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BS, Mechanical Engineering, California State University, Fullerton
Kellen began working with Design West Engineering in 2015 as a fire protection designer. His experience includes NFPA 13 and 24 sprinkler systems, various automatic wet system, hydraulic calcs, system specifications, fire main selection, fire pumps, and coordination with utility companies. He has extensive BIM experience, regularly designing new systems in Revit and coordinating with other system designs in NavisWorks. Kellen has prior design experience with mechanical and plumbing systems that gives him unique understanding of how to better coordinate when fitting these various system types into a single tight space. His project experience includes DSA projects, public works, OSHPD, and private markets. Beyond his technical design skills, Kellen is a thorough and responsive communicator, always staying proactive in his coordination with other designers and disciplines. Kellen has a passion for bringing his creativity and design ideas to brand new systems and then watching them come to life from the ground up.
Design West Engineering modernized Winchester Elementary School, enhancing HVAC, plumbing, and gas systems across multiple buildings, including new fire sprinkler plans for Building H, ensuring energy efficiency, safety and a superior learning environment.
We have been a pivotal partner for Crossover Health, executing TI projects across the U.S., totaling over 50,000 SF. From Maryland Heights, MO, to Austin, TX, and more, we transformed spaces to meet high standards of functionality, efficiency, and comfort.
RCOE's new 130,578 SF Conference Center and Parking Structure supports K-12 education, featuring spacious offices, modern amenities, secured parking, a top-level conference center, and Café Esquina with a full kitchen.
A 80,000 SF senior-living facility that spans 3.37 acres, housing 96 units and a 2,600 SF Historic remodel. Designed for assisted living, it features arched arcades, stucco facades, Spanish tile roofs, and resident amenities.
Design West constructed Cuesta College Campus Center, an LEED Silver-certified student services and admin building. Fire protection included wet fire suppression system design, meeting codes and standards.
Design West Engineering supported Chaffey College's Library and Learning Commons project, providing MEP, fire protection, and technology design. Their involvement ensured a comprehensive plan for design and construction teams.
Design West transformed an existing business complex into a modern civic center for the City of La Habra. We completed MEP design, incorporating energy-efficient LED fixtures and a backup generator system for an Emergency Operations Command Center.
Design West Engineering contributed to California Baptist University's 185,000 SF New Student Housing Project. The building features 600 beds, community spaces, study rooms, and a food service component.
Design West Engineering partnered with Tri-City Medical Center on various hospital projects. Renovations, upgrades, and replacements were done for NICU, HR office, elevators, shower rooms, pump rooms, nurse call systems, lobby donor wall, and more.
Design West Engineering partnered with St. Bernardine's Hospital for various hospital projects. Upgrades, remodels, and equipment replacements were done to enhance the hospital's facilities.
Design West Engineering designed MEP and Fire Protection for a $120M airport expansion. Our scope included a new sorting facility, site lighting, and utility connections, ensuring smooth progress and operational continuity.
Design West Engineering contributed to multiple projects at Canyon Springs High School, including the football stadium, gymnasium, administrative building, and math and science building, enhancing the learning environment.
Design West Engineering enhanced NASA's Main Building at Armstrong Flight Research Center. Our MEP services included replacing air-handling units, upgrading HVAC controls, and improving cooling tower and piping for long-term comfort and reliability.
Design West Engineering played a key role in the decade-long redevelopment of California Baptist University's Lancer Plaza. Our MEP services included fire sprinkler design and infrastructure upgrades, enhancing facilities and improving campus access.
UCR's Barn Theater underwent an expansion and renovation project to revitalize the historic space. It included a reconstructed barn, new dining areas, outdoor event space, and performance stages. The project achieved LEED Gold certification.
The Cheech Marin Center, originally a library, is now a 61,420 SF art space. Design West Engineering provided controls development for HVAC systems that ensure precise temperature, humidity, and pressurization for artwork preservation.
Design West Engineering supported California Baptist University's Bourns College of Engineering expansion, enhancing the LEED Gold facility with MEP design, fire systems, and exposed MEP systems for student learning. Along with central plant expansion.
RCCD built a new educational center at the Riverside County Ben Clark Public Safety Training Center. The project included classrooms, labs, and administration areas. Design West Engineering incorporated energy-efficient designs with VRF systems & solar PV.
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