Readiness Center, Armory Additions and Renovation
Southington, CT
CT DPW /CT Army National Guard (ARNG)
Fed/State/Mil
The Southington Armory required renovations and additions to accommodate a Smoke/Decontamination Company assigned to the CT Army National Guard. The program area included: offices, training, storage, dining, and kitchen facilities.
Project awards
- Army SPiRiT Certification for Sustainability
Sustainable features
Deconstruction minimized waste by recycling demolition and construction waste, reusing on-site materials, and monitoring material use. Strict adherence to the applicable energy codes; analyzing alternatives to building insulation, HVAC, and lighting systems; and implementing natural ventilation, daylight, and other passive strategies considerably lowered the armory’s energy demand.
Client collaboration
The project required a firm possessing diverse architectural, engineering and environmental services. S E A worked closely with the CT DPW and the Guard to accommodate the unique requirements of the incoming users including smoke generators, chemical decontamination equipment, and the ability to house a variety of military vehicles.