Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science
Location: Richardson, Texas
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Owner: The University of Texas at Dallas
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Certified: April 2019
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Project Size: 220,000 ft²
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Architect: Smithgroup JJR
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Energy Cost Savings: 16.8%
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LEED Certification: Gold
Project Overview
The Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science building is a four story, 220,000 SF project for the University of Texas - Dallas. The project is the largest academic building on UT Dallas' campus and was recently elevated to R1 in the Carnegie classification as one of the top research institutions in the country. The facility features seven teaching labs, four traditional classrooms, two 80-seat classrooms that can convert into a 160-seat lecture hall, a computer lab and a 300-seat auditorium.
Sustainability Features
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Upgraded Thermal Envelope
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High Performance Glazing (Solarban 70)
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Electro-Chromatic Glazing
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LED Lighting (0.66 W/sf)
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VAV Air Handlers with Active Chilled Beam System
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17% Overall Energy Savings