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. . . . .' . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r- ~~, ~." '"' .;v- l'" I /U ,./.~............\~\ ~ ...- ~."- .r ....,;;::-...... .. _ _ III __- -. I~ ~ ?Approoch tofroject Design ,. :I Mechanical Systems Design In analyzing mechanical systems solutions for the aquatics space, we know there are numerous variables to consider in providing the appropriate ventilation to the harsh environment of this room. The YMCA has years of success (and unfortunately some less successful) with this equipment. The YMCA's experience coupled with our experience and ability to understand these complicated issues will create a solution that will not only provide a safe environment for the occupants but provide many years of uncomplicated operation and maintenance. 'I Budget Management Budget management must also be mentioned in any discussion of team collaboration and participation. The BWBR team believes budget management is absolutely integral to any project success. All of our past large YMCA projects have finished on or under budget and on or ahead of schedule. Teaming with your construction manager and owner's representative, we seek to manage the total project budget, not just the construction budget. We will examine the project budget with you to assure everyone shares a realistic set of expectations from the beginning. We customarily recommend including alternates in the bidding documents to provide for budget flexibility and market uncertainty as well as staying on schedule in this proactive manner. Design for Greatest Value When the YMCA finally moves into the new faciliry, the construction afforded by the project design will be pleasing inside and outside for years to come. It will be a durable building through smart design, which will have considered and potentially included recycled materials. It will not rely on bland rugged materials. It can be easily envisioned that the site will have stormwater rain gardens, biofiltration characteristics, reclaimed site materials and many more "green" features. The design will allow the YMCA to function in a manner they wish to do so today (like fully implementing the new Gullick principles for members and providing multi-purpose spaces) and allow for efficient alterations and additions in the years to come (due to the success of the YMCAs, there are very few Minneapolis YMCA facilities that exist as they were originally built). Interior finishes will have been evaluated for cost and life cost and most importantly originally specified into the project using national YM CA standards. Uncompromising Service and Leadership In the end, our approach to the design and management of this project can be characterized as straightforward common sense. We'll ask good questions, keep discussions focused, encourage and build consensus, be flexible while exercising good judgement, and last, but certainly not least, be uncompromising in the qualiry of service we provide. proposal for Architectural and Engineering Services \ Elk River YMCA \ January 2007 \ 31 ~ BWBR ~'7