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New Children’s Museum Fuses Fun and Eco-Friendliness
WATERLESS URINALS and automatically controlled windows and louvers are a small part of the $25 million revamping of the San Diego Children’s Museum downtown. The energy-conserving renovation is slated to be done in time for a May 4 opening.
Architect Rob Quigley has worked with UCSD scientists and engineers in building the three-level, 50,000-square-foot building, nearly half of which will utilize a natural ventilation system.
“The natural ventilation system is the most innovative and important feature,” says museum spokesperson Gavon Morris. “It’s pretty far beyond what’s been done before.” Other main components of the energy-efficient museum include north-facing clerestory windows, to provide day lighting, and recycled material (carpet and ceramic tile).
“There are aspects of the building, like tilt-up panels, that teach gravity and structure,” Morris says. “We look at it as a learning tool —a chance for kids to experience architecture. It’s cutting edge.”
The Children’s Museum has six interior and two exterior galleries, as well as two birthday-party rooms, a 250-seat theater and an indoor/outdoor café. It will also be home to a charter school for grades three through six.
—JENNA JAY
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