ATAS Isoleren Insulated Metal Wall Panels Utilized on College Retrofit Project
The retrofit of Lafayette College’s Bushkill Commons is an example of adaptive building reuse, utilizing sustainable design, products, and energy efficiency. ATAS’ Isoleren insulated metal wall panels were incorporated into the building to help achieve those objectives. Earlier this year, the building was nominated for a Lehigh Valley Sustainability Award by the Lehigh Valley branch of the Delaware Valley Green Building Council.
The historic Hummel Lumber Building had fallen into disrepair and was converted to new office space for Lafayette College Facilities Plant Operations/Planning & Construction Departments, as well as the Public Safety and Environmental Health and Safety Department. Originally built by the Speer Lumber Company of Easton in the early 1900s, and later occupied by the Hummel Lumber Company, the original post and beam structure wrapped in a masonry facade had survived a few fires and the wrecking ball. Located at the edge of College Hill, it was an ideal building for Lafayette's expansion and the College's desire to contribute to the revitalization of Easton.