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Combining the color scheme of a ’67 Shelby Cobra GT500, the plane of the school’s namesake, and the native prairie, a custom finish was created for the facility, whose configuration is an homage to the area’s farming heritage.

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Finding Metallic Gold AIA’s 2020 Gold Medal Winner Marlon Blackwell taps chicken farms and fast cars for his design of the Thaden School in Bentonville, Ark. Its Reels and Wheels building is clad with a rainscreen system from Morin, and coated in a custom color from Sherwin-Williams that was inspired by a 1967 Shelby Cobra Mustang, and local flora. Page 48

Trend Lines // by Jim Crockett City Life Reconsidered: A look at housing development trends that are putting all types of buildings on their ears.

Sable at Navy Pier // by John Mesenbrink Reflecting Chicago’s urbanity, the new hotel perfectly intersects where the city meets Lake Michigan.

Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Outpatient Clinic // by Mindi Zissman CannonDesign takes a children-centric design approach to this clinic using modular patient rooms and commissioned murals to positively distract young patients.

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Break the Box I recently received a preview of “50 Lessons to Learn from Frank Lloyd Wright.” Perhaps the most important—break the box. For example, Wright was never a fan of putting any edifice on the crown of a hill, but rather, its brow, so as not to take away from what attracted people to the site in the first place. Another lesson: don’t be afraid of concrete, or fooled that it will only make one’s building ugly. Granted beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but might we be blinded by bias? A lesson I’ve learned from COVID is that not only has it released a Pandora’s Box of mental health problems, it’s made me recognize a blind eye. Case in point, for my “home office” (my son’s converted bedroom, still replete with Legos), my wife bought me a poster of a FLW sketch of a rustic home set among woods. In staring at it intently, as I find myself frequently doing with other cobbled-together art

Wright was never a fan of putting any edifice on the crown of a hill, but rather, its brow, so as not to take away from what attracted people to the site in the first place. I’ve assembled into pseudo walls, a couple of things jumped out: first, the mix of materials—wood, and what looked like stone or concrete block; second, was how much the structure reminded me of a Japanese castle—likely due to its formidable base. Eventually, I spied a note at the bottom: “Lodgetype cabin, Lake Tahoe, 1925.” The detail may seem trivial, but it’s resonated within me like a bell. You see, another print on my “wall”—a nature setting with a twin-peaked mountain, I later discovered, was Yosemite—got me pining for a visit, including Tahoe, which would be on the way. Omens? Anyway, in digging deeper on FLW, I pulled out an old book of mine on his unbuilt designs, and was rewarded with two discoveries: 1) the Tahoe lodge was just one of a “colony” of homes he created; 2) Wright had distinct thoughts on using concrete as a means of creating more affordable housing—even 100 years ago. Yet another coincidence involved a news release about work being done at Barnsdall Art Park in LA, home of Wright’s Hollyhock House, one of his acclaimed concrete structures. The aforementioned book, “Treasures of Taliesin,” by Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer, contained an entry on the unbuilt Sussman house, similar to his other concrete homes, except it was also an example of the “Usonian Automatic” designs he came up with to deliver affordable housing. Consider this quote from the book: “These magically beautiful

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houses, by means of what was then, generally considered the basest building material on the market— but in the hands of a genius, lowly concrete block took on poetry, and produced a result that continues to amaze and delight.” In this era, where affordable housing is a major social crisis, perhaps we can have our cake and eat it too. In Trend Lines, p. 26, we take a hard look at living, particularly in urban environments, and what’s happening, not only on the housing and multifamily side of things, but also their outsides, and the kinds of green spaces that need to surround the places we live. Interestingly, one of the Taliesin “Treasures,” was a sketch Wright had drawn for a “mile-high” skyscraper—something he envisioned becoming the norm. In fact, the master was of the opinion that all of Manhattan should be dozed, and Central Park expanded to cover the entire island—interspersed generously with such monolithic towers. It, and the 77 other drawings in the book, inspired me to break out a sketch pad and colored pencils, particularly as a means of coping with the issues COVID has released within me. The latter portion of this therapy led me to a “coloring” book entitled “Fantastic Cities” by Steve McDonald. In flipping through its pages, I stopped at the antithesis of Wright’s green modern city—Jodhpur, India. The drawing, from a height above the city, showed a metropolis so dense there were barely any trees, let alone parks. I could immediately visualize the impact of vegetated roofs. I hope some of the examples of green stewardship within, inspire you like “Treasures” did for me. Also, check out Product Developments (p. 14) for a couple of concrete products that might make more attractive, yet affordable, buildings not aspirational, but achievable.

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A pause on in-person trade shows and showrooms was not stopping Bendheim from communicating with architects. The company has created their own virtual Design Lab where designers can tour products, materials and applications in the comfort of their own home. Called a collaborative hub, architects can “walk” around the showroom and book consultations to learn more about a particular product. “We use a wealth of materials and our design consultants’ expertise to invent unique solutions for projects,” explains Bendheim Vice President Steven Jayson. “We have the ability to demonstrate everything from a completely new aesthetic to the right system to install the glass… It is not about displaying products. It is about delivering a productive and rewarding consultative design experience.” Bendheim Architectural Glass www.bendheim.com DESIGN INSPIRATION

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Offering restroom design ideas to spruce up commercial spaces, Bobrick has created a “Design Paradigms” brochure. Mixing and matching elements like colorenhance accessories, LED mirrors and finishes, design examples include color-enhanced hotel lobby, a VIP lounge restroom with naturally inspired finishes and modern amenities, and an executive restroom with classic stainless steel and polished chrome. Download the PDF to see colorful projects precisely matched with their products.

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CORRECTION

In the March/April edition, within the “First Impressions” Trend Lines on façades, the name of the architect on the Rolling Stock Yard project in London was misidentified as Square and Partners, but it is Squire and Partners. Additionally, the center photo on p. 36 was not correctly attributed to Jack Hobhouse.

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Reimagining Industrial Buildings Part 2

Overcoming Adaptive Reuse Construction Challenges This is the second in a series of articles detailing the unique design and construction aspects of an adaptive reuse project that is taking old commercial buildings and reimagining them. Adaptive reuse development comes with its own set of difficulties. Construction involving historic buildings certainly has challenges, many of which are unexpected. Creative solutions and innovative approaches to repurposing and meeting code are crucial in successfully transforming these structures. Successful adaptive reuse projects rely on factors not typically found in other historic preservation projects including flexibility, creativity, patience and cooperation. These important skills are exactly what the team has relied on during the construction of this unique adaptive reuse project. The Journal Square Lofts complex in Milwaukee, Wisc., includes several buildings that originally housed the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel newspaper operations. The buildings include different construction types, time periods—the oldest dating back to 1924, and architecture, all physically connected over the years by various means, and situated on one common parcel. The two-phase project includes re-establishing each as standalone buildings on separate, legal parcels by certified survey map, some with a condominium overlay, to accomplish redevelopment objectives and zoning compliance. Once completed, the development will be home to 141 apartments spread over five floors and will include 8,800 sq. ft. of street-level retail space. Key to making the project work is a second element housed in the 1962 building, which will include 83 apartments that will be home to students attending the Milwaukee Area Technical College. Those student apartments will be priced below market rate and will be ready for occupancy before the start of the 2021-2022 school year.

Unique Challenges The project has incorporated 3D models that have been especially useful when it comes to working with stakeholders who might not be as versed in visualizing plans. The models have helped the contractors and trades better integrate the design as the project advances. However, even with BIM software enabling integration, there have been challenges and following are just a few examples. The buildings have large, deep floor plates, ranging from 30,000 sq. ft. to 35,000 sq. ft., which means much of the space has no access to natural lighting, a necessary component of modern residential design. Because

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of the strict preservation guidelines, making natural light available even to interior and upper-level units means creating light wells lined with windows in the center of the building rather than expanding existing windows or creating new ones. The light wells create a shaft to let sunlight in from above. In a new construction building, getting materials inside isn’t an issue. However, in adaptive reuse with the floors, ceilings and walls already in place, the team had to find creative ways to do this. For example, the team used an old freight elevator until it was removed to accommodate the new design, and then they lowered materials into the basement level using a special crane and forklift. Preparing the building for student living also meant creating the necessary parking. To do this, CG Schmidt and the project’s structural engineer, Spire Engineering, worked to convert the cavernous four-story newspaper printing space located 30-ft. below street level into underground parking. However, the currently limited 14-ft. clearance within that space creates challenges, especially with

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The before and after of the project shows the old factory with pre-existing beams to the newly renovated lofts with plenty of daylight flowing into the units. Once completed, the development will be home to 141 apartments spread over five floors and include significant street-level retail space.

using heavy equipment. Additionally, underground concrete parking decks and the new parking garage ramp required extensive labor to build a customengineered shoring system to ensure structural integrity, requiring close work between CG Schmidt and the structural engineer. Each of the Journal buildings includes these multi-story, open volume press rooms where newspapers were printed. Since these rooms are considered part of the buildings’ historic significance, they must be generally preserved while also being repurposed for modern use.

Conclusion Taking on an adaptive reuse project is a journey of discovery. There are always unknowns to be uncovered, but the discovery process is what makes it interesting, challenging and rewarding. These obstacles are just a few examples of challenges that come with transforming buildings and illustrates the importance of problem solving as a necessary skill set in the adaptive reuse toolkit.

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Break the Box II As a malaprop blunderer myself, I’d too, mangle the infamous “W” “fool me twice, won’t get fooled again,” quote, so moving on—but in the spirit of parsing presidential paraphrasing—I’m trying hard to believe “Build Back Better,” but my inner cynic is winning. It wouldn’t be the first time infrastructure advocates found a lump of coal in their stockings, especially those advocating renewable energy. That said, I think the example of solar power to the right sheds light on a strategy that might work—at least as far as architects are concerned. Aside from any practical or CO2-reducing reason, this PV portico is just

Look at super-dense cities: vegetated roofs, permeable surfaces, xeriscaping, more trees, and green spaces appease taxpayers. cool. It’s a lesson that must be taken to heart. Don’t get me wrong, I’m as green as they get, but I’ve discovered non-believers just aren’t inspired by the word, factual as it may be. Nevertheless, I think everyone loves something cool, especially if they benefit. More on that shortly, but let me qualify something: I’m not a policy wonk, so I’m not going to go into the pros and cons of Biden’s plan, except to rant that it better not just be about roads and bridges. As you’ll see throughout this issue, I’m a huge fan of “soft” or green infrastructure as a means to alleviate our decrepid stormwater systems. Ditto for more PV. I’ve scanned the program, and see there’s a housing component within, which has me excited about outside-the box-thinking, but if it does regress to just things asphalt and concrete, the architectural community must get its foot in the funding door to divert money to things architectural and humanizing. Of late, so many cool bridge illumination projects have come to bear. I’m thinking of a pedestrian bridge in Singapore we’ll be featuring in our sister lighting publication. (See opposite page for a tease). Beyond color-changing LED, which helps transform the dreary into the spectacular, the metal mesh structure creates a much more friendly place for people. It’s imperative to do the same for our streetscapes. Looks like this rant will have to go on another day—its coverage will. I’ll leave you with this thought: what more humanizing infrastructure, ultimately, comes down to, is delivering hope. I think that’s an easy sell in the here and now. —Jim Crockett, editorial director

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BIPV in High-Performance Glazing With a dual function as a balcony, balustrade, glazing or a skylight, Solarvolt BIPV modules from Vitro Architectural Glass come in a variety of configurations, including multiple solar cell arrangements and three unique photovoltaic crystalline silicone types for various effects on aesthetics and performance. Compatible with almost all of Vitro’s glass products, the solar panels with solar cells are arranged between two glass lites with glass-film techniques. The modules come in sizes up to 98 in. × 146 in. and in thicknesses of up to two 12-mm lites.

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COVID vs. Robots + PV Pvilion, an innovator in tensile structures and PV fabric technology, has teamed up with the Rensselaer Robotic Team in developing Rapidly Deployable COVID-19 Vaccination Rooms. Funded by an Air Force contract, the manufacture of these structures— HEXT: Hands-Off Expeditionary Tent—requires joining together pieces of large waterproof fabrics within which solar panels are integrated. Rensselaer will design, build and program a team of robots that will hold the material, rotate it and pull it taut while it is being welded and heat-sealed together. Pvilion www.pvilion.com

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Service agencies need to quickly deploy structures that allow safe interaction. These structures must include pressurized space that can be divided into mini-medic rooms; thus HEXT was born.

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Post-Pandemic Pods A great example of a post-pandemic workspace, Stantec’s renovated Edmonton, Canada, headquarters features custom parametric pods from Eventscape. Stantec designed the unique bespoke meeting rooms and private spaces which were then fabricated by Eventscape with the assistance of a 3D fabrication program. Eventscape set up a Virtual Reality experience so that Stantec would see the pods in 3D and fine-tune the design details. Made from a steel sub-structure, digitally fabricated plywood sub-frame millwork, wood veneer finish, upholstery, felt wall coverings, and glass windows and doors, the colorful pods incorporate a sense of playfulness reflected by their large-scale pebblelike aesthetic inspired by natural landscapes. Eventscape

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Eventscape translated Stantec Architecture Boston’s computational designs into its 3D fabrication program to build the pods as envisioned. Prior to fabrication, Eventscape crafted a valuable Virtual Reality (VR) experience enabling the Stantec team to see the design in 3D and fine-tune the details.

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The structures feature a steel sub-structure, digitally fabricated of plywood sub-frame millwork, wood veneer finish, upholstery, felt wall coverings, and glass windows and doors.

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Hand Sanitizer Here to Stay Helping to meet post-COVID hygiene needs, Bradley Corp. has introduced stainless steel hand sanitizer dispenser stands. The ADA-compliant unit can be placed anywhere outside the bathroom including lobbies, stairwells and cafeterias. Available in liquid or gel, foam or liquid mist, the battery-operated dispensers are easy to refill. Bradley Corp. www.bradleycorp.com

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The Helix, a pedestrian bridge for visitors to Marina Bay in Singapore, was created by the team of Arup, Cox and Architecture 61, and demonstrates a new solution of how to make a structure span between two supports. To create a visual spectacle, Arup’s lighting designers incorporated LED lights that accentuate the sweeping structural curves, while illuminating the internal canopy. The canopy consists of metal mesh for both safety and to add visual impact during the day.

Business conditions at architecture firms continued to rebound in April, with the AIA’s Architecture Billings Index score rising to 57.9 for the month—any score over 50 indicates billings growth—the highest ABI score since prior to the Great Recession. While the broader economy also continues to rebound, new concerns have emerged: the increase in the Dept. of Labor’s Consumer Price Index, which was up 0.8% from March to April, and 4.2% from April 2020 to April 2021; core inflation rose by 0.9% in April, the largest increase in that indicator since 1981. Rising consumer prices are largely caused by supply constraints due to a shortage of key inputs, leading to production delays.

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New Green Space for Office Tenants and the Community in Atlanta Office building owners are responding to requests from tenants to offer upgraded outdoor communal spaces as one of several enticements to bring their employees back to their offices in downtown buildings. Observers point out that connection, communication and collaboration are vital to corporate America’s ecosystem, so getting people back together again is critical. Faced with a need to mentor younger workers and the desire to protect their internal culture, many companies are instituting programs to achieve a flexible, productive workforce. Creating healthy environments with high-grade air ventilation and purification systems and operable windows are also underway. In Atlanta, Shorenstein Properties began construction for a new green space at Bank of America Plaza, opened in 1992, to create a new front door connecting Atlanta’s tallest building to surrounding neighborhoods. Atlanta-based Lord Aeck Sargent is overseeing design for the project, scheduled to open in Summer 2021. Totaling approximately 1.2 acres tucked between North Ave. and Peachtree St., the contemporary urban park will incorporate a variety of trees, shrubs and other plant life, contributing to a lush and vibrant green space. Planter barriers are being removed to allow sightlines directly from the street into the building to improve accessibility and attract foot traffic from the surrounding area. “Open air and the ability to get out of the office is now more important than ever,” said Jack Corey, vice president at Shorenstein Properties, owner of the 45-story BOA. “Top talent needs and expects to have outdoor space, particularly in the post-pandemic environment.” The new outdoor park will include new hardscape zones, mixing concrete and granite pavers for variety, wood decking, and site furnishings incorporating a mix of tables, chairs and benches. The objective is a welcoming environment for office users while also drawing in workers and pedestrians from the broader community.

Phase one of renovations to Tower Square, former AT&T regional headquarters, behind historic Fox Theatre, in Midtown Atlanta, Ga. added green space and WiFi.

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Office building owners are responding to requests from tenants to offer upgraded outdoor communal spaces as one of several enticements to bring employees back to offices.

More Green Spaces A nearby project in South Midtown is Tower Square (right) which encompasses the 45-story AT&T Plaza as part of the first phase of a major upgrading program. Here, CBRE has commissioned a 28,000sq.-ft. greenspace, featuring grassy plots, beds of abundant flowers, and various levels of bushes and of trees. A WiFi-enabled covered patio is furnished with seating that can become an open-air conference room, among other proposed uses. The seven story adjacent Annex will be refitted with a streetscape of dining, retail, a fitness center and entertainment venues.

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Austin Restaurant Adds Mystery with Glass Brick Wall The street-facing glass brick wall at Austin’s new restaurant adds mystique to guests and passersby.

The challenge of how to attract customers to a new restaurant in the highly competitive market of Austin, Texas, was to create a façade that is eye-catching, unique and alluring to pedestrians and vehicle traffic. This needed to be accomplished while fulfilling the daylighting requirements by the city. Architects from Olson Kundig were presented the task of creating an urban oasis. From the exterior one sees distorted shapes, vague movement and hazy colors glowing through the translucent glass block. Once inside the customers are transported to another world, a sort of refuge or sanctuary, miles away from the busy street outside. The bar and dining area are sophisticated and contemporary with an industrial vibe, with a soaring ceiling and natural light provided by the glass brick. Seves’ glass bricks were integral in bringing to life the vision of the owner and architects. To create the sense of intrigue, the architects specified Vetropieno solid glass brick, which creates a distorted view that was needed for the effect while still providing significant impact resistance for a wall facing a busy street. It could also be coursed (approximately) with the black modular brick as these are toothed into each other at the perimeter. The city of Austin requires a certain percentage of transparency on exterior façades. The glass bricks perfectly fulfilled this requirement, allowing glimpses of the interior while still protecting privacy. Navvab Taylor of McKinney York Architects, the on-site architect firm for the project, has high praise for the working relationship with Seves Glass Block, “Tony Kava of Seves Glass Block was very gracious with his time, helping us through technical aspects and detailing the wall assembly, and sending us samples that we could present to investors and the building officials.” The service and technical knowhow was as integral to the success of the project

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The city of Austin requires a percentage of transparency on exterior façades. The glass bricks fulfilled this requirement, allowing glimpses of the interior while still protecting privacy.

as the bricks themselves. The restaurant consistently receives accolades from both critics and customers. The food—a modern take on traditional Mexican—and the architecture and ambiance receive their share of credit for the dining experience. Customers use words such as “stunning,” “sophisticated solitude” or “hidden

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Travertine Finish on a Ball Park? Look Closely TRAVERTINE FINISH

The design team ultimately selected a distressed finish that simulates aged travertine by incorporating three finishes at varying widths and depths within a 15-ft. × 30-ft. panel. “Blocks” of a distressed wall display in a pattern that the architect deemed “consistently inconsistent.”

“From the start of design, Fred Ortiz of architect HKS challenged us to ‘think outside the box’ on the finishes for the exterior of the non-brick-clad areas.”

The Texas Ranger’s new facility, Globe Life Field in Arlington, features two really cool aspects to its precast walls. First is aesthetics. The process to “distress” the walls and create a travertine-like appearance/an ability to create “blocks” of the distressed walls in a pattern that the architect deemed “consistently inconsistent.” Second is performance. Its retractable roof means that baseball will be played under a roof on very hot summer days, so the exterior walls needed to have insulating ability. The CarbonCast walls from Altus feature a core of XPS continuous insulation to reduce energy consumption. Carbon fiber grid wythe connectors are used to virtually eliminate thermal bridging across the insulation. Versatile precast was critical as architect HKS originally envisioned the use of hand-laid brick for the north façade. However, the contractor emphasized early on that 100% hand-laid brick would not be possible with the construction schedule. As an alternative, they split up the brickwork, using precast concrete on the exterior of the façade and hand-laid on the interior. They selected a thin-brick version of the same full brick that was being used throughout the ballpark and cast them into the precast concrete column wrap units, which were eventually lifted into place and hung from the steel structure. “From the start of design, Fred Ortiz [of architect HKS] challenged us to ‘think outside the box’ on the finishes for the exterior of the non-brick-clad areas,” says John Arehart, vice president of the architectural division for Enterprise Precast Concrete, the installer. The design team ultimately selected a distressed finish that simulates aged travertine by incorporating three finishes at varying widths and depths within a 15-ft. × 30-ft. panel. “The level of exterior texture gave the façade a travertine look, but in more monolithic, large random blocks,” says Fred Ortiz, director

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HKS selected precast concrete with a distressed finish that simulates aged travertine. The material is able to achieve the look by incorporating three finishes at varying widths and depths within a 15-ft. × 30-ft. panel.

of sports and principal at HKS. “Instead of being consistent, it was consistently inconsistent, and that worked for the betterment of the project.” Because the masonry in the north arcade was part of the same arch element, the precast concrete producer had to work closely with the masonry company and the contractor to ensure that similar masonry color and coursing complemented the hand-laid brick on the interior face of the arches for

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A Revolution in Masonry Design and Detailing In North Carolina’s R&D Triangle, masonry is preferred, but the complexity and number of individual units required for projects can be challenging to model in existing software—until now.

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North Carolina architects have come to rely on masonry for its durability, thermal performance, fire protection and cost efficiency—as well as its aesthetics. However, architects note that designing with masonry creates several challenges, because of the complexity and vast number of individual units required for projects, masonry can be challenging to model in existing software—if not entirely impossible. Leading modeling platforms like Revit that are more focused on steel or monolithic wall structures are not equipped to manage the amount of data contained in masonry projects. The result is a burden on the designer to manually produce and maintain 2D content for patterns, sections, details and specifications—and also introduces a huge amount of manual work to create quality renders owners expect. Michael Sutton,  for Integrated Design in Raleigh, N.C., has experienced the frustrations and limitations of masonry modeling first-hand. In 2019, he designed a multi-phase renovation of Cary’s Triangle Aquatic Center, a 60,000-sq.-ft. facility which added close to 13,000 sq. ft. The existing facility had a complex masonry façade that included a mixture of three colors, two textures and two sizes. During Phase I, Sutton used Revit and manually applied color through photo design software to produce the required elevations for approval. For Phase II, he discovered Masonry iQ, a Revit plug-in that automates much of the time-consuming manual modeling work. Created in a partnership between Echelon and 3DiQ, the software’s developer, it was launched in response to the gaping hole in the ability to model masonry in current architectural design software. A cloud-based plug-in, the tool maintains all the Revit workflows that designers are already familiar with, but adds invaluable capabilities for automatically handling the most time-consuming elements of masonry modeling without bogging down the model. “We’re merging masonry models with data so that a design can directly yield a production order in a fully automated way—with less manual intervention and opportunity for human error,” said Tom Cuneio, founder and president of 3DiQ. According to Cuneio, masonry has been difficult to model in Revit because of its complexity—different shapes, sizes, colors and textures—and sheer number of units contained in even a moderately-sized project. “Often for masonry, the user has to do a lot of hand drawing to get to spec-ready details and ultimately, to get to final construction,” he explained. This trans-

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lates to dozens of hours of work, added costs and can still result in inaccuracies—especially when successive rounds of changes come into play. Worst of all, these inaccuracies often aren’t realized until the construction phase, resulting in change orders and costly delays in the field. Masonry iQ focuses on getting the design construction-ready earlier in the process, allowing architects to focus on creative design. Now, inside of Revit, users are able to translate flat models into fully analyzed masonry structures—not just “wallpaper.” Cuneio noted the designer creates walls in their normal way and then replaces Revit’s masonry materials with intelligent Masonry iQ materials. On top of shaving hours of detailing off of the process, the tool also handles complex engineering considerations, like the placement of movement joints, rebar, corners and field cuts—all in the cloud. The time savings from using the plug-in during design of the Aquatic Center were significant, according to Sutton. “When we specified Oldcastle APG’s Echelon Masonry products for the first phase, we did it the long way by Photoshopping block images onto a 2D drawing to produce the final rendering,” he said. “In the Revit modeling, we had to hand-draw the different block sizes because of the shape differences—not to mention all of the time spent thinking about cuts, penetrations, movement joints and the like.”

Detailed analysis of the design allowed the team to arrive at a more accurate estimate earlier in the process. 3D drawings of more simplified steel configurations and relocated electrical further reduced the scope, helping the team stay within budget.

Photo-Realistic Visuals The project included more than 7,100 units of Split Face and Smooth Face block in three colors and two textures. The software proved its worth here alone. A major challenge of the job was that the colors on the two additions’ elevations had significantly different wall patterns compared to the existing building. “Typically, we’d take CAD elevations and try to bring it into Photoshop, but with the Masonry iQ plugin, all of the locally produced products were available right in the program.” Sutton was impressed when the plug-in caught something that no one realized—a pinkish block color had been selected based on the existing building, but the submittal rendering brought up a brown block. This helped avoid a major issue in the field. Oldcastle APG’s Echelon Masonry www.echelonmasonry.com

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HUMANIZING URBAN ENVIRONMENTS

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Sweden’s ‘Street Moves’ Transform Streets

In developing ideas and kit components, ArkDes Think Tank gathered several players who do not usually collaborate, including the city of Stockholm, the Swedish Transport Agency, the car-sharing company Volvo Car Mobility, and the electric scooter service Voi.

Inspired by the 15-minute city urban planning concept, a Swedish project is enabling residents to travel no more than a minute to a cornucopia of outdoor environs. An innovative project in Sweden is enabling residents to travel no more than a minute to access everything from outdoor gyms and urban gardens, to playgrounds and social hubs. Inspired by the 15-minute city urban planning concept, in which everything you need can be reached within 15 minutes, the ‘Street Moves’ initiative, developed by ArkDes, Sweden’s national center and museum for architecture and design, aims to implement nationwide in the

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next decade, so that every street in Sweden is healthy, sustainable and vibrant by 2030. “There is so much potential to develop what urban space can be used for. For the past 60 years, we’ve planned our cities around cars; now it is time to start designing streets for other things, such as satisfying an increasing need for greenery and meeting places in the city,” says Daniel Byström, project manager for Street Moves, at ArkDes Think Tank.

Building Kit The building kit, which is designed by Lundberg Design, consists of an expandable wooden platform with modular parts that can be placed on top to offer functions such as electric charging stations for cars, parking for electric scooters, outdoor gyms and gardens. The idea behind the kit is to give cities the possibility to use more of their public space for people, rather than cars and vehicle traffic. The kit is inspired by the way cities like San Francisco have turned unused areas in the city into small parks. “We

want people to test, feel and experiment with the kit to discover what they want to do on their street. It’s only when we actually change streets that we can really improve the quality of life for residents, and reduce the climate impact in our increasingly dense cities,” says Linda Kummel, head of ArkDes Think Tank. In addition to Stockholm, the cities of Gothenburg and Helsingborg are also evaluating the kit. The project is funded by the innovation agency Vinnova. Visit www.arkdes.se.

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At the Tempe Center for the Arts, Landscape Forms debuted its new Typology line, which includes both area light fixtures and site furnishings. The line is a system of sculptural and outdoor seating and lighting features, created in partnership with Designworks, a BMW Group company. A ribbon bench serves as a centerpiece for the collection—modular segments enable the bench to meander seamlessly throughout landscapes. LED ring lights and stick lights, artfully illuminate and guide, almost like floating halos. Path lights are encased in concrete mantel to create a small-scale, vertical version of the ribbon bench. www.landscapeforms.com

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City Life Reconsidered In the year since COVID hit, the landscape of city streets has changed drastically. While many businesses and citizens have fled urban cores for greener pastures, opportunities have arisen for clever architects; affordability remains key.

Prior to the pandemic, cities were enjoying a renaissance, with re-gentrification, seemingly, reversing the trend of uber-exurbia. In the past year-plus since, the burgeoning growth of urban cores and neighborhoods has been checked, even abandoned, as the shutdown of offices, nightlife and cultural activity have left many cities reeling as if from a bad case of COVID. But like anyone who’s recovered from a serious health scare, it is time to re-evaluate things—and perhaps make hard choices—in setting forth on the road to wellness. Following is a look at what’s trending. 28

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Affordable, Diverse and Sustainable Housing Housing is no longer just a problem for the lowerincome demographic—since July 2020, 15.9 million people moved from a city to suburb or rural area— often across state lines—in search of more affordable housing. An additional 14 to 23 million Americans are planning to move as a result of remote work—20% of that population comes from large cities; nearly 53% indicate they are seeking more affordable housing. Sometimes, it’s the result of financial issues, as of Dec. 2020, 14 million renters were behind their payments; 11 million homeowners were behind in their

mortgages, and utilities are owed $35-$40 billion. There is also a housing shortage. Prior to the pandemic, 7.2-million units were needed on the market. According to sociologists, exodus from cities will result in an additional 20% commercial vacancy in the next five years. Corollary: the housing sector no longer works, and new construction and operating models are needed. The good news is that there are opportunities for conversion of office and commercial space to residential. Firms, such as CetraRuddy, have done more than four million sq.

Get Creative ADAPTIVE REUSE: OFFICE TO RESIDENTIAL

In the Financial District, CetraRuddy recently completed an innovative office-to-rental conversion at 20 Broad Street, and is currently in construction on the adaptation of a historic landmark, 30 Morningside Drive in Upper Manhattan, into one-of-a-kind luxury apartments.

Nationally, real estate developers are responding to new incentives including floor-area bonuses and tax exemptions for investing in attainable rental housing solutions. “These initiatives have created a flurry of new project starts, creating opportunities to design better layouts for studying and work-fromhome, introducing more daylight and fresh air for tenant health, and adding more extensive amenity programs and mixes of uses,” says John Cetra, , a founding principal of CetraRuddy. The firm is currently working on a number of large-scale rental projects in metro New York and beyond, and applying best practices to large-scale, mixeduse and residential suburban developments, bringing the firm’s expertise in live/work/play lifestyle components to these varied projects.

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ft. of this type of adaptive-reuse work, including 20 Broad Street, the former NYSE office building next to the exchange. Elsewhere, firms like RKTB are working on prototypes for multi-family urban infill models. Perkins and Will, in highlighting the entrants of an internal design competition, debuted a model for a co-living prototype that is not only attractive, but sustainable. Others are pushing even tougher net zero and passive-house solutions as a route to address this particular crisis while also addressing the crisis of climate change and 2030 issues.

MISSING MIDDLE

RKTB’s AIP prototype emerged as a strategy for renewing medium-density neighborhoods by infilling unused lots on their blocks— a strategy that today appeals to public housing advocates, developers and university housing officers.

Adjusting for Affordability With many local economies faltering and people nationwide struggling to make rent and mortgage payments, 2021 is shaping up as “the year of affordable housing,” according to regional agencies and nonprofits like NHP Foundation. Economists add that investors, institutions and policymakers are prioritizing affordable housing solutions, as many seek innovative ideas that accelerate development and construction, especially across sectors from student housing to urban infill to the “missing middle” needed in American towns. Among the most influential and widely emulated concepts is Affordable Infill Prototype (AIP), which serves as a model for housing agencies nationally and has been applied in seven East Coast locations, totaling 400 new units in buildings of varied architectural styles. Suiting resident needs, the AIP structures are “flexible enough for use on vacant lots and properties of any size.”

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Co-Living on Your Own Terms A submission in Perkins + Will’s internal Phil Freelon design competition, “Arroyo,” which was designed to be located in the West Village of Manhattan, is a self-sustaining community. Its spaces are meant to embrace all generations, and it responds to the housing crisis by giving residents opportunities to subsidize rent by being active in the community. By sustaining the environment, and continuously adding value, residents can gain points that can be traded for services, or its monetary value in rent. The wood-framed architecture is inspired by an arroyo, a place that was once dry then transforms to a stream of life. The building consists of 12 floors; residential area starts from level 1. The lower levels are meant for younger generations and maximize co-living with shared facilities and communal spaces. Mid-levels are meant for young professionals or couples and have a private bed/bathroom, but share the rest of the facilities. The uppermost levels are for smaller families. The two towers are merged with a bridge overlooking the Hudson river.

ALL GO FOR GREEN MDU development recently completed a 156-unit net-zero village complex in Rotterdam, N.Y. The complex uses submetering from Leviton, including its new Load Center, to remotely monitor energy use for each apartment. This allows staff to see comparisons in HVAC and energy usage, and detect variances, which can sometimes point to malfunctioning equipment, or units consuming excess energy. Yet it’s unobtrusive, and as project developer David Bruns points out, the load center is right in plain view. “It’s a great improvement over the stodgy load centers of the past.” Leviton www.leviton.com

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Even-Steven in Adding the Green it Occupies A Best of the Best winner in the 2020 Architecture MasterPrize competition, the design for 18 Robinson, by Kohn Pedersen Fox, enhances the physical, cultural and environmental context of contemporary Singapore. Located on a tiny downtown site, the balanced elements of the faceted tower are visually dynamic and contrasted to the forest of simply extruded rectilinear towers that surround it, allowing the building to feel light and airy. Most notably, the design places the equivalent of its site area as publicly accessible green space, terracing over the height of the tower, in keeping with Singapore’s Landscape Replacement Area policy—a new part of its visionary green agenda.

The site design for 18 Robinson places the equivalent of its site area as publicly accessible green space.

FREEDOM HOUSE, GREEN BAY, WISC.

The Freedom House expansion, by Berners Schober, in Green Bay. Wisc., demonstrates how wood can be used to create affordable, yet beautiful housing. Freedom House Ministries provides transitional living areas to help families who need assistance. A challenging site prompted the design team to develop a bifurcated plan, separating living from staff areas, but linking them with a glazed bridge. The structures, with five gabled roof forms, house up to 16 families. Use of natural cedar cladding unifies the two buildings and speaks to the goal of providing simple, sustainable living with a familiar, warm and welcoming aesthetic.

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When Shading and Architecture Marry Chicago’s Printers Row, located in the South Loop neighborhood of the city, is home to a large collection of former warehouses and factory lofts built at the turn of the century. Mostly built of steel-frame construction and wrapped in richly detailed brick, terracotta and stone, the area is one of many protected historic districts in the city. So when Filoramo Taslma Architecture was commissioned to create a mixed-use infill project, a blended, but distinct, design was at the fore. The residence portion of the structure pays homage to its neighbors with playful massing clad in dark-gray brick and a hanging terracotta brise-soleil. In keeping with the historic district, the prevailing material is dark-gray brick arranged in a stretcher-bond format and sequenced

as a colonnade at the retail podium. The rhythm of the colonnade rises to the second story, where openings screen and frame an outdoor terrace. Residential areas are largely illuminated by floorto-ceiling glazing located on the south elevation. As a measure of privacy, and to mitigate glare from the curtainwall, the south elevation is shaded by a hanging terracotta screen produced by Shildan. The screen hangs from the top slab, and is made of 4-in.-tall and 6-in.-wide tiles. Products Used: Shildan Fabrik terracotta and Endicott Sienna Ironspot brick. Shildan

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The terracotta brise-soleil naturally provides shading— and privacy—of interior spaces, delivering not only beauty, but functionality.

THROWING SHADE?

While rather low key on the outside, helping it blend seamlessly into the neighborhood, the terracotta brise-soliel inside creates delightful visual effects.

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While not a housing project, the new Lansingerland-Zoetermeer Station in Amsterdam, by Team V Architecture—another Best of the Best 2020 Architecture MasterPrize winner—represents a component in everyone’s life: getting to work. A future-proof, sustainable transport hub, the big concept of the station was to create of a green urban space at height, a park-like avenue above train and vehicular traffic. Look to next issue for more on greening efforts, and blending infrastructure with residential.

GREEN AT HEART

The station forms the heart of an intersection of railway lines, bus routes, light rail, bike lanes and a motorway. Adding a vegetated element helps soften the infrastructure’s harsh nature.

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Revitalizing communities, boosting property values and enhancing health and wellbeing, buildings and developments are leveraging the benefits of waterfront locations.

by Barbara Horwitz-Bennett, contributing writer

Delivering social, economic and wellness benefits, waterfront buildings, sites and parks are an important aspect of urban development. “City leaders, urban planners and developers all understand the value of reimagining waterfront sites as vibrant, mixed-use neighborhoods that provide places to live, work and play,” states Meghan McDermott, Partner, Robert A.M. Stern Architects, New York. Boosting land and property values, enhancing quality of life and promoting diversity, communities are investing in lakefront projects. “It makes a lot of sense to recalibrate our waterfronts as multipurpose infrastructure and create these environments. We have seen the benefits from the environmental, social and financial perspectives. You end up with better quality of life,” affirms veteran landscape architect Mia Lehrer, , Studio-, Los Angeles.

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As a major biophilic design strategy, the respected sustainability consulting firm Terrapin Bright Green discusses the Presence of Water pattern in its “14 Patterns of Biophilic Design” white paper. Delving into the many health and wellness features of water, the paper cites research establishing reduced stress, increased feelings of tranquility, and lower heart rate and blood pressure among people exposed to water. In addition, the presence of water has been shown to improve self-esteem and mood.

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Ferry Terminal Connects with Respect to Past Formerly a U.S. Air Force Cold War fuel depot and pier, Mukilteo, Wash.’s scenic tribal site has been preserved and transformed into the highly sustainable Mukilteo Multimodal Ferry Terminal building. Transporting more than two million vehicles and nearly four million riders annually in conjunction with State Route 525, the Mukilteo-Clinton ferry route serves as the major transportation corridor connecting Whidbey Island to the Seattle-Everett metropolitan area. Highly respecting the site’s history, the project team—led by LMN Architects—consulted with the

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local Tribes having jurisdiction over the shoreline, per the federal National Historic Preservation Act of 1968. “What we heard universally was their concern that the site be respected as an historic place of spiritual significance,” relates Howard Fitzpatrick, principal, LMN Architects, Seattle. In addition to removing the pier—which involved cleaning up the creosote chemicals, fuel tank remnants and associated foundations—the project team designed a minimalist terminal building structure made from glass, concrete and timber. A cross-laminated timber longhouse-style shed

roof supports a full array of photovoltaic panels and is flanked by large expanses of glazing running through the terminal’s long corridors. Commuters are treated to views of the Salish Sea and Mount Baker, and signage conveys the site’s history and the building’s many sustainable features including passive ventilation, radiant heating, pervious paving and rainwater harvesting. “The idea of ‘living light on the earth’ became a guiding principle for the project and was enthusiastically received by the Tribal leadership,” states Fitzpatrick.

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In converting an old U.S. Air Force Cold War fuel depot and pier into the Mukilteo Multimodal Ferry Terminal, LMN Architects consulted with the local Native American tribes having jurisdiction over the shoreline to design a building with a minimal footprint that respects the site’s history.

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Design Details The roof canopy is made from sustainably harvested and locally sourced cross-laminated timber with Douglas Fir and steel composite columns supporting Douglas Fir twinned glulam rafters. Western Red Cedar—historically a source of material for clothing, weapons, baskets and shelter for the coastal Salish tribes—is used for the wall cladding. “We used the materials in a straightforward and frank way; all the roof structure is exposed, wall finishes in public areas are cedar or tile, floors are polished concrete and generous glass walls provide views to the land and sea sides,” adds Fitzpatrick. The roof is oriented toward the south/southeast at an angle of roughly 20 degrees from horizontal. In addition to maximizing daylighting and views, the slanted roof is also ideally located for the photovoltaics and rainwater harvesting. With the exception of the large piston that lifts the overhead passenger loading bridge, the PV system provides for all of the terminal’s electrical needs, even returning power to the grid on particularly sunny days. Accounting for the frequency of automatic doors opening into the Great Hall, the public areas are heated by an in-slab hydronic system operated by electrically-powered high-efficiency heat pumps. This supports patron comfort without squandering warm air in winter. “Cooling and ventilation of the Great Hall in summer are via thermostatically-controlled awning windows in the curtainwall activated by a rack-andpinion system. Cool maritime air flows through the space, obviating the need for air conditioning,” says Fitzpatrick. The site’s vehicle holding area, which houses 250 cars, is paved with pervious paving bedded with layers of filter fabric, sand and crushed rock. This provides filtration for stormwater and runoff before the water re-enters the adjacent Possession Sound.

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The site’s highly sustainable strategies include a rooftop PV array, rainwater harvesting, passive ventilation, radiant heating, heat pumps and pervious paving.

The building showcases tribal cultural motifs created by local Native American artists that provide a sense of place. Pedestrians and commuters can continue on to a new waterfront promenade that connects a path from downtown Mukilteo, through the terminal and on to the beach. Reflecting back on the project, Washington State Ferries Tribal Liaison Phillip Narte relates that collaborating with 11 tribal governments, and the associated cultural and historical issues, made for a very challenging project, but one that he anticipates will become a model for how local, state and tribal governments can work together.

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The terminal features a cross-laminated timber longhouse-style shed roof and large windows, affording commuters and visitors beautiful views of the sea and mountains.

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American Water’s new 220,000 sq.-ft. waterfront headquarters capitalizes on views of the Delaware River and downtown Philadelphia. To offer flexibility and variety in settings that support the ways people choose to work, recharge and network, comfortable social spaces were added throughout the building. Among those spaces are a Wi-Fi enabled terrace with lounge furnishings and an on-campus riverfront park, where people can hold walking meetings, gather for lunch conversations or relax and recharge.

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American Water, the largest and geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility, has a new 220,000-sq.-ft., LEED Platinumcertified headquarters in Camden, N.J., a 26-acre waterfront complex along the Delaware River. The highly sustainable Robert A.M. Stern Architects-designed project features a long, narrow footprint to maximize views of the water, a four-story transparent atrium that is crisscrossed by upper-level bridges and a rooftop terrace offering

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views of the park and the Philadelphia skyline across the river. “The new headquarters was designed to be the centerpiece of our master plan for the Camden waterfront, which envisions a vibrant, mixed-use community with pedestrian-friendly streets and a network of open spaces that will reconnect downtown Camden with its historic riverfront,” reports Meghan McDermott, partner, Robert A.M. Stern Architects, New York. Toward this end, landscaped plazas open at the building’s north and south ends to provide additional public space adjacent to the waterfront. Further, more than 40% of the total site area is dedicated to open spaces, including vegetated roof terraces, pedestrian-oriented hardscaped areas and vegetation. Receiving LEED’s highest accreditation for both Core & Shell and Interiors, sustainable strategies include water reuse for toilets and landscaping, solar window shades to maximize daylighting, and highefficiency heating and cooling systems. The MEP engineer on the project, Buro Happold’s water-efficiency strategies achieved an impressive

water use reduction of 57% below baseline. Further, rainwater reclamation, waterless urinals, and lowflow water closets and faucets reduced potable water usage for sewage conveyance by 95.7% and flush and flow fixtures water use by 77.32%. The landscaping was designed with droughttolerant species to eliminate the need for irrigation during summer months. Buro Happold also engineered the infrastructure for a future graywater recycling system. The project also prioritizes stormwater quality. The rainwater systems were designed to capture 90% of the average annual rainfall runoff to treat and remove 95% of the average annual post-development total suspended solids through a combination of best management practices for cleaner runoff. As for energy efficiencies, building envelope, lighting and HVAC strategies resulted in a 38.7% reduction in energy use and a 30% reduction in energy cost savings. Contributing to mechanical savings is the use of high efficiency chillers, boilers, heat pumps and condensers; variable volume reheat air handling

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Receiving LEED Platinum certifications for both Core & Shell and Interiors, Robert A.M. Stern Architects American Water headquarters design showcases a four-story transparent atrium that is crisscrossed by upper-level bridges and a rooftop terrace.

units; a high-efficiency cooling tower; and LED lighting. All spaces are served by VAV terminal units with some key spaces incorporating fan coil units. Fin tube radiators at the perimeter of each space further maximize occupant comfort. In addition, the building design brings in 30% more air than a typical office facility. Optimizing building enclosure performance— made from aluminum composite cladding—are recessed façade panels providing self shading during the peak summer months and enhancing glazing performance. The façade design was vetted through iterative energy modeling, all systems were fully commissioned to assure their full functionality for optimum performance and energy metering equipment ensures ongoing performance efficiencies are captured. Playing a central role in revitalizing the area, the city plans to extend the existing street grid and utilities, connecting the new neighborhood to downtown Camden and Center City Philadelphia with new pedestrian walkways, bike paths and shuttle bus and ferry service.

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“Everything from the massing to the façade design and interior materials was inspired by the idea of connecting the interior to the exterior... It’s unusual in a high rise to feel so connected to the landscape.” —Mark Schwettman, Director, SOM, San Francisco

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SOM’s new 20-story, 335,000-sq.-ft. One Steuart Lane luxury tower offers stunning views of San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge.

Rhythm by the Bay With its iconic façade and highly sustainable design, the new 20-story, 335,000-sq.-ft. One Steuart Lane luxury tower is cashing in on one of the last remaining sites on the downtown San Francisco waterfront. Creating a unique indoor/outdoor experience, SOM’s design on every three to four floors for the bay-facing residences incorporates large Reynaers structural-glass sliding doors which completely open the homes to wrap around, 40-ft. terraces and views. “Everything from the massing to the façade

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design and interior materials was inspired by the idea of connecting the interior to the exterior,” says Mark Schwettman, director, SOM, San Francisco, whose firm designed the project. “We have the wrap-around terraces with floor to ceiling sliding glass, large picture windows without visible mullions or dividers and the minimal but warm interior materials that create a frame for the views. It’s unusual in a high rise to feel so connected to the landscape.” The façade is made from high-performance, seismically-sound aluminum concealed by plaster and travertine. Each volume is divided horizontally by recessed balconies trimmed in stone, metal and clear glass. A custom, fully thermally broken unitized window wall—with large and varied modules of 4 ft., 6 ft. and 8 ft. in width—creates rhythm to the building. For the mechanical system, in lieu of heat pumps, an efficient central plant removes all the noisy equipment from the condominiums and puts it up on the roof. For more precise temperature control, each unit is equipped with four pipe horizontal fan coils. In modeling the window-to-wall ratio based on the mechanical system design, San Francisco’s climate and other inputs, the design team was surprised to reveal a higher Solar Heat Gain Coefficient than expected, which allowed for very clear glass.

Domestic hot water is a major energy consumer in residential buildings; the building uses evacuated tube solar collectors allowing cover to a large part of the small roof area without sacrificing light and transparency the way flat plate collectors or PV can.

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“The glass is typically both laminated and insulated, the non-glazed portions of the wall are insulated and the frames are fully thermally broken, etc.,” explains Schwettman. “The west façade of the building actually has a significant amount of opaque area except at the corners, in response to the reduced opportunity for light and views.” Targeting water conservation, as domestic hot water is a major residential energy consumer, the building has evacuated tube solar collectors. “These allow us to cover a large part of the relatively small roof area without sacrificing light and transparency the way flat plate collectors or PV do,” he adds.

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ACM fins and curtainwall clad a new office building along the Chicago River as part of Lincoln Yards revitalization program.

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SOM, tenant anchor C.H. Robinson, a global third-party logistics provider, has settled 1,000 employees in the 4-story facility seeking LEED Gold certification. The undulating fins were created with approximately 28,240 sq. ft. of 4-mm ACM in a custom Sunlight

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High performance and corrosion resistant, zinc roofing and cladding was ideal for Oregon State University’s new Marine Science Building location by Yaquina Bay in Newport, Ore.

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More Than Just a Stadium Not only does the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers’ new home feature a Mediterranean biome botanical garden, but SoFi Stadium is the first to incorporate a large man-made lake feature that doubles as a rainwater harvesting system. “The six-acre lake collects stormwater runoff from around the complex, where it is filtered through natural wetlands and mechanical systems to irrigate

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“Traditionally, when you think of metallics, you think of silver. This [line] is not silver. Soon, architects will be able to co-develop colors with us.” not be a stats class. In fact, it was heartening to learn the data was collected in an old-fashioned way—by years of studying the impact of Florida’s harsh weather on coatings and paint the company has been developing. The very analog test facility resembles a solar array, but instead of PV cells, its coating samples allow the manufacturer to gauge gloss retention, chalking, color fade, blistering and flaking. Now that said, according to Sherwin-Williams’ Channing Beaudry, who leads their global research development group, it was the availability of modern analysis tools that allowed the company to take thousands of data points collected over 20 to 30 years, and turn it into hard performance information. Why was that critical? To date, metallic coatings involve a three-step process, including a final clear coating, but based on the data Sherwin-Williams collected, it proved a two-step process, where mica, rather than Aluminum, serves as the base metal, eliminated the need for a final coat. This means faster speed to market and availability; new formulation advances; and new color spaces. Finally, it is more sustainable in that it uses less paint, and simply lasts longer. Check it out on the opposite page, and check out the adjacent project, which used a Continuum predecessor.

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TO THE EDGE AND BACK Wooster Products STAIRMASTER anti-slip treads provide and edge of visibility for safety. With a bonding process that ensures a long service life, the treads are ideal for exit path markings, safety egress systems, steps and landings. Available in 9-in. or 11-in. widths, product comes standard with a mill-finish extruded aluminum base with a beveled edge and countersunk holes. CIRCLE 376

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CLIP AND SAVE Boosting thermal performance in exterior wall cladding and façade systems, Technoform’s new thermal isolator clip supports continuous insulation designs. By ensuring that the wall system’s dew point stays outside of the airwater barrier, this prevents condensation inside the wall cavities. Faster and easier to install than conventional fasteners and framing systems, the cost effective thermal isolator clip is compatible with aluminum composite material, ultra high-performance concrete, stone, terracotta and other wall cladding materials. CIRCLE 375

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SEAT OF POWER Designed with flexible workspaces in mind, the BuzziDee is an acoustic pouf that absorbs and diffuses sound while also creating a comfortable, informal working experience. The seat features a large surface area that absorbs sound completely, without interference from a structural frame. The unique design is both comfortable and versatile, and they are available in both solid colors and textured patterns. CIRCLE 372

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SPACE SHAPER Combining the comfort of a lounge chair with partitions for privacy, the Iso Work Lounge Collection provides a welcome and quiet space to sit, work and focus. Armless lounge and love seat models, as well as panels, perform beautifully alone or as an ensemble to create stand-alone modules, clusters, or expand into a multitude of wellproportioned arrangements for various meeting requirements.

Arcadia

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AN OPEN LOOK With its open shelving design, the Open Vanity features matte white cabinets with drawer fronts in choice of 36 matte or glossy colors, 10 wood finishes and matte solidsurface countertops. Complementing the vanity’s horizontal styling are tall storage cabinets. The collection is available in a variety of configurations. CIRCLE 373

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THE GRAND STAIRCASE Enhancing the lobby experience at 4747 Bethesda in Bethesda, Md., Banker Wire SZ-4 mesh flanks the ceremonial three-story staircase, lending transparency behind multiple glass panes. Stainless steel melded with bronze-aged copper wire mesh creates a unique weave that changes with the viewer’s angle. “Contrasting the bronze-embossed glass that clads the building, the lobby is articulated as a jewel box,” says Ruben Quesada, designer, ZGF Architects, the architect on the project. “The combination of the copper and stainless steel pairs well with the other timeless materials in the space—bronze, Italian marble and walnut wood—creating a cohesive design message.” CIRCLE 371

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INDOOR-OUTDOOR SCHOOL Supporting Spring Hill middle school’s indoor-outdoor learning environment on its new campus in Petaluma, Calif., DMARC Studio specified a 168-ft.-long EXTECH SKYGARD 2500 Series glass skylight system. Offering shading and shelter, the exterior system allows the school to keep its doors open during the school day, maximizing daylighting, views and ventilation. The skylight system is butt-glazed in the horizontal direction, and at the head and sill, with no need for intermediate purlins.

Wooster Products safety treads such as Spectra® WP3C, Supergrit® 231BF, and Alumogrit®105 pictured above are durable and long lasting treads designed for heavy pedestrian traffic for both indoor and outdoor use.

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MULTI-SENSORY EXPERIENCE Combining the latest technology in sound, light and water delivery, ThermaSol raises the ultimate showering experience bar with its latest HydroVive. Lighting features include 200 Fullcolor spectrum luminous LED and color changing “mood lighting.” The audio incorporates Bluetooth technology and four state-of-the art-speakers to deliver low distortion, natural response and amazing high frequency capability. The light, sound and rainhead environmental system is delivered within a single self-contained module. CIRCLE 369

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The 2Z399 Cup Pull is an arc in a truncated cone.

EUROPEAN ORIGINALS Reproducing the work from internationally recognized architects and product designers, Schwinn Hardware introduces three additions to its Schwinn Originals collection. The 34094 Pull, designed by Swiss architect and product designer Max Bill, is a rounded triangle with logically-sized circular bases for the transfer of force from handle to panel. The 2Z399 Cup Pull, designed by German architect and furniture designer Egon Eiermann, is an arc in a truncated cone, and the 34093 Hook, designed by William Lescaze, Swiss-born American architect and industrial designer, is designed to hang on and hang over. CIRCLE 368

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United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum, Colorado Springs, CO Designed by Diller Renfro + Scofidio Architects Anodized Aluminum from Lorin Industries, Inc. Panel fabricator MG McGrath

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STRAIGHT FROM THE ALPS Inspired by blue-gray sandstone found in the Apuan Alps, In-Side is a new line of porcelain floor and wall tiles from Laminam. The tiles’ lean profile makes installation, with minimal grout lines, a compelling feature. Notably, the tiles are strong and resistant enough for structural applications, making them suitable for everything from flooring to wall decoration, to bathroom and kitchen surfaces. CIRCLE 367

Laminam

In-Side www.laminamusa.com

OLD BOTTLES BECOME NEW CEILINGS Felt ceiling system for lobbies, classrooms, arenas and commercial applications offers high acoustical performance—up to an NRC of 1.10. Available in varying heights from 6-in. to 24-in. and lengths from 1-ft. to 8-ft., the Felt Baffles and Open Cell system by CertainTeed comes in 18 standard colors ranging from vibrant hues to timeless neutrals. GREENGUARD Gold certified and completely recyclable, the ceiling system is made from 60% recycled PET content that comes from plastic soft drink bottles. CIRCLE 366

CertainTeed

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EXPANDED TOILET LINES Niagara has introduced four new WaterSensecertified product lines, offering architects an array of water-efficient, durable lavatory options. The cost effective Liberty installs quickly and is available in round and elongated bowls, ADA and standard heights. Sabre and Shadow lines features Niagara’s Stealth technology which leverages a vacuum-assist for better performance with less water. The former is available in 1.1 and 1.28 gallons per flush (GPF), and the former is offered in 0.8 and 1.28 GPF options. Barron, made for the light commercial industry, comes in 1.0 and 1.28 GPF, round and elongated bowls. CIRCLE 365

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1, 2, 3 CLICK INTO ACTION Daltile’s latest patented porcelain system, RevoTile installs two times faster than traditional tile. Installation can be completed in a day. In three steps, it is installed: 1. Place underlayment with no mortar required. 2. Click tiles together. 3. Grout immediately with no wait time. It is available in 26 marble, wood, stone and concrete looks. CIRCLE 362

Daltile

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THE WRITING ON THE WALL Out of the Archive, the new collection from WolfGordon, is more than just a series of wallpaper designs. It’s history brought to life. Inspired by historical designs, but adapted for modern design sensibilities and tastes, these wallpapers are ideal for healthcare and hospitality settings. Each of the 10 patterns is available in three color settings, and digital printing makes any size room possible. CIRCLE 364

Wolf-Gordon

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GLAZING SWEET SPOT Blending a neutrally reflective silver-blue aesthetic with solar performance, Vitro introduces Solarban R77. More subtle than Solarban R100 glass, but more pronounced than Solarban 67 glass, the new offering gives architects more options to more accurately match their designs. “Architects are looking for a product that hits that sweet spot between transmitted color being too reflective and not reflective enough,” explains Nathan McKenna, director, marketing and innovation, Vitro Architectural Glass. “Solarban R77 glass meets that challenge.” CIRCLE 363

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Not only does it look good, it makes you feel good. Since 1994, Bison Innovative Products has led the industry in designing and manufacturing versatile pedestals, pavers, and site furnishings that offer the design exibility to create unique and beautiful rooftop environments. Our independently tested, modular deck system allows rooftop decks to be installed quickly and easily. bisonip.com | 800.333.4234 Circle 52

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TAKE A SEAT Born in 2000, the iconic silhouette still sets the Duna 02 apart as a design classic, ripe for reinvention. Arper’s latest design of the flower petal-shaped chair is an eco-friendly option made of 100% recycled post-industrial material. The new plastic shell fabrication, available in a new range of colors in polypropylene and in a sustainably-made shell, allows for a thinner, sleeker profile and more delicate curvature. CIRCLE 361

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WEATHERED PAGES Vellum and Bindery feature crisp pattern detail and color contrast designed to capture the tradition of book binding and the hand-crafted patinas of early papermaking. They marry geometric themes with clear and crisp separations. A hand-drawn feel carries both patterns, with linear striations coming and going in the background. Ideal for commercial interiors looking for a soft elegance. CIRCLE 360

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BIRD-FRIENDLY ADDITION Expanding its line of bird-friendly products, Guardian introduces Bird1st Etch glass. Available in four patterns on translucent glass, the offering is available on Guardian UltraClear low-iron glass and standard clear glass and can be paired with a number of coatings. The glass can also be heat treated and used with laminated glass for safety benefits. CIRCLE 359

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FINDING SOLACE Amerlux’s new set of architectural-grade, ultrashallow downlights are the right fit for any interior commercial application where super-tight plenum space has backed designers into a ceiling jam. Solace requires just 2 in. of plenum space to make your ceilings tower under recessed lighting. The downlight family includes a sub-3-in. aperture with round and square die-cast aperture trims and plenty of flexibility as a downlight, opened or lensed, pinhole, adjustable options and as a lensed wall wash for gyp, grid and millwork ceilings. CIRCLE 358

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Moisture-Resistant MDF You Can Trust Roseburg’s Medex® MDF is the preferred choice for casegoods, windowsills, moldings, or trim requiring outstanding moisture resistance. With no added formaldehyde, Medex MDF delivers superior physical properties, exceptional performance, and proven results, making it the top specified MR50 MDF panel in the U.S. Order your sample today at roseburg.com.

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Inspired Product + Material Choices

Sable at Navy Pier, Chicago Reflecting Chicago’s urbanity, the Sable at Navy Pier is the perfect spot where the city meets the lake. KOO’s combined architectural design and interior design of the hotel celebrates Navy Pier’s unique location and historic past. KOO’s interior design pulls inspiration from the location’s history as a port—and the USS Sable after which the hotel is named—by incorporating subtle nautical cues like weathered brass, ship building materials and the use of smooth curves similar to those of a ship’s interior cabin.

These motifs are layered with elements drawn from 19th century Pageant of Progress held at the pier and from the USS Sable’s pre-WWII life as a Great Lakes’ luxury passenger cruise ship. The color palette is grounded by mixed neutrals and highlighted by a spectrum of blues and blue-greens like the colors of Lake Michigan. According to Andrew Buck, , Senior Architect, KOO, there were some challenges and those consisted of designing around the existing condi-

tions—the project is a combination of renovation and new construction. The design of the hotel lobby was challenging because of the existing conditions that needed to be incorporated, such as ductwork serving other parts of the pier as well as a wide corridor that needed to maintained through the lobby in order to provide continuous pier access,” says Buck.

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Exterior Panels

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AWP 3030 edges are shiplapped only on the top and bottom, with the top edge including a sealant gasket. Vertical edges for are flat, requiring sealant backers or metal trim and allowing only a stacked layout.

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The glass façade offers guests floor-to-ceiling windows and a window seat with unparalleled lake and skyline views. From the exterior, the angled surfaces of each room plays with ever-changing range of light, shadow and color of the lake to reflect within.

SunGuard SuperNeutral 68 transmits the most light and has the most neutral appearance of any SunGuard product. It can also be laminated to deliver sound reduction, security and safety.

PROJECT SPECS

Project: Sable Hotel at Navy Pier Opened: March 2021 Owner: Developed & Operated by Maverick Hotels & Restaurants; led by ACRON USA; Navy Pier–Pier Entity; Hilton Hotels–Hotel Brand Owner’s Representative: DRB Consulting Architect/Interior Designer: KOO Structural Engineer: Thornton Tomasetti Landscape Architect: Daniel Weinbach & Partners Civil Engineer: Terra Engineering MEPFP: Design Engineer ESD General Contractor: James McHugh Construction & Powers Construction (McHugh – Powers Joint Venture) Mechanical/Plumbing Design Build Contractor: AMS Electrical Design Build Contractor: JMS Photography: Mike Schwartz

Andrew Buck, , Senior Architect, , was the project lead for the Sable Hotel at Navy Pier. During his 5-year commitment to this project, he saw the project from concept through construction completion.

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The glass façade offers guests floor-to-ceiling windows...

Geography and location were primary factors in the hotel design. “We equipped each guestroom with a window box, to capture unique views of Chicago and the lake and the brow above the undulating façade provides solar shading,” says Buck. The design also incorporates micropiles—super-thin, high-performance, high-capacity piles—that thread through the existing pier foundations and lake water to bedrock below. These micropiles support new columns and a new structural slab that creates a platform to carry the hotel floors. “We were tying into existing columns and carefully weaving a large building into the existing structure of the pier. We needed to remove the roof off of existing pre-function space and built a kind of ‘platform’ on top of which the hotel guestrooms were constructed,” says Buck. The project is aiming to be LEED Silver Certified and provides many sustainable initiatives including, high-performance glass, continuous insulation, a green roof, minimal irrigation for landscaping, low-flow plumbing fixtures and an energy-efficient mechanical system.

...and a window seat in each guestroom with unparalleled lake and skyline views.

Daylighting To make the most of this unique location, KOO started with a window box as the organizing principle for the design of the façade and guestrooms. Each of the 223 guest rooms feature a window seat to view Chicago’s unparalleled skyline.

Windows From the exterior, the angled surfaces of each room plays with everchanging range of light, shadow and color of the lake to reflect within the space.

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In the lobby, brown and gold “rope-inspired” custom area rugs balance out the room.

Seating adds style and sophistication to the lobby gathering areas.

Porcelain tile with a wood-look.

Custom entry ceiling light fixture in the lobby.

Porcelanosa

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The interior design pulls inspiration from the location’s history as a port—and the USS Sable after which the hotel is named—by incorporating subtle nautical cues like weathered brass, ship building materials and the use of smooth curves similar to those of a ship’s interior cabin.

Timeline of Events The team, which consisted of the developer, architect and general contractor, responded to an RFP for the hotel on Navy Pier at the end of 2014. The hotel was part of the Navy Pier Centennial Vision, but architect KOO added a rooftop bar.  In 2015, the team began the pre-design and feasibility study phase. The Design and Documentation phases began in earnest in spring 2016, with Construction Documents being completed in spring 2018.  Construction on the rooftop bar began first and it opened with a bang, prior to the pandemic in 2019. The hotel construction began in summer 2018, and opened for guests in March 2021.

Working Through COVID

Since KOO started the project well before COVID-19, it did not have a great impact since most everything had been planned already. Safety protocols—masks, temperature checks, etc.—on the jobsite were implemented from March 2020 onward, and construction was completed in November 2020. Due to COVID restrictions, Sable did not open until March 2021.

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Boldly unconventional and unmatched durability meet comprehensive, compelling color. Glazed Brick by Glen-Gery showcases and lasts like nothing else. glengery.com/glazedbrick

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Guestroom Modularity In any hotel, there is a degree of modularity typically due to the repetitive nature of the typical guestroom module; however, this is different from “modular construction,” which was not used. At Sable, the design of the rooms is based on four different modules. From an interior architectural perspective, there is a modularity that is stacked from floor to floor to maintain efficient plumbing and mechanical configurations. On the exterior the window boxes alternate between angled and orthogonal geometries, which creates an undulating exterior wall horizontally and a kind of checkerboard pattern if one looks at the entire elevation at the same time. The alternating furniture and window configurations within the room provide a unique guest experience while still maintaining the efficiency of a module.

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Project Adds to Seattle’s Expanding Hotel Options Roof hatches provide reliable access atop a new skyscraper.

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The BILCO Company PROJECT:

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Seattle, Wash. DESIGN TEAM:

LMN Architects PRODUCT SPECS: » BILCO Roof Hatches » BIL-CLIP Flashing System

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CHALLENGE: Hotel construction has soared in Seattle in recent years,

including the opening of the Hyatt Regency Seattle in 2018. The $470 million project includes 1,260 guest rooms, 45 floors, and 1.4 million square feet. The hotel is the largest in the Pacific Northwest. Developer Richard Hedreen purchased the three-quarter block, L-shaped parcel in 1995. The project faced an unusual number of hurdles, including the city’s design-review process. The site needed to be reviewed as a possible historical landmark, and some tenants in apartments on the block where the hotel was built required relocation assistance. Designed by LMN Architects, the project closely resembles the original vision. “We wanted to create a visitor experience that was authentic to the ethos of Seattle, allowing guests to be immersed in the culture of the Pacific Northwest,” said Stephen Van Dyck, Design Partner for LMN Architects.

BILCO

INFLUENCE: The hotel received LEED Gold certification, the second-highest

building rating in the world, and is the only LEED Gold-certified hotel in Seattle. Environment-friendly measures included installing a light-colored roof to reduce the urban heat-island effect, and incorporating a highly-efficient laundry system that captures both heat and water after use to reduce the need for additional energy to preheat incoming water to the laundry system. Construction teams also designed mechanical and lighting systems that reduce the building’s energy usage, uses waste heat from the chiller to heat hotel spaces and incorporates recycled content in more than 20 percent of the products used

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in its construction. “Building sustainability is a strong core value of ours,” said Shauna Decker, Vice President of Design & Development for Hedreen. “Frankly, in order to represent Seattle appropriately, we had to make the commitment early to achieving LEED Gold for the Hyatt Regency Seattle.” SOLUTION: The project includes four roof hatches manufactured by The

BILCO Company. The roof hatches provide reliable roof access and are equipped with snow sensors, motorized operation and safety railing systems. Two hatches measure 3-ft., 2-in. × 12-ft., and the others are 3-ft., 2-in. × 14-ft. The custom-built hatches include compression spring operators for lift assistance and an automatic hold-open arm with grip handle release. They are also manufactured with corrosion-resistant materials. The curb features the Bil-Clip flashing system, an innovative method to quickly and easily secure single-ply roofing to the hatch. The hatches required customization to be used on the roof of the hotel, which sits on an unusually shaped, narrow parcel in downtown Seattle. The units were equipped with motorized operation to facilitate opening and closing in the city’s notoriously damp climate. LMN Architects had been knowledgeable about BILCO from work on previous projects, according to Lisa Stevens of GVA Northwest, which procured the hatches for RC Building Specialties. “BILCO’s reputation as an industry leader and the company’s ability to accommodate the sizes needed in a timely matter were almost assuredly important factors for LMN,’’ Stevens said.

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Converging Architectural + Performance Goals

BRANDING + COLORS

The Lurie brand is well known in the Chicago area, and CannonDesign carried its visible branding markers throughout the design of the clinic. The hand logo and the Lurie blue, a Benjamin Moore paint color known as Chicago Blues, appears on the outside and inside of the building.

Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Outpatient Clinic, Skokie, Ill. The $27.5 million, 31,000+-sq.-ft. Lurie outpatient center is an architectural marvel featuring visual elements deigned to provide patients with a positive distraction from their personal realities.

by Mindi Zissman, contributing writer

When you are told you need to take your child to a specialist, it is never smooth sailing. Choppy waters almost certainly lie ahead. So, when I walked into the new Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Outpatient Clinic in Skokie, Ill., with my 10-year-old daughter for a diagnostic ultrasound, I expected the worst.

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Instead, together— mother and daughter—we spent the next 40 minutes (test time included) marveling at every architectural and visual element of the $27.5 million, 31,860-sq.-ft. Lurie outpatient center. Talk about a positive distraction. CannonDesign’s childrencentric design takes families from the waiting room to the diagnostic areas and exam

rooms enveloped by wall art, free-standing landmarks and stars in the sky, creating a Mary Poppinsesque animated experience everywhere you look, as if you had jumped into a sidewalk chalk scene.

which opened in March 2020, was built with modular exam rooms, assembled offsite by Skender and dropped into place during construction. Replication calls for smooth sailing.

Advisory Boards Like many other medical centers, Lurie plans to expand its footprint with more clinics like this one across the Chicago suburbs in the next decade. That won’t be hard, as this clinic,

When CannonDesign set out to design a blueprint for Lurie’s new outpatient clinics, they first engaged with different stakeholders during development. From Lurie’s Kids

Advisory Board, made up of kids and teens that have been treated at Lurie, as well as Lurie’s Family Advisory Board, made up of parents and children, Margi Kaminski of CannonDesign describes these meetings as “one of the most valuable things we did that really drove the design.”

and insects. The team at CannonDesign was excited about the art, but the Advisory Boards worried that this style would be too scary for smaller children. As a result, CannonDesign scaled back the size of the animals and reverted to a friendlier style of more life-like artwork.

The mural’s original theme was much more abstract, with larger-than-life birds

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LIGHTING

FLOORING

LOGO AS THEME

Cloud-looking pendants and bird like pendants add to the city and sky theme.

Natural Creations Diamond 10 Technology Mystix has innovation that uses cultured diamonds to provides scratch, stain and scuff resistance.

The Lurie blue, a Benjamin Moore paint color known as Chicago Blues, appears on the building and as accent walls as well.

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PROJECT SPECS

Project: Lurie Children’s Outpatient Clinic Architect of Record/Interior Design: CannonDesign Graphics Artist: Steve Musgrave Illustration

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DESIGN TEAM

Margi Kaminski is the National Co-Director of CannonDesign’s Health Interiors Practice.

MEP: IMEG Corp Construction: Skender Construction Photography: Courtesy of CannonDesign

Lisa Kubiak is a healthcare-focused interior designer at CannonDesign with 11 years of experience in planning, wayfinding, client, contractor and rep coordination, and interior selections and procurement.

Greg Marckel at CannonDesign brings 20 years experience managing healthcarefocused projects, including inpatient and outpatient facilities, specialty medicine, surgery and emergency departments.

Martin Barrett is a Project Manager at Skender Construction and has 10 years of construction experience and works closely with the firm’s healthcare team.

TOWN AND COUNTRY PEDIATRICS RECEPTION

This reception area includes slightly more mature furniture and layout to attract teenagers. The Ferris wheel nearby, a reference to Navy Pier, is another distraction for patients.

CEILING SYSTEM

Barz preassembled slats, struts, strips, boards, beams and other ultra-lightweight panels allow easy installation and accessibility with acoustical control.

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Wall Art CannonDesign wanted the murals to support the Lurie story, a series of hospitals and clinics across Northern Illinois, in varied locales, from city to suburbs to smaller towns. The team borrowed elements of Chicago’s downtown, surrounding Lurie’s main hospital location. They created a consistent pattern, with murals across from exam rooms depicting a neighborhood, while the corners have a park theme with a bench. Lurie commissioned artist Steve Musgrave to bring these murals to life, creating a series of images to provide joy and distraction for the clinic’s patients and their families. The team provided the digital images to Koroseal, who produced the final custom product on a heavy weight wall protection (Koroseal’s Fusion Wall Protection panels), designed to withstand heavy wear and tear of a children’s clinic.

WALL PROTECTION/ WALL ART

The team provided the digital images to Koroseal, who produced the final custom product on a heavyweight wall protection, the Fusion Wall Protection panels, designed to withstand the heavy wear and tear of a children’s clinic.

FREESTANDING LANDMARKS

What do you think of when you look up at the sky? In a city, you would expect to see skyscrapers, airplanes and birds. CannonDesign took those ideas and used them as “positive distractions” to amuse the children waiting for their appointments. They even went a step further, borrowing key features from downtown Chicago as landmarks that patients can climb through and interact with. The landmarks are “colored” in 3M film from the inside to reflect the color scheme.

MINI BUILDINGS

GLASS FILM

The freestanding mini John Hancock building and the house, created by Redbox Workshop, invite children to play and become comfortable in their surroundings. Lisa Kubiak completed the look with pendant lights shaped like birds flying overhead.

3M’s Solyx SXP Series are used in the stand-up landmarks and the colored glass dividers between the patient intake portals.

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LIGHTING

Beam 4 optics can soften light, prevent glare, enhance visual interest of the light source and combine with LED modules to produce high-performance lighting.

Axis Lighting

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Each exam room of the building follows a monochromatic vibrant color scheme, with Benjamin Moore paint colors. From the Lurie’s color, Chicago Blues to other greens, purples and yellows.

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“We use different types of civic and residential buildings. In the waiting room, the image is more of a skyline downtown. In the interior of the building, where the patient rooms are, the scale comes down to include a fire house, a library, a home, a civic building, a park,” said Markel. This neighborhood and park bench theme includes civic buildings (at right) representing Chicago’s neighborhoods, as well as a park with a fountain (at left) reminiscent of Buckingham Fountain in Chicago.

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Ultrasound Room “The one thing we kept balancing was how do you design something for children that vary in age from one to 18. If you focus too much on the two year old, you lose the 17 year old,” said Greg Marckel. Achieving the balance was crucial—especially when factoring function. This ultrasound room features a nighttime city theme, as young patients lie on a table staring up at the “stars in the sky” while undergoing a test. Designed to be another positive distraction, three different LED fiber optic star designs are made by Fiber Creations. CEILING SYSTEMS

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Everything about the layout of the modular patient rooms was planned in advance, from lighting to sinks to soap dispensers. It was important that the layout be functional for a variety of disciplines and departments, from general practice to hospital services. CEILING SYSTEMS

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When the Lurie Children’s Clinic decided to expand to outpatient clinics across Chicago’s suburbs, they were looking for a way to standardize the experience. The location in Skokie, Ill., was planned to hold 26 modular rooms, including exam rooms and patient intake rooms. But the process wasn’t simple. Creating the initial prototype took the better part of a year, from establishing the general specs and layout to designing the mechanical systems and deciding on finishes, such as paint, wall protection and millwork. Doctors, nurses and patients provided early feedback on an initial mockup before the room was replicated. This was particularly important because Skender, the contractor, understood that other organizations could benefit from the experience. Once the team approved what the first modular room would look like and its contents, Skender Project Manager Martin Barrett explained that’s when the process took off. “Once we had the prototype, we could leverage that for speed to market and value to the bottom line. This would become the model, or standard moving forward. We spent a year just pre-planning. Thinking, ‘How can we create a system and put it in place so that the next time we do an outpatient clinic, we already have these standards in place?’ Now the real estate team doesn’t just say ‘I’m looking for a space.’ They’re looking for a specific type of space, with specific measurements. Speed to market much quicker, at a lower cost point.” Skender

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Fast-Growing Riyadh Picks Up Pace With Major Metro System Upgrade 60 years ago, the city of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia was little more than a blip on the international radar. Its population at that time was around 156,000 people, only about 10,000 people more than the current population of Kansas City. We are not in Kansas anymore when discussing Riyadh’s population. It now has a population of more than 7.2 million, has increased by close to 12 percent since 2017, and is now ranked 50th in the world. The only U.S. city larger than Riyadh is New York, which has about 8.3 million residents, according to World Population Review.

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The rapid increase has dramatically impacted the city’s infrastructure, particularly its transportation systems. A new metro system is expected to fulfill the demands of the growing metropolis and reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality. There are more than 10 million trips per day in the city, but only 2 percent are by public transportation. Nearly 80 percent are by private cars. The new system is expected to be fully operational in 2021. It will consist of six metro lines spanning nearly 110 miles. It will consist of 85 stations and is part of the Riyadh Public Transport Project, which also includes a bus system and other transport services in the Saudi Arabia capital. Work on the $22.5 billion project began in 2014. The metro system includes 73 floor access doors from BILCO to provide emergency egress from underground platforms at stations along the line. Doors of various sizes are used in the project, which is one of the largest orders in company history. A collaborative effort with SchlegelGiesse helped BILCO secure the order. The company is a sister business of BILCO in the Tyman business portfolio. “BILCO is one of the leading companies in the sector, and the architect recommended them for this project,” said Amal Joseph, who oversees technical support for SchlegelGiesse. “The doors also meet National Fire Association Protection requirements.” The project is being built by BACS, a consortium that includes Bechtel, Almabani, Consolidated Contractors Company and Siemens. The doors are constructed with a channel frame for use in exterior applications where there is concern of water or other liquids entering the access opening. The doors feature aluminum construction and type 316 stainless steel hardware.

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The engineered lift assistance of the BILCO doors was also critical to their use in this project. “BILCO uses spring-loaded pistons to operate the doors, which require less maintenance and more durability,” said Shabeer Parambil, sales manager for SchlegelGiesse. “The chance of failure will be nearly zero compared to hydraulic or pneumatic pistonoperated doors.” The doors will provide an important safety component for commuters as they seek to navigate around the heavily congested city. “The new public transit system provides citizens with advanced solutions for moving around the city easily,” according to the project website. “It allows driverless trains equipped with cutting-edge technologies and Wi-Fi. You will feel the new century with this new revolutionary transit system.”

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When discussing the ways that architects can design for wellness, the relationship between wellness and comfort is an important detail. Comfortable interiors are generally considered restorative and healing. They are also being proven to be more productive. While there are several environmental factors that contribute to a person’s comfort in a space— cleanliness, lack of clutter, a connection with natural elements and enough quiet to focus—thermal comfort, making sure the interior is the right temperature, may be one of the most critical. Luckily, there is guidance on precisely what that target temperature should be. A study titled, “Effect of Temperature on Task Performance in Office Environment,” and published by the Ernest Orlando Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in 2006, found a direct correlation between temperature and task performance. “The indoor temperature affects several human responses, including thermal comfort, perceived air quality, sick building syndrome symptoms and performance at work. In this

study we focused on the effects of temperature on performance at office work. The goal was to develop the best possible quantitative relationship between temperature and work performance for use in cost benefit calculations related to building design and operation.” The study concluded that “performance increases with temperature up to 69.8°F to 71.6°F, and that performance decreases with temperature above 75.2°F. The interpretation is that an increase of temperature up to 69.8°F is associated with a statistically significant improvement in performance and an increase of temperature above 75.2°F is associated with a statistically significant decrease in performance.” Said another way, 69°F to 75°F is the optimal range for human productivity and performance. Architects designing for wellness are tasked with finding solutions to deliver interiors that maintain an ideal temperature, while achieving compliance with applicable energy codes and a level of efficiency that makes the building cost-effective to operate. The solution could be air movement.

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esigning for wellness may be one of the hottest topics of conversation in the design and construction community right now. On the heels of a pandemic, during which many people began working from home, the discussion includes elements of how to design interiors that are safe, but also a growing understanding that a space designed for wellness can offer incredible benefits in terms of mental health, happiness and productivity. In short, improving the wellness of the people in the space can improve the profitability and performance of the business conducted in the space. This article will explore some products and systems that can be powerful tools in designing spaces tailored to promote different aspects of wellness— from improving thermal comfort and air quality to health-enhancing light and a constant connection

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THE ROLE OF AIRFLOW

Air movement is a powerful tool in managing the temperature of the indoor environment and making people in the interior more comfortable. Increasing the velocity of airflow in a space causes people to feel cooler for two reasons. The faster airflow displaces warm air that is in direct contact with a person’s skin and it increases the rate at which moisture (in the form of sweat) evaporates off of the skin, which has a cooling effect. Faster airflow can make people feel cooler, even when the temperature in the room is unchanged. For example, when standing outside, people feel cooler when there is a breeze, even though the temperature of the day has not changed. Air movement also helps to mix up the thermal layers of air that occur naturally in a space—a process called destratification. Thermal stratification occurs because warm, thin air rises and cool, dense air sinks. The result is that temperatures can reach 80-90°F or higher at the ceiling, while being uncomfortably cold at the working level. This phenomenon can be especially acute in buildings with higher ceilings. The solution is better air circulation because it returns the warm air back to the floor level and redistributes the colder air. The process of mixing the warm and cold air makes the temperature of the interior more uniform and comfortable, without requiring a higher temperature set point. Better air circulation can also improve alertness in spaces that are more concentrated, such as classrooms. When people breathe, they exhale carbon dioxide (CO2). In crowded spaces with subpar air movement, the CO2 level in an area can start to rise. While it does not present a health concern, except in high concentrations, this rising level of CO2 can impact a person’s ability to focus and stay awake. With better air circulation, the CO2 is more efficiently cycled back through the HVAC equipment so it can be exhausted. When designing commercial, institutional or industrial spaces to maximize comfort, productivity and alertness, fans can be an incredible solution for providing the necessary air movement. Fans that can effectively move a high volume of air present architects and systems engineers with a way to outfit larger spaces for improved air circulation and comfort.

throughout. Comfort cooling refers to the evaporative cooling effect that occurs when the fan blades run with a forward movement, improving the air circulation and comfort occupants experience in a space. Both destratification and comfort cooling can save building owners substantial cost by reducing the need for running other HVAC equipment. C A S E S T U DY

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The Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) in Mosinee, Wisconsin is a growing regional airport that currently services over 280,000 people annually. The concourse area is a large, open space with high ceilings and a significant use of glass in the façade, which allows for a high-level of daylight penetration and solar heat gain during the day. As a result, the interior environment was plagued by uneven temperatures. Thermal discomfort in the concourse had become a common complaint. This prompted the CWA to look for a way to improve ventilation and air circulation to make their concourse more comfortable. For the solution, the CWA selected two HVLS fans with 8-ft. diameters that reduced air stratification and improved thermal comfort by gently moving the air in the space with a maximum 29,000 cfm. Beyond effective, the fans also supported the aesthetic of the remodeled concourse. “It matches very nicely with the color scheme of the concourse, and the controls for those fans were very intuitive and easy to use,” said CWA director, Brian Grefe. R A I S E D ACC E SS F LO O R

IMPROVE INDOOR AIR QUALITY AND COMFORT

When discussing wellness in the built environment, indoor air quality is often considered one of the cornerstone topics. This is because exposure with indoor

air pollutants can have serious and adverse health effects including, but not limited to: irritation of the eyes, headaches, respiratory diseases, heart disease and even cancer. Typical pollutants of concern range from combustion byproducts, such as carbon dioxide and particulate matter, to radon, mold, and various volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can be off gassed by a variety of products and materials. It is interesting to note that despite the importance associated with indoor air quality, it is an issue with which buildings continue to struggle. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “Indoor concentrations of some pollutants have increased in recent decades due to such factors as energy-efficient building construction (when it lacks sufficient mechanical ventilation to ensure adequate air exchange) and increased use of synthetic building materials, furnishings, personal care products, pesticides and cleaners.” Luckily, there is a ventilation solution that both improves indoor air quality and the efficiency of the HVAC system. SOLUTION

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Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD) systems offer an alternative to the conventional ceiling-based air distribution systems. Instead of supplying conditioned air through a network of ductwork and diffusers in the ceiling, these UFAD systems deliver conditioned air directly into the occupied zone of the building through supply outlets located in the floor. These systems require a raised access floor and then use the airtight underfloor plenum (the open space between the structural concrete slab and the underside of the raised access flooring system) to distribute clean air, at a low velocity, throughout the building.

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High volume, low speed (HVLS) fans first launched into the market about 25 years ago. This innovative style is marked by its large diameter, up to 24 ft., and its low fan speed: a combination designed to move high volumes of air. The volume of air movement is measured in cubic feet per minute (CFM). HVLS fans are available that can deliver airflow as low as 29,000 cfm, which is optimal for high-end residential and light commercial projects, and up to 243,000 cfm, which meets the air movement needs in larger commercial and industrial spaces. By comparison, the average residential ceiling fan moves about 4,000 cfm at high speed and the most powerful ceiling fans move around 10,000 cfm. HVLS fans influence the temperature of the interior space through destratification and comfort cooling. Destratification is the reverse movement of the fan that blends the thermal layers in the affected space, which results in creating a uniform temperature

HVLS fans with 8-ft. diameters were installed in the Central Wisconsin Airport to reduce air stratification and improve thermal comfort. © Greenheck

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These different air distribution systems create distinct airflow patterns. The ceiling-based systems supply and return conditioned air at ceiling level, creating an airflow pattern that constantly churns new and old air, and the contaminants and CO2 contained within, together in a space. Referred to as well-mixed air conditions, this system blends the warm air with cooler air to achieve an environment that has a more uniform temperature top to bottom. UFAD systems introduce a clean air supply at the floor and accept return air at the ceiling. This airflow pattern takes advantage of the natural buoyancy of warm air to create a one directional airflow that more efficiently removes heat loads and contaminants from the space. In the recent news article, “Engineering healthy workplaces—considerations in response to COVID-19,” authored by John Swift, Partner, Buro Happold, he writes, “UFAD systems result in a once through pathway of airflow across the breathing zone of occupants before the air is returned to the central filtration system or exhausted directly out of the building.” In this scenario, stratification in the air does occur, but it is considered beneficial as the increased temperatures and higher levels of pollutants will not affect the occupants. An Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD) system delivers conditioned air directly into the occupied zone of the building through supply outlets located in the floor.

BENEFITS OF UFAD

A raised access floor and a UFAD system can deliver a myriad of benefits to the built environment. These systems improve ventilation effectiveness, indoor air quality, and employee comfort. This solution has been shown to enhance productivity and decrease absenteeism. UFAD can also reduce HVAC energy costs, improve a building’s value, and significantly contribute to LEED and WELL certification. The unique structure of these raised floor systems also improves flexibility and control. With air, power and low-voltage cabling distributed under the floor the services can be easily reconfigured in response to office occupancy and layout changes. Each diffuser can be equipped with personal comfort controls so that occupants can adjust the amount of and direction of fresh airflow in their space. Coupled with the ability to change diffuser locations as needed helps to maintain occupant comfort. There are aesthetic benefits too. UFAD eliminates the need for overhead ductwork, which allows for

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“The most healthful air in the building, with an underfloor air-delivery system, is in the first 6-ft. from the floor,” explained Jerry Morgan, Principal at NORR.

exposed ceilings and reduces the amount of service distribution space that must be incorporated into the interior, so windows can be larger and provide more access to daylight and views. In the 2020 GreenBiz article, “To make offices safe during COVID-19, buildings need a breath of fresh air,” Gensler technical director Ambrose Aliaga Kelly explains, “Underfloor ventilation creates safer and better air quality with the added benefit of being more sustainable. The New York Times Building and the San Francisco Federal Building are just two examples of places that opted for this type of ventilation long before an infection started sweeping the globe.”

CSC is the world’s leading provider of business, legal, tax and digital brand services to companies around the globe. They partner with 90% of the Fortune 500, more than 65% of the Best Global Brands, nearly 10,000 law firms, and more than 3,000 financial organizations. They have offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, but their new 148,000-sq.-ft. headquarters was recently built in Wilmington, Del. It was important to CSC that the design of their best-in-class global headquarters focus on employee health, future proofing, and sustainability. To accomplish this feat, the design team at NORR selected raised access flooring and underfloor service distribution of power, data and air. In explaining their decision, Jerry Morgan, Principal at NORR, said, “The most healthful air in the building, with an underfloor air-delivery system, is in the first 6 ft. from the floor. It’s an investment that forward-thinking companies make in their employees.”

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The use of a UFAD system means that CSC employees are always receiving the cleanest air and maintain control over the amount of air they receive. This contributes to increased employee health and satisfaction while lowering operational costs through decreased energy consumption. CSC’s new corporate home also needed to reflect a modern, sleek aesthetic, so the design team selected flooring panels in a few different finishes that included both laminated hardwood and natural stone. The range in materials allowed NORR to create distinct zones for employee collaboration, while maintaining the open office feel. Raised access floors with high-end finishes and the use of UFAD has allowed CSC to create a stunning, future-proof environment for their new headquarters which will remain a model of sustainability for years to come. C I R C A D I A N L I G H T I N G T E C H N O LO GY

IMPROVE SLEEP CYCLES + FEELINGS OF WELLBEING

Light is another element of the interior environment that has been found to have a profound impact on wellbeing. Modern architectural lighting has been fine-tuned to meet the needs of the visual system and the environment—filling interiors with recommended levels of glare-free light that is energy efficient. Now, with the emergence of circadian lighting, architects can create an interior with light that contributes to the overall health and wellness of the individuals who spend time in the space. The idea behind circadian lighting is this: In addition to visual photoreceptors in the eye, which allow us to see color, contrast, motion and detail, there are non-visual photoreceptors which assist in driving our core biological functions like regulating the body’s

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The non-visual photoreceptor was first discovered in the eye in 2001. Since uncovering the link between light and circadian rhythm, there has been a race to grow this health-improving market. Various industry analyses report that the human-centric lighting market exceeded $1 billion in 2020 and expects it to reach $6 billion by 2025. Developing LEDs that can illicit the desired biological response, while meeting current efficiency standards and delivering the right amount of visual light in the color quality and range of CCTs that the industry has begun to expect is critical in achieving the explosive growth anticipated. With access to LEDs that deliver 490nm light with high m/p ratio, high output, and high efficacy, luminaire manufacturers can more easily and cost-effectively bring new circadian solutions to market and put these solutions within reach of an even broader but equally receptive audience. C A S E S T U DY

These LEDs deliver light in the “sky blue” region of the spectrum, 490nm, which has shown to offer the maximum circadian benefit to people in a space.

JOE’S CLUB—ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE

Joe’s Club is an adult daytime health care facility located in Melbourne, Fla. that offers activities for older adults who require supervised care during the day. It enables seniors to socialize and enjoy planned group activities, while still receiving needed health services, and offering family caregivers respite from their caregiving duties, knowing their loved one is in a safe place. It also offers specialized services for adults with health conditions, such as dementia, and actively seeks ways to improve its facility to cater to their special needs. Wandering describes when a person living with dementia becomes lost or confused about their location. Although common, wandering can be dangerous and presents an increased risk of injury to

NEW METRICS FOR CIRCADIAN LIGHTING

Circadian LED lighting is designed to provide the specific biological stimulus our bodies need to improve overall sleep quality and positively impact daytime productivity and overall feelings of wellbeing, in an attractive luminaire that both architects and end users will want in their offices, hospitals or schools. The performance metrics for these types of lighting fixtures are different than their non-circadian predecessors in a few ways and consider the presence of a specific wavelength of light and melanopic (m/p) ratios. The non-visual photoreceptor is most sensitive to energy in the blue frequencies of the light spectrum. For example, blue frequencies in light restrict the production of melatonin in the body until after dusk. After this time, melatonin runs through the system and signals that it is time for bed. Studies have revealed that this melanopic response is most efficient when exposed to light in the “sky blue” region of the spectrum. 490nm to be exact. While standard electric lighting has widely ignored this “sky blue” wavelength, it is a differentiating feature for circadian lighting—with most luminaires delivering blue light at 480nm, there is one circadian luminaire that has been engineered to deliver a peak emission at 490nm for maximum circadian benefit. A melanopic/photopic (m/p) ratio compares the light source’s melanopic potential to the light source’s ability to produce light for daytime detail (photopic) vision. Research has suggested that higher m/p ratios can indicate that the light has a higher potential for alertness, where a light with a low m/p ratio is recommended for sleep. The most advanced circadian lighting solutions on the market today offer high m/p ratios in correlated

the wanderer. Alzheimer’s patients who wander are often prescribed medication to inhibit wandering, but they are also known to lead to an increased risk of falls. The team at Joe’s Club sought an alternative way to reduce wandering among their members and engaged in a study to investigate whether the use of circadian lighting would make an impact. An alternative lighting condition was made available in the “Lounge” area—a quieter space where activities for smaller groups take place. Caregivers could choose between two lighting options: the traditional recessed 2 × 4 fluorescent troffers in the ceiling or updated circadian lighting installed around the perimeter of the room in an uplight. The study involved four people, each of whom had an established history of wandering, and lasted 30 days. During that period, each participant spent a different amount of time in the Lounge, based on their behavior/mood as determined by the caregiver. Of the time spent in the Lounge, some days the circadian uplight was on and other days the 2 × 4 fluorescent troffers were on. This decision was also left to the discretion of the caregiver. The activity data from the study revealed that there was a major positive effect on wandering (wandering was reduced) by simply moving the occupants from the busier Main Room to the quieter Lounge space with no change in the lighting conditions. Additionally, the data showed incremental improvements to wandering with the use of circadian lighting in the Lounge. Staff and family also reported that participants were calmer and more willing to participate in activities under the circadian lighting. SMART GLASS

MAINTAIN COMFORT AND UNOBSTRUCTED OUTDOOR VIEWS

Natural light and views of the outdoors are also important ingredients in a healthy, productive and energy efficient interior environment but increasing the fenestration in the building envelope must be done with care, because glare and thermal discomfort can undo the wellness and productivity gains the windows were designed to achieve in the first place. When it comes to increasing access to daylight and views, designers find themselves at a bit of a

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crossroads—needing a solution for the window that can effectively manage the transmission of overly intense sunlight, without obstructing access to desirable views or diffuse daylight. SOLUTION

NEW COLOR

In the past, the largest drawback or hesitation expressed by the architectural community with regard to using electrochromic glass was its decidedly blue color—as the level of tint increased, the window took on a notably blue appearance. This gave a blue tint to the outdoor views and to the natural light that made its way into the building. That is no longer an issue, now that a coating has been developed in a more neutral gray tone. The daylight passing through the neutral-tinted glass retains the true color rendering properties of daylight, even when the system is tinted to its maximum level. This means that the window can prevent glare and solar heat gain, without affecting the intended look and feel of the space. INORGANIC VS. ORGANIC COATING

Another important criterion in electrochromic coatings is in the type of coating incorporated into the

A new electrochromic coating has been developed in a more neutral gray tone, offering architects a smart glass solution that does not have a decidedly blue tint.

glass—specifically whether it is made of an organic or inorganic material. With the daily exposure to direct, intense sunlight and heat, the façade of the building is a harsh environment for whatever type of coating is being employed. An organic coating is prone to degradation over time, whereas an inorganic coating, such as a ceramic metal oxide, will not. Select a smart glass solution that contains an inorganic coating to ensure that the daylight management system will last the life of the building. C A S E S T U DY

IMPACT OF OPTIMIZED DAYLIGHT AND VIEWS

A study conducted by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and SUNY Upstate Medical University, sought to establish the value of daylight and views on people’s health and productivity. It tested the effect of exposure to daylight and views during workday hours on objectively measured cognitive function and sleep. Thirty participants relocated from their normal office to spend one week each in two adjacent office suites. The window in one office was outfitted with traditional blinds deployed to desk height. The window in the other office was an electrochromic window, which would automatically and predictively tint based on outdoor solar conditions. Aside from the difference at the window, the offices were identical— same layout, location, orientation and environmental

SMART GLASS

Smart glass, also called electrochromic glass, adjusts its opacity by tinting in response to real-time environmental conditions detected at the building. While the default setting for the glass is clear, nano-layers of electrochromic coating inside the insulated glass respond to a small, applied voltage, which creates a uniform tint across the pane when needed. Greater degrees of tint activated in the glass correspond to a greater level of control for managing brightness and solar heat gain in the window. The key differentiator between smart glass and other types of window treatments—blinds, curtains, etc., is that smart glass can prevent glare and solar heat gain, while maintaining the view to the outdoors. Even when tinted to its maximum level, the glass remains transparent, so people inside the building are always connected to the outdoors and comfortable any time of day. In addition, the tint can be adjusted automatically or manually. The control logic of the system uses geo-coordinates to accurately predict local sun position, and a roof-top sky sensor to detect real-time weather conditions, to ensure the windows are always at the right tint at the right time. This automated glare and solar heat gain control can be relied upon for comfort and energy savings, without requiring employees to remember to tint the windows when needed and then return the window to its clear state when the intensity at the window wanes. “The tendency with blinds is that when the sun comes up, people will pull the blinds down. They will stay down for the rest of the day so the view and daylighting in the space is gone for the rest of the day too. Electrochromic glass automatically adjusts to the light conditions on the exterior and the daylight is maintained throughout the day,” explains Fred Pax, Senior Associate, Davis Partnership Architects.

factors such as noise level and air quality. In order to gauge the impact of the different environments, study participants completed daily surveys, wore a research-grade sleep tracker, and completed 1.5-hour cognitive assessments on the Monday and Friday of each week. Surprisingly, the group experienced immediate, substantial, and sustained benefits to their health, sleep, and productivity from working in an office with an electrochromic window, when compared to their performance in the office fitted with traditional blinds. When located in the office with an electrochromic window, participants experienced 48% less eyestrain, were 77% less likely to report feeling depressed, realized 37 more minutes of sleep per night, and had 42% higher cognitive function scores than they experienced and earned when working in the office where blinds were the available window treatment. G R E E N FA Ç A D E S

INCREASE GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE

Increasing the presence of plants and greenery on a project, both inside and out, has also been shown to have incredible benefits for the people in the space and add value to the built environment. Let’s take a closer look at the many ways a project gains with green and then explore the two solutions architects can use to bring more plants into their designs.

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GREEN WALLS VS. GREEN FAÇADES

A green wall is a term used to describe a wall designed to support the growth of vegetation. It includes a growing medium and a system for automated water delivery. The structures can be free-standing or attached to walls. Green walls are referred to by many different names—living green walls, vertical gardens,

or ecowalls. They can host a variety of plant types, depending upon the specific needs of a client and the location of the project. A green façade, on the other hand, is a wall or structure that is covered or partially covered in vegetation that grows from soil at its base. A green façade transforms walls, roofs or overhangs into soft-textured, vine-covered seasonally changing surfaces. The modular, welded-wire trellis system that serves as the basic structure for the green façade holds the trellis panels off of the building surface, protecting the building’s waterproof membrane from direct plant attachment and transferring the weight of the plants to the screen structure and the wall. The green façade can be applied to a wall, used to construct a green fence, installed overhead to create shade or provide privacy, and even mounted to fiberglass planters to create a beautiful, decorative accent piece. DESIGN TIPS FOR GREEN FAÇADES

Here are a few design tips to keep in mind when incorporating a green façade into a project. First, it’s important to match the type of plants in the green façade with the orientation of the façade. East, west and south orientations are preferred to a northern orientation, due to the lack of direct light. Also, when designing a green façade for a coastal location that may experience harsh winds or hurricanes, reinforce the spanning capability of the element by ensuring that the clips used to attach the trellis panels are no more than 90 in. away from each other. C A S E S T U DY

STUDIOS 5C

When designing Studios 5c, a 21,000-sq.-ft. urban mixed-use building in the Mill Avenue District of Tempe, Ariz., the project team at RSP Architects used green façade technology in the outdoor circulation spaces and stairwells to provide cooling and shading benefits in the desert environment. It’s important to note that the circulation areas and stairwells were placed outside of the building envelope in an effort to minimize the total amount of under-roof area that would need to be air conditioned. For the

RSP Architects used green façade systems in the outdoor stairwells to create a tower element that is significantly cooler than the local desert atmosphere.

Greenery and plants can reduce the urban heat island effect and provide shade from the intense rays of the sun, keeping an exterior space cooler and more comfortable.

BENEFITS OF GREENERY

Green infrastructure on a project can deliver several important benefits to both the people in the space and the environment—producing fresh air, cleaning contaminants from the air, reducing the urban heat island effect, increasing occupant comfort by providing shade and glare control, and supporting the concept of biophilic design which seeks to support health and wellbeing by connecting people to the natural environment. It is commonly known that plants remove carbon dioxide from the environment and produce fresh air, but that’s not the only way they help to improve air quality. Plants also help to filter the air around them by removing pollutants—either trapping small particles or removing particulate pollution through dry deposition. It should be noted that effectiveness in pollutant management varies from plant to plant based on foliage density and leaf texture. Greenery can also reduce the urban heat island effect, which refers to the phenomenon where urbanized areas—often heavy in buildings, roads and other structures—and light on natural landscape elements—experience higher temperatures than surrounding areas. Urban heat islands can adversely affect human health. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), heat islands contribute to higher daytime temperatures, reduced nighttime cooling, and higher air-pollution levels, which, in turn, contribute to heat-related illnesses. Plant material helps to reduce reflected heat from adjacent hardscapes, reducing the temperature in these urban areas, which also improves air quality. Plants can also provide shade from the intense rays of the sun. Adding shade in public areas, waiting areas, and parks helps to increase comfort for people in the space. In interior environments, plants have been shown to remove volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the air, improving air quality, and positively affecting the health and wellbeing of building occupants by offering a connection to the natural environment, which has been shown to improve mental health and productivity, while reducing stress levels. In recognition of the many impressive benefits that the incorporation of greenery can bring to the interior and exterior space, designers are seeking ways to increase the green infrastructure on a project. There are two common solutions—green walls and green façades—and although many in the industry may think that these terms are interchangeable, they are, in fact, different.

exterior circulation spaces, a multistory green façade constructed from structural steel components and infilled with trellis panels that facilitate the growth of climbing vines were used to provide shade. A very narrow planting bed of only 14-in. will support vines that will reach more than 40-ft. tall. The exterior staircase is cloaked on two sides with green façade systems as well, which forms a stunning, flowering vertical tapestry, provides ample shade, interrupts solar heat gain, and creates a tower element that is significantly cooler than the local desert atmosphere with the help of evapotranspiration. Evapotranspiration occuvrs when plants take up water through the roots and release it in the form of water vapor through the foliage. The moisture helps to cool the ambient air and can make it, in some cases, 3°C to 5°C cooler. In total, green façades constructed from 3,707 sq. ft. of lightweight trellis panels were incorporated throughout this project and resulted in creating a modern, comfortable and popular mixed-use masterpiece. IN SUMMARY

As indicated in this article by the breadth of products included, the topic of wellness in the built environment reaches far and wide—temperature, air quality, light, biological stimulus, access to nature and more—and as the demand grows for buildings that promote wellness, architects will take a deeper dive into this wellness-focused frontier and determine the best way to design for it. TO RECEIVE AIA CREDIT:

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Railing Systems

Pacific Coast Resort Selects Architectural Railing to Replace Oxidized Metal Fencing Central California hotel is now equipped to weather the elements for many years to come with a railing system that solves environmental constraints and satisfies design requirements. CHALLENGE

Owned and operated by Martin Resorts, the Shore Cliff Hotel is situated on the edge of rugged, 90-ft. coastal cliffs in Central California. The 100-room resort draws thousands of visitors each year to enjoy spectacular views of Pismo Beach and the Pacific Ocean. Environmental conditions related to the hotel’s close proximity to the ocean resulted in extreme corrosion of the hotel’s fencing. Only eight years after the installation of three miles of new metallic architectural fencing, the damaging effects of exposure to ultraviolet light, saltwater spray and ocean winds led to severe oxidation, resulting in not only an eyesore for guests, but a serious safety concern for maintenance personnel. The owners searched for a more durable fencing material to replace the existing traditional metallic rails. INFLUENCE

Martin Resorts employs a long-term investment approach with building material choices for its facilities to minimize downtime related to construction and maintenance issues, which can negatively impact visitor experiences and, ultimately, profitability. The owners reviewed options with Allco Fence Industries, an established installer of commercial, industrial and residential fencing with traditional

legacy materials. They determined that replacing the current infrastructure with another three miles of metallic fencing would be labor- and cost-intensive, requiring on-site fabrication and resulting in a potential need for hot works. Moreover, the new fencing material had to be durable, non-corrosive and comply with certain community design guidelines. It also needed to be installed within the confines of the hotel’s construction and seasonal timelines. SOLUTION

After conducting extensive research, Allco determined that Strongwell’s STRONGRAIL architectural handrail and fencing system best met all the requirements of the project. “STRONGRAIL’s structural performance, corrosion and impact resistance, color options and ease of installation made this product the best solution for serving the needs of the hotel,” said Cheryl Enticknap, owner of Allco Fence Industries. “The product is also lightweight, low in thermal and electrical conductivity, and can be prefabricated in large sections and shipped to the site. An added bonus is its life cycle, which we expect to extend well beyond that of aluminum, steel or wood, making it ideal for coastal and marine installations, and eliminating the cost and inconvenience of downtime for repairs.” A FENCE WITH A VIEW

More then 15,300 lineal ft. of new fiberglass fencing was replaced in multiple phases at Shore Cliff Hotel, scheduled over a span of two years.

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Vertical Transportation Systems Takes Fans to New Heights State-of-the-art vertical transportation systems were part of the show as the Rangers hosted Opening Day 2021, and other sports venues are taking elevators and escalators to new heights.

CHALLENGE

With stadiums now allowing limited to full capacities, getting fans to and from and up and down with ease is a common goal. INFLUENCE

Fans at Globe Life Field enjoyed the ease of getting around the entire ballpark with the use of 24 elevators and 13 escalators from as the Texas Rangers played their 2021 home opening series against the Toronto Blue Jays. SOLUTION

The 37 precision-engineered vertical transportation units from TK Elevator—which were turned over to the Texas Rangers in March 2020—are also equipped with MAX, the elevator industry’s first cloud- and IoT-based digital platform enabling enhanced service and predictive maintenance that help ensure maximum system uptime. “Globe Life Field is truly a magnificent sports venue featuring the very best in modern amenities and technologies, and that includes its elevators and escalators,” says Kevin Lavallee, president and CEO, TK Elevator North America. “We are very excited to be a part of this one-of-a-kind stadium and to support many of the top arenas and stadiums throughout North America.”

MAKING THE MLB ROUNDS

HKS served as the architect, while Manhattan Construction Co. was the GC. Globe Life is the first new MLB stadium since the Atlanta Braves opened what is now Truist Park.

HKS served as architect, while Manhattan Construction Co. was the general contractor. It is the first new MLB stadium since the Atlanta Braves opened what is now Truist Park—a venue TK Elevator is intimately familiar with as it prepares for the grand opening of its new North American headquarters later this year at The Battery Atlanta. For many years, TK Elevator has been closely connected to some of the top sports venues in North America. In nearby Fort Worth, Texas, TK Elevator supplied eight elevators and eight escalators for Dickies Arena, a 14,000-seat arena located within the Will Rogers Memorial Center. In 2022, it will host the first and second rounds of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, as well as the women’s gymnastics championship.

Globe Life Field Arlington, Texas Design Team: HKS

“Vertical transportation systems from TK Elevator have garnered worldwide acclaim because our engineering expertise and commitment to creating the most environmentally friendly vertical transportation systems is second to none,” adds Lavallee. “That is not only evident in the products we manufacture, but in the detailed service we provide.”

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A FUNNEL FOR DAYLIGHT

Custom cast, acrylic tubes were hoisted up over the bottom of the tubes to create a chandelier effect where the broad spectrum of daylight would illuminate the space below.

School Brings in Daylight with Unique Aesthetic Sunnyvale Independent School District was designed to align the built environment with the educational platform thus supporting the new style of interaction between the students and teachers. CHALLENGE

The state-of-the-art library is a focal point for the school which resulted in an award-winning space for Sunnyvale and WRA Architects. During the design phase, there were several challenges. The largest one was finding a way to bring daylight into the space with a unique aesthetic as lighting was to be one of the key elements in the overall design of the library. INFLUENCE

The Sunnyvale Intermediate School is subdivided into three learning communities or houses with each two-story house containing nine classrooms. In order to facilitate interaction and collaboration, breakout spaces and small group rooms are interspersed amongst the classrooms. The use of abundant walls of glass and an absence of corridors creates an open, transparent design that contributes to effective areas for learning. Not all of the learning areas are indoors, however. Covered outdoor spaces on both the ground and second floor help to contribute to the unique and refreshing classroom setting.

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All three communities overlook a large, shared commons area and media center to further support interaction between all students. In addition, dedicated spaces for art, science, music and special education also open onto the commons. SOLUTION

Solatube International worked closely with the architect to create a striking and high-performing solution which entailed dropping the tubular daylighting devices into the space and terminating them at different lengths. Custom cast, acrylic tubes were then hoisted up over the bottom of the tubes to create a one-of-a-kind chandelier effect where the broad spectrum daylight would perfectly illuminate the space and create a beautiful, even glow to the acrylic tubes. This dynamic design resulted in an extraordinary space that inspires students to read, study and learn. Additionally, the students and faculty benefit from the positive effects of daylight which have been shown in studies to improve student performance, help increase test scores and reduce the number of absentee days.

UNIQUE LIGHTING

The lighting solution created by the architect and Solatube provided an innovative and unique approach to daylighting in a high-performing educational environment.

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Ceiling Systems

ALL-IN-ONE

Considered an economic option compared to building separate facilities for the performing arts center and basketball gym, TAP Architecture envisioned a multipurpose single structure.

Ceilings are a Slam Dunk for The Den Stone wool and metal ceiling panels optimize acoustics and enhance aesthetics at school in Oklahoma. CHALLENGE

Oklahoma’s Noble Public School District’s old auditorium was built in 1950 and seated less than 400 people. In the 2020s with nearly 3000 students in the district, this small facility meant that some of the fine arts programs had to be outsourced to other locations. Similarly, the former high school gym was not large enough to host competitive tournaments. Investing in facility improvements across the school district, a 2017 bond allocated more than half of its total to fund, $19 million, to design and construct new facilities. Respecting the district’s goals and budget, TAP Architecture envisioned a multipurpose, two-story, 50,000-sq.-ft., single structure. It was considered an economical option compared to building separate facilities for a performing arts center and a basketball gym.

Meeting all of these needs, Rockfon’s metal ceiling panels can achieve up to 0.90 Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC), and stone wool can meet specifications of 0.95 NRC and higher. Metal and stone wool resist moisture, mold and other microorganisms, and are easy to clean. The stone wool ceiling panels also are  Gold certified for low-emitting products. Products earning this certification are recognized by the Collaborative for High Performance Schools and other organizations as supporting healthy indoor air quality. SOLUTION

Providing the absorption to make speech intelligible and music clear and comfortable to hear, 17 clouds are suspended above the performing arts’ audience seating area. Rockfon Planostile aluminum ceiling panels were acoustically improved with an Acoutex

backer. Their Metalwood Cherry woodgrain finish presents a refined aesthetic with practical durability. Surrounding the stage, Rockfon Artic stone wool panels were installed. The same Artic ceiling system was used on the lower level’s offices, lounge, hallways and gym locker rooms. The new gym expands the capacity of the former space to approximately 1500 people. The larger gym also elevated the school’s competitive athletic status by allowing it to host playoffs and other sporting events. Above the common areas on the upper level, 23 ceiling clouds are composed with Rockfon Tropic acoustic stone wool panels. With a playful nod to the school’s bear mascot, the facility was dubbed “The Den.”

Optimizing acoustics for the wide range of activities planned within the auditorium required thoughtful design and high-performance materials. INFLUENCE

TAP Architecture selected numerous ceiling solutions to meet the school district’s goals for attractive, comfortable, low-maintenance materials that support the health and wellbeing of students, staff and visitors, as well as the school district’s bottom line.

“The Den” Fine Arts Auditorium & Gymnasium Noble Public School District Noble, Okla. Design Team: TAP Architecture PRODUCT SPECS:

Ceiling tiles: Rockfon Artic, Rockfon Tropic, Rockfon Infinity Standard Perimeter Trim, Rockfon Planostile Lay-in Metal Panel Ceiling System; Ceiling grid: Chicago Metallic 1200 15/16-in.

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Providing absorption to make music clear and comfortable, 17 clouds are suspended above the performing arts’ audience seating area.

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Kentucky Convention Center Redefines Class In 2018, the Kentucky Convention Center completed a two-year, $200+ million renovation and expansion, redefining the facility as a world-class public assembly venue in downtown Louisville. CHALLENGE

Increased exhibit space and meeting rooms, improved pedestrian flow and a clearly identifiable entrance with a spectacular glass façade are just a few of the major upgrades to this multi-purpose convention center in downtown Louisville. INFLUENCE

The convention center wanted to exhibit elegance as well as durability due to the wear and tear of consistent daily traffic. SOLUTION

Track Rail glass railing provided by Trex Commercial Products lines the grand staircase, large stair landing, ramps and overlooks, allowing natural light from the updated glass façade to flow through the multiple levels of the facility. The grand staircase features integrated seating bleachers and Track Rail glass railing with stainless steel handrail. A railing with 13/16-in. clear tempered laminated glass surrounds the oversized stair landings allows for natural light.

LAP OF LUXURY

Convention center luxury? The Kentucky Convention Center renovation included a wooden staircase that is top mounted with a Track Rail glass railing, and a secondfloor overlook featuring long runs of Track Rail glass railing with custom curve base shoe, cladding and handrail.

A wooden staircase guiding visitors to the second floor is lined with a top mounted Track Rail glass railing, and the second-floor overlook features long runs of Track Rail glass railing with custom curved base shoe, cladding and handrail. A custom-fabricated sawtooth cladding conceals the base shoe and stringer along stairs and overlooks a wall and features 0.5-in. clear tempered glass with polished exposed edges.

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A TOUCH OF MODERN

The 24,000-sq.-ft., four-story addition to the historic, late 1800s Louis Bass building, is being converted into apartments. The addition is comprised of five-ply cross laminated timber.

Old Meets New in Milwaukee’s First Mass Timber Building Constructed in 1891, the Louis Bass Co. building resides in Walker’s Point, a diverse, trendy neighborhood located in historic downtown Milwaukee, Wisc.. It is only appropriate that the location is home to Wisconsin’s first mass timber building, Timber Lofts apartments. CHALLENGE

In revitalizing the historic Louis Bass Co. building, which was awarded a $2 million grant from the National Park Service, a connection to natural materials and environmental sustainability was an essential goal of the project. It was vital to maintain the aesthetic of the 130-year-old warehouse while developing additional living and retail spaces that honored the original materials while using modern building materials and finishes. Combining the existing brick and heavy timber structure to blend visually with new contemporary mass timber architecture brought together two buildings that complement each other while providing beautiful living spaces. To showcase the mass timber, the ceilings were left exposed. The lack of a traditional ceiling assembly, including insulation, resilient channel and gypsum board, created a challenging floor/ceiling assembly to control vertical sound transfer. With a quiet environment a major factor in occupant satisfaction, sound control system design was an important aspect of the project. INFLUENCE

Mass Timber Construction is revolutionizing the construction industry by increasing sustainability and decreasing construction time and labor requirements. Since the Timber Lofts redevelopment project

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was driven by environmental sustainability, mass timber construction, specifically cross laminated timber (CLT), was a natural fit to achieve many desirable factors for the new complex. Using cross laminated timber, the building height and spans that were designed to accommodate large floor to ceiling windows required less fossil fuel-intensive materials such as concrete, steel and masonry for structural support. This is due to the strength and resiliency of mass timber panels. Plus, wood is a renewable, carbon sequestering resource. Perhaps its greatest contribution to sustainability was its ability to give new life to the original Louis Bass Co. building through its achievement of artfully marrying old and new building materials. SOLUTION

Constructing the new residential section of the Louis Bass Co. complex using cross laminated timber allowed for the use of a sustainable building material that would also foster a connection to nature for its occupants. To maintain the exposed ceilings and meet the International Building Code residential acoustic codes, the sound control system needed to be designed into the floor side of a floor/ceiling assembly. Maxxon has been an active participant of the mass timber market since early in its appearance in the

United States and has performed over 350 sound tests on mass timber assemblies since 2016. The extensive knowledge and expertise of Maxxon was critical in developing an assembly for sound control in both the renovated and newly developed building. Developing the Timber Lofts project, the expertise of Maxxon and Elastizell of Wisconsin, the authorized installer, was used to design an assembly that would meet the acoustical challenges of the project. The Maxxon sound control system included Acousti-Mat ¾ Premium, which provided a generous ¾-in. air gap as well as an added vibration dampening fabric layer. It was permanently encapsulated into the building assembly with a thick pour of reinforced Maxxon Gyp-Crete 2000, providing a sound control solution that met the desired acoustical performance outlined by the development team.

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Achieving Green Building Standards With Sustainable Metal Coating Systems. C RE DITS: 1 H SW, 1 L U SP ONSORE D BY: SH E RWIN-WIL LIA MS C OIL C OATING

This course explores options for achieving LEED and LBC credit using sustainable coil and extrusion coating systems for metal building products.

Transportation Alternatives for Sustainable Cities CREDIT S : 1 L U, 1 HS W SP ONSORE D B Y: THYSSE N KRUPP

Recent innovations revolve around how many elevators can be in a shaft and how those are dispatched intelligently. Dual-car systems and multidirectional elevators take this paradigm even further.

Specifying Healthy + Carbon-Smart Materials C R ED I T S : 1 H S W, 1 L U S P O N S O R ED BY: I N T ER FAC E

Organizations like Architecture 2030, AIA and USGBC have focused on reducing operational carbon emissions, shifting some focus to address the challenge of embodied carbon requires wide-spread education on the emerging toolbox available to professionals.

Advanced Waterprooﬁng Solutions with a PUMA System C RE DITS: 1 H SW, 1 L U SP ONSORE D BY: H E NRY

Overcoming waterproofing challenges by utilizing a PUMA system—cold fluid-applied waterproofing—with quick-curing tech provides longterm stability, UV protection, and resistance to impact and scratches.

Meeting Your High Standards: The Continuing Architect (TCA) is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. ACCET is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

Performance Fabrics in Sustainable Design CREDIT S : 1 HSW SP ONSORE D B Y: PHIF E R

This course aims to help educate what solar control fabrics are, the content of various fabrics, how they work, and the beneﬁts to a sustainable design in meeting and maximizing goals of occupant health, safety, wellbeing, and sustainability.

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Egress Path Lighting & Emergency Lights ISO 502

TCA is an American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Service Provider (AIA CES).

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This course discusses emergency light selection and installation according to speciﬁc building codes standards. Once installed, these systems must be tested to ensure their efﬁcacy in case of an emergency.

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Groundbreaking began on NASA Langley’s largest laboratory in April 2017, and the $96 million project is part of a revitalization plan that will replace and repurpose the site’s facilities. CHALLENGE

With the collaborative efforts of AECOM, W.M. Jordan, Hill Intl. and CEI Materials, the building hosts six NASA Research and Engineering, and the façade utilizes a variety of exterior cladding materials. In a modern take on municipal design, the building features terracotta as a replacement for brick. The building also features single skin metal panels and metal louvers. Each element was fabricated by CEI Materials. CRITERIA

For NASA, the building showcases their commitment to modernity and innovation. “This is going to advance and ensure the capabilities the agency must have for mission success, as well as pave the way for Langley’s future as we enter our 100th year,” said Dave Bowles, director NASA Langley Research Center. SOLUTION

A main component of the façade is the ALPOLIC aluminum composite material (ACM) in two distinct

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Measurement Systems Laboratory Hampton, Va. Design Team: AECOM

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Mia Lehrer, , Studio-, a veteran landscape architect, promotes community advocacy and has been involved in many landscaping, stadium, museum and river revitalization projects.

Community activist Mia Lehrer channels her landscape design prowess to develop waterways and outdoor spaces for enhanced quality of life.

Mia Lehrer’s career as a landscape architect has yielded a wealth of interesting opportunities. She has garnered awards for her work at Los Angeles’ Natural History Museum Nature Gardens, Banc of California Stadium and SoFi Stadium, (p. 46) among other acclaimed projects. But perhaps her most rewarding post has been her involvement as a community advocate.

Following in the footsteps of her parents who were community activists in El Salvador where she spent her early years, Lehrer and her younger associates at Studio-MLA actively leverage their landscape architecture and urban design expertise to educate communities on the benefits of developing these landscapes and building consensus.

“I share the belief that landscape design has the power to enhance the livability of a city, to connect people to natural systems, and to create meaningful spaces for recreation, reflection and exploration,” she told World Landscape Architecture editor Damian Holmes in 2018.

“Studio-MLA believes in connecting people and empowering ideas through design initiatives,” explains Lehrer. “We leverage the systems-thinking of landscape architecture to recalibrate infrastructure, design high-performance landscapes, and apply ecological thinking to urban environments.

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Through our projects, pro bono efforts and strategic relationships, we advocate by design.”

Revitalizing the Los Angeles River A great example Lehrer’s work to help reclaim the L.A. River’s lost tributaries, called the forgotten waterways, which run through 83 sq. miles of primarily economically disadvantaged communities. Often cluttered by power lines and metro stops, the rivers are underutilized resources. The work began a number of years ago in developing the Los Angeles River Revitalization Master Plan. This involved many meetings with elected officials, stakeholders and community members, educating them

As part of Studio-MLA work on Los Angeles River Revitalization Master Plan, this rendering shows how the lost waterways can be turned into a community amenity.

about the magnitude of opportunities presented by reviving the tributaries and strategies for navigating the bureaucracy hampering such initiatives. “You can quantify the ‘environmental burden’ carried by these communities, including increased rates of asthma, for example. We’re showing communities and their leaders how to plant trees and make them more welcoming, create new areas to sit and play, or to ride bikes and walk through,” she says. Lehrer is beginning to see the fruits of her labor with the development of new networks of trails and parks emerging from StudioMLA’s Upper Los Angeles River and Tributaries

Plan. Recently winning a 2021 Azure AZ Award—an international architecture and design competition—the plan involves revitalizing six tributaries, bringing back the habitat and ecosystems, preserving and enhancing 3000 acres of planted green space, new trees, installing permeable surfaces, creating shaded streets and trails, and enhancing the stormwater management.

Take Me Out to the Ballgame Architect Janet Marie Smith, executive vice president in charge of planning and development for the Los Angeles Dodgers, brought in Studio-MLA to reinvent the Dodger Stadium. Now Dodger fans can take their time

as they stroll through civic spaces and treelined entryways, as well as new activity zones within the facility. Studio-MLA’s landscape design for the City’s SoFi Stadium is even more elaborate with a beautiful botanical garden featuring the Mediterranean biome and a six-acre lake, which collects and recycles an estimated 26 million gallons of reclaimed water storm water runoff every year to irrigate the park. SoFi’s  roof, which is open on both sides, pulls the wind through the seating bowl creating gentle breezes and delivering a true indoor-outdoor experience. —Barbara Horwitz-Bennett

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