Data Center Design

 

The Houston architects of Duane Bradshaw Architects have over 40 years of experience in drafting and design. Each building or structure has its own unique demands and purposes that must be considered in the design process. Data centers house machinery, computers, servers and other IT infrastructure that make the design process a unique one.

 

Data Center Design Requires Special Considerations

There are many elements to consider when tackling a data center from an architectural and design point of view. In most cases, data center managers and operators are not overly concerned with the aesthetics of the data center design. Functionality is the primary concern for architects designing data centers. Certain elements must be considered in the data center design to ensure that it will be functional including space, power, cooling. physical security and energy efficiency.

Space and Design

Data centers house the computer and IT infrastructure for businesses. One of the most important design elements of a data center design is space considerations. Data centers must be able to house a certain number of machines and equipment in order to operate at optimum levels. When contemplating space issues for data centers, the Houston architects of Duane Bradshaw Architects consider not only the layout of the data center but the layout of the equipment and racks within the data center.

Keep It Cool

Because data centers house any number of racks, computers, servers and other machinery, cooling and energy efficiency are important elements to the design of a data center. Houston's Duane Bradshaw Architects keep up-to-date with the latest standards for the computer and IT industries to ensure the functionality and usefulness of our designs. With server virtualization, more highly-powered servers are placed in the same data center - it is crucial that proper cooling and energy efficiency elements are worked into the data center design and layout.

 

If you are looking to expand or build new data center structures for your business, the Houston architects of Duane Bradshaw Architects can help. To speak with one of Duane Bradshaw Architects' Principals, give us a call at 713-522-5545 or email us and we'd be happy to set-up a consultation.

 

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