Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), National Award of Merit, Educational Facilities, 2020
21st Century Workforce Training
Clover Park Technical College Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Lakewood, WA
Campus Gateway and Magnet
The Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology (CAMT) co-locates manufacturing-related programs and workforce development activities into a signature, state-of-the-art facility to serve as a magnet for students, teachers and industry partners. Located at the main entry to campus, CAMT is a gateway to the college and applied technology education.
Career Pathways on Display
The building puts programs on display, promotes a sense of professionalism, and encourages connectivity and life-long learning. Classrooms and labs are designed to adapt to evolving programmatic and pedagogical needs. A focal point of the building is the “5th Lab,” a central atrium and multi-purpose space for group projects, demonstrations, displays and industry events.
Surpassing Expectations
The compact footprint maximizes space efficiency, providing a 15% increase in square footage beyond program requirements. Effective design-build planning enabled early project completion, and the team’s Target Value Design approach ensured the delivery of maximum value, within budget.