Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

SGH assisted DS+R, the design architect, and EHDD Architecture, the architect of record, with designing the building enclosure, including below-grade waterproofing, roofing, curtain walls, and metal panel systems. Highlights of our work include the following:

• Reviewing design concepts and recommending ways to improve performance
• Helping select building enclosure systems and developing details for integrating the various systems
• Outlining performance, material, and installation requirements for the metal panel systems to include in project specifications
• Working with the design-assist contractor for the metal panels to develop the custom metal facade design
• Providing construction administration services for the metal panel facade
• Inspecting installation of below-grade waterproofing on behalf of the owner

Working for the university, SGH peer reviewed the structural design, including seismic upgrades and modifications to existing structures along with construction of a new addition.  Highlights of our work include the following:

• Reviewing structural drawings, specifications, and calculations for conformance to code requirements and appropriate practice
• Coordinating with the structural engineer of record to address comments
• Meeting with the campus seismic review committee to discuss the review