Whittier College
Science & Learning Center
Whittier, CA
KCS West provided general contracting services for the renovation of the existing science building which includes four stories with penthouse totaling 90,811 sf. Existing building is reinforced concrete slabs supported by structural steel beams and columns. Work includes seismic strengthening of existing concrete shear walls, partial exterior wall replacement, complete replacement of MEP systems and interior space.
The newly renovated building includes a roof top terrace learning deck, two story building lobby/learning hub, sculptural stair within the lobby, teaching and research wet and dry laboratories, lab support spaces, classrooms, and student study spaces.