The Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Dallas, TX
The Perot Museum opened in December of 2012 and teaches children concepts in science, math, and technology through engaging them in hands-on learning. Future scientists, mathematicians, and engineers gain inspiration through interactive exhibits, multimedia presentations, and vivid contextual displays.
Jaffe Holden provided consultation services for the main building including room acoustics, sound isolation, and building systems noise control analysis. Work extended beyond the exhibit areas and included a 300-seat film theater, children’s museum classrooms, an auditorium, and administrative offices.
The team conducted intricate analysis and developed calculations in collaboration with other engineers and the architect to ensure the acoustic environment was not adversely impacted by machinery including an air handling unit.
Project Information
180,000 SF
Museum Galleries
300-seat Theater
Auditorium
Education Classrooms and Office Space
Cafe
Design Team
Architect: Morphosis Architects
Architect of Record: Good Fulton & Farrell
Budget
$185 Million
Scope of Work
Room Acoustic Design
Building Sound Isolation
Building Systems Noise and Vibration Control
Client
Museum of Nature and Science
Completion Date
2012
LEED Rating
Pursuing Gold