| Location | Farmington, CT |
| Owner | Miss Porter’s School |
| Industry | Education |
| General Contractor | O&G Industries |
| Completion Date | March 2021 |
Project Background
Miss Porter’s School, renowned for its historic campus, sought to renovate its Main Dining Hall, originally built in 1831, to better accommodate its growing enrollment. The renovation included expanding the facility to seat 400 students and enhancing its functionality while preserving its historic character.
C&H Electric played a vital role in delivering modern, efficient, and reliable electrical systems to support this transformative renovation.
The Challenge
The project’s electrical scope came with several challenges:
- Historic Preservation: Integrating modern electrical systems while maintaining the integrity of the 1831 architecture.
- Aggressive Schedule: Completing electrical installations on a tight timeline to ensure the dining hall was ready for use by the fall semester.
- Complex Systems Integration: Supporting kitchen expansion, servery upgrades, and new lighting systems without disrupting the building’s historic elements.
The Solution
C&H Electric brought its expertise to the project, ensuring seamless integration of modern electrical infrastructure:
- Lighting Enhancements: Installed energy-efficient LED lighting systems that highlighted the hall’s historic features while improving functionality.
- Electrical Infrastructure for Kitchen Expansion: Delivered new power systems to support state-of-the-art kitchen appliances and servery equipment, doubling the facility’s operational capacity.
- Restoration Collaboration: Coordinated with preservation specialists to carefully route electrical wiring, ensuring minimal impact on the original millwork and architecture.
- Acoustical Lighting Integration: Powered lighting systems that complemented the new acoustical plaster ceiling featuring decorative daisies, a nod to the school’s traditions.
The Results
- Modernized Functionality: The dining hall now supports modern amenities and improved traffic flow while maintaining its historic charm.
- Seamless Integration: Delivered electrical systems that aligned with the renovation’s preservation goals, ensuring the space remains a historic gem with 21st-century functionality.
- On-Time Delivery: Completed all electrical work within the project’s aggressive timeline, contributing to the renovation’s success.
C&H Electric’s dedication to excellence ensured that Miss Porter’s Main Dining Hall is not only a functional space for today but also a tribute to the school’s rich history and traditions.
