FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly

FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly

FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - DoorFAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - Table, Chair, PatioFAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - Windows, FacadeFAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - Table, Chair, WindowsFAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - More Images+ 5

Text description provided by the architects. Leo A Daly architects has recently completed Flordia Atlantic University's College of Computer Science and Engineering Building. The new building holds the numerous different labs of the Computer Science and Engineering Programs within a building that leads the way for Florida’s academic buildings in technology and sustainability.

FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - Image 6 of 10
©  Island Studios Photography - Stuart Gobey

The FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building is the first LEED Platinum certified building in southeast Florida. Leo A Daly employed both cutting edge technologies and established smart practices when designing the new facility.

Exterior Perspective 1

In order to regulate temperature in the five story building, the FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building uses chilled beam technology as well as geothermal wells. The building is also oriented to minimize heat gain, maintain a standard 78 degrees, and reduce energy costs.

FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - Table, Chair, Windows
©  Island Studios Photography - Stuart Gobey

The design of the building takes advantage of its Florida setting. Daylight floods the laboratories, and is also used to heat the building’s hot water. Native vegetation has been used around the FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building to encourage biodiversity in the plants and animals around the school. Wetlands and retention ponds have also been created.

FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - Waterfront, Facade, Windows
©  Island Studios Photography - Stuart Gobey

The FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building also earned points towards its LEED Platinum status with its proximity to public transportation. They further encourage transportation alternatives to driving through the inclusion of bicycle storage and changing rooms in the new building.

Exterior Perspective 2

Through both simple solutions and advanced technologies the FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building encourages sustainability in Florida building practices. Leo A Daly produced a building that provides all the facilities necessary for the school, in a responsible and appealing new package.

FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly - Door
©  Island Studios Photography - Stuart Gobey

Project gallery

See allShow less

Project location

Address:Boca Raton, Florida, United States

Click to open map
Location to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.
About this office
Cite: "FAU College of Computer Science and Engineering Building / Leo A Daly" 29 Aug 2011. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/164325/fau-college-of-computer-science-and-engineering-building-leo-a-daly> ISSN 0719-8884

You've started following your first account!

Did you know?

You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.