ZDS provided the HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and electrical engineering design for the new Trap Hill Middle School. The energy efficient design included Direct Digital Controls for remote monitoring and control of the facility’s HVAC systems.Energy efficient lighting, motors and equipment were also incorporated into the facility’s systems.Raleigh County Schools elected to be proactive in addressing Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) by incorporating many of the recommended practices even before they are required by codes.Improving filtration, fully ducting the return air systems, considering the condensate removal system and providing adequate outside ventilation air were included in the HVAC systems.