece of a new $340 million development that will enhance the amenities already found in the District and downtown Lincoln. Scope Summary DLR Group provided site planning, conceptual design concepts and budgeting figures for the city of Lincoln as they prepared for a community vote to approve this new downtown arena project. With DLR Group’s assistance, the citizens voted to approve the project in May 2010. DLR Group is currently the Architect of Record, coordinating a large project team that includes several Lincoln architecture and engineering firms. Building Type: Arena Construction Type: New Facility Highlights: -16,000 seats with opportunity for expansion to 18,000 seats - 36 suites, with opportunity for expansion to 48 - 900 club seats with club lounge - Seating bowl designed to create most intimate setting for basketball events.
Design Achievement: When the City of Omaha decided to build a new downtown baseball stadium to host the College World Series (CWS), it decided to demolish Rosenblatt Stadium, the former home of the CWS and the Omaha Storm Chasers, the Kansas City Royal's AAA team. DLR Group's design for the new facility fulfills the Storm Chasers' and Sarpy County's goals to create a more intimate environment near the core suburban fan base of young families. As part of a planned mixed-use development, the ballpark anchors a mixture of hospitality, retail, office, residential, and recreational uses within an atmosphere that provides an unparalleled fan experience. Scope Summary: Werner Park features 6,434 fixed seats. Berm seating wraps around the outfield and additional standing room and specialty areas scattered throughout the ballpark brings the total capacity to 9,000. These spaces include picnic areas for groups from 20 to 2,000, party decks, a family fun zone with a carousel and jungle gym, and a Wiffle Ball diamond replica tribute of the old Rosenblatt Stadium. Fourteen suites and a VIP club are located on the club level. A Home Run Porch in left field hosts 320 general admission bleacher seats. DLR Group assisted in site selection, and provided planning, architecture, engineering, and interiors services.
Design Achievement Westside Community Schools desired to enhance their high school and middle school performing arts facilities by addressing space deficiencies at the high school auditorium and music facilities and enhancing the middle school program with a new auditorium and vocal music facilities. The District now has more versatility in their performing arts venues with a traditional, full-fly theater/auditorium at the high school and a concert hall environment used mainly for vocal and instrumental programs as well as show choir at the middle school. DLR Group’s design at the high school features an exterior brick mural that expands the school’s gallery to the exterior of the building. The mural was designed by students from the art department through a student competition. The middle school auditorium footprint minimizes the encroachment into existing green space used for physical education. The geometry of the auditorium gracefully provides volume and sightlines for a good sound and intimate feel. The auditorium roof profile is shell shaped hinting to the interior form of the space. The main entry for the auditorium and gym spaces is flooded with natural light and easily identifiable to the community. Scope Summary The high school was master planned for a 12,100 SF addition/renovation. Phase one included the 3,100 SF addition and the 5,100 SF renovation to the auditorium. The addition provides rehearsal space for music, a vocal music classroom and storage. Back of stage gained stage right to stage left access. The renovation included 100 additional auditorium seats, music rehearsal space and storage. The mechanical controls were updated from pneumatic to DDC. Air flow problems were addressed in the auditorium by incorporating high supply and low return. The 27,000 SF Middle School addition included an 800 seat auditorium, music suite, activity entrance lobby, and support space. Great sight lines were accomplished by the auditorium seating stepping down with the slope of the land and wrapping 300 degrees around the stage. Sight lines do not exceed 70’ to the center of the performance area and the number of seats between aisles does not exceed 20. DLR Group provided planning, programming, architecture, interiors, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and civil engineering, landscape architecture and construction administration services.
Design Achievement - This new mixed-use building located in Aksarben Village responds to the development's design guidelines with a welcoming, bold experience of light and transparency. DLR Group's design employs a slender building form allowing natural light to penetrate to the core through the smooth northern curtain wall and large windows to the south. Automated sunshades on the south facade ensure a gentle light throughout the day. A simple floor plate and limited columns allow for maximum flexibility on all floors. The sleek contemporary design allows ultimate flexibility in retail storefronts and  interaction with the streetscape. A clear entrance from both the street front and from within the block welcomes visitors and allows for easy wayfinding. The major civic park at Aksarben Village connects to the open space network of the region, making it accessible by foot and bicycle, reinforcing the desire to be at the forefront of the "new urbanism" movement in the mid-American region. Surface and structured parking provides ample spaces for vehicular traffic with safe separation from pedestrian paths. Scope Summary – This project scope encompassed design of a new three-story, 39,400 SF office building. Planning included the design of a narrow building footprint to maximize daylight penetration and extensive open interior space to provide maximum flexibility for tenants. The mechanical, electrical, and structural design was carefully integrated with the architecture to allow implementation of interior design strategies for Class A workplace environments. Sustainable design and construction strategies used for the building achieved LEED Gold certification. DLR Group provided architecture, interiors, and engineering services.
DLR Group more recently completed the Alex Gordon Training Complex, a stand-alone 22,000 SF practice and storage facility that incorporates extensive landscaping and signage to introduce a highly visible “front door” for the entire Haymarket Park complex. The building includes a 150’ x 120’ open practice space, as well as 5,000+ SF of storage for both University teams. The practice facility features six 15’-high retractable batting cages (three 70’ long and three 60’ long), as well as a 35’ x 30’ “angle pitch” cage. The entire facility is covered with synthetic turf in order to accommodate live hitting and/or infield practice when the batting cages are not in use. A full-glass elevated entry lobby provides a unique vantage point for spectators to watch the action from above. The entire facility is fully heated and cooled for comfortable year-round use.
Design Achievement - The high school's final phase of remodeling and new additions erases all semblance of the original middle school design and allows Gretna High School to have a true identity and a fresh image. DLR Group's entry design features a light monitor that emulates the head of a dragon, the beloved school mascot. Its clerestory windows wash the front entry with natural light and an undulating curved hallway, referred to as "dragon back hallway", creates nooks of socialization for the students inside and outside of the building. This wide circulation corridor gives additional routes through the building and creates the "story hall". Similar to the athletic and drama hallway displays, the "story hall" will exhibit the historical and current achievements of Gretna School District and reinforces the importance of connecting the school back to its community. The two-story learning environment creates grade-level communities, which also alleviates congestion and creates fluid circulation. The addition overlooks an enclosed courtyard with a 3D sculpture garden, a culinary garden for family/consumer science use, and raised plant beds for plant life observation. The outdoor area also serves as a gathering place for studying, reading, presentations, and has direct access to the library and the wireless internet. Scope Summary - The 80,000 SF addition and 24,000 SF of remodeling made it possible for the district to accommodate 1,200 students in grades 9-12 with flexibility for expansion. The two-story academic wing, designated instrumental music area, an industrial technology wing, a 750-seat auditorium, 2,000-seat competition gymnasium, wrestling room, and weight/fitness room were included in the design. Locating the event entry corridor with accessibility from the east and west sides of the building provided convenient access to the gymnasium area. The football stadium was designed to include a track and home seating for 1500 and visitor seating for 500. The field has natural grass turf with underground irrigation and lighting. DLR Group provided architecture, civil, structural, and electrical/special systems engineering services for this project. Brand Development (2021; this scope was put under a project number for the new Gretna East High School so in order to get it under the correct project name it has been placed here; please contact Adam Wells with questions) Design Achievement Established in 1964 and located directly west of the City of Omaha, Gretna High School determined that it was time for brand refresh. After years of using a variety of different logo marks to identify the school brand (Dragons), DLR Group was hired to develop logo marks that were unique to any other school in the nation. The result is the creation of a new dragon logo, including alternate versions, and a new "G" that replaces the borrowed Green Bay Packers mark. These brand elements can be trademarked by Gretna High School and the school will be able to fundraise and sell merchandise without having to worry about copyright infringments. This update creates a new look that students, faculty, alumni and the community will be able to get excited about going forward. Go Dragons! Scope Summary The deliverable for this effort is both a brand guide that the school can use as their direction when implementing the brand and an experiential graphics package that implements the brand in high volume spaces within the facility. The brand guide includes direction on typography, color, identity mark usage. The guide also includes as series of badges that can be implemented if so desired and also demonstrates how business materials, uniforms and merchandise can be designed using the new Dragon brand. DLR Group provided brand development and experiential graphic design services.
Design Achievement - Originally built in the 1920's as a service garage, this building has taken on four different uses over the years, ultimately becoming office space for the State of Nebraska Transportation Services Bureau. Having taken on a major façade renovation in the 1950's, the building was left in a dire position that had no relationship to its history or the neighboring context. DLR Group’s design offers a new façade scheme that repositions the asset and generates a new life-cycle for the building. The team researched the original historic design and coupled it with a modern approach for the office use. The resulting design culminates in a total renovation of the exterior façade that revives the original aesthetic of the building and reactivates a prominent corner in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska. The project was well received and ultimately DLR Group was recognized by The Preservation Association of Lincoln for a Commercial / Institutional Rehabilitation Award. Scope Summary - The three-story, 62,000 SF Transportation Services Building located at the corner of 14th and M Streets in downtown Lincoln was originally built in the 1920's. The design team researched the original façade and provided the owner with several design iterations and cost estimates for consideration. The existing façade materials were removed and the building was restored to its original materials which included existing brick restoration and tuck pointing and design of cast stone to replicate the original limestone design details, new insulated storefront glass and a new canopy. DLR Group provided building assessment, program verification, architecture, structural engineering and construction administration services.
Design Achievement - Students, staff and visitors of West Bay Elementary enjoy the long, beautifully landscaped entrance to the new PK-5 school. DLR Group's design maximizes natural light and exterior views using a stair-step pattern which also groups students by grade level. Improvements to this proven prototype include a separate and reconfigured entrance for pre-school students progressing from a large activity space to the classrooms. Each of the three rooms also has a restroom for convenience and space utilization. The upper grade levels are adjoined with multi-purpose spaces that promote a relaxed, engaging atmosphere and provide informal learning environments. Instructors enjoy the new designated workspace outside each classroom for individual lessons and group work. These useful spaces were created by reconfiguring the restrooms and displays DLR Group efforts of continuous improvement to meet clients' needs. Scope Summary - The project comprises design and construction totaling 59,825 SF on 13.8 acres to serve 500 students in grades PK-5. Continuing the district's commitment to an environmental-friendly facility, the building employs numerous state-of-the-art energy conservation systems, including a geo-thermal system. The centrally-located media center and computer room support individual, group, and multi-class activities. The adjoining commons and gymnasium provide large volume spaces for maximum flexibility. A folding track wall is used to separate the two spaces when activities are scheduled simultaneously. DLR Group provided architecture, civil engineering, structural, mechanical and electrical engineering, programming, educational specifications, and interior design services.
The state of Nebraska hired DLR Group to provide design, bidding and construction administration services to re –roof an existing 14,500 square foot building.  The project consisted of complete tear off of a ballasted membrane roofing system and replacement with a EPDM rubber membrane.  The project aso entailed soffit repair, wrapping of the existing fascia and removing existing skylights and framing them in.
Design Achievement - The use of brick, red metal paneling, and sun shades on the new Sagewood Elementary School relates the architectural features of the new middle school across the street. DLR Group's design draws the district schools together with the colors of their designated high school. Following the proven prototype, Sagewood uses the "house" design that groups students by grade level with adjoining multi-purpose activity spaces that encourage informal learning. Instructors enjoy the new designated workspace outside each classroom for individual lessons and group work. These useful spaces were created by reconfiguring the restrooms and displays DLR Group efforts of continuous improvement to meet clients' needs. Scope Summary - The project comprises design and construction totaling 57,195 SF on 15.5 acres to serve 450 students in grades K-5. Continuing the district's commitment to an environmental-friendly facility, the building employs numerous state-of-the-art energy conservation systems, including a geo-thermal system. The centrally-located media center and computer room support individual, group, and multi-class activities. The adjoining commons and gymnasium provide large volume spaces for maximum flexibility. A folding track wall is used to separate the two spaces when activities are scheduled simultaneously. DLR Group provided architecture, civil engineering, structural, mechanical and electrical engineering, programming, educational specifications, and interior design services.
Design Achievement - Unprecedented growth in this suburban community created the need for the new Grand View Middle School. On a hill in the northeast corner of Elkhorn, the location offers commanding views of the beautiful rural landscape. DLR Group's design encourages student engagement through hands-on learning and flexible spaces. Three classroom wings feature corner pods for each grade level - six, seven and eight. These pods consist of classrooms, science suites, and lockers and surround a central resource area for social gathering. Operable walls between classrooms open for team teaching sessions or large group activities, encouraging social development and maturity for all students. A fourth pod containing art, media, foreign language and industrial technology completes the square. The school is complete with storm shelters located on both levels of the building. Scope Summary - The new 110,000 SF school accommodates Elkhorn's growing number of students in grades 6-8. The school includes spaces for athletic and extracurricular activities to promote a healthy body, mind and spirit. A top-loading gymnasium is divided by an operable wall that when open provides ample space for floor seating and performance space. Band and vocal music rooms are located close to the gym for easy access, as well as a wrestling and fitness area. Additional sports amenities include: a football field surrounded by an 8-lane, synthetic surface track; long jump, high jump and discus areas; softball field; soccer field and a basketball court. DLR Group provided architecture, engineering, planning and interiors services for the project.
Design Achievement An All Star team of DLR Group, Populous, and HDR designed the new Charles Schwab Field Omaha (formally TD Ameritrade Park Omaha), the new home for the College World Series. Omaha has hosted the College World Series since 1950. The new downtown stadium continues Omaha’s college baseball tradition by hosting the event through at least 2030. Omaha-based HDR, Inc. served as architect and engineer of record, with Populous as design architect and DLR Group as associate architect. “Great teams make it to Omaha and this is a great design team,” said Greg Garlock, DLR Group Sports Designer. “Our vision was a stadium design creating memorable experiences for generations of players and fans while embracing the traditions of the College World Series and what it means for Omaha.” Scope Summary The heralded College World Series has found a new home with the newly constructed Charles Schwab Field (formally TD Ameritrade Park). 24,000 seats accommodate fans while 28 luxury seats along with 26 suites housing 1,000 club seats give the college world series goers a new perspective on the game. A new open, 360-degree, walk around concourse was added to the design, allows to exit and enter from multiple directions. A five-team clubhouse was implemented to shelter multiple teams during the College World Series as well as practice facilities where each team can prepare for upcoming games and events. The designs also inserted administrative offices that house CWS executives as well as team personnel. A team store was also inserted into the facility so fans could purchase their favored memorabilia.
Design Achievement - Completed in 1980, Elkhorn High School's entry and commons were beginning to show  their age over 30 years of use. DLR Group's design for this remodel incorporates new finishes and fixtures in the cafeteria that better reflect the school's progressive mission, as well as offer enhanced levels of security with updated administrative offices. The new lighting and branding strategy creates a bright and modern environment using ‘red ribbon' – a playful and energetic stripe of Elkhorn's school color – to guide students, parents and visitors through the commons and into the gymnasium. Sound absorbing panels hung throughout the commons manage noise and serve as display boards for teams and organizations. The use of a frosted glass screen system with District graphics reveals the client's participation in DLR Group's collaborative design process. Scope Summary - The scope of this project includes a remodel of an existing commons space and administrative offices, totaling over 10,000 SF. The new visitor check-in vestibule allows school administration to have greater control over who is admitted to the building, further reflecting Elkhorn's desire to provide a secure learning environment. Interior materials included paint and high performance coatings, sound-absorbing ceiling-hung panels, acoustical ceiling tiles, gypsum wall board interior walls, a screen system with graphics, and new light fixtures. The ‘red ribbon' placed along the ceiling and wall pane provided an efficient and low-cost model for wayfinding. DLR Group provided architecture, engineering and interior design services.
Design Narrative Improvements to the Louisville Public School’s 1950-era building address curriculum support space, building repairs, site access and athletic field and track improvements. DLR Group’s design meets the district’s and patrons’ goals to provide a safe environment and maximize use. Band and vocal rooms and a multi-purpose wrestling room, weight room, and press box make up the new addition. A new football field and seating, as well as a competition track are part of the site improvements. Addressing energy efficiency, code compliance and preventative maintenance issues were keys to resolving safety concerns.  DLR Group also prepared the building for future technological advancements and equipment. Scope Summary The 17,000 SF addition includes a band/vocal room and practices rooms. The athletic portion includes a wrestling room, weight room, and press box. The new football field has field lighting and bleacher seating for 1,000 fans. Surrounding the field is an 8-lane asphalt competition track and includes areas for all field events. DLR Group provided architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical engineering, and interior design.
* Please check if this is a good reference before use** Design Narrative The renovation and remodeling of a significant portion of the existing York High School building also includes additions of a new athletic entrance/lobby and practice gymnasium. DLR Group’s design unites and connects all athletic facilities with the newly defined entry and creates an innovative media center. Administration is relocated to the front of the building next to the main entrance giving clear view to those approaching the building and within the security vestibule. The media center is a focal point with large display cases on either side of the entry. The dynamic space includes a bookstore-like space with an iPad station, television, lounge furniture and a café bar. Interesting floor patterns, school colors, unique bulkheads and memorabilia displays in the new athletic lobby call attention from spectators and athletes entering the gymnasium, wrestling, fitness, and tennis facilities.  Scope Summary York High School serves 700 students in grades 9-12. The recent renovation and addition involves 50,000 SF and connects the free-standing Athletic Activity Center to the original facility. The mechanical systems upgrade to a geothermal heat pump and the additions of occupancy sensors and skylights are part of the energy-efficient improvement strategies. DLR Group provided architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical engineering, and interior design.
Design Achievement - Omaha's old market district offered Hyatt Hotels an urban fabric with one of the liveliest areas of downtown but they needed DLR Group designers to adapt the successful suburban prototype of their Hyatt Place brand and integrate it into the City's urban aesthetic and site. DLR Group has creatively delivered a hotel design on a tight budget through the use of a unique design and construction methodology. Designers took a 4-story suburban prototype and customized its footprint to provide an 10-story, 160 room hotel with an attached parking structure. A mixture of brick, stucco, glass, and metal panels were selected for their cost effectiveness and appeal to enhance the old market district, and a unique, hybrid structural design with post-tensioned cast-in-place podium with an engineered metal stud guestroom tower above was chosen for its cost and feasibility. DLR Group’s design is notable since it is the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Nebraska. Scope Summary - This new 160 room, 10-story, Hyatt Place in downtown Omaha includes an on-site parking structure for 168 cars. The 98,074 SF select service hotel features amenities inspired by the brand's multi-tasking 24/7 guest's lifestyle. Spacious guestrooms with an ergonomic work center integrate state of the art technology. A fitness center, coffee and wine bar, Grab-N-Go case, and guest kitchen are provided in the design. DLR Group provided architecture and civil engineering services.
Design Achievement: Growth in the northwest corner of the Omaha Public School District created a need for the new Alfonza W. Davis Middle School. DLR Group's design embraces the sloped site and creates a three-story school that shares connections to the outdoors from each level. The three-story design minimizes the building envelope and the north/south window orientation of the classrooms maximizes daylighting. From the first floor students can access an outdoor plaza that also serves as a staging area for concerts or performances. The second floor opens to a courtyard where students can socialize and enjoy the outdoors. The third floor has access to a green roof deck, giving students the ability to research and study environmental benefits of a green roof. Scope Summary: The new 183,000 SF middle school serves 1,000 students in grades 6-8. Security is a priority and functions naturally in the design. The site allows different points of entry to manage the flow of students and to increase the safety and security of the overall site. The bus passengers enter the lower level on the north side while other students enter the first level on the south side. The building is certified LEED Silver, with accomplishments including optimization of energy performance, recycling, efficient use of water and environmental awareness, as well as an outdoor classroom, green roofs, rain gardens and storm water quality basins. DLR Group provided planning, architecture, interiors, engineering and building optimization services.
This project was a renovation/remodel of the Gothenburg K-12 School building’s kitchen and cafeteria commons.  Food service scope includes new kitchen with multiple serving lines for increased food choice variety, new food service equipment, dishwashing, storage and office spaces.  Expanded cafeteria space includes renovated restrooms, expanded concessions stand new finishes including improved acoustics in previously “hard” space.  Auxiliary scope includes expanded cardio/training area in weight room and renovated referee locker/changing area.
Design Narrative – Heritage Elementary School incorporates notable features that contribute to a successful learning environment for all students. DLR Group's design creates an open, comfortable and inviting setting with multiple colors and textures to energize the spaces. Delivering natural light into classrooms, main gathering spaces, and hallways produces a bright environment with connection to the outdoors. Safety and security features include the separation of the bus and parent drop off traffic on either side of the building. The building also has a secured visitor entrance adjacent to the administration area to control access into the building during school hours, and a keyless, electronic entry system is used on all entrances. A storm shelter is located near the middle of the classroom wing to provide a safe place for the children during severe weather.  Scope Summary – This scope of this project encompassed a 67,200 SF building to serve 525 students in grades K-6. The building is a three-section elementary school with multiple-use areas throughout the building, flexible classroom layouts, and a shared commons and gym space. DLR Group provided integrated planning; architecture; structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering; and interior design.
The Owner of an existing strip mall space contacted DLR to work with the General Services Administration in the design of the retrofit for a new Immigration Customs Enforcement Center.  DLR Group was given the program from the GSA and asked  to meet all the program requirements needed to facilitate the new use in the existing building.  The total square footage of the existing building was 22,750 SF to include secure parking, administrative and general office areas, sally port, processing area, holding cells, evidence storage, armory, detention control and weapons cleaning area.  The building is also required to meet LEED silver. A geothermal system was also designed to be used to efficiently heat and cool the building.  The building is expected to be complete in the summer of 2014.
Wipro is an international leader in business intelligence, software development and R&D engineering services worldwide. Championing client success through technology services and, "Applied thought", Wipro (then Infocrossing) came to DLR Group for the assessment and benchmarking of 6 major national Data Centers. From the east coast to the west, DLR Group worked alongside Wipro facilities and business managers to help establish benchmarks, budgets and upgrade plans nationwide. Omaha, NE – Assessment followed by redesign and upgrades to an existing 125,000 square foot Tier III Data Center including space planning, electrical and complete cooling Plant replacement to insure maximum efficiency and expendability of the Data Center Operation. PUE improvements from 2.1 to 1.4 (projected) Data Center Assessments - Capacity and reliability assessments of 3 existing Data Centers - Brea, CA; Norcross, GA; Leonia, NJ. Provide capacity and expandability guidance as well as assess each facilities strengths and weaknesses. Tempe Data Center - South Processor room redesigns and Upgrades to existing electrical and cooling systems to accommodate a 300,000 watt server expansion. Open-ended Consulting Agreement. Norcross, GA - Data Center, electrical service upgrades to existing Electrical Service. Tempe Data Center - Master Plan, Develop concepts for a total of up to 9MW’s of additional power to the facility for future server expansion Infocrossing Tempe Service - expansion of existing Data Center to include 2.5 megawatts of additional client capacity Brea, CA Assessment - Design guidance to maintain business continuity - Always on line - maximize existing capacity; recommendations for improvements and repairs to the existing systems. New Jersey Data Center Assessment - same as above Norcross, GA Data Center Assessment - same as above Undisclosed Location- Complete assesment of 55,000 SF data center, including risk assessments, upgrade plans, budgets and master planning Review of new center space assessments Tier III - three locations Tier II - two locations Multiple Data Centers Assessments of six national data centers Multiple Power and Cooling upgrades nation-wide
Design Achievement - The Nebraska Athletic Performance Lab (NAPL) is a world-leading research and educational facility focusing on the performance enhancement, safety, and long-term well-being of athletes. DLR Group’s design creates a cutting-edge laboratory where athletics, academics, and private sector research come together to capture a scientific view of each sport. In addition to exercise and nutritional interventions, athletes’ movements are studied precisely and measured against their performance on the field. Along with protecting and improving the health and welfare of players, staff assess regular-season and post-season levels of fitness and physical thresholds through sophisticated bio-markers and instant electronic feedback. Scope Summary - The two-level, 25,387 SF Nebraska Athletic Performance Lab is located within the east side of Memorial Stadium. The lower level houses the Dynamic Space, where athletes are observed in their regular performance environment including synthetic field turf, rubberized and hardwood flooring. Also included is a batting cage, a golf training area, a basketball/volleyball court, cardiovascular zone, running lane, locker rooms, and storage areas. The Collaborative Space, on the upper level, contains flexible lab and work areas that provide an environment for researchers, athletic trainers, coaches, clinicians, and industry partners to gather. These spaces include research and testing facilities, a biomarker laboratory, bone density scanner, and ultrasound. .
Deign Achievement DLR Group partnered with Elkhorn Public Schools on a facility master plan to manage the rapid growth of the Elkhorn community over the past number of years. The district needed a space for teacher training as well as a base for administration staff. DLR Group led efforts for the renovation of a 1940s-era building that incorporated the storied history of Elkhorn while also meeting the current needs of the district. The design revamped the main entrance to make it easily identifiable to visitors and the community. After removing the concrete-base bleachers of the former gymnatorium, a second level was added to include space for district offices. The gym proper transformed into the flexible main training center area, featuring two skyfold walls that allow three separate classrooms for various uses. The retractable skyfold walls, when opened, produce a large banquet hall for conferences and special events. The design also includes new restrooms, a kitchen area, and LED lighting. The dividing wall between the training area and the restrooms showcases the history of Elkhorn, tying the old with the new; a remembrance of the past as the district looks toward the future. Scope Summary The 15,000-SF facility was stripped to its core and renovated to support Elkhorn Public Schools and the community. DLR Group identified and understood the challenges of a growing district and worked closely with the district to provide a conservative yet forward-thinking solution. The main flexible space has the ability to be sectioned off into three separate classrooms to support various needs. DLR Group provided planning, architecture, engineering, and interiors services.
Design Achievement: The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation commissioned DLR Group to program and design a new, 21st Century Early Childhood Education Center to expand early learning opportunities for the community. Intended to serve children from birth to five years of age, DLR Group’s design helps prepare these young students for future education within the District while also accommodating their unique learning needs. Among the Foundation’s goals for the school was the desire to become accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This objective, in conjunction with the educational expertise of DLR Group designers, helps ensure the Center’s spaces are safe, well prepared, and intentional about ensuring the success of the children it serves. Every design element incorporated by DLR Group responds to the learning scale of the building’s young users: classrooms allow for fluid movement and flexibility, and encourage learning through play. The overall space is designed to make its young users feel comfortable by reducing the scale of a larger building into smaller, more inviting areas.  Scope Summary: The scope of this project encompassed programming and schematic design for a new 20,600 SF early education center 128 of students from birth through five years old. A child-friendly scale was influenced through the use of windows designed from the viewpoint of the children rather than the adults, giving the young students their own, personalized architectural elements. DLR Group designers played with color to tie in the Foundation’s branding and enhance the idea of fun and play. In keeping with the Foundation’s goal for NAEYC certification, the outdoor play area was designed to be considerably larger than what would be required by the city, allowing the children to explore and learn in a uniquely-customized space. DLR Group provided educational programming and schematic design services.
Design Achievement: Home to the five-time national football champions, Memorial Stadium underwent major renovations prior to the 1999 season. DLR Group and Sinclair Hille & Associates were chosen based on innovative design ideas and a unique cost saving approach to construction management. Phased construction occurred over two football seasons without disruption to fans, players university personnel. Designers preserved the historic building by enclosing the west façade in the concourse area and repeating many of the original design motifs in a contemporary way.  Scope Summary Building Type: Football Stadium Construction Type: Renovation/Addition Facility Highlights:    - New press box    - 40 Skybox suites    - Broadcast media facility    - East and west concourse additions    - Permanent field lighting
On the 4th attempt the Ogallala community was successful in passing a $15,000,000 bond issue. The design team is in design development phase creating a 94,000 SF expansion serving 700 students in grades Pre-school – 8th grade and serving the community with a new competition gym activity center.
Design Achievement – After more than a dozen years in operation, the club lounge and food service areas at the CenturyLink Center were in need of a facelift. Working with project teammate Alley Poyner Macchietto, DLR Group’s design revitalizes these areas and encourages arena guests to explore new, modernized concession options and enjoy an upgraded club lounge experience. The design for the Lexus Club provides guests with several areas to gather and interact. Repositioning of the primary bar makes it a focal point as guests enter the lounge, and new pivoting walls create an enticing entrance. A theatrical truss supports over-sized pendant lights, while color changing acrylic panels frame TVs to create a modern aesthetic. The addition of a second bar provides improved service and creates a separate space for guests to gather and socialize. Warm reclaimed walnut, black polished concrete and orange-red watercolor carpet create a rich and energizing atmosphere for patrons to socialize during events, with large illuminated letters and graphics clearly showcasing the circulation areas of the facility. Scope Summary – The scope of work for this project included removal and reconfiguration of concession stand ceilings, plumbing and electrical renovations and signage. The development and implementation of new food service brands in conjunction with a new menu complemented the physical concession space improvements. Concession stands were increased in size to an average of 540 SF each and their fronts were refaced with new lit signage, ceramic tile and wood ceiling grilles. Construction on the 7,500 SF Lexus Club required extensive scheduling. Spatial, mechanical and electrical components were reconfigured, and every surface within the space was replaced. Redesigning the kitchen allowed for additional food service equipment and the addition of a private service entrance. DLR Group provided architecture, interiors and environmental graphics services.
Design Achievement: In the existing headquarters of Blue Cross Blue Shield lived a communal microwave nook that was oversized and underutilized, as employees typically use microwaves on their floor. A survey revealed that employees would appreciate a socialization space that fostered community and brought access to more diverse food and drink options: a small coffee shop. DLR Group’s task was to transform the current space to a lively gathering spot. An inviting warmth and friendliness draws customers to the area by drawing on the materiality of the rest of the building, with a more modern expression. The shop’s focal point is a custom wood wall piece that was created collaboratively by DLR Group, the contractor and the millworker. Various pieces of wood join - including some pieces reclaimed from an old Nebraska barn - bringing local charm to the coffee shop. The coffee shop is staffed from seven to three, after which the honor system is in place for employee’s convenience. Care was taken to minimize disturbance in the adjacent occupied office areas during construction. Now, the disused nook is a popular meeting place; exemplifying the positive impact even a small space can have when user input is leveraged. Scope Summary: The 500 square foot coffee shop serves approximately 1400 employees of the Blue Cross Blue Shield headquarters. Space planning was of high importance in this project, given the small space and relatively high usage. Catering space and counter size had to be taken into consideration, as well as the materials used for these components. The counters needed to be large enough to accommodate coffee and food preparation needs, and be durable and easy to clean. DLR Group provided architectural, interior design, mechanical and electrical services.
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Design Achievement - Located on a site across the street from the existing facility, the new Crete High School increases the size, security and comfort of the high school. DLR Group's design strategically orients the building to take advantage of panoramic views and create a dynamic connection to the outside. In particular, the central commons area opens to an outdoor plaza that drops down into an amphitheater focusing on an on-site pond and grove of trees. Designers used the exterior of the auditorium as a 36 foot high canvas to incorporate the school mascot, a cardinal, in a brick mural. The mural is composed of four tones and textures of tan and gray to illustrate a cardinal in flight and vibrant red panels at the base spelling out cardinals in six foot tall letters. The mural serves not only as a school identity but also captures the sense of school spirit and community pride. Flexible learning spaces encourage group and hands-on learning. By wrapping lab spaces around an atrium, the design maximizes natural light into the learning space, promoting collaboration. Scope Summary - The scope of work for the 174,000 SF high school includes flexible learning spaces organized into studio suites incorporating Science, Math, Social Studies, Language Arts, Business and Art. A career and technical complex includes welding manufacturing, fabrication with wood, Auto Tech and Family & Consumer Sciences. The library provides access to traditional book stacks as well as modern day collection of technology and video. The campus includes a variety of performance venues including auditorium, common platform and loft, and exterior amphitheater. The fitness center includes two gymnasiums and a walking track. DLR Group provided architecture, engineering, and interior design services.
Design Achievement - The new Norris Intermediate School allows the District to maintain small school centers with targeted student to teacher ratios. The DLR Group planning and design team quickly recognized the solution to alleviate overcrowding and future growth. The Intermediate School  serves grades 3-5 while the reconfigured elementary school serves PK-2 and the middle school serves 6-8 graders. Working closely with stakeholders, DLR Group provided a simple, flexible, efficient design with high value. The library is a transparent focal point with three wings radiating from it. Each wing is occupied by a grade level and has a designated color for easy identification. At the end of each wing there are group activity spaces, an important feature to the client. The use of color, texture, and rhythm breaks down the scale of the large building. Scope Summary - Norris Intermediate School was designed to serve 600 students in grades 3-5. With the addition of this fourth building on the rural campus, all bus and car traffic was separated and rerouted to eliminate congestion and maximize safety. The 67,300 SF school has a full-service kitchen and a full-size competition gymnasium.  A swooping curved wall at the secure entrance was highlighted with red and blue accents for District unity. Storm shelters were located in each zone for fast access. A geo-thermal heat pump system with equipment placed in closets of classroom minimized ductwork and eases access for service and maintenance. DLR Group provided all architectural, civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineering services as well as interior design.

DLR Group delivered a fully coordinated, multi-phase project of a new, modern 11,000 SF rack ready data center environment and network operations center for the State of Nebraska. DLR Group also assisted in data center migration planning efforts to facilitate a complete project delivery, with new telecommunications distribution design and application move group migration planning. DLR Group was also hired to by the State of Nebraska to create a Capitol Campus Master Plan. This collaborative document will provide a 20-year vision to guide investments in people, physical space and the environment. DLR Group provided architectural, interiors, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering services.
Design Achievement - The new Aspen Creek Middle School gives form to the values, history, and traditions of the Gretna community while providing a setting for the intellectual and social experiences of students. DLR Group worked diligently with the rapidly growing school district to accommodate enrollment demands as facilities reached capacity. The community needed the new school to be completed efficiently and achieve the district’s desire to create a safe, flexible, engaging, and forward-thinking learning environment adaptable to future needs. Each space incorporates Next Generation learning principles while leveraging organization and functionality. Collaboration centers, outdoor learning plazas, and a STEM lab were all integrated into the design to support the unique needs of each learner. The interior color pallette pays tribute to Gretna’s storied Scottish heritage, featuring green plaid patterns, Celtic knot symbols, charcoal light fixture finishes, and textured wall paneling emulating the natural stone of the Scottish Highlands. Scope Summary - The new 155,568 SF building serves 1,000 of the district’s 6-8th grade students. The design capitalizes the rolling terrain with a top-loading gymnasium and performing arts level. There are two additional levels of academic environments serving grades6-8. The 6th grade pod covers two stories and the 8th grade pod is stacked above the 7th grade pod. A centrally-located super stair flows in one direction in an atrium-like space connecting all levels. Distinct breakout learning commons complement each grade pod and the library entrance. Outdoor classroom space is positioned directly adjacent to the art studio, culinary lab, and special needs classroom. These plaza classrooms conveniently enter a common lobby at the two main entrances for students to easily access car and bus drop-off areas. The performing arts commons incorporates top-loading entry and tiered seating, functional for audiences, presentations, and dining. Much of the facility is open for community use, including the gymnasium, music rooms, multi-purpose lab, and the performing arts facility, with restrooms accessible to each of these areas. DLR Group provided architecture, engineering, planning, and interiors services.


Design Achievement – In an effort to improve elementary school curriculum delivery opportunities for students, Holdrege Public Schools replaced three outdated and inefficient elementary schools with one new elementary school that equalized learning spaces and was customized to fit the school district’s unique needs. DLR Group’s bright, cheerful design focuses on an “of the Earth” theme that instills community pride by connecting students to the Holdrege community. The building entrance welcomes students with a curved precast wall featuring aerial images of nearby farmland mingled with images of native prairie grass. The wall’s relief is tactile and encourages students to touch and interact with the design. Elsewhere, brick detailing represents cornstalks and waving wheat, and bright pops of yellow and purple tie in the school colors. Scope Summary –The project scope included a new 78,826 SF building designed to serve all elementary school students attending Holdrege Public Schools. The school includes an energy efficient geothermal heating and air conditioning system. The centrally located media center promotes interaction of students from all grade levels. Break-out spaces at the end of each academic wing provide additional teaching space and encourage collaborative learning. The design provides a full-sized gym, with locker rooms and spectator seating for 500 people that will supplement practice space for the middle school and high school and can be used for Holdrege community events. Additionally, the project included a storm shelter designed to accommodate 500 people with a natural gas generator. DLR Group provided architecture, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, structural engineering and interior design services.
550 student PreK-5 Site adapt Gretna prototype elementary. Single story, CMU with brick cavity wall and metal panel wall system. Stone and metal panel accents. Storm Shelter is designed into the a classroom wing.
Design Achievement: Mortech, a mortgage technology software company, was growing significantly and positioning for an acquisition by tech-giant Zillow. Their purchase of an industrial warehouse building opened the opportunity for DLR Group to modernize the way they were working and cement their reputation as a progressive employer. The goal was to create a unique working environment that was very transparent and was robust with technology. The space also needed to be flexible and encourage freedom of choice in work arrangements. DLR Group's design accomplishes this with collaborative teaming spaces featuring writable glass walls, video conferencing capabilities to connect with other locations, and lounge nooks for teams to hang out and brainstorm. Easily movable and groupable furniture allows employees to redefine the space as it suits their needs. The atmosphere attracts young tech savvy employees, with the space itself serving as a recruiting tool. Working collaboratively with the owners and understanding the Zillow brand at other locations helped create a vibrant fun space that was successful for the Mortech’s transition to a Zillow company. Scope Summary: Working with the existing industrial building and context, DLR Group designers found opportunities to harvest natural light and pull it into the core of the 8,000 square foot space. Limited outdoor space is taken advantage of by using an existing freight door opening and fitting it with a glass garage door. On blue sky days, the employees enjoy the natural ventilation and fire up the grill at office cookouts. Whimsical touches include a candy dispenser wall at the break room and a locally reclaimed gym floor and bleacher system for a dynamic gathering space. DLR Group provided Architecture and Interior Design Services.
DLR Group worked with Gretna Aspen Creek Elementary School to provide commissioning services for the 600-student facility. As a part of our commissioning services, the team conducted functional testing for all energy using HVAC, plumbing and lighting equipment. Testing included all modes and sequence of operation. HVAC controls systems and air economizers were tested to document that control devices, components, equipment, and systems are correctly calibrated. DLR Group’s CxAs led a variety of activities to ensure successful completion of the project. The team advised maintenance staff on operational and environmental issues, prepared pre-commissioning verification checklists and contractor reports, coordinated construction phase commissioning activities, and assisted in post occupancy training and monitoring activities. To continue to track building performance, the team installed a monitoring based commissioning system that uses SkySpark software.
Approved by Melissa Spearman   DLR Group worked in collaboration with two local firms to design a new home for the Robert B. Daugherty Charitable Foundation located in the Valmont Plaza in Omaha, Neb.   This 6,200 SF expansion provides a new face to the Foundation, with a welcoming reception area featuring a custom backlit 2-inch thick acrylic partition adorned with the Foundation’s Logo. Adjacent to the reception area is the Boardroom which pays homage to the charitable contributions of the Foundation’s legacy through an LED backlit story board cleverly integrated into the room’s custom wood paneling. State-of the-art AV systems and hidden video conferencing equipment are also integrated throughout the room and in the plain-sliced cherry millwork head wall.   Other additions to this private foundation’s office space are a hospitality serving area, work room, private offices, additional conference space, and open office expansion area.
Design Achievement - The Exchange is the first mixed-use development in Lincoln, Neb., that truly embraces dense urban principals. DLR Group's design locates three-story row homes, retail and apartments on a site surrounded by parks and bike paths in thriving east downtown. The development, which takes its name from the area's first telephone exchange of 1925, has a historic base with a modern design aesthetic. The market-rate row homes consist of two and three bedrooms with two-car garages and outdoor spaces of private terraces and roof decks. DLR Group's living street design vision gives equal priority to all modes of transportation with emphasis on biking and walking. The project includes a mixed-use building with retail on the base level topped with loft-style apartments. Scope Summary - Located on 6.5 acres of property near 21st and N streets, The Exchange is a mixed-use development with housing, retail, and a 32,000 SF grocery store. In addition to the 63 three-story row houses, there are market-rate apartments and 30 loft-style apartments on top of a 10,000 SF retail base. With the extension of the city's N Street bike path, riders will have a protected bike lane across downtown to access the West Haymarket area. DLR Group provided planning, architecture, and interior design services.
Approved by Curtis Johnson/Vaness Schutte Design Achievement -The new addition to Oakland-Craig Elementary includes unique teacher planning rooms and classroom common areas for group activities between each grade level. DLR Group’s creative design optimizes use of space and offers transparency for supervision. The addition unifies the elementary students into one building and provides sufficient room for special education, preschool and all-day kindergarten programs. Renovation of the existing began after the addition was complete. DLR Group worked closely with Oakland-Craig School District to pass a successful bond referendum for the project. The effort included long-range master planning that addressed the aging high school and the possibility of future consolidation. Another addition to the building would complete the “loop” and create an enclosed courtyard providing ample space for projected enrollment increases for the elementary and jr/sr high school with or without a consolidation. Scope Summary - The new, secure main entry provides ample space for administration and the 26,000 SF addition included 11 classrooms, a media center, computer lab, vocal music room and a band room. The PK-6 students also benefited from a new dedicated space for art which eliminates the existing “art-on-a-cart” program. The 28-year-old HVAC system was replaced with an efficient geo-thermal ground source heating and cooling system and the technology infrastructure was updated in all classrooms with wireless access points throughout the building. Occupancy sensors and relay panels for lighting were added to save energy and the use of lensed troffers offered a brighter learning environment. Security upgrades included access control with monitoring, a secured vestibule and card reader access. Exterior LED lighting was added along the façade and in the parking lot.
Constructed in 1937 as a men’s dormitory, Delzell Hall is one of the iconic buildings on the Peru State College Campus. The Neo-gothic structure -still a men’s only dorm- has never had a significant renovation and was in critical need of infrastructure, life safety, electrical and mechanical upgrade as well as modernization. Because no new housing has been developed in over 40 years, the college engaged DLR Group to take a broad look at residential life on campus, and renovate the Delzell Hall to more successfully compete with other institutions in the region. Through extensive work with the Peru State College core committee, the DLR Group Team came up with the recommendation to not only renovate, but expand the cherished facility to accommodate up to 60 more beds. This would also allow the structure to better connect with the heart of campus and accommodate a greater variety of housing options. The project is on target for LEED Gold and has been designed to reinforce the campus connection between the main green and the football stadium.
This is a site adapted design with modification to give it its own identity.  The school is designed for 600 students for the growing community.  Site includes separate bus and parent areas along with athletic areas for the students.  The building includes a storm shelter, full kitchen, and a gymnasium.
Design Achievement – Due to a substantial increase in caseload requirements and the growing importance of evidence and forensic laboratory analysis, the Nebraska State Patrol’s existing crime lab was deemed inadequate to keep up with demand. DLR Group’s design for the new laboratory increases the State’s efficiency in providing law enforcement services, aids in the prosecution and convictions of criminal suspects within the state of Nebraska and allows its users to better serve the needs of the citizens of Nebraska. The new facility also provides for future expansion, accommodating growth of laboratory programs, staff increases and additional programs and equipment when needed. Scope Summary – The DLR Group team was hired to review the existing program statement provided by the State, aid in the development of an RFP for selecting an appropriate building/site in the city of Lincoln and provide and coordinate TI design of a new 30,000 SF state-of-the-art forensics crime facility along with lab consultant MWL. The new space includes: Lab Administration Offices, Evidence Processing and Storage, Building Support and lab space and equipment specific to Chemistry – Trace Evidence, Toxicology, Controlled Substances, Firearms, Latent Prints and Biology / DNA. DLR Group’s justice team assisted in security design for the facility and worked closely with the state’s crime lab leadership to meet their specific needs in operation and function. DLR Group provided programming, architecture and interior design.
Design Achievement – The new Columbus High School “stemmed” from the concept of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education and the desire to enhance community partnerships. DLR Group designers collaborated with parents, teachers, community members, local business partners, and students to create an educational home for students to transition from high school to the workforce or other higher education opportunities with enthusiasm and ease. The facility features specialized laboratories with interdisciplinary units where math, science, and career and technical teachers connect traditional education to the art of hands-on craftsmanship. To ensure educational spaces reflect actual workforce environments DLR Group gathered input from local community business partners, focusing primarily on equipment available for student use. Extensive welding equipment, tools, machinery and more are available for lessons and special projects. Students can apply industry-specific skills they gain at Columbus High School to tasks on job sites or manufacturing companies. The STEM experience better prepares students for the workforce by blending craftsmanship and theory, and effectively engages and benefits all students, from those seeking a career in the workforce following graduation to those planning a career in design and engineering fields. Hands-on activities are applicable to everyday life and can be used beyond skill-specific trades and industries. Students at Columbus High School are able to achieve certification in various areas, which is advantageous on a college application or resume. Scope Summary – The scope of work for this project encompassed 260,000 SF serving up to 1,400 students. The project included a 750 seat performing arts facility and 1,800 seat competition gym. The district’s previous high school site was too tight to accommodate parking needs for students and staff, so the new site increases parking capabilities by providing approximately 1,000 concrete parking stalls. The school’s mascot is incorporated in the soft geometry of the interior and exterior design, with early discoverers’ billowing sails and rolling seas as well as the school colors serving as inspiration. For enhanced energy efficiency, natural daylighting and a geothermal heating and air conditioning system were implemented throughout the facility. DLR Group provided architecture, civil engineering, structural engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and interior design services.
Design Achievement - The new Kearney High School, located on an expansive plot of land near the Platte River, reflects the level of innovation you’d expect in a town shaped by pioneers and trailblazers. The school abuts two main intersections, an intentional location that heralds its presence as a cornerstone of the community. Intrinsic in the building’s conception is the District’s desire to move toward a small learning community (SLC) model of education. Instead of the traditional shoebox design, Kearney High School is constructed in a semi-circle, dividing the larger campus into smaller, specialized subdivisions, each dedicated to a specific career pathway. Every SLC includes several labs for hands-on learning, as well as dedicated spaces for small group collaboration or one-on-one interaction. Open, instructional spaces are designed to support a variety of learning styles, encouraging teachers to move around among the students as they work. There are multiple forums for students to share their accomplishments and explorations, exemplifying the importance of celebrating students’ learning, be it product or presentation. The school design is to reach and motivate all types of learners, from the hands-on learner to the performer and everyone in between. Extensive Career Technical Education (CTE) facilities and a state-of-the-art fine and performing arts center are designed to be highly flexible for different performing styles, such as guest speakers or choir productions. Moveable curtains adjust the exposure of the walls in order to tune the room appropriately. The acoustics are adaptable and can be utilized to support a multitude of various activities. DLR Group’s design for Kearney High School achieves the district’s goal to provide a learning environment that empowers students and supports their unique needs. Scope Summary - The scope of work for this project created a new 340,000 SF high school to accommodate the growing community. Those who enter are greeted by a massive blue “K” positioned at the entrance of the building, an emblem of the school’s pride and spirit. Supported by an open loop geothermal system, the 1800-student campus includes SLCs for Business, Marketing and Information Technology, Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, Fine and Performing Arts, Human Sciences and Education, Health Sciences and STEM, as well as a separate SLC for 9th grade students. The library, located at the heart of school, maximizes natural light and provides access to a modern day collection of technology and video. The athletic grounds – an integral part of the school’s design – are accessed via a roof-level platform off the cafeteria, support the school’s well-known track team and offer a field for soccer and football games. Opposing teams enter the playing field through a gauntlet, also known as a “Walk of Fame” that highlights past athletic team and individual successes. DLR Group provided architecture, landscape design and all engineering services.
Design Achievement: Creighton’s Championship Center is a practice facility for the University’s men’s basketball program. DLR Group’s design features abundant natural light and Bluejay branding to welcome and inspire coaches, athletes, and recruits to do great things. The red-brick exterior and the use of arches reflect the campus architectural standards. Located with other athletic/fitness/recreation facilities on the east side of campus, the Championship Center houses not only the men’s basketball practice facility and administration, but also academic services, weight training, and sports medicine for all student-athletes. Basketball players can relax in the modern lounge area featuring a theater crash pit, kitchenette, and gaming area. Scope Summary: The Championship Center is a 42,000 SF basketball training and practice facility. A private entrance grants players access to a 1,300 SF lounge and gaming area. From the lounge, players can access the training facility, locker room, and a 13,900 SF practice gym with two courts. The training suite's hydrotherapy room has a 7' x 14' cold pool, a 7' x 7' warm pool, and an 8' x 12' aquatic therapy pool with a moveable floor, computer and camera systems. An administrative suite on the second level includes a 4,000 SF academic services center with individual and group study rooms, plus a collaborative meeting space. DLR Group provided integrated architecture; civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural engineering; and interior design services for this project.

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