Allen + Shariff provided MEP/FP engineering design services for a new 60,000 square-foot core and shell tech/flex building located at the former Carrie Furnace site along the Monongahela River, adjacent to the Rankin Bridge.

As a shell space, the installed mechanical design has enough gas-fired heat to keep the building occupiable. The building was designed with utility services to handle up to (6) 25-ton rooftop units. These systems are sufficient to provide a comfortable environment for light manufacturing, R&D, or office buildout tenants.

The building is electrically fed from a 480/277V, 3 phase, 4 wire, 2500-amp switchboard. The switchboard feeds the house electrical loads and is setup to feed three future tenants. LED light fixtures are used for the exterior building and site lighting.

The project is part of a much broader vision. A second 60,000 square-foot core and shell flex/office building will be constructed in conjunction with the Pittsburgh Film Office. Future plans include six sound stages, a carpentry shop, production facilities, and make-up and wardrobe studios, among others.

Project Details

Client: Pieper O’Brien Herr Architects

Square Footage: 60,000

Services: MEP Engineering