The UC Davis 48X Complex is a four-story, 268,000-square-foot Outpatient Surgery Center located in Sacramento, California. Designed to alleviate capacity constraints at the university’s main hospital, the facility represents a major step forward in expanding access to outpatient surgical care.
DBC played a key role in the project by designing, fabricating and installing 390 sheathed exterior panels. These panels were produced in just 34 days and installed on schedule in approximately six weeks, demonstrating both speed and precision.
The exterior design posed significant challenges due to its complex geometry, including multiple slopes, curves, overhangs and non-orthogonal corner intersections. DBC’s team strategically modeled the façade to accommodate these intricacies. Through advanced digital coordination and close collaboration with project partners, the team developed solutions that maintained both design intent and constructability, resulting in a high-quality, high-performing finish.
Each panel was engineered to meet California’s rigorous Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) seismic requirements, ensuring resilience and safety. Structural engineering was led by GPLA, and installation was executed in partnership with DPR Construction’s Self-Perform Work (SPW) team. Their familiarity with DBC’s systems from previous projects enabled seamless integration, leveraging the strengths of sibling companies to deliver exceptional results.
Throughout the project, DBC worked closely with DPR Construction, SmithGroup and subcontractors to coordinate waterproofing and finish transitions across glazing systems, seismic joints and multiple façade materials. This integrated approach ensured continuity in performance and aesthetics across all building interfaces.
