Miami Beach Court House
Location: Miami Beach, FL
Size: 40,000 square feet
Category: Energy Efficiency; Retrofit
Overview:
Originally serving as the Miami Beach City Hall until 1976, the Miami Beach Courthouse is located in South Beach Miami, FL. This building is approximately 40,000 sq ft and was constructed in 1927.
In 2020, the 3FM group was retained to assist with upgrading
the existing mechanical systems. The building’s Variable Air Volume (VAV)
system required urgent upgrades due to its age and condition. The scope of work
included design and engineering for electrical power distribution, harmonic
analysis, mechanical ductwork distribution, proper sizing of diffusers &
grilles, equipment load and energy calculations, among others. This project was
specifically challenging due to tight existing conditions, requiring careful field
verification and close coordination with the construction team.