Saltar’s Point Elementary

Additional Info

Occupied Date : 8/19/2013

Production Start Date : 5/1/2013

Project Location City : Steilacoom

Project Location State Name : WA

Total Square Feet : 2240

Category : Permanent: Education: under 5,000 sq. ft.

Technical Innovation : The design of this building was achieved by utilizing eight modular sections, four for the lower building layout and four size-matched roof sections that were factory complete with windows, exposed trusses, and most mechanical systems. Because we used a higher slope roof system, we incorporated the stronger LVL beams to independently support the individual roof sections until secured to the lower sections. The front clerestory design with high, east-facing fixed windows provide an abundance of natural daylight which is supplemented by a mix of wall mounted and pendant light fixtures to use as needed. All materials matched the existing school and should provide the same life expectancy.

Cost Energy Effectiveness : The base modular design made full use of the benefits and efficiencies of factory construction that took place concurrently with the site work. This enabled Williams Scotsman to begin the site development when summer break commenced in June and target building occupancy for mid-August. The mechanical systems were provided by Carrier’s split system 13-Seer heat pumps for both heating and cooling. Strategically placed casement windows also provide cross ventilation of cool fresh air off the Puget Sound during the warmer months providing additional energy savings for these large open classrooms.

Architectural Excellence : This new 28x80 modular classroom building was designed and approved by the Historical City of Steilacoom to meet their strict design criteria for this small waterfront community. The challenge was to match the existing school’s appearance with features -- high, sloping, shed-style roofs, accented entry porch cover, some nautical elements and high windows for more natural daylight. All of these design elements were achieved and approved by the city’s architectural review committee and received very positive reviews upon completion.

Award Winner : WillScot Mobile Mini