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Tristar Summit Medical Center Patient Tower Expansion

Location
Ohio
Market
Federal Government
Services
Architecture / Interior Design / Engineering

The Challenge

In 1934, Building 23 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base was constructed as an aircraft hangar and test facility. More than 70 years later, the U.S. Air Force wanted to renovate the building to provide a modern lab facility for state-of-the-art energy research. It requested a design that retains the historic feel and aesthetic of the original building, while also creating a modern interior that meets security and force protection requirements.

The Solution

A three-story facility was created within the existing brick shell, adding new spaces for material processing, data acquisition, operations, and fabrication. The design also had special acoustical needs due to the use of vibration-sensitive equipment such as lasers and optical equipment. The superstructure is composed of a structural steel frame and designed to resist collapse in accordance with Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) requirements.

Barge Design Solutions provided HVAC, plumbing, steam, lighting and power distribution, communications and security, utilities, storm drainage, lighting protection, and fire protection. Site work included sidewalks, curbs and gutters, access drive control systems, and site upgrades to meet AT/FP requirements. Architectural and interior design were also included as part of the project.

The Impact

The renovation of Building 23 was a testament to Barge's engineering expertise and commitment to excellence. Barge successfully transformed a historic asset into a modern, sustainable, and secure facility, meeting the evolving needs of the U.S. Air Force. The team's ability to balance preservation with innovation while also prioritizing sustainability and security positioned Barge as a valuable partner in this critical project. The project exceeded the original goal of designing to a LEED Silver level, making it the first LEED Gold building on the base.

The Challenge

TriStar Summit Medical Center needed to expand to meet growing patient demand while maintaining efficient operations within an active hospital campus. The project required integrating new patient care spaces with existing facilities, improving the arrival experience for patients and visitors, and planning for future growth without disrupting current services. Accommodating immediate clinical needs while allowing for phased expansion as demand increases was essential.

The Solution

The 117,700-square-foot expansion added a three-story patient tower with a 16-bed intensive care unit, new kitchen and dining areas, and renovated lobby spaces. Thoughtfully designed connections to the existing campus improve patient flow and staff efficiency, while strategically planned shell space and a structure designed for future vertical expansion of up to nine floors provide flexibility for growth.

The Impact

Delivered on time and within budget through a highly collaborative process, the expansion enhances the patient and visitor experience, supports clinical operations, and positions the medical center to accommodate future demand. The project’s team-centered approach ensured alignment on goals, proactive problem-solving, and efficient decision-making, meeting the operational and strategic objectives of the health system.

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Architecture / Interior Design
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