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SCC Ranch Barn
Utah
Project Type Commercial | Community Use
Year Completed 2022
Project Size 4142 sq ft
SIPS Used 12" Jumbo R-Control Roof
Sustainable Features Premier SIPS
Awards 2023 BEA Winner Classic Renovations
Architect Treo Architects
Contractor Austin-Witzdam Builders
Project Overview
SCC Ranch Barn
End Use: End use of the building is a multi-functional gathering space, including a pottery studio, art gallery, and central theater space, tailored specifically for dance and music performance.
Why SIPs: This project is a remodel of a 100+ year old barn: ensuring compliance with modern codes, thermal performance and structural integrity were particularly challenging. SIP construction was critical in accomplishing these goals efficiently.
Benefits of SIPs: The structural capabilities of SIPs panels allowed us to preserve the original structural frame (and all-important character) of the building and provide a high-performance envelope with minimal additional framing. Given the remote location of the project, SIPs considerably simplified material sourcing and saved on labor costs. The thermal performance of the SIPs was critical in meeting the thermal envelope requirements for the project climate.
Innovative Design Elements: The existing building structure was insufficient and needed to be entirely re-engineered; the aesthetic goal of the project was to maintain the appearance and interior character of the existing building. By means of SIPs, new foundation and piers, and targeted use of corbeling, shear walls, and new heavy timber beams, we were able to preserve nearly all existing wall and roof framing as visible inside of the structure.
HVAC: Ductless Mini-Splits
Energy-Saving Materials Used:
- +/- R-30 closed cell foam insulation in frame walls
- R-10 rigid vertical insulation at foundation
- Window U-values are 0.30 max
Client Comments:
"The thermal performance of the SIPs was critical in meeting the thermal envelope requirements for the project climate. "
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