Hedge Training Center

This training facility for Sacramento Municipal Utility District's (SMUD) linemen and field employees includes modernization of a 4,700 square foot existing structure and various new construction work. A 2,500 square foot building addition will be added to the existing on-site building to include a high-bay training facility with telephone poles, transformer towers and training apparatuses. Also included will be a new 2,000 square foot canopy structure. A separate 5,700 square foot building is being added to the site to provide additional training facilities. The new structure will include three classrooms, administrative office space, a conference room, a break room, restrooms, lockers/showers and an aerobics training room.

The new training center is being designed to LEED® Silver certification criteria and will pursue certification upon completion. Sustainable design elements include photovoltaic cells, storm water collection, operable glazing for daylighting, views and ventilation, and high performance heat pumps. Recycled timber poles as well as recycled and sustainable architectural finishes will be used throughout the project.