Severe rain and wind storms in June of 2015 caused flooding and electrical damage throughout both main campuses. Much of the damage was due to poor building envelope conditions, as water penetrated through window seals and other points of vulnerability.
Since this event, Facilities Management has expedited plans to improve our aged building envelopes. At University Hospital, we have completed the fourth year of a five-year plan to replace over 500 windows.
Work can only take place on weekends during mild weather, and in many areas, patients must be temporarily moved while windows are replaced. Facilities Management has been working closely with the architect, the contractor, and nursing staff to ensure minimal disruptions to staff and patients.
The new windows are more energy efficient and seals are upgraded to ensure protection against future severe weather events.
The gallery below shows the new windows as of October 2018.
