Atch_8_2018_Holloman_AFB_Design_Compatibility_Standards.pdf

2018 Holloman AFB Design Compatibility Standards

08/21/18

DESIGN COMPATIBILITY

STANDARDS

Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico

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Part I - Introduction/Background 7

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 9

2 BASE MISSION 9

A. History B. Base Components C. Mission Statement

3 REGIONAL SETTING 10

A. Geographic Setting B. Climatic Setting C. Geological Setting

Part II - Architectural Standards 13

1 ZONING 15

A. Zone 1 – Mission B. Zone 2 - Mission Support C. Zone 3 - Community

2 ACC ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS

SYNOPSIS 15

A. Policy Statement B. Goals

3 BUILDING SCALE/HEIGHT/

MASSING 16

A. Current Conditions B. General Requirements C. Variations

4 ROOFS 19

A. Current Conditions B. General Requirements C. Approved Materials and Treatments

5 EXTERIOR WALLS 21

A. Current Conditions * B. General Requirements

C. Unacceptable Applications D. Approved Materials and

6 WINDOWS 23

B. General Requirements C. Unacceptable Applications D. Approved Materials and

7 SITE WALLS AND FENCES 25

B. General Requirements C. Approved Materials and

8 COURTYARDS, SHELTERS 26

B. General Recommendations C. Approved Products / Treatments

9 SITE FURNISHINGS 29

B. General Recommendations C. Approved Products / Treatments

Part III - Interior Design Standards 31

1 ACC INTERIOR DESIGN POLICY 33

2 INTERIOR DESIGN STANDARDS 33

A. Permanent Finishes B. Non-Permanent Finishes C. General Recommendations for Finishes and Treatments D. Door Hardware

Part IV - Landscape Standards 37

1 INTRODUCTION 39

2 ACC LANDSCAPE DESIGN POLICY 39

3 LANDSCAPE PLANNING 39

B. General

4 PLANTING / XERISCAPING 40

C. Approved Products/Treatments

5 IRRIGATION 43

6 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 44

7 APPROVED PLANTS 44

Part V - Signage Standards 45

1 EXTERIOR SIGNS 46

A. Current Conditions B. Signs (General) * C. Building Identification D. AAFES/DeCA Commercial Signs E. Monument Signs F. Other Signs G. Lettering Size H. Approved Products / Treatments

2 INTERIOR SIGNS 50

A. General Recommendations B. Approved Sign Types

Part VI - Engineering Standards 51

1 STREETS 53

A. Current Conditions

C. Approved Products / Treatment

2 PARKING 56

3 SIDEWALKS/CURB AND GUTTER 59

4 PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS 59

5 UNDERGROUND PLUMBING 60

B. General Requirements C. Approved Materials / Treatments

6 ABOVEGROUND PLUMBING 61

A. Current Conditions B. General Requirements

C. Approved Materials / Treatments *

7 PLUMBING FIXTURES 62

8 HEATING 63

B. General Recommendations *

9 AIR CONDITIONING 66

B. General Requirements *

10 HVAC CONTROLS 67

11 ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND WATER

CONSERVATION 69

12 FIRE PROTECTION 69

13 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL 70

14 ABOVEGROUND ELECTRICAL 71

15 INTERIOR ELECTRIC 72

C. Approved Products / Materials

16 SITE LIGHTING 73

B. General Requirements

C. Approved Products / Treatments

17 SECURITY SYSTEMS 74

18 FIRE ALARM/MASS NOTIFICATION

SYSTEMS 75

A. General Requirements

19 TELECOMMUNICATIONS 75

A. General Requirements

20 CORROSION CONTROL 75

Part VII - Approved Landscape Plants 78

* Denotes paragraphs with latest updates.

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Holloman Air Force Base (AFB), without the benefit of a “formal” comprehensive design guideline, has in its recent development, established the beginnings of a consistent base wide aesthetic character. An obvious awareness of planning and aesthetic issues as base wide, rather than only building specific, has resulted in new construction that can serve as a design bench-mark for future development on the base.

Based on observations of the unique physical environment at Holloman AFB, both natural and built, the standards outlined in this document recognize and further refine the positive characteristics existing on the base and define new approaches that reinforce these positives. They will provide to the base, and to design professionals working with the base, a set of “rules” resulting in a more coordinated and consistent visual and functional character in future base planning and construction.

These standards do not limit in any way the functional or aesthetic creativity of any design professional chosen to work at Holloman AFB. Creative, innovative and appropriate solutions to design problems are in fact the minimum expectation.

Holloman AFB has initiated efforts aimed primarily at comprehensive planning of future base facilities and needs. The current Holloman AFB General Plan deal with these broad-scope issues. The Military Family Housing Community Plan deals in a more focused area and touches on aesthetic and design issues with- in the family-housing zone. The 2013 Design Compatibility Standards shall be used in conjunction with, and complement the intent of existing, active planning documents.

All tenant units at Holloman AFB are required to conform to the architectural, landscape, exterior signage and engineering sections of this document.

The Base Civil Engineer and the Chief of the Engineering Flight must approve any minor deviations from the guidelines listed in this document. Air Combat Command (ACC) must also approve any major deviations from this guideline. Approval is requested via a waiver signed by the Wing Commander and sent to ACC for consideration.

2. BASE MISSION

2.A History

Holloman AFB, originally established as Alamogordo Army Air Field, began construction in 1942 as a temporary wartime base. Primarily serving as a training base for bomber pilots and crews, Holloman AFB is most well known during this period for the detonation, at the Trinity Site, of the first atomic bomb developed under the Manhattan Project. Renamed Holloman AFB in 1948 following a brief period of deactivation after WWII, Holloman AFB function was primarily research & development starting with pilotless-aircraft, guided missiles & allied equipment.

Holloman continued its function of guided missiles and space research development until 1968. In the same year, the 49th Tactical Fighter Wing was assigned to the installation, as well as the Tactical Air Command (TAC) assuming command of the base. In 1992, due to the deactivation of TAC, Holloman was transferred to Air Combat Command (ACC), Holloman’s current command. Born in 1941, the 49th Fighter Wing, reigning as Holloman’s current host, was activated in 1991 due to the deactivation of the 833rd Air Division.

Currently, Holloman is home to the T-38 Talon, QF-Drone, MQ-9 Reaper, MQ-1 Predator and German Air Force Tornado Fighter & soon to be deactivated F-22 Raptor. Transitioning from F-22 Raptor, Holloman is home to F-16 Fighting Falcons.

As of July 2007, there are 21 German Air Force (GAF) Tornadoes and 482 German military personnel assigned to Holloman AFB. The GAF is the largest associate unit at Holloman AFB. The installation is also home to the 96th Test Group, the 4th Space Control Squadron, the 846th Test Squadron and many other units and organizations.

2.B Base Components

The 49th Fighter Wing, based at Holloman AFB, is composed of the 49th Operations Group, the 49th Mission Support Group, the 49th Logistics Group, the 49th Medical Group and the 49th Materiel Maintenance Group.

2.C Mission Statement

The 49th Wing—host of Holloman Air Force Base—supports national security objectives by deploying worldwide to support peacetime and wartime contingencies. The wind provides combat-ready Airmen, F-22 Raptors, and trains MQ-1 Predator and MQ- 9 Reaper pilots and sensor operators.

Additionally, the wind delivers Air Transportable Clinics and Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources while providing support to more than 17,000 military and civilian personnel to include German Air Force Training Center operations.

3. REGIONAL SETTING

3.A Geographic Setting

Holloman AFB is located seven miles west of the city of Alamogordo in south central New Mexico. About 85-miles north-northeast of El Paso, Texas, Holloman AFB is located within the Tularosa Basin between the Sacramento and San Andreas mountain ranges. The base is easily accessible via State routes 70 and 54.

3.B Climate Setting

The climate at Holloman AFB is significantly influenced by its location between mountain ranges. Basically “high desert” (about 4,000-feet above sea level), average precipitation as recorded at the base weather station is 8.5-inches annually with wet bulb temperature TWB≥73°F only 3-hours annually The average annual temperature is 62-degrees with seasonal mean temperatures of 41-degrees in January and 82-degrees in July. Daily temperature fluctuations average about 27-degrees.

Strong southerly wind flow, sometimes reaching 73-miles per hour, with periods of blowing dust and sand characterize the March through May period.

The area averages more than 300-days of sunshine per year. Sun angles range from approximately 81-degrees in summer to 33-degrees in winter. Because of the high summer temperature range, the lack of natural shade and the high percentage of sunny days, solar design and control should be addressed on all Holloman AFB design projects.

3.C Geological Setting

The visible natural site character is what might be expected - harsh, flat desert terrain bounded by dramatic mountains. The most dramatic natural feature is the expanse of white gypsum sand dunes found within the White Sands Missile Range and White Sands National Monument. These dunes cover much of the western edge of the base.

This gypsum is highly corrosive to ferrous metals, toxic to many plant species and tends to dissolve when exposed to water.

The immediate proximity to the gypsum concentration creates high gypsum content soil conditions over much of the installation.

As a consequence, indigenous desert flora is noticeably less apparent on the base than it is as close as nearby Alamogordo. Much of the higher profile landscaping on the base grows in imported soil. Gypsum content in the soil does, and will continue to, heavily impact the overall approach to base landscaping, storm water management and the selection of construction materials.

The conditions outlined above describe a location with unusually harsh design conditions in terms of both climate and geology. Site-specific design is mandatory.

It is the imperative that each design professional working in this environment recognizes and responds to the specific conditions that exist at Holloman AFB.

1. ZONING

Holloman AFB is currently segregated into four functional zones.

1.A Zone 1 - Mission

Includes areas directly related to the operation and maintenance of aircraft (hangars, runways, etc.) and the training of their crews. Also includes areas for maintenance, storage and supply functions not directly related to aircraft facilities. This zone includes all areas roughly north/ northwest of the center of Delaware Avenue.

1.B Zone 2 - Mission Support

Includes areas designated for administrative services, maintenance operations, security forces, civil engineer services, and industrial support. This zone occupies the central portion of the base, roughly between Delaware and Connecticut Avenues, and east of First Street.

1.C Zone 3 - Community

Includes areas designated for commercial activities, club facilities, indoor recreation and community services. Dormitories are located in the Community zone.

2. ACC ARCHITECTURAL

STANDARDS SYNOPSIS

2.A Policy Statement

The special character of defense installations dictates compatibility over personal style.

The limited size and function of ACC bases cannot accept the diverse opinions of the many design professionals without becoming cluttered and unsettled. In this context “good design” is defined as design that contributes to the overall harmony of the base rather than design that attracts individual attention. Good examples of where ACC design goals should lead are college campuses and corporate office parks.

Because we do not want monotony, every building does not need to be the same, but some common architectural element or theme should tie all buildings together.

Responsible design will achieve this goal.

Use a simple approach to locate facilities.

Facilities having similar functions should be located in the same vicinity on un-congested sites, but do not permit parking to dominate.

Use indigenous, low maintenance landscape material. Relate building forms to each other and use low maintenance materials.

Do not paint new buildings. Use materials that do not require painting during their lifecycle. Use neutral colors such as gray and brown.

ACC PUBLICATION SUPPLEMENTS:

ACC Supplements to Air Force Publications. Can be obtained from Internet web site http://www.acc.af.mil/. Then follow the link to the Library Page and then the link to ACC publications.

2.B Goals

The following goals have guided the above ACC policy and should also guide all levels of design at Holloman AFB:

- Site Conditions - Provide site conditions and building forms appropriate to any new, future or existing buildings.

- Site Drainage – Built up the site 12” to

24” above surrounding grade to promote positive drainage away from building foundation.

- Low Maintenance - Use permanent low maintenance exteriors that are compatible with ACC bases and their natural and manmade environments.

- Environmental - Design facilities in ways to enhance environmental quality and minimize consumption of natural resources.

http://www.acc.af.mil/

- Layouts - Provide functional layouts that completely satisfy user needs.

- Cost - Reduce lifecycle costs.

- Labor - Reduce labor-intensive maintenance procedures.

- Approval - Obtain user approval of design concept layout prior to pre design conferences in order to prevent costly changes during final design, contracting and construction. This is normally done through a Customer Concept Document prior to preparation of programming documents.

While the guidelines presented in the following pages are specific to Holloman AFB, the overall design philosophy of the ACC, stated above, is the foundation upon which these specific recommendations are based.

3. BUILDING SCALE / HEIGHT

/MASSING

3.A Current Conditions

As might be expected, building scale and massing vary greatly at Holloman AFB depending on building function and zone.

In Zone 1, hangars and maintenance buildings are required to provide large open work bays and accommodate equipment.

Large-scale warehouse buildings are in many cases accompanied by one or two story administrative support structures.

Zone 1 exhibits the fewest consistencies in scale and massing due to the purely utilitarian nature of the zone.

Zone 2 structures tend to be one or two stories, with some three-story structures.

Generally compact in plan and rectangular in shape, these buildings reflect their administrative, maintenance, security, engineer and industrial functions.

Zone 3 community support facilities range from three story dormitories to club facilities, a fitness center and recreation fields, schools, and the base exchange and commissary.

Zone 3, though lacking the overall consistency in scale and massing of Zone 2, does have individual pockets that positively respond to these issues. The dormitory area between Rhode Island and Delaware Avenues concentrates similarly sized and scaled buildings, creating a cohesive architectural grouping. Likewise the Youth Center (Building 647) and Child Development Center (Building 650) are complementary in scale and massing.

3.B General Requirements

Building heights at Holloman AFB will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Specific program needs may define or restrict the number of stories. In general buildings shall be one or two stories in height.

Building massing should generally be simple and economical. Avoid uneconomical shapes such as curves, diagonals and long rectangles unless specifically warranted by site or building function. If functionally appropriate the clustering of buildings and building masses can soften the harsh climatic conditions by providing windbreaks and shade on exposed facades.

Setback distances on primary and secondary streets shall comply with the latest anti-terrorism/force protection (AT/FP) guidelines. Parking lot setback distances from existing buildings will also comply with the AT/FP guidance.

If programmatically justified, site interior courtyards or clustered building arrangements to create naturally protected exterior courtyard spaces. For additional information see “Courtyards/Shelters” in Architectural Standards, Part II, Section 8.

Site buildings supporting a common function (such as dormitories) in proximity to each other. In addition to sharing common infrastructure, the massing, scale, materials and details will be used to link the buildings aesthetically.

BUILDING 578, THE DYNCORP HANGAR AND BUILDING 577, BASE OPERATIONS –

DIFFERENT SCALES BUT COMPATIBLE DESIGN

3.C Variations

As mentioned, due to the utilitarian nature of the structures in Zone 1, compatibility with adjacent structures is problematic.

Structures of conflicting scales shall be visually connected by design elements such as similar masonry base treatment, banding, coloration, etc. The Dyncorp Hangar, Building #578, and the Base Operations Building, #577, are architecturally compatible, despite scale differences, through the use of common base treatments, materials, detailing and roof slope.

4. ROOFS

4.A Current Conditions Roof forms and materials vary widely at Holloman AFB. Flat roofs, both built-up and membrane, occur base-wide. These type of roofs shall not be used unless it is demonstrated that a standing seam pitched roof cannot be used (i.e. a small addition to an existing building with a flat roof would justify adding another flat roof). Curved and low-slope metal roofs, some standing seam, some with prefabricated panels, can be seen on hangars and service buildings. Higher-sloped standing seam metal roofs occurs base wide. Sloped roofs appear in shades of brown, tan and white.

The most positive trends, and the Holloman AFB standard, on the base and perhaps the most unifying are the use of sloped, brown standing seam metal roofing on buildings in zones 1, 2 and 3. While flat roofs are well represented, A SUCCESSFUL EXAMPLE OF A SLOPED STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF WITH A

PRONOUNCED OVERHANG

the buildings using sloped roofs provide the beginning of a stronger overall “base character”. ACC and Base policy dictates the use of sloped roofs and forms.

4.B General Requirements

Roofs at Holloman AFB shall be of gable or hipped design, be sloped a minimum of 3:12 and be of pre-finished standing seam metal.

1-1/2:12 sloping is allowable on very long span metal roofs. Flat roofs shall not be used unless it is demonstrated that a standing seam pitched roof cannot be used (i.e. a small addition to an existing building with a flat roof would justify adding another flat roof, or a renovation of a flat roof building where conversion to a pitched roof is outside of the project budget). If the project does not allow for a pitched roof conversion, designers are encouraged to use strategically placed sloped roof elements to punctuate key building points (entrances for example) and to screen portions of the flat roof where possible. The Base Architect must approve the use of all low slope or flat roofed buildings prior to design start. These will normally be disapproved unless there is significant justification for their use in a project.

Roof overhangs, trellis elements and recessed windows are encouraged for sun control.

Solar gain can be cut substantially, especially at windows. Pronounced fascias are also encouraged, particularly on metal roofs.

Both the fascia and soffit shall be of the same material as the roofing. Carefully proportioned fascias can positively affect scale and massing, particularly in larger buildings.

Vents and piping forced to penetrate a roof shall be treated as trim material and painted to match the roof. If possible such elements will be located on areas out of view.

Mechanical equipment shall not be located on roofs. All ground mounted mechanical and electrical equipment shall have a factory applied finish meeting Holloman AFB color standards.

Due to local soil conditions, water control is critical. Gutters, preferably concealed, are mandatory on all sloped-roof buildings to control storm water runoff.

Internal roof drains are discouraged.

Downspout placement, as with any other architectural element, shall be carefully considered and well integrated with the overall design. Collected water shall be channeled a minimum of 10-feet from the building perimeter to the base storm water drainage system. A 3-foot wide concrete slab shall be placed around the perimeter of each new building.

All fascias, gutters and roof trims shall be made of pre-finished metal and be designed to prevent deformation or ripples from expansion and contraction.

DOWNSPOUT WELL-INTEGRATED WITH

FACADE. RUNOFF CHANNELS INTO A

CATCH BASIN.

4.C Approved Materials and Treatments

Zone 1:

Standing seam metal roofing only.

All roofs shall have a minimum 3:12 slope.

Manufacturer: Metal Building Components, Inc. Color: Sahara Tan (Kynar Finish)

Zones 2 and 3:

Standing seam metal roofing only.

All roofs shall have a minimum 3:12 slope.

Manufacturer: Lilly Industries, Inc.

Color: Medium Bronze (Kynar Finish) (Equal to Sherwin Williams - 2028)

5. EXTERIOR WALLS

5.A Current Conditions

A wide variety of exterior wall types currently exist at Holloman AFB. In zones 1, 2 and 3, various masonry treatments are common. Brick, split face and ribbed concrete-masonry-unit (CMU), painted CMU, aggregate panels and limited pre-cast concrete are all present. In addition to masonry, in Zone 1, various metal wall systems are present. The majority of walls in all zones are various shades of brown and tan.

The most positive exterior wall treatment in zones 1, 2 and 3 is the split-face CMU evident in new buildings. The DynCorp Hangar Building #578 and Base Operations Building #577 are excellent examples of a mix of acceptable exterior wall finishes. The hangar building combines approved metal panels on higher wall surfaces with split face CMU on lower walls to compliment the adjacent administrative support building, also of split face CMU. The Westerner Dining Hall, building #812, and the new Fitness and Sports Center, building #588, also represents a successful application of split face CMU.

5.B General Requirements

Masonry walls shall be built of integrally colored split-face CMU unless prior approval from the Base Architect is obtained. All CMU should be manufactured with additives to discourage efflorescence. Likewise all mortar shall contain similar admixtures.

CMU variations within a single building shall be limited to a split face primary block with one type and color of complimentary accent block.

Articulation of walls shall occur through changes in the wall plane and variations in texture and color within the block palette, not through the use of paint or material change.

Masonry articulation can also successfully aid in identifying building entry in appropriate situations. All exterior CMU walls that terminate above or below the building’s roof height shall have metal cap flashing. All CMU wall assemblies shall achieve a minimum R-value of 19 for thermal performance.

Exposed aggregate or pre-cast concrete panels may be acceptable in certain base locations or when renovating a building with similar construction. These are limited primarily to renovation applications and

TWO-COLOR SPLIT FACED CONCRETE

BLOCK COMBINATION

require approval from Base Architect and the ACC Command Architect.

If, in larger scale structures such as hangars and industrial buildings, function and budget dictate the use of pre-engineered metal buildings, a masonry “base” shall be used.

The height of the masonry base may vary from 3-feet to 10-feet to blend in with surrounding buildings and offer the most appealing appearance. The base shall match the color, material and height of any adjacent administrative or support buildings. Metal wall panels may be used above this and shall match the metal roof of the structure. Metal wall panels, when used, shall be factory pre-finished aluminum or galvanized steel with a 20-year guarantee against fading. Use of metal siding requires review and approval by the Base Architect and ACC Command Architect.

When upgrading existing standard CMU or frame structures, stucco and limited exposed aggregate panels are acceptable options. In these instances a waiver is required from the Base Architect and ACC Command Architect.

5.C Unacceptable Applications

New buildings shall not require exterior painting. Standard CMU, stucco, EIFS, etc.

will not be used in zones 1, 2 and 3. Exterior wall attachments such as downspouts, conduit, switches, bells, etc. will not be emphasized by painting. These shall be painted or factory finished matching wall color.

5.D Approved Materials and Treatments

Zones 1, 2, & 3 Split Face CMU Manufacturer: Del Norte Masonry Colors: Holloman Red, Holloman Buff

RENOVATED DORMITORY WITH

EXPOSED AGGREGATE HORIZONTAL

BANDS. NOTE THE SLOPED ROOF,

WHICH PUNCTUATES THE DORMITORY

STAIRS.

Metal Wall Panels _(Extremely Large Buildings) Manufacturer: Metal Building Components, Inc.

Colors: Sahara Tan, Medium Brown (Kynar Finish)

Exterior Insulation and Finish System (Renovation only) Manufacturer and color: As selected by the Base Architect.

Painted Exterior Doors Paint Color: Medium Brown (Glidden 78-64, could be matched with Sherwin Williams)

Painted Wall Surfaces Paint Color: As approved by the Base Architect.

INAPPROPRIATE USE OF METAL SIDING

6. WINDOWS

6.A Current Conditions

As with roof and exterior wall materials, window types vary greatly over Holloman AFB. In Zones 1 and 2 large steel-framed industrial style windows may be found on some of the hangar and maintenance structures. Immediately adjacent may be administrative structures with insulated fixed glass units in punched masonry openings.

Both building age and function have contributed to the window variation at Holloman AFB. Current base policy shall be double glazed, thermally broken metal-framed units, dark bronze anodized.

Recessed window panes are common due to the harsh solar conditions.

6.B General Requirements

Windows at Holloman AFB shall have bronze tinted double-glazing set in thermally broken, anodized aluminum frames.

Facilities in high noise areas shall have levels of noise attenuation provided in design IAW the Air Installation Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ) Program Manager Guide, AFH 32- 7064. Toilet windows shall be frosted glass.

AFH: AIR FORCE HANDBOOK. Can be obtained from Internet web site http://afpubs.hq.af.mil/orgs.asp?type=pubs

The Base is flexible regarding the amount of glazing used on a building. Limited glass area in a punched opening vocabulary is encouraged base-wide. Where appropriate limited window groupings, glazed entry doors with sidelights and other variations are acceptable. Large curtain wall applications however are not acceptable in Holloman AFB’s harsh climate. Limited operable windows are desirable in Zones 1, 2, & 3.

When possible windows should be recessed for solar control. Solar control is mandatory on all south and west facing windows. If window blinds are used they shall not be of reflective metal. Clerestory windows, when functionally justified, are acceptable.

Clerestory windows shall be oriented to minimize heat gain. Skylight applications are not desirable and shall require a waiver from the Base Architect and ACC Command Architect.

Replacement windows should match the size of the window being replaced. Unless otherwise justified, replacement windows should always adhere to the above recommendations for new windows. Any variation shall require a waiver from the Base Architect and the ACC Command Architect.

http://afpubs.hq.af.mil/orgs.asp?type=pubs http://afpubs.hq.af.mil/orgs.asp?type=pubs

RECESSED STOREFRONT ENTRY

GLAZING

RECESSED STOREFRONT SYSTEM (TOP)

AND WINDOWS (BOTTOM) AT YOUTH

CENTER

Main entry doors in Zones 1, 2 and 3 shall be glazed storefront in approved colors.

Secondary entry and exit doors and frames shall be painted metal.

6.C Unacceptable Applications

Window design and selection shall consider function and maintenance. Window materials that require painting or other frequent maintenance are not acceptable.

Flush window applications on facades subject to harsh sun shall be avoided. Solar shading film shall not be used as a solar control option.

6.D Approved Materials and Treatments

Zone 1 Hangar Doors:

Manufacturer: Metal Building Components, Inc.

Colors: Sahara Tan

Exterior Painted Doors:

Colors: Medium Brown, Medium Bronze

Windows/Glazing:

Manufacturer: Kawneer Co., Inc.

Colors: Frame: Bronze Glazing: Bronze, double glazed

Zones 2 and 3 Exterior Painted Doors:

Colors: Medium Brown, Medium Bronze

Windows/Glazing/Storefront Systems:

Manufacturer: Kawneer Co., Inc.

Colors: Frame: Bronze Glazing: Bronze, double-glazed

7. SITE WALLS AND FENCES

7.A Current Conditions

Site walls and fences of various types are used extensively at Holloman AFB.

Functionally these fences and walls serve as property and security boundaries, visual screens and wind breaks. Materials include split face and ribbed CMU in various combinations, PVC, chain link and basket weave wood fences.

Within Zones 1, 2 and 3 some consistency exists due to the use of split face and ribbed CMU for the majority of the site walls and fences. This material and the horizontal emphasis of the fences and walls blends well with the character of the desert and reflect the material palette of much of the architecture.

This adds to the base the type of visual harmony sought in overall ACC design policy.

TYPICAL MASONRY SITE/SCREEN WALL

The current fence replacement policy was implemented as a major first step in eliminating the problem and elevating the visual character of the zone.

7.B General Requirements

Fences and site walls shall continue to be used at Holloman AFB as boundary elements, visual screens and wind breaks. In Zones 1, 2 and 3 wall and fences shall be constructed of split-faced block, in a maximum of two colors, with a solid cap course top. When used in conjunction with a new building, the material and design shall complement the building.

Any decoration on site walls and fences shall be achieved through variations in the wall plane. Undulation and height variation is encouraged for stability and for the creation and definition of green spaces where appropriate. The horizontal emphasis shall remain the prominent image.

Provide three-sided CMU enclosures for all dumpsters. Enclosures shall be designed following masonry site wall guidelines.

Orient open end of enclosure away from building entrances and primary views and include a concrete apron. Ensure standoff compliance with latest AT/FP guidance in siting enclosures.

Fences, site walls, dumpsters, etc. shall be located in accordance with UFC 4-010-01.

Ensure that the visual line of sight for motorists is not obstructed.

7.C Approved Materials and Treatments

All Zones Split Face Concrete Masonry Units Manufacturer: Del Norte Masonry Colors: Holloman Red, Holloman Buff

Chain link:

Contact Base Civil Engineering for product information.

7.C Approved Materials and Treatments

All Zones Split Face Concrete Masonry Units Manufacturer: Del Norte Masonry Colors: Holloman Red, Holloman Buff

Chain link:

Contact Base Civil Engineering for product information.

TYPICAL DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE

8. COURTYARDS, SHELTERS

8.A Current Conditions

With over 300 sunshine days a year, Holloman AFB is a base where you not only welcome the sun; you have to be protected from it. There are outdoor courtyards and shelters that can be found at various locations on the base serving many facilities and areas.

Seven new picnic shelters were constructed at Steinhoff Park, phase one of the park expansion plan. Shelters are also a prominent part of the plaza design in the dormitory complex. While these shelters are beneficial, there are not enough of them throughout the base. Some locations warranting shelters such as playgrounds and parks are, unfortunately, without areas to escape the elements.

A need exists at Holloman AFB for more exterior courtyard and shelter spaces, protected from the elements, for staff break areas, picnic shelters, shaded playground observation, etc.

8.B General Recommendations

Protected outdoor employee break areas, picnic shelters, playground and park shelters, etc. shall be included, when justified by occupancy, in new construction, improvement and renovation projects. Fabric sunshades shelters shall be included in all new playground and park designs.

Outdoor shelters and courtyards should generally conform to the architectural guidelines of the Zone in which they occur.

If serving a specific building, materials used should match the building being served.

Orient shelters and courtyards to take advantage of climatic conditions, such as seasonal sun, shade and breezes. Consider the effects of blowing dust and debris when building shelters to minimize the trapping and settling of trash and weeds.

Provide site furnishings, lighting and landscaping as necessary to both support the function and create an inviting gathering zone.

8.C Approved Products/Treatments

Refer to previous applicable sections for building materials, landscaping, site furnishings, etc.

RECOMMENDED COURTYARD LANDSCAPE TREATMENT

(TOP) INAPPROPRIATE SHELTER DESIGN – DOES NOT REFLECT

CHARACTER OR MATERIALS OF ADJACENT BUILDING

(BOTTOM) SUCCESSFUL SHELTER AT DORMITORY COMPLEX – SPLIT

FACED CMU MATCHES MATERIAL AND PROPORTION OF ADJACENT

DORMITORIES

9. SITE FURNISHINGS

9.A Current Conditions

While site furnishings and related pedestrian amenities are present at Holloman AFB, applications are largely facility specific rather than adhering to a base wide standard.

9.B General Recommendations

Site furnishings shall be considered in all new construction, renovation and street improvement projects. When site furnishings are functionally warranted, the furnishing selections shall comply with the base standard in order to reinforce the overall visual harmony.

Consider climatic conditions in selection and placement of all site furnishings. Solar factors such as direct heat gain on metal components (especially play equipment), ultraviolet degradation of plastics and shade for users shall be addressed. Wind protection, especially during months characterized by strong prevailing winds should also be considered. The prevailing spring winds come out of the west. When possible take advantage of shelters, landscaping and building mass for solar and wind protection.

Play equipment selection and placement shall consider age groups ranging from pre-school to teen. Place equipment away from vehicular traffic paths in a location easily supervised.

9.C Approved Products/Treatments

Benches:

Victor Stanley Inc., Classic Series Model No. CR-138

Iitter Receptacles:

Victor Stanley, Inc., Model S-35 3/8” solid steel bars.

Bike Racks:

Madrax, Heavy Duty Winder Plus (WP158)

Play Equipment:

Game Time, Fort Payne, Alabama Little Tykes, Farmington, Missouri Exerplay, Southern New Mexico (POC Mr.

Nate Tiernery)

1. ACC INTERIOR DESIGN POLICY

ACC interior design standards are developed around an understanding of the elements and principles of design and of how the industry works, not around personal likes and dislikes.

2. INTERIOR DESIGN STANDARDS

ACC standards differentiate based on whether a finish will be permanent or non-permanent. The differentiation is necessary due to color palette changes each year.

2. A Permanent Finishes

Permanent finishes are generally the hard surface structural interior design (SID) finishes that will last 15 to 20-years and whose removal and re-installation is a major disruption to the facility. Such items as vinyl composition tile (VCT), ceramic and other surface tile, plastic laminates, toilet partitions, lockers, window blinds, all modular or systems furniture panels, work surfaces, flipper doors, etc. are considered permanent finishes. Generally permanent finishes need to be a color that will not become dated in a few years. Command standards require that all permanent finishes be either brown-tone or gray-toned neutrals.

These neutral shades can vary from very light (such as an off-white relating to the particular color tone) to a mid-range neutral of this same shade.

2. B Non-Permanent Finishes

Carpet, paint, vinyl wall covering, upholstery, artwork, etc. are considered non-permanent finishes. Non-permanent finishes will last from five to seven years under most conditions. Command standards allow non-permanent finishes shall be any coloration appropriate to the facility. Most often these finishes will be in mid-range colorations.

Very seldom would there be a use for pastel or very bright colors in facilities. However, primary colors of red, yellow, blue and green may be used in youth centers, child care centers and bowling centers. While non-permanent finishes are allowed in various colors, in office and other work areas it is highly recommended that the vinyl wall- covering or other painted wall surfaces be kept in neutral coloration. In other words, develop a neutral shell for the interior space with only the carpet, upholstery and artwork providing the color accent.

2.C General Recommendations for Finishes and Treatments

Vinyl Wall covering - Should be type II in most applications. Type I has limited use in most ACC facilities. A vertical texture will help hide seaming.

Paint - Use a low-sheen latex enamel for all painted surfaces. Use a semi-gloss finish for trim paint.

Countertops/Lavatories – Use solid polymer (solid surfacing) fabrications for countertops and 4” high backsplashes. Use solid polymer fabrications with backsplashes and with integral bowl(s) in lavatories in restrooms.

Base/Lavatory Cabinets – Base cabinet drawer fronts and door fronts and vanity sink base cabinet shall have “Dover” or similar style solid hard wood light oak finish. Drawers shall be on heavy duty full-extension slam-proof slide hardware, concealed hinges and plastic laminated ¾” plywood adjustable shelves. Base cabinet face frames shall be minimum 1 ¾” x ¾” with 3 ½” x ¾” center style and cabinet top and bottom shall be ½” industrial grade plywood with light red oak laminated interior and back shall be 1/8” laminated hardboard with 3” x ½” hanging rails and end panels shall be ½” industrial grade plywood with light red oak laminated interior and matching wood grain laminated exterior and toe kick shall be ¾” x4 ½” industrial grade plywood.

Toilet partitions/Urinal screens – Use HDPE high density plastic polymer in high usage areas/public areas is preferred to metal partitions.

Ceilings - In almost all facilities ceilings (whether painted gypsum board or acoustical ceiling tile) are to be off-white to coordinate with the color tone of the walls.

Textured ceiling tiles in a 2-foot square with a tegular ceiling tiles rebated edge are recommended.

Wainscot and Chair Rail - Wainscot is not recommended in most areas. Dark paneled wainscot has the visual effect of reducing the size of small office spaces. In long hallways wood panel wainscot has a railroading effect. A type II heavy-duty vinyl wall covering will have a better effect.

If paneling is required, cover one accent wall floor to ceiling. The purpose of chair railing is to protect wall surfaces from being marred by chair backs. Therefore, the chair back height must be considered to properly locate the chair rail. It may be stained or painted to coordinate with other woodwork or doors. Wainscot and chair rail shall be no more than 42-inches high in corridors.

Heavy vinyl bumper guards may also be used to protect walls in corridors where needed. They, too, should be in coordinating neutrals.

Vinyl/Rubber Base and Carpet Base - Use vinyl/rubber base in floor areas where the floor surface is vinyl composition tile (VCT) or rubber tile. Base is to be in a coordinating neutral color to the floor surface, as near the same shade as possible.

Do not use a dark color or accent color for the base. Use a 4-inches carpet base capped with a dark neutral vinyl/rubber carpet cap in carpeted areas. Use the same carpet for the base as meets the wall in the case of borders. When a carpet modular tile is used it will be necessary to use a vinyl/rubber base. Choose a neutral color that will most closely relate to the carpet coloration or wall coloration. With carpet tile, a straight base must be used (one without a cove foot) and installed first with the carpet tile butted up to

it. In ceramic tile areas, if a base is used it will be a coordinating ceramic tile base.

Porcelain Tile, Ceramic Tile - Use a mottled, flecked, or specked floor tile if at all possible. Also be sure to use a dark tone grout, which coordinates with the floor tile to avoid a stained or soiled appearance. Tile banding accents or patterns are approved for walls and floors provided the accent is another neutral shade, which coordinates with the dominant tile color. Use only acrylic grout to minimize maintenance. Use ceramic tile in restrooms.

Doors and Doorframes - Depending on the quality of the doors, they may either be stained or painted. If painted, they may either be painted a color related to the wall color or an accent color of mid-range hue.

Hollow metal doorframes are best painted a color close to the wall color or a shade or two darker.

Window Blinds - Metal or vinyl blinds may be horizontal or vertical and are best in off-white or light neutrals. In no case should blinds be of a reflective metallic finish.

Dust is not as visible on the light colors as on the dark colors, and vertical blinds collect less dust than horizontal ones and are encouraged. Dark blinds that match the anodized finish of the window frames are acceptable, provided the windows are of reflective glass. If the windows are not of reflective glass, dark blinds will radiate a great deal of heat into the building rather than reflecting it as light or off-white blinds will do. Window shall also have blackout panels. Panels shall be rod operated from one side only.

Carpet - (See ETL 07-4: Air Force Carpet Standard. In general, use mainly bold tweed, nylon, and level-loop carpet of at least 26-

oz. face weight. Bold tweed means yarn of several different colors, not various shades of the same color. Level-loop is the most hardwearing type of carpet, and bold tweed allows for several upholstery color coordination’s in a facility using only one carpet color-way. Again, use a 4-inches carpet base capped with a vinyl/rubber, dark neutral carpet cap. Use carpet modular tiles in high traffic areas i.e. office, hallways/corridors, conference room.

Dormitory Carpet - Carpet dormitories by using one carpet pattern per building with a different color-way per floor. Take care to insure that carpet used in living areas is not the same carpet used in the work areas on the base. Do not use dull, drab colors in living areas.

Bedspreads and chair upholstery can be coordinated per floor to the carpet color-way. Draperies in these small living areas are best kept in neutral colorations to blend with the walls. This provides a neutral background for personal items of the occupants.

Carpet Borders - Carpet borders may be solid in color. They may be used with either carpet tiles or roll goods. Be careful not to over-do borders. In corridors a border around 9-inches is about right. Install field carpet in rectangular shapes and allow border to fill in indentation such as doorways, drinking fountains, etc. Do not use borders in rooms where the furniture will cover the borders.

Systems/Pre-wired Workstations/Modular Furniture – All panel fabrics are to be either brown-tone or gray-tone neutrals. Work surfaces flipper doors, etc. shall complement brown and gray fabric panels. Only one type of systems furniture should be used per building in order to allow greater flexibility in reconfiguration as occupants, needs and requirements change and to provide continuity throughout the space. Systems furniture could be installed over carpet tiles.

Removal and installation of new carpet in twelve foot widths becomes a major undertaking. A professional team must be hired to dismantle, store and then re-install the systems furniture. This is not efficient or cost effective. Carpet tile will allow for self-help replacement and ease of maneuvering under the systems furniture.

Carpet tile will also accommodate flat-wiring for electrical and communications under the carpet.

2.D Door Hardware

Door Hinges - Exterior Door hinges shall be stainless steel, heavy weight ball bearing.

Interior hinges shall be stainless steel, ball bearing or plain bearing. All hinges shall be Satin Chrome finish.

Door Closers - Door closers shall be Grade 1, surface mounted, regular or parallel arm mount. Finish shall be Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BMHA) 689, Sprayed Aluminum.

Exit Devices – manufactured by Von Duprin, 99 series with lever trim and cylinders which will accept Best Interchangeable Core (IC) cores. Panic hardware shall be Alarm Lock for interior/exterior use, also acceptable the BEST IC for key override. Finish of all exit devices shall be Satin Chrome.

Locksets - Lever handles shall be provided at all locations for full disabled accessibility.

Finish of levers, knobs and all miscellaneous visible parts shall be Satin Chrome finish.

All keyed locksets shall be BEST IC compatible. 7 pin uncombined cores and two blank keys per lockset in either A (main base) or E (north and west side of base) keyway. The BEST lock company will supply the cores and key blanks and will call the base locksmith to verify what keyway to send the cores and keys in.

New cipher locks shall be Alarm Lock DL2700IC/26D for interior use and the DL2700WPIC/26D for exterior use. These locks also accept the BEST IC cores for the key override.

Miscellaneous Hardware - Stops, flush bolts, etc. shall be Satin Chrome finish.

Misc. hardware associated with bronze aluminum Storefront type entrances may match the doorframe finish.

Armor, kick and mop plates - shall be stainless steel, 0.050” (U.S. 18 Gage).

Thresholds - shall be extruded aluminum.

Exposed rubber parts - on holders, stops and bumpers shall be gray.

Door hardware should be selected and sized on a case-by-case basis for its specific function. In order to unify the quality and appearance of hardware base wide, the above requirements shall serve as the standard of finish and quality level expected of hardware that may not be specifically listed. The Base Architect shall approve all hardware designs and product selections.

1. INTRODUCTION

Holloman AFB’s location in southeastern New Mexico in the northern Chihuahua Desert presents unique challenges to the planned landscape. The environmental constraints of the high desert are manifold, and include limited water resources, alkaline and saline soils, and extreme day-to- night temperature fluctuations. In response to these conditions, landscape design shall emphasize native and desert adapted plant species requiring minimal water or pesticides, and adopt low-water-use landscape practices known as “Xeriscape”.

Appropriate landscape design will positively impact base maintenance operations, support water conservation and reduce the use of pesticides while improving overall base aesthetics.

2. ACC LANDSCAPE DESIGN POLICY

Landscape design on ACC Bases shall reinforce the same base wide harmony that is described in the architectural design Policy Statement on page 18.

3. LANDSCAPE PLANNING

3.A Current Conditions

Great effort has gone into the establishment of base wide landscaping at Holloman AFB.

With the constraints of the harsh desert climate, traditional approaches - tree lined streets, dense multi-layered planting banks and thick screens of vegetation – are simply not practical. In many cases site walls and building placement serve the visual and wind screening function that hedgerows would provide in a more moderate environment. The most successful landscape applications at Holloman AFB implement basic landscape design principles adapted to the specific climatic constraints.

Landscaping is successfully used base wide as visual screening, entry and intersection punctuation, and to define borders and street edges at many individual locations.

While various individual landscape plantings are fairly successful, the most evident landscape planning issue base wide is the absence of landscaping continuity. A base landscape crew is currently adding xeriscape landscape to the major facilities on base. In Zones 2 and 3, for instance, successful landscape treatments may occur on one block, while an adjacent block has no landscaping at all. Successful street edging may abruptly end at a field of gravel and sand. A long-term master plan based on sound landscape design practice can eventually result in the continuity needed. It is not the intent of this document to present a landscape master plan. It is critical, however, to outline general landscape planning approaches that begin to reinforce a base wide visual harmony.

3.B General Requirements

Base wide

Landscaping planning shall be based on Xeriscape practices (See Landscape Standards, Part IV) and incorporate species from the Approved Landscape Plants list in Part VII. It is the designer’s responsibility to select specific plant species from the plant list with the appropriate character, height, etc. for the specific function and aesthetic outcome desired.

Planning shall also consider the likelihood of an above average loss of plant material.

Avoid planning equally spaced, repetitive rows of planting. The harsh conditions dictate an approach that will allow for loss of some plant material without disrupting the overall planting scheme.

Base wide, landscaping should be used, in conjunction with site walls, for visual screening of mechanical equipment, dumpsters, loading docks, etc. Locate equipment, dumpsters, loading docks, etc.

away from building fronts and other high visibility areas.

Plan landscaping to define street edges and punctuate main intersections. See Landscape Standards, Part IV, for examples.

Use landscaping to punctuate parking lot entrances at major buildings and to visually screen parking lots from public view. Refer to Landscape Standards, Part IV, for specific recommendations.

Use of traditionally planted canopy trees and conifers, due to below average survival rates, should be limited.