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1. BUILDINGS

DESIGN STANDARDS

1.4 Interior Spaces Design Principles

GENERAL

Type IV: Dormitory Rooms and Support Spaces

Cadet dormitory rooms, support spaces and private bathrooms must conform to these standards. Rooms must accommodate cadets’ needs for sleep, privacy and study, yet maintain a compatibility with the austerity of the Cadet Area architecture. Low maintenance and high durability are requirements. White tones must be incorporated to generally enliven and brighten the space.

A Walls > Walls are to be of a monolithic material and one color.

> The entry door wall must be wood veneer with a wood veneer door to match. Paint the other three walls white.

> Paint perimeter heating to match the walls.

> The base of wood veneer walls must be in wood. The base of painted walls must be an applied straight rubber base.

B Accent Walls > One wall in the support spaces must be articulated as an accent wall in a primary color.

C Window Walls > The windows are to be equipped with curtains at the interior side extending from the ceiling to the window sill across the width of the room. The curtain rod is to be recessed in the ceiling.

> For window walls also see Interior Circulation 2.3, 2.4, Type IX.

D Ceiling > Ceilings are to be painted gypsum wall board or the painted structure. Illuminate rooms with 1 foot by 4 feet fluorescent fixtures with white trim, mounted in the center of the room (see Interior Lighting 4.5, 4.6).

E Flooring > Use Academy-standardized carpet, coordinated through the Command Architect.

> In the support spaces, incorporate borders in the carpet.

F Appliances > Provide lavatory units for each double room. The lavatory top is to be a continuous enclosed counter with an apron, covering the sink plumbing and closet doors. The sink is to be cast integrally with the countertop.

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Fig. 1.4.9 Dormitory room for two cadets

Fig. 1.4.11 Dormitory room with lavatory unitFig. 1.4.10 Wood veneer wall and entry door painted structural ceiling

Academy furniture system carpet flooring, applied base window wall with curtains mounted 4’x1’ fluorescent fixture

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GENERAL

Type V: Dining Hall

The Dining Hall currently exists as a modern and timeless architectural statement. Maintain this building in its original state. New materials must exactly match the existing in both color and quality.

The Staff Tower must provide an atmosphere of prominence. Upgraded standards apply in the dining hall for high ranking officials, visitors and cadets dining in that area. The entry vestibule must conform to the standards enumerated in the Interior Circulation Section 2.3, 2.4, Type XII. Pantries and kitchens must conform to health and safety codes. White tones must be used to enliven and brighten the space.

A Walls > White aggregate panel walls are to be used on the main level.

> The panelized opaque service wall will be maintained on the main level. Incorporate all doors on the service wall so that they appear part of the panelized wall system. The panelization must conform to the governing grid and coordinate with the staff tower in order to achieve a unity between both wall planes.

> Reception area walls on the staff tower level are to have a recessed base with fabric panels extending from the top of the base to the ceiling and exposed aluminum trim. The panels must extend the entire length of the wall with a recessed base.

> The panelization for both walls must match or complement each other and conform to the dimensions of the governing grid.

> The columns are to be clad with aluminum panels.

B Accent Walls > There are no accent walls for the Dining Hall.

C Window Walls > Provide shades (Mecho or equivalent) on window walls to emphasize the view of the natural landscape.

> The shading system must be capable of reducing energy expenditures for lighting and air conditioning. The shading system must be mountable inside the window mullion to provide convective air flow at bottom of shade. The fascia must be flush or have a recessed head pocket. The system must have manual and electric control options and black-out shade capability. The shades must have preset stop locations in the system mechanism for uniform alignment capability, creating consistency for both interior and exterior views.

> For specifications of window walls, see Building Enclosure 1.2, 1.3, Type III.

D Ceiling > For specifications of the ceiling system see Building Enclosure 1.2,1.3, Type III.

E Flooring > Terrazzo flooring, matching the original, is to be used throughout the main Dining Hall and Staff Tower.

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Fig. 1.4.12 Dining Hall

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GENERAL

Type VI: Athletic Facilities

When possible, the governing grid must be used for both plan and elevations. Circulation paths, office space and locker rooms must conform to the standards set forth for each functional category.

> Follow interior guidelines for comparable use, such as Instructional Spaces, Primary Circulation Corridors, Lobbies / Stairways and Elevator Lobbies (see Interior Circulation 2.4, 2.5, Interior Furnishings 5.3, 5.4).

Type VII: Retail / Recreational / Service Functions

Retail, recreational and service functions must conform to standards. Relate special function areas in design intent to their surroundings, creating diversity while maintaining the integrity of the Academy architecture.

> Follow interior guidelines for comparable use, such as Instructional Spaces, Primary Circulation Corridors, Lobbies / Stairways and Elevator Lobbies (see Interior Spaces 1.4, 1.5, Interior Circulation 2.4, 2.5, Interior Furnishings 5.3, 5.4).

> Wood trim is prohibited. Paint trusswork a shade darker than the wall of the space.

> Relate finish selections and lighting directly to the atmosphere intended for the function.

Type VIII: Cafés / Restaurants / Bookstores / Clubs

In general, cafes, restaurants, bookstores, clubs and areas of a similarly public nature must conform to upgraded standards. Create a diversity and interest among these special function spaces that separates them from typical functions, while maintaining a high level of design intent and quality.

> Follow interior guidelines for comparable use, such as Instructional Spaces, Dining Hall, Primary Circulation Corridors, Lobbies / Stairways and Elevator Lobbies (see Interior Spaces 1.4, 1.5, Interior Circulation 2.4, 2.5, Interior Furnishings 5.3, 5.4).

> Enclose spaces within forms that adhere to the governing grid.

> Relate finish selections and lighting directly to the atmosphere intended for the function.

> Do not obstruct window walls. No commercial signs are to be mounted to window walls (see Interior Lighting 4.5, 4.6).

> Design to evoke the spirit of modernism and do not deviate to other styles.

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GENERAL

Introduction

The construction guidelines of interior spaces are distinguished by type as outlined in design principles. Each type is organized by design element. The design elements include Walls, Accent Walls, Window Walls, Ceiling, Flooring and Appliances. Design elements shared by interior circulation spaces, including Doors / Frames, Stairs / Handrails, and Elevators, are described in Interior Circulation 2.5. Each design element is specified by material, finish, color and dimensions where applicable.

1.5 Interior Spaces Construction Guidelines

Overview

These standards preserve the basic concept and detailing of the original design. The interiors must continue the level of deliberate placement and precise detail achieved in the Academy architecture.

Prior to all remodeling projects, distinguish between interior architecture and interior design. Elements of interior architecture must be preserved and restored to their original state. Elements of interior design must be up-to-date and modern and are not to be used to recreate 1950’s interiors. All interiors must conform to the standards specified in the following chapters:

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Performance

> The functions requiring a minimum of full height partitions are: instructional classrooms and laboratories, conference rooms, private offices for high level personnel, gymnasiums and airmen dormitory rooms.

Acoustical Acoustical criteria can be expressed in both a sound transmission classification (STC) criteria and a noise criteria level (NC). The parameters for noise control applicable to the different functions are as follows:

Sound Transmission Classification Classroom to classroom STC 47 Office to office STC 47 Dorm room to dorm room STC 47 Private room to circulation space STC 47 Toilet rooms to occupied space STC 47 Occupied space to equipment rooms STC 55

Noise Criteria Level Occupied spaces NC 35 Toilets, lobbies, circulation paths NC 40 Kitchen NC 50

Auditorium > Background Noise Criteria - Wall, floor and ceiling constructions and the impact of the mechanical systems must not be less than the ambient sound level in the NC 25-30 range.

> Sound Isolation Requirements - Moderate to high sound isolation is a requirement. Floor, ceiling and stud walls with multiple layers of gypsum board and glass fiber batt insulation with a STC 50-55 and gasketed acoustically rated doors must be used for proper sound insulation.

> Room Finish Materials - The acoustical environment is based on a reverberation time of

0.5 to 1.0 second. Surface finishes should include suspended sound-absorbing elements at the ceiling and acoustically absorptive panels (NRC 7 or greater) on approximately 50% of the side wall area and 100% of the rear wall area.

Divisional > Background Noise Criteria - Wall, floor and ceiling constructions and the impact of the Conference mechanical systems must be less than the ambient sound level in the NC 30-35 range.

Room > Sound Isolation Requirements - High sound isolation is a requirement. Floor, ceiling and stud walls with multiple layers of gypsum board and glass fiber batt insulation with a STC 50-55 and acoustically rated doors must be used for proper sound insulation.

> Room Finish Materials - The acoustical environment is based on controlling unwanted reverberation and sound reflection. Surface finishes, where practical, must include carpeting.

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A Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Wall Gypsum wallboard Painted PPG#2541”abbey” 1.5.1 Base, applied Rubber base Black 4” 1.5.5 Wall, acoustic Panel, fabric wrapped Butt jointed Medium tone Base, recessed Metal Cove on hard surface Black 4” Chalkboard To match original Black 1.5.1 1.5.1 Marker board Metal Polished White 1.5.2 Trim Aluminum Anodized Clear 3/4” Projection booths Frame Metal Painted White Windows Glass Clear

D Ceiling Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Suspended grid system Armstrong “Cirrus” tile White 2’-0” x 2’-0” 1.5.3 1.5.1 Grid Metal Painted White 9/16" track 1.5.4 1.5.1

E Flooring

Flooring VCT Light gray 1’-0” x 1’-0” 1.5.1 Flooring, labs Seamless vinyl Light gray

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Fig. 1.5.3 Ceiling system

Fig. 1.5.1 Chalkboard wall Fig. 1.5.2 Marker board wall

Fig. 1.5.4 Ceiling system cove

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A Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Wall, standard Gypsum wallboard Painted PPG#2541”abbey” 1.5.2 – 1.5.4 Base (on carpet) Rubber Gray 4” Cove base (hard surface) Rubber Black 4” 1.5.3 Wall, upgraded Fabric panel Fabric wrapped, Medium tone butt jointed Wood panel Wood veneer To match existing 3'-6" wide 1.5.2 – 1.5.4 bookmatched Wood panel reveals Wood To mathc existing 1/2" 1.5.2, 1.5.7 Base, upgraded Recessed metal Painted Black 4” 1.5.3 Partitions, conference 1.5.5 Solid panels (insulated) Metal Painted or coated White Glass panels Metal frame Painted White Glass Clear

C Window Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Structural cladding 1.5.6 Columns Aluminum Anodized Clear 3/16” thick 1.5.5 Reveal to structural frame Aluminum Anodized Clear 1-1/2" w, 3/4" d 1.5.5 Primary mullions Aluminum Anodized Clear 2-1/2" w 1.5.5 Sash window, Aluminum Anodized Clear 1-1/2” w operable vent frame Panels Metal panel interior clad Plastic laminate Matte Black 1.5.6 Trim Aluminum Anodized Clear 1” 1.5.6 Hardware Stainless steel Brushed Chrome Shading Mechoshade® 2100 or Vinyl/polyester 8 – 12% Pewter 3014 or 1.5.7 equivalent shade cloth basket weave openness equivalent Vertical guides Aluminum Anodized Clear 2-1/2"

D Ceiling Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Structural ceiling Concrete Plastered, painted PPG#2541”abbey” Suspended grid system Armstrong “Cirrus” tile White 2’-0” x 2’-0” 1.5.8 1.5.2, 1.5.5 Grid Metal Painted White 9/16" track 1.5.2, 1.5.5 Reveal at wall, standard Metal Painted White 1/2" 1.5.2 Border at wall, upgraded Gypsum wallboard Painted White 3" 1.5.2

E Flooring Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Flooring Carpet Broadloom Graphic textured loop Academy standard 1.5.9 Carpet tile Tile glued down with Graphic textured loop Academy standard attached pad

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Fig. 1.5.7 Shading blinds

Fig. 1.5.6 Window wall

Fig. 1.5.5 Partition walls, conference rooms

Fig. 1.5.9 Carpet flooring with applied baseFig. 1.5.8 Dropped soffit

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A Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Wall Gypsum wallboard Painted PPG#2541”abbey” 1.5.8 – 1.5.10 Wall, wet Ceramic tile Matte Light gray 2” x 2” 1.5.10 1.5.10 – 1.5.14 Grout Mortar Medium gray Wet base Ceramic tile Matte Dark gray 2” x 2” 1.5.13 Corner guard Stainless steel Brushed Chrome 2” x 2” x 4’ Toilet partitions Santana HTP plastic Matte White 1.5.11 or equivalent

B Accent Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Wall, wet Ceramic tile Matte Blue 2” x 2” Grout Mortar Dark gray Wet base Ceramic tile Matte Dark gray 2” x 2”

D Ceiling Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Structural ceiling Concrete Plastered, painted PPG#2541”abbey” Flat ceiling Gypsum wallboard Painted PPG#2541”abbey” 1.5.9, 1.5.12 Shower ceiling Ceramic tile Matte To match wall tile 2” x 2”

E Flooring Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Wet flooring Ceramic tile Matte Medium gray 2” x 2” 1.5.12 1.5.13 Grout Mortar Medium gray Locker rooms Ceramic tile Matte Medium gray 2” x 2”

F Furnishings Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Sink Porcelain Glazed, self-rimming White 1.5.13 Integrated soap dispenser Stainless steel Brushed Chrome Sink, upgraded Porcelain Glazed White 1.5.14 Reveal to wall 1" 1.5.15 Integrated soap dispenser Stainless steel Brushed Chrome 1.5.15 Vanity Corian Solid surface White Mirror frame Stainless steel Brushed Chrome 3/4”

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Fig. 1.5.10 Ceramic tile wall Fig. 1.5.11 Toilet partitions

Fig. 1.5.12 Ceramic tile floor Fig. 1.5.13 Porcelain sink

Fig. 1.5.14 Ceiling cove above vanity Fig. 1.5.15 Floating vanity with reveal to wall

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A Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figures Profile Wall 2-way concrete slab Plastered, painted PPG#2541”abbey” system Base Rubber base Gray 4” Cove on hard surface Black 4” Wall, wood veneer Wood veneer, walnut Natural 1.5.16 Structural frame Metal Painted Black 3” 1.5.17 Base, recessed Wood veneer, walnut To match wood veneer To match wall 4” 1.5.18 Reveal to frame Metal Painted Black Closet doors, wood Wood veneer, walnut To match wall Flush with wall veneer Hardware Stainless steel Brushed Chrome

C Window Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Structural cladding Column cladding Aluminum Anodized Clear 3/16” thick 1.5.19 Reveal to structural frame Aluminum Anodized Clear 3/4” w, 3/4” d 1.5.19 Primary mullions Aluminum Anodized Clear 2-1/2 w, 1.5.19 1-1/4" d cap Secondary mullions Aluminum Anodized Clear 1-1/2” w Insect screen Aluminum frame Anodized Clear 1-1/2” w Panels Metal panel interior clad Plastic laminate Matte Black 1.5.19 Trim Aluminum Anodized Clear 1” Hardware Stainless steel Brushed Chrome Curtains Textile Academy blue Protection guide Aluminum sheet Anodized, Clear metal non-directional

D Ceiling Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Flat ceiling Gypsum wallboard Painted PPG#2541”abbey”

E Flooring Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Flooring Carpet Broadloom Graphic textured loop Academy standard Carpet tile Tile glued down with Graphic textured loop Academy standard attached pad

F Furnishings Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Lavatory unit Plastic laminate Matte Blue Sink Porcelain Glazed, self-rimming White Integrated soap dispenser Stainless steel Brushed Chrome

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Fig. 1.5.18 Door wall with reveal to structural frame Fig. 1.5.19 Window wall with curtains

Fig. 1.5.16 Door wall to ceiling Fig. 1.5.17 Door wall base

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TYPE V: DINING HALL CADET AREA

A Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Wall main level Plastic laminate panel Matte White 1.5.20 Trim Stainless steel Brushed Clear Base, recessed Stainless steel Brushed Clear 4” Wall Staff Tower Fabric wrapped To match Academy panel blue Base, recessed Stainless steel Brushed Chrome 4” Structural columns Steel Painted Black 1.5.21 Column cladding Aluminum Anodized Clear

C Window Walls Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Structural cladding 1.5.22 Column cladding Aluminum Anodized Clear 3/16” thick Reveal to structural frame Aluminum Anodized Clear 3/4” x 1” Primary mullions Aluminum Anodized Clear 2-1/2".

Secondary mullions Aluminum Anodized Clear 1 1/4” + 1 1/2” Insect screen Aluminum frame Anodized Clear 1-1/2” Panels Metal panel interior clad Plastic laminate Matte Black Trim Aluminum Anodized Clear 1” Hardware Stainless steel Brushed Chrome Shades Textile, folded Academy blue 1.5.23 Vertical guides Aluminum Anodized Clear 2-1/2”

D Ceiling Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Coffer ceiling Metal To match original To match original To match 1.5.24 original

E Flooring Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Figure Profile Flooring main level Terrazzo To match original Brown-gray 3’-6” square to match original Joints Zinc strips To match original Flooring Staff Tower Terrazzo To match original White to 3’-6” square match original

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Fig. 1.5.24 Coffer ceiling

Fig. 1.5.21 Base of column to flooring

Fig. 1.5.23 Horizontal shading systemFig. 1.5.22 Base of window wall

Fig. 1.5.20 Panel wall main floor

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2. CIRCULATION

USAFA

and you are doing in the Concept Design Phase, in the Schematic Design Phase, in the Detail Design / Installation Phase, Architectural Design,

2.1 Site Circulation

Planning Principles Campus Cadet Area Community Center Housing Areas (Privatized) Service & Supply Area Airfield

2.3 Site Circulation

Construct. Guidelines Paving / Surfacing Curbs / Drainage read this:

2.5 Interior

Circulation Construct. Guidelines Performance Primary Circulation Secondary Circulation Lobbies & Stairways Elevator Lobbies

2.4 Interior Circulation

Design Principles Design Framework Design Element Standards Primary Circulation Secondary Circulation Lobbies & Stairways Elevator Lobbies read this:

2.2 Site Circulation

Design Principles Roads Parking Pathways

2.3 Site Circulation

Construct. Guidelines Paving / Surfacing Curbs / Drainage

2.2 Site Circulation

Design Principles Roads Parking Pathways read this:

2.1 Site Circulation

Planning Principles Campus Cadet Area Community Center Housing Areas (Privatized) Service & Supply Area Airfield

2.2 Site Circulation

Design Principles Roads Parking Pathways read this:

If you are working on the design of circulation, and you are:

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2. CIRCULATION

2.1 Site Circulation Planning Principles

GENERAL

Introduction

The campus is composed of sub-areas, special function areas, landscape areas, and transportation corridors, as depicted on the location map on the fold out. This chapter discusses roads, parking and pathways throughout the campus and, in particular, the sub-areas, including the Cadet Area, Community Center Area, Service and Supply Area, Airfield and the Housing Areas.

In addition to the general planning principles of roads, parking and pathways, which apply for the entire campus, there are specific planning principles for each sub-area.

The Academy circulation system must effectively maintain the separation of public, private and service vehicular traffic and rely on pedestrian circulation for personnel movement within the sub-areas.

Anti-terrorism and Force Protection criteria must be considered in all site circulation designs. The primary standard is UFC 4-010-01 (latest edition).

LEED Standards as issued by the U.S. Green Building Council must be considered and applied for all projects.

The USAFA goal is to meet a “Silver” rating or greater on all projects.

Overview

These standards are intended to preserve the Academy’s master plan design integrity and the high aesthetic quality of the campus. They aim to minimize the visual impact of roads, parking and pathways while making them attractive, safe and easy to maintain. All site circulation must conform to the standards specified in the following chapters:

2.1 Site Circulation Planning Principles p. 94

2.2 Site Circulation Design Principles p. 100

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GENERAL

Campus Circulation

I Roads

Entry into the Academy proceeds from the interstate highway, to the interchange, to the access road and then to the Academy gates. Each aspect of this movement contributes to the image one has of the Academy before the campus is entered.

> The visual quality of the entry sequence must be maintained at the highest level.

> No additional interchanges other than the two along the eastern edge of the Academy and no additional entrances to the base other than the North Gate and South Gate Boulevards are to be provided.

> All roads must be designed for the appropriate function according to the three levels of road hierarchy: primary, secondary and tertiary.

> Primary internal circulator roadways are to connect the entry points of the Academy’s sub-areas. Except for the portion of the North Gate Boulevard, these roadways are generally undivided, two-lane, two-way roadways.

> Secondary internal access roads are to provide local access throughout the base.

> Tertiary roads are to be unpaved access roads or residential streets within the housing areas.

> All roads through developed areas must have at least one walkway on one side of the road.

> Separated service drives are encouraged. Provide service drives through parking areas when appropriate, keeping access as distant from the main entrance of the facility as possible.

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II Parking

> Create parking areas that will serve two or more facilities whenever possible.

> Site parking areas to minimize disruption of soil, vegetation and drainage and maximize use of the natural environment.

> Provide below-grade parking structures or off-street parking where possible. Streets must not be double-loaded with parking lots. On-street parallel parking spaces are discouraged. Enclosed, freestanding multi-story parking garages are prohibited.

> Designate adequate space for motorcycle and bicycle parking near building entrances within the vehicle parking lots.

> Develop specially assigned areas for oversized vehicles.

> Comply with all force protection stand-off distances from building.

> A buffer of green or a separation, like a sidewalk or median, must be provided between buildings and parking lots (see Open Space 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, Type II). The landscaping of existing lots must be upgraded as necessary to meet these guidelines.

> Parking lots must be as unobtrusive as possible while providing safe and convenient parking for their users.

III Pathways

> Provide a hierarchical network of pathways with each path designed for the volume oftraffic, destination and nature of experience.

> To minimize grades, site pathways and trails parallel to contours whenever possible.

> Use ramps to provide access for the disabled.

> For information on exterior stairs, see Open Space 3.2, 3.3, Type V.

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CADET AREA

Cadet Area Circulation

I Roads

A hierarchy of roads constitutes the vehicular circulation network. Perimeter roads provide a route around the Cadet Area and access to Cadet Area facilities. A subordinate system of roadways ring the buildings, one level below the Terrazzo, providing service access and additional close-in parking.

> Visitor traffic within the Cadet Area is restricted to the entrance boulevard, the Visitor

Center parking lot and the roadways and parking areas serving athletic events.

> Direct Chapel visitor traffic to the nearby Visitor’s Center parking. Chapel access must be limited to vehicles essential to its operation, including those for the Chapel, General Officers, handicapped, wedding parties and funerals.

> With the exception of the Cadet Chapel, every building in the Cadet Area must have an independent service access area.

II Parking

> Parking demands in the Cadet Area, to the greatest extent possible, must be accommodated by providing enclosed parking under any new buildings constructed in the area.

> Locate parking for faculty and staff adjacent to buildings.

> Because of the restrictions placed on cadet automobile use, lots for cadet parking are to be considered long-term and are the most remote.

III Pathways

Cadet pathways are formed by the functional organization of the Cadet Area.

> Pedestrian circulation on the Terrazzo occurs around the perimeter of the central lawn.

This circulation area must accommodate squadron formations and movement, as well as the normal movement of cadets during class changes and other times.

> Link the major exterior spaces to individual buildings of the Cadet Area with protected arcade and courtyard networks.

> Locate all new buildings within a reasonable walking distance of each other to reduce horizontal and vertical circulation. Major new buildings must be integrated with the pedestrian circulation systems established in the three terrace levels of the Cadet Area (see Buildings 1.1).

> For information on exterior stairs, see Open Space 3.2, 3.3, Type V.

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COMMUNITY CENTER AREA

Community Center Area Circulation 3

I Roads

The vehicular circulation system is a hierarchical system with Community Center Drive serving as the major east-west connector road, bringing traffic into the Community Center Area from the rest of the campus. Five access roads feed traffic from Community Center Drive to the parking lots. No through traffic is possible from east to west within the area. This was done to separate the service-related activities on the western portion of the site from the residential and recreational area on the eastern portion of the site and to encourage pedestrian use of the site.

> Service traffic must be directed to receiving areas visually screened and located away from public areas.

II Parking

> See general Site Circulation Planning Principles.

III Pathways

The east and west halves of the site are linked by a pedestrian circulation system which is separate and distinct from the vehicular circulation system. A 14-foot wide covered pathway links the commons with groups of buildings of similar function. This path coincides with the major interior circulation of the retail and Community Center buildings. All main entries of buildings are oriented to this pathway. Secondary pathways accommodate pedestrian circulation within each functional area.

> For information on exterior stairs, see Open Space 3.2, 3.3, Type V.

HOUSING AREAS

Housing Areas Circulation

The Family Housing Areas have been privatized. All proposed changes must be coordinated with the 10 CES Project Manager and 10 CES Housing Manager.

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SERVICE AND SUPPLY AREA

Service and Supply Area Circulation

I Roads

The vehicular system is composed of a non-hierarchical road network linked to vehicular parking areas which are defined by type of use. The road network includes a main loop, from which all portions of the site are accessible (including the industrial area on the western half of the site) and an inner loop running north-south, which affords primary access to theadministration zone.

> Service circulation does not require a separate roadway system.

> Allocate sufficient circulation space for large trucks and buses for access to loading docks and service bays.

II Parking

> Provide short-term automobile (including private vans and small trucks) parking for administrative, recreational and retail uses.

> Provide secure parking areas for transport vehicles such as buses, service vehicles, and equipment within the central portion of the site (within the main loop road). Allocate space within these parking areas for circulation of delivery and service vehicles and access to loading docks, delivery and maintenance bays fronting onto these lots.

III Pathways

A pedestrian system, defined by a pathway away from the street edge, links the buildings within the administrative, recreational and retail zones.

> For information on exterior stairs, see Open Space 3.2, 3.3, Type V.

AIRFIELD

Airfield Circulation

I Roads

The primary vehicular route serving this sub-area is Airfield Drive, which ends at the complex of command buildings on the eastern side of the site. Talon Drive links the western side of the airfield to this main road. Additionally, Airfield Access Road links the conrol area to the primary vehicular route.

II Parking

Adequate vehicular parking is designated near the appropriate facilities on both sides of theairfield. Parking is not differentiated by type of use or condition.

III Pathways

There is no pedestrian circulation system in the airfield sub-area because of limited pedestrian movement between buildings.

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All roads, parking and pathways conform to the general design principles. There are no sub-area specific design principles.

I Roads > Create and maintain unobstructed lines of sight at intersections beginning 45 feet from each intersection corner. This area forms a triangle which must be clear from 2 to 6 feet in height. Provide intersections with appropriate radii based on the type of road and vehicle.

> Protect buildings and pathways with standard cylinder stainless steel bollards. Provide standard pressure-treated wood posts along roads where necessary (see Site Furnishings 5.1, 5.2).

> Sidewalks along major roads must be 7 feet wide on at least one side of the road.

Sidewalks along minor roads must be at least 3 feet, 6 inches. Walks must be set back 5 feet from the curb and set back from the road where possible.

> Restrict bicycle lanes to one-way traffic flow. Off-road bicycle lanes must be 6 feet wide with an additional two foot buffer next to the road. The outside edge of the bicycle lane must either be curbed or contain an extended shoulder area. Use pavement markings and associated signing to create bike paths along existing roadways.

> Screen service docks with architecturally compatible walls, fencing, or plants. Use the standard panelized fence system, where applicable, to conceal or enclose such docks.

Define the height by the function the fencing is to enclose (see Site Furnishings 5.1, 5.2).

> Keep dumpster pads at least 15 feet from buildings and provide a 20-foot overhead clearance for trash vehicles.

A Paving / > Use only high quality road base and paving materials for paved roads to minimize Surfacing maintenance and convey an image of permanence. Use gravel road base where unpaved roads are subject to erosion and to lessen maintenance requirements.

> Develop aprons at intersections of paved and unpaved roads as a transition. Aprons must be 50 feet long.

> All road markings must be painted striping.

> Fire lanes must be designated with diagonal striping on the pavement.

2.2 Site Circulation Design Principles

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Overview

These standards are intended to preserve the Academy’s master plan design integrity and the high aesthetic quality of the campus. They aim to minimize the visual impact of roads, parking and pathways while making them attractive, safe and easy to maintain. All site circulation must conform to the standards specified in the following chapters:

2.1 Site Circulation Planning Principles p. 94

2.2 Site Circulation Design Principles p. 100

2.3 Site Circulation Construction Guidelines p. 104

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Fig. 2.2.2 Sidewalks are set back from the road Fig. 2.2.3 Service drives, screening of dumpsters, docks

Fig. 2.2.1 Plan of 4-lane divided road, set back sidewalk and crosswalk

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> Distinguish bicycle lanes incorporated into roads or paved pathways with painted striping or signing.

> The standard for defining crosswalks is repetitive white striping approximately 10 feet by 1.5 feet placed parallel to the curb. In areas close to buildings, the crosswalks should follow the governing grid at 7-feet wide striping. Crosswalks are to be painted with non-reflective material.

> Guard rails must conform to those used by the State of Colorado. Include reflective elements for nighttime safety. Guard rails are only to be used on primary roads.

> All bollards near buildings must be cylindrical in shape and made of precast concrete.

Bollards in other areas are to be unpainted, pressure treated posts.

B Curbs/Drainage > All roads at the Academy must have curbs. Roads must have a minimum 8-foot wide paved shoulder with a header curb. Header curbs are to be used to define road edges, protect the paving and preserve existing drainage patterns. Curbing will be replaced in sections, as defined by expansion or control joints, which in turn coordinate with the governing grid. Rural, gravel roads must not have curbing. Do not paint curbs.

> Elements for erosion control, such as catch basins and concrete swales, must be similar in material and form to those existing in the Cadet Area. Do not allow water to drain across asphalt paving.

II Parking

A Paving / > 90 degree parking is generally preferred due to its efficiency. 60 degree parking is Surfacing preferred in the Community Center Area and hospital due to its maneuverability.

> Sidewalks along parking lots are to be at least 7-feet wide to allow for bumper overhang.

> Provide concrete pads for motorcycles (see Site Furnishings 5.1, 5.2).

> Provide the standard bike rack system for securing bicycles at all parking areas to encourage their use (see Site Furnishings 5.1, 5.2).

> Protect bicycle parking from vehicles with bollards. All bollards near buildings must be cylindrical in shape and made of precast concrete. Bollards in other areas are to be unpainted, pressure treated posts.

> Delineate parking stalls with white painted striping.

B Curbs/Drainage > Generally all parking lots at the Academy must have curbs. Roll curbing is preferred for drainage problem areas and is to be used in every parking lot (the use of wheel stops is discouraged).

Do not paint curbs. Curbing will be replaced in sections, as defined by expansion or controljoints, which in turn coordinate with the governing grid. In the Cadet Area, joints in curbing are spaced to match the Terrazzo joint pattern.

> Storm water design must follow Section 438 of the Energy Indenpendence and Security Act (EISA).

III Pathways

> Remotely located paths and fitness trails must be asphalted.

> For information on exterior stairs, see Open Space 3.1, 3.2, Type V.

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sidewalk

Fig. 2.2.4 Section of parking lot with rolling curb and overhang

Fig. 2.2.5 Parking sidewalk natural screening

90’ parking joint follows grid

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2.3 Site Circulation Construction Guidelines

GENERAL

Introduction

The construction guidelines of roads, parking and pathways are general and apply to the whole campus. They are organized by design element as defined in the design principles. The design elements include Paving / Surfacing and Curbs / Drainage. Each design element is specified by material, finish, color and dimensions where applicable.

A Paving / Surfacing Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Base paving Asphalt High quality Dark gray Base surfacing Indigenous granite Decomposed Red / orange Functional diameter Sidewalk Concrete High quality Light gray Joints in 7’ grid Aprons Concrete To match finish of road Gray L 50’-0” Parking near buildings Concrete High quality Light gray Parking general Asphalt High quality Dark gray Paths, trails Asphalt High quality Dark gray Decomposed granite Red / orange

B Curbs / Drainage Elements Material Finish Color Dimensions Header curbs PC Concrete Unpainted Light gray Joints in 7’ grid Roll curbs PC Concrete Unpainted Light gray Joints in 7’ grid Drainage swales PC Concrete To match finish of curbs Light gray

Overview

These standards are intended to preserve the Academy’s master plan design integrity and the high aesthetic quality of the campus. They aim to minimize the visual impact of roads, parking and pathways while making them attractive, safe and easy to maintain. All site circulation must conform to the standards specified in the following chapters:

2.1 Site Circulation Planning Principles p. 94

2.2 Site Circulation Design Principles p. 100

2.3 Site Circulation Construction Guidelines p. 104

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2.3 Site Circulation Construction Guidelines

Fig. 2.3.1 Joints in concrete surfacing Fig. 2.3.2 Aprons as transitions in pavement

Fig. 2.3.3 Visitor trail Fig. 2.3.4 Section of curb types

Fig. 2.3.5 Drainage swale

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Introduction

Distinguish between the different types of interior circulation spaces according to their functions and specific interior design. New interior circulation spaces should follow the existing design standards of the same type.

Each type of interior circulation has specific design principles in addition to the general design framework.

Representative buildings

Type IX: Primary Circulation Corridors Fairchild Hall 1 Type X: Secondary Circulation Corridors Fairchild Hall 1 Type XI: Lobbies and Stairways Fairchild Hall 1 Type XII: Elevator Lobbies Harmon Hall

2.4 Interior Circulation Design Principles

Overview

These standards preserve the basic concept and detailing of the original design. The interiors must continue the level of deliberate placement and precise detail achieved in the Academy architecture.

Prior to all remodeling projects, distinguish between interior architecture and interior design. Elements of interior architecture must be preserved and restored to their original state. Elements of interior design must be up-to-date and modern and are not to be used to recreate 1950’s interiors. All interiors must conform to the standards specified in the following chapters:

2.4 Interior Circulation Design Principles p. 106

2.5 Interior Circulation Construction Guidelines p. 120

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GENERAL

Design Framework

Color Color can be defined using its three attributes of hue (red, yellow, blue), value (light, dark), and chrome (bright, neutral).

The primary colors blue, yellow, and red are used throughout the campus to designate building entries and building functions. Generally, blue applies to academic and training functions, yellow applies to housing functions, and red applies to administrative functions.

The overriding color principles at the Academy are chromatic contrast and value contrast.

The predominant materials are chromatically neutral but vary in contrast from white to black. Variety and visual interest are achieved through this value contrast, but it is the overall chromatic control that creates a unifying harmony of materials.

Modules > All dimensions of built interior space including floor, wall systems, ceiling systems and freestanding furniture must be a division of the governing grid module and relate to the column structure.

> Compose interior environments with standardized, repetitive components related to the governing grid. Regularly recurring lines, shapes, and colors must create an overall composition and rhythm of classic restraint.

> Maintain continuity of shape throughout interior areas, creating simple, regular and rectangular spaces.

> Openings between primary and secondary circulation are to extend full height from floor to ceiling.

> Transitions must occur between the building lobby and adjacent functions to provide a logical termination for the lobby finishes.

Basic structural bay 28 feet - Cadet Area 21 feet - Community Center Area, Service and Supply Area Primary circulation 7 feet or 10.5 feet or 14 feet Secondary circulation 3.5 feet or 7 feet Floor units continuous or 1 foot Ceiling units continuous or 1 foot (primary) or 2 feet (secondary) Wall units continuous or 1 foot or 1.75 feet or 3.5 feet

Composition > A strong relationship in the building architecture in plan, section and design philosophy must be maintained. Emphasis is placed on form being generated by function and structure.

> In public areas, use planar elements, separated in the horizontal or vertical directions through the use of a reveal or recess, to create a hierarchy within the space. Planar elements must generally appear uniform, continuous and solid in color.

> Dissimilar materials within the same plane must be flush with and aligned to each other, separated by a reveal. They must be the same color in order to achieve a planar appearance. Wainscots and applied wood trim are prohibited in defining planes and must not be used. Reveals need not occur between two perpendicular vertical surfaces of the same material.

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Design Element Standards

Building interior circulation must maintain a strong relationship to the building architecture in plan, section and design philosophy. Emphasis is placed on the form generating forces of function and structure. The design of interior circulation spaces is to be dependent on the intrinsic elegance of materials, technical perfection, fine proportions, detail and appropriate composition. Each type of interior circulation spaces is standardized in its design elements, including Walls, Accent Walls, Window Walls, Ceiling, Flooring, Doors / Frames, Stairs / Handrails and Elevators. For furnishings, see Interior Furnishings 5.3, 5.4.

Type IX: Primary Circulation Corridors

Primary circulation corridors are the major public circulation paths through buildings that link entry lobbies and stairways to secondary circulation corridors or directly to the rooms.

A Walls > Walls must read as planes and be of continuous monolithic material. They must be differentiated from the horizontal floor and ceiling planes by reveals in the ceiling and recessed borders in the walls.

> Walls are to be high quality painted drywall partitions. Maintain drywall partitions with tape joints finished clean and smooth finish reveals to match the wall.

> In all circulation areas, corners must have corner guards.

> Walls must have a 4-inch recessed base as transition to the flooring.

> For instructional spaces such as class rooms, group two or more doors together and create a vestibule. Provide coathanger walls and closets with retractable doors in major circulation corridors (see Interior Furnishings 5.3, 5.4). All furnishings must be recessed in wall niches within the flooring.

> For cadet dormitory rooms, use wood veneer walls in vestibules with integrated doors to match the original design on the wall with entry door. The base of wood veneer walls must be in wood.

> For the athletic facilities, use a tile wall surface in all circulation spaces. The walls are to have no reveal to the ceiling and are to meet the floor with a cove tile. Unit masonry walls must be used for railings at ramps, and must meet with the extended concrete flooring base.

B Accent Walls > Circulation corridors do not have accent walls.

C Window Walls > Window walls in primary circulation spaces must have no shading system in order to maintain views of the natural landscape.

> For window walls design principles, see Building Enclosure 1.2.

D Ceiling > Ceilings are to form a plane of a single uniform material and must be of consistent height. Dropped soffits are to be avoided.

> Ceilings in primary circulation spaces must be a 1-foot by 1-foot concealed spline suspended grid system with borders painted white expressed at either side with recessed downlights (see Interior Lighting 4.5, 4.6).

2.4 Interior Circulation Design Principles

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Fig. 2.4.1 Primary circulation corridor: main corridor to class rooms suspended ceiling door vestibule window wall flooring with border 11’-0” asymmetric alignment of devices wall washer recessed downlight

Fig. 2.4.2 Primary circulation corridor to classrooms flooring with border suspended ceiling symmetric alignment of devices wall washer

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Type IX: Primary Circulation Corridors (cont’d)

E Flooring > Flooring in primary circulation corridors must be of a hard material and in a pattern compatible with the overall governing grid of the building.

> Borders and accent banding of the same material must be used, emphasizing the grid lines and door placement. The dimension of the banding must be proportional to the dimensions of the space. The pattern must also emphasize the grid lines.

> Use white polished terrazzo tile flooring with black polished terrazzo borders in the Cadet Area, and white VCT tile flooring with black VCT borders in all other areas.

> For cadet dormitory rooms, use VCT tile flooring, and emphasize the grid lines and the door placement in vestibules using alternating colors of red, blue, and yellow with the pattern.

> For athletic facilities, use sealed concrete flooring for all circulation spaces including entry lobbies and corridors. Joints in the flooring must respect the 7-foot grid. Floorings towards masonry walls must be extended to a base of 4 inches with a rounded cove.

F Doors / Frames > Doors must extend full height from floor to ceiling with a transom panel.

> Doors in primary circulation areas must be painted in a primary color except for service doors, which are to be painted gray. Door frames must be painted black. Frames must be flush with the wall.

> Glasslites in doors are prohibited.

> Louvers and vents are prohibited for doors in primary circulation corridors except for service doors. Locate louvers and vents at the lower portion of the door no more than 2 feet above the floor.

> Push plates and kick plates may be used where required.

> All hardware must conform with the standard of brushed stainless steel.

> For cadet dormitory rooms, use wood veneer wall doors to match the original design.

> Doors in the athletic facilities are to be Academy blue with the exception of service doors, which are painted gray.

> Glass doors may be used for prominent entries such as to a…