Twentynine Palms Bachelor Enlisted Quarters
Modern living at military base
Project Facts
| Location | Twentynine Palms, California |
| Owner | U.S. Marine Corps |
| Size | 601,840 SF |
| Certifications | LEED Silver |
Overview
At the U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC), the Bachelor Enlisted Quarters represents a bold step into the modern age of military housing. The dining and housing complex harmoniously blends with its surroundings, evoking the ambiance of a college campus while actively nurturing community bonds and encouraging recreational activities for the Marines stationed there.
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About the project
The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) at Twentynine Palms, California, is the world’s largest base and the premier training facility for Corp operations. The base also draws military personnel from throughout the U.S. for their combined arms exercises and is home to the First Tank Battalion, the “shock and awe” specialists who lead into battle with M1 tanks.
The Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQs) and Quality of Life Facilities were built to accommodate the large number of personnel staying at the base. Each 192-unit BEQ residential building was designed with an atmosphere of hospitality to encourage the Marine tenants to spend more time on site and develop camaraderie. Common areas provide laundry facilities, pool tables, video games, computer desks, an internet café, outdoor BBQ, and sports courts.
As structural engineer for the design-build team that delivered the project, Walter P Moore developed efficient structural systems for various buildings, including signature cantilever roof elements and an iconic 40-foot tower located at the apex of a new outdoor amphitheater used for events and movies.
