Commercial

Columbus Library, City Hall, and Children’s Museum

Discover the Columbus Library, City Hall, and Children’s Museum, a vibrant civic hub that brings a library, city hall, and children’s museum together in one welcoming, energy-efficient facility. TUNE Facilities ensured every system supports comfort and reliability, making this project a dynamic community resource for all ages.

Location

Columbus, NE

Square Footage

77,000 SF

Commissioning Type

Commissioning of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems

Columbus Library, City Hall, and Children’s Museum

New Construction | Columbus, Nebraska | 77,000 SF

TUNE Facilities delivered comprehensive commissioning services for this transformative civic project, which unites the public library, city hall, and children’s museum within a single, thoughtfully integrated facility. Conceived as a vibrant hub for connection and learning, the three-story building supports inclusive, community-centered services and provides welcoming spaces for visitors of all ages.

 

The facility includes a state-of-the-art library, a flexible community room with a teaching kitchen, and a dynamic two-story children’s exhibit area designed to encourage exploration and creativity. Additional amenities, such as a coffee shop and outdoor learning and play environments, extend the experience beyond the building, all unified by a prominent front porch that reinforces the facility’s role as a community gathering place.

 

TUNE’s commissioning team played a critical role in ensuring the building’s performance met both aesthetic and functional objectives. Through rigorous testing, verification, and collaboration with the design and construction teams, the team confirmed that all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems were installed and operated in accordance with the project’s goals. The commissioning process prioritized optimized system performance to support the building’s diverse uses, including quiet reading areas, administrative offices, high-activity exhibit spaces, and commercial kitchen functions.

 

Commissioned Systems

• Heating, air-handling, and cooling systems
• HVAC controls
• Plumbing systems
• Lighting fixtures and controls
• Emergency power systems
TUNE positioned the facility for long-term energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and operational reliability. The outcome is a high-performing civic landmark designed to serve the community for generations.
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