Salas O'Brien
Articles
Buildings
March 18, 2022
Hidden features future-proof science complex
The University of Connecticut’s Gant Science Complex has undergone many transformations to let this building remain vibrant and competitive more than 50 years after its inception.
By Salas O'Brien
Plumbing, Pumping and Pumps
February 25, 2022
Princeton University’s geo-exchange/heating hot water system
Designing a Highly Customized Hybrid Geo-Exchange/Heating Hot Water System to Support Princeton’s Goal for Net-Zero Carbon Emissions by 2046
By Salas O'Brien
Educational Facilities
August 3, 2021
Building Readiness: Reopening educational institutions
There are many educational administrators who are committed to reopening but are uncertain about the best, most cost-effective path to welcoming staff and students back safely.
By Salas O'Brien
Buildings
May 19, 2021
Creating safe and healthy buildings through good design
The possibility of transmitting or contracting COVID-19 and overwhelming our healthcare system is still a concern for many and needs to be part of the overall building design.
By Salas O'Brien
Air Quality
May 12, 2021
Indoor air quality and airborne transmission of COVID-19
Adjustments to a building's mechanical system could slow the spread.
By Salas O'Brien