Newton, MA
16,372 SF
Science facility

Seeking to address its increasing enrollment, expanding continuing education programs, and a desire to enhance its nationally recognized curriculum, CBT and Mount Ida College created a new Center for Veterinary Technology and Science. This new facility is the second major recent construction project undertaken by the College in almost a decade and represents the College's next step in the achievement of its long-term master plan. The facility is the first new academic building to represent Mount Ida's transition to higher academic goals since becoming a four year college in 2001.

The Veterinary Technology Program at Mount Ida is a national leader in the training and placement of highly skilled veterinary technologists and technicians. Responding to even greater aspirations for the School of Animal Science, the program for this 16,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility is comprised of humane housing and treatment facilities for dogs, rodents, and, rabbits, with day-visit facilities for large animals. In addition, faculty and staff offices are planned, as are conference and student lounge facilities. The Center provides lab space for microscopy activities as well as general science needs of the College.

Sustainability aspects of the project include: close proximity to two public bus lines encouraging the use of public transportation. Landscaping and plant selections are based on irrigation efficiency and tolerance for urban stress. Improved plumbing and optimal energy systems help reduce energy and water usage significantly. HVAC design includes enhanced system capacity to provide outside air at an additional 30 percent above Code requirements. Individual lighting controls enable adjustments, reducing energy use.