Gunnison County Library

Location: Gunnison, CO

Owner: Gunnison County

Client: Anderson Hallas Architects

  • New 15,000 SF library designed to provide flexible, functional community space in extreme high-altitude conditions 
  • Mechanical engineering solution: energy-efficient system combining geothermal ground source heat pumps with Variable Air Volume Dedicated Outside Air System (VAV DOAS) and Direct Digital Control (DDC) controls 
  • Plumbing design supported restrooms and warming kitchen for events and community gatherings 
  • Sustainability focus: energy modeling and design strategies to achieve project sustainability goals 
  • Climate-responsive design: roof and systems engineered to handle heavy snow loads, ice, and extreme temperatures 
  • Project outcome: durable, high-performance library supporting community use while minimizing energy consumption 

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