Anderson-Magnarelli Valley Laboratory, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES)
Aerial Rendering
Windsor, Connecticut
The proposed additions and renovation at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES), Anderson-Magnarelli Valley Laboratory in Windsor, Connecticut, aim to provide modern, functional laboratories to develop practical methods for controlling plant diseases, insect pests, and weeds in various crops, including tobacco, fruits, vegetables, ornamental trees, and shrubs. This project involves restoring a 1940s Tobacco Lab, listed on the State’s Historic Places registry, along with a significant addition to accommodate new laboratories, support spaces, and a greenhouse.
Through meticulous analysis, energy modeling, design option evaluations, and creative detailing, TLBA developed a renovation plan that adhered to the Department of the Interior’s Standards for Historic Preservation. Additionally, this plan fulfilled the Governor’s Executive Order mandating that all State Buildings operate on electric, carbon-free energy, while also complying with the Energy Code and the International Green Construction Code (IgCC).
Our design process and modeling will guarantee optimal envelope performance without compromising the integrity of the existing brick and wood elements, a common challenge in such retrofitting projects.
Diagnostic services help commercial growers and homeowners identify plant issues, pathogens, diseases, and pests, while offering management tools. Soil nutrient and pH testing is conducted to ensure successful plant growth and protect the environment. The CAES Anderson-Magnarelli Valley Lab will include facilities for various agricultural disciplines, such as plant pathology and entomology, as well as support spaces featuring greenhouses, educational areas, and offices.
Quick Facts
Size: 27,000 sf
All Electric Building
International Green Construction Code (IgCC) Compliant
To meet DAS High Performance Building Standards