Campbell Hall at Michigan State University is an 81,725-square-foot facility serving student housing and administrative functions. As part of a comprehensive renovation, the university invested in modernizing the building’s infrastructure to enhance comfort, efficiency, and long-term performance while preserving the character of the existing structure.

In partnership with Siemens and The Christman Company, Feyen Zylstra provided HVAC controls renovation services to transition the existing building systems into a fully automated and centrally managed building environment. Our scope included the installation of controls for several new air handling units, a new heating and chilled water plant, snowmelt systems, and variable air volume systems throughout the facility. This work enabled precise environmental control, improved energy performance and seamless system operation across the building.

Feyen Zylstra added value throughout the project by working closely with The Christman Company to enhance both functionality and aesthetics within the space. Given the exposed historical architecture, our team developed installation approaches that minimized the visibility of control wiring and raceways, resulting in a cleaner, more refined finished appearance without compromising system accessibility or performance. In addition, our team maintained strict adherence to project safety protocols, contributing to a job site with zero lost-time incidents and no safety-related delays.

The project also presented a highly aggressive and compressed schedule, particularly in its final stages, as completion aligned with student move-in deadlines. Feyen Zylstra responded by scaling field resources and working extended hours to maintain progress and ensure timely delivery. Our team’s proactive coordination and commitment helped prevent schedule impacts and supported a successful turnover ahead of the academic year.

Through close coordination and technical execution, Feyen Zylstra helped deliver a modernized HVAC control system that improves reliability, efficiency, and overall building performance. The result is a more responsive and sustainable facility that better supports the student experience and university operations.