Henrietta Lacks Building

InFacade’s Role

InFacade performed the thermal performance analysis of the glazing and framing systems for Henrietta Lacks Building, providing the NFRC-based U-factor, SHGC, VT and condensation resistance values required for energy code compliance.

Scope of Work

• Thermal performance analysis of the glazing and framing systems using NFRC methodology (THERM / WINDOW)
• U-factor calculations
• Condensation resistance evaluation
• Solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) and visible transmittance (VT) calculations

Deliverables

Thermal simulation reports prepared under NFRC 100 and NFRC 200 methodology by an NFRC LEAFF Certified Simulator, documenting U-factor, SHGC, VT and condensation resistance for each system, ready for energy code submittals and specification review.

About the Project

The Henrietta Lacks Building is a 34,000-square-foot academic building for Johns Hopkins University at the corner of Ashland and Rutland Avenues in East Baltimore, Maryland, adjoining the historic Deering Hall.

The building, clad in large diamond-shaped glass panels, houses research and classroom space and community meeting space.