University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Clinical Research Building/Miami, Florida

USGBC LEED® Certified

Architect
Core and Shell: Perkins+Will/Miami, Florida
Tenant Improvements: Perkins + Will/Atlanta, Georgia

Owner
University of Miami/Miami, Florida

Size/Cost
903,500 sf/$90 million

TLC Services
MEP/Energy Modeling


Integrating education, patient care and research is the goal of the new LEED-certified Clinical Research Building at the University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital Campus. The 15-story building houses innovative programs for clinical research; early intervention for high-risk infants; perinatal addiction; treatment and prevention of adolescent drug abuse, and age-related diseases. There's also a Wellness Center for physicians, staff and students. Some of the sustainable features include: low-flow plumbing features; insulated glass to reduce heat; natural lighting for 75% of the interiors; chemical pollutant control; carbon dioxide monitoring; low-emitting materials for better air quality; recycled and locally manufactured materials for interior finishes and construction; and reflective Energy Star® roofing.Convenience was a factor in the engineering design; for instance, under-floor air distribution allows for easy access to the HVAC, electrical, electronic and plumbing utility systems. The under-floor air ventilation also helps reduce fan energy. In addition to MEP and fire protection design, TLC provided energy modeling services.