This award-winning forensic laboratory was designed for functionality and efficiency. The facility was arranged in two wings connected by a prominent two-story entry and lobby. One wing houses general administration and laboratory training, while the other contains forensic investigation labs for DNA testing, ballistics analysis, and secure evidence storage. Advanced engineering solutions, including an efficient HVAC system, optimized lighting, and a custom laboratory-safe heat recovery system, contributed to significant energy savings. AMC’s exclusive “pressure mapping” strategy ensured precise zone pressure control, enhancing lab safety and protecting the building envelope from moisture damage.

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Project Details

• Owner

  Alaska Department of Public Safety

• Architect

  Livingston Slone, Inc.

• Location

  Anchorage, AK

• Square Footage

  85,000 SF

• Construction Cost

  $92,000,000

• Awards

  • National ASHRAE Technology Award, Category II
  • ASHRAE Region XI Technology Award in the New Construction, Institutional Category – First Place
  • ES Illumination National Award of Merit