International technical services firm, Jacobs, receives design awards for their work on two air force bases located in Georgia and California. Photo courtesy Jacobs 

International technical services firm Jacobs received design awards for their work on two air force bases located in Georgia and California.  

The Air Force Reserve Command, Consolidated Mission Complex Phase One at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, won the merit award for facility design. The jury recognized the project for the team’s incorporation of exterior elevation through vertical and horizontal design elements, translating to a testament to American heritage.  

Other factors of the base include the two-story lobby, presenting a showcasing of air force reserve command history and heritage artifacts. The designs include optimizing energy performance through daylighting, exterior and interior shading devices, water-reducing fixtures, and adjusting mechanical systems to reduce air usage. 

The Distributed Common Ground Station Operations Center at Beale Air Force Base, California, received a citation award for facility design. The jury commended the team for their column-free operations floor design that allowed for the flexibility of the space needed to keep pace with operational mission rhythm.  

The use of sustainable techniques was also noted, such as using electro-chromatic glass to achieve a 12 percent increase in energy efficiency beyond the industry standard. Other methods supported low-impact site development, water and energy efficiency, use of recycled and recyclable materials, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort.  

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