Historical Design Experience

BHB has been involved in a number of projects requiring the design of MEP building systems and/or civil engineering design which was consistent with original, historic aesthetics for the building, or inconspicuous in accordance with the architectural programming requirements for the project. We have provided services for the complete renovation/upgrade of the mechanical, electrical, fire protection and plumbing systems for several highly visible historic renovation/restoration projects. Ages of the original structures have ranged from 50 to 120 years old.
 
The mechanical and electrical systems in a restoration project of historic nature must be inconspicuous. This consideration, combined with implementation of the modern concepts of comfort and energy is of primary importance when working with historic buildings in order to maintain the integrity of aesthetic design. All systems, including HVAC, electrical, lighting, fire protection, plumbing, controls, and security, must be installed to meet the challenges of today’s environment while enabling future development. New construction requires planning for sufficient space to serve future needs. Historic renovation, however, requires defining systems that fit within the confines of the existing structure.
 
Systems must be planned to allow for the installation of ductwork, grilles, controls, conduit and piping to provide the proper service to the equipment to enable inconspicuous control of the environment. Proper planning involves coordination with architectural and structural design elements to meet the historic restoration criteria. The planning for installation involves sizing and selection of systems to meet the desired environmental conditions. The systems must be integrated into the confines of the existing structure without visible impact.
 
Careful coordination with the architectural design is a must in the early stages to develop an understanding of the design intent and determine how to accomplish the desired end result. The optimum sizing and positioning of equipment must be compared with their impact on architectural elements. Practical knowledge of how equipment will work under actual conditions is extremely important in this effort. Generally, it is wise to develop more than one scenario for the placement of equipment. This enables the team to discuss and evaluate the impact of multiple solutions. The entire team will then work together to provide the best solution for the project.

BHB's Historical
Projects Include:

• Lynn County Courthouse, Tahoka, TX
• Hamilton County Courthouse, Hamilton, TX
  
• Cooke County Courthouse HVAC Evaluation and Improvements, Gainesville, TX
  
• Lampasas County Courthouse, Lampasas, TX
  
• 714 Main St. Fort Worth, TX
  
• Tarrant County Courthouse, Fort Worth, TX
  
• Old Jail Art Center Kitchen Renovation
  
• Flat Iron Building, Fort Worth, TX
  
• USPS, Downtown Fort Worth, Replace Boilers, Fort Worth, TX 
  
• Victory Arts Center, Fort Worth, TX
  
• Parker County Courthouse, Weatherford, TX
  
• Rose Marine Theater Renovation, Fort Worth, TX
  
• North Fort Worth High School / JP Elder Annex, Fort Worth, TX
  
• The Modern Museum at Sundance, Fort Worth, TX
  
• Jack County Courthouse, Jacksboro, TX
  
• VA Medical Center – Building 1 HVAC Infrastructure Upgrade, Dallas, TX
  
• Lily B. Clayton Elementary School, Fort Worth ISD, Fort Worth, TX