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Throughout the course of the fall semester, my study of Sherrerd Hall at Princton University will involve a thorough investigation of the building and systems currently in place, technical analysis of building systems, and the development of project criteria to that will ultimately lead to more advanced design work next semester. At the culmination of the academic year, I will submit a formal written report and present my design work to a faculty jury.

My thesis will involve an in depth study of the lighting and electrical systems. Incorporating work from my graduate course in daylighting, I will also focus on the impact that the advanced building skin system has on daylighting potential. Daylighting will be considered as a way to reduce building energy consumption through the incorporation of daylight responsive lighting controls. The quality of the natural light and its effects on occupant comfort and satisfaction will also be an integral part of the study. My research will also relate to architectural, structural, mechanical, and construction features of the building.

Note: While great efforts have been taken to provide accurate and complete information on the pages of CPEP, please be aware that the information contained herewith is considered a work‐in‐progress for this thesis project. Modifications and changes related to the original building designs and construction methodologies for this senior thesis project are solely the interpretation of Jamie Devenger. Changes and discrepancies in no way imply that the original design contained errors or was flawed. Differing assumptions, code references, requirements, and methodologies have been incorporated into this thesis project; therefore, investigation results may vary from the original design.