CSU East Bay Warren Hall
Seismic Retrofit Study
Hayward, CA

Warren Hall is located on the western edge of the California State University East Bay campus and currently serves as the main administration building. At thirteen stories and approximately 150,000 gross square feet, it is a visible landmark and significant real estate asset. Huntsman with Rutherford and Chekene prepared a Conceptual Feasibility Study, which included a Seismic Retrofit, Code-Complying Upgrades/Modifications, and Partial Deconstruction.

The study concluded that the optimal scheme would involve the deconstruction of the top eight floors of Warren Hall and a seismic retrofit of the remaining floors, including the library wing that abuts Warren Hall. The scope of work in the study, beyond the structural and MEP analysis, included building programming, program fit/integration with the building systems, reconfiguration of the building core, ADA upgrades throughout, Life Cycle Cost analysis, Title 24/Exterior Envelope efficiency options, and temporary/swing space planning.

Currently, the building is mostly occupied by office spaces, including The Office of the President, many departmental heads and various offices providing student services. The building also contains a few classrooms, support spaces for the adjoining library, and other building/campus-wide support spaces, including the campus’ main telecommunications and data center.

The feasibility study also included the temporary relocation of the building’s occupants due to the intensive construction/demolition. While some occupants will be permanently relocated to a new building, temporary facilities were required to house others. Programming, relocation logistics, and temporary site/utility requirements were studied in order to accommodate the other occupants. The renovation/partial deconstruction will be considered new construction and will either meet or exceed all current building codes and campus standards.

Completion Date: 2008
Size: 150,000sf