In the News 2008
Terraces at Copley Point Project Will Have Unique Features.
January 14, 2008
Off Interstate 805 and state Route 52, Reno Contracting is working on the Terrace at Copley Point project.
The assignment calls for two Class A six-story office space buildings and a three-level concrete parking garage.
Project manager Rod Towers, who has been with the company for eight years, heads the $58 million project for Reno. Hanna Gabriel Wells is the architect firm who designed the three structures, and Sudberry Properties Inc. is the property developer and owner.
The two office space buildings are predominantly made of steel with a concrete foundation. But what makes these structures unique is that the exterior will have Brazilian sandstone.
This is something that cannot be found on other building in San Diego, according to Randy Hanna, principal of architects Hanna Gabriel Wells.
Another unique aspect is the layout of the Copley Point project.
It is designed in a "campus style" according to Hanna, and was done so that each building works together and people can transition easily through both structures. In addition there will be several verandas and promenades to add to the "campus" environment.
"When it comes to the design, Sudberry lets us do what we want to do,'" Hanna said. "They give us the freedom when it comes to their projects."
The buildings have received the level of "certified" by the U.S. Green Building Council though its Leadership In Energy and Environment Design (LEED) program.
One of the reasons the project received tbis status is the installation of Gen II elevators.
They are quieter, faster and more energy efficient, according to Towers, and in each office building there will be four elevators. Otis Elevator Co. is one of the sub contractors on this project and will handle this task.
Other subcontractors include: Dynalectric, Rosin Steel and Sunset Glazing.
In addition, there will be two water fountains built in front of each office building, and on a given day there are roughly 100 people on the job site.
Construction began in spring 2007 and is roughly 40 percent complete with a finish date scheduled for October, according to Towers
By CARLOS RICO
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