Comparative Building Costs
LIBRARIES
FM COST TRENDS
LIBRARY EXPANSION
This 11,000-square-foot structure was
created to improve current library facilities
and provide easy access to low- and no-
cost media for underserved areas. Metal,
cypress and composite siding act as a
rainscreen for the exterior skin and the
four pods making up the building’s layout. The pods divide the library
into four sections distinguished by subject and audience age level. A
raised access floor houses air distribution, an energy-efficient design
choice that allowed the project team to eliminate the above-ceiling
ductwork in favor of higher ceilings. The project achieved LEED Silver
certification.
LIBRARY
This modern library houses over
75,000 books in 23,000 square feet.
Specific reading spaces cater to different
age groups, and the entire lower level
serves as a storefront for local busi-
nesses. The library fits with the character
of the existing downtown and serves as a focal point for community
engagement and economic opportunities. Banks of windows ensure
daylight for at least 75% of spaces and views for 90%. The design
also includes an advanced technology center. B
*Actual building costs have been adjusted to reflect materials prices as of January 2018
SOURCE: DESIGN COS T DATA, BNI
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DIVISION
SQ. FT.
COST
ADJUSTED
COST*
Procurement & Contracting 6.79 28.46 318,793
General Requirements 12.53 52.50 587,988
Concrete 6. 36 26.66 298,560
Metals 12.58 52.73 590,607
Wood, Plastics & Composites 4.05 16.98 190,226
Thermal & Moisture Protection 11.95 50.10 561,086
Openings 4.45 18.63 208,708
Finishes 12.68 53.16 595,388
Specialties 1.27 5. 33 59,699
Equipment 0.16 0.67 7,451
Furnishings 5.07 21. 24 237,896
Fire Suppression 0.84 3.52 39,448
Plumbing 1.93 8.08 90,489
HVAC 9. 16 38.37 429,723
Electrical 10. 18 42.67 477,886
TOTAL 100% $419.10 $4,693,948
DIVISION
SQ. FT.
COST
ADJUSTED
COST*
Procurement & Contracting 0.86 2.67 61,900
General Requirements 6.98 21.77 505,050
Concrete 8.43 26. 29 609,894
Masonry 13.85 43.2 1,002,191
Metals 13.97 43.56 1,010,620
Wood, Plastics & Composites 1.00 3. 12 72,383
Thermal & Moisture Protection 7.51 23.42 543,409
Openings 4.87 15.2 352,571
Finishes 9. 31 29.04 673,788
Specialties 1.20 3.74 86,780
Furnishings 1.23 3.84 89,042
Conveying Systems 1.10 3.44 79,898
Fire Suppression 0.83 2.58 59,930
Plumbing 1.94 6.06 140,572
HVAC 14.65 45.69 1,060,027
Electrical 11.90 37. 12 861,144
Electronic Safety & Security 0.35 1.08 25,136
TOTAL 100% $311.82 $7,234,335
