R. E. Dimond and Associates, Inc.

Oceans Exhibit Indianapolis Zoo

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Since 2008, R.E, Dimond and Associates have engineered projects and exhibits at the Indianapolis Zoo.

This trusted relationship has led to the design of various building systems in the Oceans’ Building including the Penguin and Crab- Eating Macaque exhibits to the most recent air-handling unit (AHU) replacement.

The viewing area’s air-handling unit was over 30 years old, and the equipment was beyond life expectancy. R.E. Dimond and Associates provided mechanical and electrical design to replace the 5,000 CFM unit at the west end of the building , addressing building pressure issues with significant control strategies to handle humidity.

R.E. Dimond and Associates has also provided design services for the Cheetah Exhibit,  Lion Exhibit, Tiger Exhibit, and   Indianapolis Zoo Gift Shop.

 

 

 

Made@Plainfield, City of Plainfield, IN

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Size  100,000 SF

Construction Completion  Summer 2021

Building Project Summary

The town of Plainfield,  Plainfield and School Corporation, Ivy Tech, Vincennes University, and Hendricks College Network collaborated for the construction of a new adult learning facility. As a result, different organizations have the option of consolidating classes so adults can get the skills they need for today’s jobs, including diesel technology, cybersecurity, medical assisting, and logistics training.

Stakeholders required coordination of telecommunication technology and special systems in the building design including

  • compressed air with hose reels
  • bus ducts in the lab areas
  • coordination of power with specialized equipment
  • overhead diesel exhaust vent system
  • radiant heating floors in large volume lab space
  • ceiling fans and evacuation fans
  • diesel labs
  • fork-lift charging station

R.E. Dimond and Associated integrated all systems within the design of the building, including all heating, ventilating, air conditioning, built-in lighting, parking lot lighting, fire protection, fire detection, power, and telecommunications systems.

Avon Public Library

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Inside the Avon Public Library

Expanding library access and building comfort for a growing community

In Spring 2019, the Avon Public Library, just west of Indianapolis in Hendricks County, sought an expansion of their existing library. Plans called for a much-needed renovation of their administrative office and the addition of a single story.

R.E. Dimond and Associates worked with the architecture team to create an environment that is playful, inviting, and ready to grow with the future needs of Avon.

Overview

  • Project: Avon Public Library
  • Location: 498 N Avon Ave., Avon, IN 46123
  • Client: Avon-Washington Township Public Library
  • Project size: 9,100 SF
  • Goal: Improve lighting, security, and networking, and plumbing

Expanding security, safety, and comfort for every library user

8,000 SF of space inside the existing administrative building was renovated to include new networking and data switches, cabling, and VOIP telephony.

Another 1,100 SF was added to the building, greatly expanding the library’s programming and shelving space. To help protect patrons and its expanding collection of materials, new security camera and fire protection systems were added.

Playful and inviting LED lighting was added or replaced throughout the entire building, giving clean, bright light in addition to the expansive windows and natural light designed into the space.

New DX cooling coils were replaced along with new piping, providing a scalable HVAC system for the entire library.

HVAC units outside the Avon Public Library
New HVAC systems were added or replaced, including new piping.
Exterior of the Avon Public Library
Over 9,000 square feet were renovated or added to the library.

Brownsburg Public Library

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Size  12,000 SF Addition

Construction Completion
Winter , 2020

Building Project Summary: 

The Brownsburg Public Library requested a new layout of a previously renovated library space. The outside trombe wall was dismantled and became a glass wall. All of the bathrooms, storage space, library shop and staff areas along that wall moved to the interior, and the area along the glass wall became public space.

MEP design included plumbing for new restroom locations, rezoning of existing HVAC system, and the addition of new perimeter radiation. Electrical design added power and technology to the renovated areas, a modification of existing Fire Protection sprinkler system and updated LED lighting throughout the building.

Big Brothers Big Sisters, Indianapolis, IN

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Size: 21,760 SF

Construction Cost $3,000,000

Completion: Spring, 2019

R.E. Dimond and Associates provided full MEP design and construction administration services for the total demolition and redesign of an existing building for Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Indiana.

Challenges included converting a two-story space to include a two-story atrium and heat and cool comfortably.

Our solution included modifying the existing system to work with rooftop units and humidity control.

New electrical service included lighting, power, and fire alarms, and plumbing design featured fire sprinklers and new water service.

Eagle Branch Library – Indianapolis Public Library

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Eagle Branch library

Exceeding the goal of LEEDv4 Silver Certification for Indy PL’s Eagle Branch

Indianapolis library patrons enjoy one of the newest standalone branches on Indianapolis’ westside with design services by R.E. Dimond and Associates for the mechanical, electrical, solar photo-voltaic (PV), plumbing, and fire suppression systems.

The Indianapolis Public Library challenged the design team to meet a goal of LEEDv4 Silver Certification in energy and resource conservation and design a sustainable system with a limited budget. We exceeded those and achieved LEEDv4 Gold Certification.

The library is one of Indianapolis Public Library’s newest stand-alone facilities. The new 20,000 SF building replaces a much smaller location which served the public since 1970.

  • The new Eagle Branch Public Library is located on 3.66 acres on Indianapolis’ West Side demographical area.
  • The location provides improved visibility for the library.
  • The expanded branch offers group study rooms, a 100-seat community meeting room, a computer lab, and more spaces for children and teen programs.
  • The facility is fully ADA accessible and has easy access to public transportation.

Overview

  • Project: Eagle Branch library
  • Location: 3905 Moller Road, Indianapolis
  • Client: Indianapolis Public Library
  • Cost: $7.9 million
  • Project size: 20,000 SF
  • Goal: LEED certification and expansion

Originally in pursuit of LEED Silver certification, the Eagle Branch Library has implemented energy efficient equipment that is anticipated to save the Library over $10,000 per year in operating costs resulting in a LEEDv4 Gold Certification.

Resource-sipping lights and plumbing fixtures saves money and resources

Inside the Eagle Branch library
Inside the Eagle Branch library

Safer exterior lighting

Lighting of the library features LED lighting throughout the building’s interior and exterior site.

Maximum natural light inside

Full-length windows offer natural lighting along with interior lighting design to provide optimum lighting throughout the facility.

28% less water usage

Plumbing design incorporated the use of low flow water fixtures, resulting in a 28% reduction in water consumption annually compared to those of standard flow fixtures.

Rising to the challenge of LEEDv4 Silver Certification for Indy PL’s Eagle Branch with solar power

Solar panels at Indy PL Eagle Branch
A 66.2kW roof-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) system provides approximately 75% of the branch’s electricity needs.

The challenges in meeting the requirements for LEED certification were accomplished by utilizing

  • Variable-air-volume (VAV) air terminal units with hot water heating coils,
  • Coupled with a direct expansion (DX) air-handling unit (AHU).
  • The mechanical system includes a heating water plant comprised of high efficiency condensing boilers.
  • A perimeter heating system provides the Indianapolis Public Library with a high level of temperature control while ensuring comfort to patrons in rooms with large expanses of glass.
  • A 66.2kW solar photovoltaic (PV) system mounted on the roof, which provides 75% of the branch’s electricity needs.

Indianapolis Zoo Penguin Exhibit

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Size: 1850 SF

Completed 2018

MEP design services for the new exhibit were provided by R.E. Dimond and Associates.

The penguin exhibit installation included replacement of the existing cooling systems, removal of evaporator coils and all refrigerants and piping.

 

 

The Phoenix Theatre

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Size: 21,222 sf

Completion: Spring 2018

R.E. Dimond and Associates provided design services for the mechanical, electrical, telecommunications, plumbing, and fire suppression systems at the newly relocated Phoenix Theatre.

The 21,200 square foot venue was designed to create a one-of-a-kind experience for theatre patrons. The building is located on the Cultural Trail and contains two performance spaces: a 143-seat proscenium theatre and a configurable black-box theatre. It also includes a dedicated classroom and rehearsal studio, scene shop, costume and prop shop, donor lounge, gallery space, warming kitchen, and dual-use area for concessions and box office services near the main entrance.

There were three challenges in designing the HVAC and electrical systems for the Phoenix Theatre: coordinating utilities on a tight building site, delivering innovative bathroom design for unisex restroom facilities, and meeting lighting, power, aesthetic and acoustic requirements necessary for a modern, flexible performing arts venue.

The project team was able to meet the challenges of coordination with the City of Indianapolis and the Indianapolis Fire Department by identifying acceptable locations for delivery of utility services for gas, domestic water, power, and fire protection. The building encompasses the majority of the lot’s footprint leaving no room around the site for equipment.

Space conditioning and electrical design incorporated energy-efficient systems within the theatre’s tight envelope of precast concrete walls. Design elements were studied via BIM software for coordination with all construction trades including piping, ductwork, conduits, ceilings, stage sets, and catwalk. MEP design featured high efficiency, strategically located rooftop units with humidity control, and acoustical treatment that met sound criteria. A VRF system provides energy-efficient heating and cooling for the building’s theatre electronics.

Innovative electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression design helped provide the technology necessary for Phoenix’s contemporary performances. Important wayfinding lighting helps direct patrons to each theatre and showcase lighting compliments the art gallery. Additional consideration was given to accommodating the Black Box theatre with a light ceiling grid system allowing for multiple stage lighting locations.

In the theatre, because of the high ceiling and ornate sidewall aesthetic, delivery of appropriate emergency lighting can be complicated. This challenge was met by utilizing an emergency central inverter, which allows normal house lights to function in an emergency.

Occupancy sensors control lighting throughout the building as an energy conservation measure.

The plumbing design included low flow fixtures and equipping the stage area with special on-stage water and misting features for theatrical effects that can be drained within the pit below.

The electrical design team delivered an innovative first-of-its-kind, multi-stall unisex bathroom design with doors that control X and ß LED lighting elements and indicate stall availability. This design helped to create an equitable and efficient one-line system for public restrooms at the new venue.

The design was coordinated thru Revit for installation in tight spaces, accommodating elevations changes, ceilings, sets, and catwalks. The building incorporated the majority of the lot’s footprint, so space and budget considerations led to the recommendation of ten (10) 7.5 ton rooftop units with VAV cooling and natural gas heating.  Minimizing noise was key so RED recommended faceted walls help provide HVAC noise reduction. A high-efficiency VRF system provides critical zone heating and cooling for the Tech and AV area.

 

Indianapolis Zoo Crab Eating Macaques

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Completed: 2018

Building Project Summary: 

R.E. Dimond and Associates was part of a design team that repurposed an existing exhibit at the Indianapolis Zoo.

The polar bear exhibit and holding space were renovated to house a new crab-eating Macaque exhibit with indoor underwater viewing of the animals.

R.E. Dimond and Associates include updated mechanical heating and cooling, lighting, and power, as well as plumbing which included domestic water heater, sinks and floor drains.

 

Indiana State University Hulman Center Renovation

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Construction Cost
$50,000,000

Size
174,000 SF renovation

In Construction

Building Project Summary:

R.E. Dimond and Associates provided MEP design services for the renovation of Indiana State University’s Hulman Center. The Hulman Center has played host to concerts, university functions, and Sycamore basketball since its opening in the early 1970s.

The renovation provides a major entrance pavilion expansion, a new façade envelope, and a complete mechanical system update.

Design expanded the Hulman Center footprint to include a 10,000 sq. ft. grand welcome lobby pavilion. Interior renovations of the main floor include widening the entire concourse. This much-needed width allows new windows, newly arranged restrooms, new concession, new box office suite, emergency medical triage suite, and retail amenity areas. A decrease in arena capacity from 10,000 to 9,200 seats allows for a Varsity Club Suite, a Vista Overlook, and the introduction of an elevator and escalator access to and from the lower event level 25’ below. The upper arena bowl will also see the replacement of 4,000 seats and new lighting and HVAC systems. Renovations of the lower bowl at the event level include new concessions and restrooms, locker room and training facility renovations, and new building systems and cabling upgrades for modern production broadcasting.

Our Location

Located in the heart of Indianapolis, R.E. Dimond is an Indianapolis MEP engineering consulting firm.

We are easily accessible from major interstates around Indiana and offer large conference rooms suitable for hosting project meetings and free parking.

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Contact Bill Eisler, Executive Vice President, Mechanical Services – bill.eisler@redimond.com

732 N Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46204 Phone: 317.634.4672

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