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table of contents

features

Special Report by Chuck Ross

Trend Lines by Megan Mazzocco

Special Report II by Stan Walerczyk

Elevators: Advances in transportation technology is influencing the way people will move in buildings.

Lighting: Retrofitting with LEDs.

market of choice: hospitality on the cover A Dash of Panache. Within hotels, spaces that are becoming more important to the guest experience are lobbies and other public areas, meaning they require a tad more accent, such as the novel Stella wall panels by modularArts. Page 66.

Windows and Doors: Opening buildings to the outside.

Checking in for Success Pitch Perfect: Striking the right chord with hotel guests—and in turn, generating positive word of mouth—is much more than a pleasant room: lobbies, restaurants—and even the exterior all have an impact on the guest experience.

by AVilma Barr

departments Perspective

Project Deconstruction

Gaddy Hall at Monroe College, New Rochelle, N.Y.

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Resources, Events & Letters

On Spec

Closing the loop on manufacturing Water conservation measures in LEED v4

Product Developments

Specifiers’ Solutions • Cable railing for a high-end shed • School’s open for LED • New locker room provides a home-field edge • Custom metal sets the tone in the 9/11 Museum by John Mesenbrink

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University at Albany School of Business

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Product Focus

Product and material breakthroughs

New & Improved

Achieving LEED

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Stone + Masonry Roofing Decking Signage + Wayfinding Furnishings

by Chuck Ross by Chuck Ross by Megan Mazzocco by Mindi Zissman by Megan Mazzocco

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Product Literature Resources for product & material considerations

Ad Index Last Detail Diane Agrest

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NeoCon: People, Planet and Privacy EDITORIAL

This is the crazy tradeshow season for me and others

performance. We’re trying to focus more in the middle with

in the AEC world, but the show gauntlet’s end is nigh,

a product that can make both sides come together.”

and I’ve finally had the opportunity to sit down and enjoy

On the other hand Hunter Douglas, a user of Mermet

a glass of wine—actually at a show, NeoCon, specifically.

material, put more emphasis on the cool new prints and

Because it’s a furnishings and finishes spectacle, NeoCon

color options available from an aesthetic perspective. Their

provides the chance to frequently sit down while learn-

new “Wanderlust” line is striking a chord in the hospitality

ing about products. That is one of the chief appeals of the

market, according to Stephanie Tichenor, the company’s

event—that, and the complimentary beverages offered by many showrooms late in the day. That said, some notable trends jumped out at me loud and clear. Current product development on the furnishings and finishes front is all about people, but in the context of providing them privacy, quiet, comfort and health. It’s almost impossible to address these subjects without mentioning the company with the most appropriate appellation: Humanscale. Honestly, I can’t praise these guys enough; their offerings

“Many designers are anti-PVC; others understand the performance aspects. So to date, you’ve had to make a decision between composition and performance.”

Jim Crockett

Editorial Director jimc@arch-products.com

Megan Mazzocco

Senior Editor megan@arch-products.com

Jan Bottiglieri

Copy Editor jan@arch-products.com

Contributing Editors: Vilma Barr Ellen Lampert-Greáux Chuck Ross Alan Weis Mindi Zissman

ART + DESIGN

Dave Pape

Vice President, Director, Art + Production dave@arch-products.com

Lauren Lenkowski

Associate Art Director lauren@arch-products.com

Alex Mastera

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simply hit the mark, but at a broadside scale. In our office, we’ve had a lot of discussion about the whole sit-stand concept. Ultimately, it’s a matter of personal preference; some

senior marketing manager. One of the coolest things the

love it, others hate it. Some of the negative experience with

company is doing on this front is a product they supplied for

a retrofit option we tried was due to the “horsiness” of the

Ronald McDonald House. After inviting kids to participate

desk and the fact that it only had one setting. In contrast,

in a design contest, the company transferred the designs

Humanscale’s QS2 take on the concept—part of their Float

to shades that will go in the facility. The end product blew

line—addresses the horsiness issue with a moveable arma-

away the project’s architect; the shades’ impact reminded

ture where the keyboard shelf and monitor are part of the

her of stained glass. Tichenor noted that same architect

assembly and are adjustable to whatever height is most

said it would be great if they could do the same on the ceil-

comfortable. Humanscale also showed great LED task light-

ing. Lo and behold, Hunter Douglas can do that, too.

ing that integrates right into their furniture, both functionally and aesthetically. A new company, idesk, also has task lights

Privacy and Quiet

worth investigating. And I can’t say this enough: task lighting

In the wake of the whole open office movement, judging by

is the future of office illumination—with daylight, of course.

the bevy of acoustic and noise-abatement offerings seen at

On that latter subject, NeoCon had plenty to see relating

the show, it’s clear that noise and privacy are two big issues

to solar shading, particularly on the fabric front. Mechosys-

that must be addressed. The big furniture guys showed

tems showed its new SoHo “1-3-5” collection—shade cloth

cubicle “light” offerings, such as Haworth’s Openest system

that’s 1%, 3% and 5% open. In other words, new thin woven

and Steelcase’s Brody. However, in the very noisy Steelcase

yarns that offer different degrees of opacity—but are all

showroom, the thin panels didn’t do much to abate noise.

the same look and consistency no matter the percentage.

The only sure things were the literal “Cone of Silence” phone

Mecho’s Bill Maiman thinks it’s a big deal: “This is a huge

booths a number of people were showing. That said, I did like

collection for us as it offers designers tremendous flexibility—

Dauphin’s Media Lounge, as a nice room divider for conver-

you can have wider or thinner shade cloth; you can have an

sations away from people’s desks.

east-west exposure, no exposure or a southern exposure—no matter the scenario, this [uniform set of shades] will work.” Elsewhere on the shade cloth front, materiality remains at

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Finally, a couple of thoughts on health: Diane Martel with Tarkett has been a champion of corporate sustainability and has helped transform the company into a phthalate-free vinyl

the forefront. Mermet, a supplier of material to many shading

manufacturer that has embraced C2C, while still offering

system manufacturers, showed a new offering that attempts

great new products. Diane has written a white paper on the

to bridge environmental composition and performance.

subject of recycling and re-purposing that we’ll be running as

GreenScreen “Reflect” includes a fiberglass core and a metal

a series in On Spec—it’s well worth your time.

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backing to better reflect solar heat gain, but remains PVC free Member:

and of lighter weight. Alternatively, the company unveiled the “Chroma” line, which is the “ultimate” in performance, says Mermet’s Jules Duguay. “There are many designers who are anti-PVC; others understand the performance aspects. So, to date, you had to make a decision between composition and

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resources, events & letters

LIGHTING AND VENTILATION

resource updates

coming events

SHOWROOMS:

JULY:

Architect: O’Brien Atkins Associates, PA

Daltile has opened a new design center in Miami at 8788 N.W. 27th St.

TechVent

For over 40 years, EXTECH has been a leader in translucent window, wall and skylight systems. Our TechVent top-hinged windows are available in continuous runs up to 150ft long and can be left open during normal rainfall. ®

Sicis: The Art Mosaic Factory will renovate the building at 240 Fifth Ave. to be the Sicis flagship store and design inspiration center in the USA. CONTINUING EDUCATION:

Whole Trees Architecture and Structures offers an AIA CEU, “Why Trees are Stronger than Wood” exploring the advantages of small diameter round timbers over traditional structural systems. Visit www.wholetrees.com. “Efficient Design Utilizing Decorative Guardrails” is a continuing education course available on-demand from SC Railing Co. Visit www.sc-railing.com. “Five important factors to consider about gas- and airfilled units” and “The energy saving benefits of Intercept stainless steel spacer systems for windows” are videos available on-demand at the PPG Glass Education Center. Visit www.educationcenter.ppg.com. An on-demand presentation from Flex-Ability Concepts details how to use Flex-C Arch to create a curved wall top. Visit www.flexabilityconcepts.com/video.

AWFS Fair 2015 July 22-25 Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas http://awfsfair.org

SEPTEMBER:

5th LED Professional Symposium + Expo Trends and Technologies for Future Lighting Solutions Sept. 22-24 FESTSPIELHAUS BREGENZ, Bregenz, Austria www.led-professional-symposium.com

Arc-interiors 2015 Sept. 24-27 Naples, Fla. www.arc-interiors.com

NCSEA Structural Engineering Summit Sept. 30-Oct. 3 Red Rock Resort, Las Vegas www.ncsea.com/meetings/annualconference

OCTOBER:

IFMA’s World Workplace Conference + Expo 2015 Oct. 7-9 Colorado Convention Center, Denver www.worldworkplace.ifma.org

NEW WEBSITES:

Metalcon

Exceptional impact resistance, coupled with industrial grade rack & pinion operating hardware, make TechVent the perfect choice for demanding environments.

Kawneer’s newly redesigned website showcases a “My Products” feature, a searchable technical library and a featured projects section; plus, visitors can browse Kawneer projects from a mobile device. Visit www.kawneer.com.

Oct. 14-16 Tampa Convention Center www.metalcon.com

Learn more about TechVent at:

Structures Unlimited’s new website showcases skylights, pool enclosures, canopies and more produced by imaginative designers. Visit www.structuresunlimitedinc.com.

NeoCon East

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The new website of Lighting Services Inc. (LSI) includes search capabilities, product representation and a streamlined design for mobile users. Visit www.lightingservicesinc.com.

LightShow West Oct. 21-22 Los Angeles Convention Center www.lightshowwest.com

Oct. 26-27 Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, Md. www.neoconeast.com

NOVEMBER:

Arc-US 2015 MATERIAL HEALTH:

Petersen Aluminum’s recently released Environmental Product Declaration is available in the products section at pac-clad.com. The Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for ceramic tile made in North America is now available for download at www.tcnatile.com. CertainTeed has published the first vinyl fence and railing product Life Cycle Assessment for its Bufftech, Kingston and Panorama products. Visit www.certainteed. com/freedomofchoice.

Nov. 5-8 Miami www.arc-us.com

CORRECTION:

In June, the Specifier’s Solution article on the Birdair shading system covering the Domain Mall in Austin, Texas, (p. 84) neglected to credit the colored RGB lighting design which was done by the Lighting Practice of Philadelphia.

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Diane Martel, Vice President, Environmental Planning and Strategy Tarkett North America .

BEST PRACTICES IN CLOSED-LOOP DESIGN ›› PART 1: CHAIN OF CUSTODY

Beyond Recycling: Establishing a Chain of Custody Editor’s Note: Sustainability through closed-loop circular design and applying cradle-to-cradle principles supports healthy recycling and the development of a circular economy. This is a two-part series addressing means of progressing to such an end. Part 1 addresses managing the chain of custody; Part 2 will discuss recycling and reuse of materials and the concept of closed-loop circular design. Increasingly, manufacturers are challenged to produce quality products that can meet customer needs while complying with industry and government mandates for disclosure and confirmation, verifying that products are produced with safe materials that can easily be recycled or re-used. This is easier said than done, yet manufacturers share the responsibility of being good stewards of Earth’s resources. As community members, employers and inhabitants of this planet, manufacturers have a vested interest in ensuring that resources remain available into the future. With nine billion people projected to inhabit our planet by the year 2050, resource constraints—as well as consumer aspirations for quality of life, healthy living and complete trust—could limit business activities unless we work pro-actively and consider a different approach to the way we think about responsibil-

industry-accepted sustainability standards. A documentation process can provide the informa-

C2C IN REAL LIFE Johnsonite/Tarkett’s new Acczent flourish line is an example of a product that has gone through the C2C process and looks and

ity. It is in the interest of every manufacturer to develop

tion necessary to determine the best methods by which a

policies and manufacturing methods that operate within the

manufactured product can be successfully recycled or re-

constraints of our natural resources. Finding methods to

purposed. With verified ingredients, a path to technical recy-

turn waste back into resources as quickly as resources are

cling or biological re-entry into the biosphere can be clearly

assessment of the material content of a product. The EHS

consumed is one of the most effective ways to manage our

established, ensuring a closed-loop process. By following a

addresses the environmental and human health risk of a

ecological footprint. Participating in the movement to verify

model similar to that established by the FSC, manufacturers

finished product by providing valuable ingredient information

the chain of custody for all components of manufactured

can establish a system whereby all materials and ingredients

along with associated environmental and health quality data.

products is just one way to build a healthy, sustainable future.

are verified and documented through the entire chain of

An ecological and toxicological assessment is performed

custody for any manufactured product.

and reviewed by a third party—the Environmental Protection

Managing the Chain of Custody

functions well.

Encouragement Agency (EPEA)—which was founded by Pro-

To ensure transparency in the manufacturing process, raw

Documentation Methods

fessor Michael Braungart. The EHS is based on the Cradle

materials for all manufactured products should be followed

While complete documentation is needed throughout the

to Cradle (C2C) science-based material assessment meth-

and verified. The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is one

chain of custody, some methods for verification of materials

odology, which is easy to understand and widely accepted in

example of a successful, industry-wide system that verifies

the building and design industry.

the chain of custody for manufactured products produced from raw wood resources. The FSC process verifies and documents source materials from the location of growth through manufacturing and into the sales distribution channel. The verification process is based on a voluntary, marketbased approach to improving forest practices worldwide. Through a chain of custody (COC) designation, the council verifies the source of the raw materials, certifies the manufacturer producing the finished goods, and also certifies the sales channel through which the product is taken to market

Dr. Braungart believes strongly in a process of “striving

The goal is to optimize resources by choosing materials that can be recycled to enter a manufacturing cycle (technical cycle) or can be biodegradable to re-enter the biosphere (biological cycle).

before the COC symbol may be applied to a wood-based or

to be ‘more good,’ not ‘less bad.’” According to Braungart, “Cradle to Cradle is about inspiration, celebration of the human footprint. It’s not minimizing negative impact, nor optimizing existing bad practices. This is a step-by-step journey, which needs solidarity, transparency and commitment from all stakeholders—manufacturers, suppliers, consumers—as well as creativity and innovation to design high-quality and eco-effective products.” Braungart believes that the C2C approach could be an “innovation engine,” inspiring manufacturers to rethink their

paper product. This verification of chain of custody ensures

choice of raw materials to focus on those that are safe and

that architects, designers, building owners and consumers

are already in place. For example, manufacturers may partici-

good for people and the environment; and inspiring archi-

can rest assured that the raw materials in the manufactured

pate voluntarily in documented verification processes, such

tects, designers or specifiers to select sustainable solutions,

products they choose come from sustainable forests and

as the development of an Environmental Health Statement

thus contributing positively to the well-being of the environ-

are manufactured and handled in a manner that meets

(EHS) for each product they produce. An EHS is a third-party

ment and the people in it.

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Mike Gipson, Product Line Manager-Flushometers, Sloan BEST PRACTICES IN WATER CONSERVATION ›› HIGH-EFFICIENCY RESTROOM FIXTURES

Gaining Perspective on Water Efficiency Via LEEDv4 The changes to LEED v4 affect all categories, including

High-Efficiency Solutions

plumbing, and with them come new rules, new challenges and

Many water conservation strategies are no cost or provide

a wealth of new opportunities. As a major component of the

a rapid payback while other strategies, such as biological

LEED rating system, the Water Efficiency section expanded

wastewater treatment systems and graywater plumbing

to include all types of water use—not simply the water associ-

systems, often require more substantial investments. In any

ated with fixtures and fittings, but also addressing process,

building, restrooms are a cost center; water, electricity, paper,

appliances, cooling towers and outdoor water, as well as fun-

maintenance and waste removal expenses add up. Upgrad-

damental building metering requirements. There is a new pre-

ing restrooms with high-efficiency products conserves water,

HI, EFFICIENCY

scriptive compliance path for meeting selected flush or flow

reduces electrical consumption and eliminates waste. Less

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rates. Appliance and process water use are now addressed

water also means reduced drainage, which translates to less

Airport has saved more

with special requirements for the Schools, Retail, Hospitality

energy for treatment and discharge.

and Healthcare market sectors. These changes have been widely analyzed, yet may still

than 30,000 gallons of water per day since

If a facility is going to focus on high-efficiency solutions,

installing 330 manual

the plan should be on ultra-low-flow or waterless fixtures,

and electronic dual-flush

need clarification. As such, although the LEED v4 scope

as well as overall conservation with strategies like rainwater

flushometers.

encompasses water-related initiatives in green building, the

capture and graywater reuse. Careful attention to fixture

focus of this article is on the significant modifications in the

selection and building flow requirements are key factors in

water efficiency category pertaining to indoor water use.

achieving water efficiency goals.

The indoor water-related criteria include two of the pre-

offers a 30% water use reduction, thereby contributing to

A High-Efficiency Toilet (HET) is a fixture with an average

multiple points. New 1.1 gpf toilet systems—which combine

requisites and the corresponding credits: 1) building-level

flush volume of 1.28 gpf or less (dual-flush devices [1.6/1.1 gpf]

a vitreous china toilet fixture with either a manual or sensor-

water metering and 2) indoor water use reduction. Concen-

are considered HETs) that meets the performance require-

operated low-flush 1.1 gpf flushometer—provide consistent,

trating on these will help projects reduce water consumption

ments of ASME 19.2/CSA B45.1 and Maximum Performance

reliable performance designed for new construction projects

and realize water savings during the entire life of the project.

(MaP) testing. MaP testing simulates solid waste, and the min-

to help lower water usage while maintaining performance

The prerequisite threshold for Indoor Water Use Reduc-

imum benchmark adopted by the EPA for its WaterSense pro-

expectations. The best case scenario is achieved when the

tion is 20%. In v4, USGBC eliminated the previous point

gram is 350 grams. Other tactics to consider include manual

flushometer and fixture are optimized to work together.

earned and made the 20% reduction the prerequisite; this

dual-flush toilets, which offer the option of a 1.6 gallon flush

reflects the growing understanding of just how important

for solid waste or 30% less (1.1 gallon flush) for liquid waste.

Future Foundation

water savings is. For example, current legislation at the fed-

These options are available either as a complete valve or as a

The Water Efficiency credit category in LEED v4 is critical.

eral, state and local levels include more than 100 bills that

retrofit to an existing valve. Electronic dual-flush toilets, either

It not only addresses a building’s initial design and construc-

address water conservation, water efficiency and/or LEED

battery powered or hardwired, carry the advantage of hands-

tion, it also provides a foundation for the building’s future

requirements.

free operation, which also promotes hygiene.

water use. As drought conditions—such as those being

The differentiating factor from previous versions of LEED

By using a HET with 1.28 gpf, a building can save thou-

experienced in California—persist and the demands on lim-

is the requirement to use products certified under the U.S.

sands of gallons a year over the standard 1.6 gpf toilet. How-

ited water supplies increase, LEED buildings that prioritize

EPA’s WaterSense program. This requirement applies to

ever, if a facility is seeking LEED Water Efficiency points, using

efficient water use can be an important tool in the develop-

the prerequisite and carries over the indoor water reduction

1.28 gpf only helps to achieve the prerequisite. A 1.1 gpf HET

ment of society’s sustainable water use plan.

credit criteria. This means all urinals and tank toilets, plus some faucet applications, need to be WaterSense-certified as well as reduce water usage compared to the allowable baseline. Flushometer water closets do not currently have a WaterSense specification, but they would also be required to reduce water consumption compared to the allowable base-

Summary of WE Changes from LEED v2009 to LEED v4 Credit

Points

LEED 2009

Points

LEED v4

Outdoor Water Use Reduction

2-4

Option 1. Reduce by 50%; Option 2. Reduce by 50% AND use no potable water or no irrigation

1-2

Option 1. No irrigation; Option 2. Reduce by 50% using EPA’s WaterSense Tool

Prereq.

Reduce indoor water use by 20% below EPAct baseline

Prereq.

Reduce indoor water use by 20% below EPAct baseline; WaterSense labels; requirements for appliance and process water

1-4

Reduce indoor water use by 3040%

1-7

Reduce indoor water use by 25-50% below EPAct baseline; WaterSense labels; requirements for appliance and process water, ASHRAE 189 cooling tower requirements

Prereq.

Install building-level water meters and share data with USGBC for 5 years

Install permanent water meters for at least 2 selected water subsystems

1-2

Perform potable water analysis, limit cycles

line. Projects can earn additional points for reducing indoor water usage by 25% to 50% for new construction and 10% to 30% for existing buildings.

Indoor Water Use Reduction

Another significant update to this credit category is water metering. Metering data must be shared with the USGBC for five years. Projects can earn an additional point for installing water meters on at least two types of subsystems, such as irrigation, indoor plumbing, or reclaimed water. Existing buildings

Water Metering

may earn an additional point for submetering four or more sub-

EBOM only

systems. Meter data must be regularly recorded and compiled into monthly and annual summaries. USGBC provides a data template that is submitted as completed via USGBC’s Dropbox. As a general rule, USGBC aims to collect data twice a year.

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Noteworthy Dave Heater is now president of Ankrom Moisan Architects. MulvannyG2 Architecture—now MG2—opened a new Seattle headquarters located in the 1101 Second building. Todd Thackery, AIA, LEED AP, vice president at SHP Leading Design in Cincinnati, has received the Certified Educational Facility Planner (CEFP) designation. Stephen Burks has been awarded the 2015 National Design Award for Product Design by Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. AIA New York and the Center for Architecture has launched a national search for an Executive Director to lead both organizations. TOWERS OF (WATER) POWER

Tandus Centiva recently received an assessment for sustain-

The pavilion’s three-story “water towers” use a series of vegetated biofilters, infiltration, and retention strategies to capture 100%

able manufacturing, the NSF/ANSI 332 Silver level certifica-

of the water falling or flowing through the site.

tion, for its Venue Series luxury vinyl tile product line. Prosoco products, Consolideck ColorHard, R-Guard AirDam, R-Guard Cat 5, R-Guard Cat 5 Rain Screen, R-Guard FastFlash, R-Guard Joint & Seam Filler, have received Declare labels from the Living Future Institute. In other news, Prosoco sponsored a “bee hotel” designed by architects at Clark | Huesemann in Lawrence. Recently installed at the Kansas University Field Station in Lawrence, the structure is a sustainable resting spot for solitary pollinator bee populations. Saint-Gobain has launched NOVA External Venturing, a unit dedicated to developing strategic partnerships between the parent company and start-up companies all over the world. Leviton has acquired Intense Lighting. The Marvin Companies has acquired 100% ownership of TruStile Doors. Pella Corp. has acquired Grabill Windows and Doors. Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute’s Material Health Certificate helps specifiers to identify where a product is on the path to being safe for humans and the environment. Laticrete has been named Supplier of the Year by the Ceramic Tile Distributor’s Assn. Panasonic Heating & Air Conditioning Group’s Inverter Series has achieved ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2015 designation. Johns Manville’s 2014 Sustainability Report includes the JM Product Landscape, an interactive component highlighting the

NEWS: PROCESS IMPROVEMENT: WATER

by Megan Mazzocco, Senior Editor

Regenerative Designs for L.A. River Site Courtesy of Perkins+Will, great minds are hard at work on water conservation. Its 2014 Design Leadership Council

designing within a parched climate. Shown above is the first prize winner, Water Towers.

(DLC) challenge asked P+W architects worldwide to use

The design brief describes how these towers act as ves-

their design knowledge to solve a global, economic or

sels for engaging the beauty and mystery of water, giving

environmental challenge faced by society today to create

visitors and students the opportunity to witness and even

an improved situation for the future. This year, P+W’s DLC

participate in recovering this vital resource.

sought out answers to the pressing water issue represen-

The Arid Lands Institute’s water tower pavilion is a

tative of the world’s impending water crisis, especially for

working water lab that brings together the academic

economies heavily reliant on water-intensive industries.

community while reaching out to the community of Lincoln

In search of a new headquarters, The Arid Lands

Heights and the city of Los Angeles to inform and engage

Institute pinpointed a water-stressed site adjacent to

the public in the ongoing efforts of water conservation.

the Los Angeles River. P+W used this project to inspire

Located along the L.A. River, the water pavilion captures

their knowledge to precipitate in a discovery of the most

100% of the water that falls or flows through the site using

water-conscious operations possible. The program they

a series of vegetated biofilters, infiltration, and retention

were given: “House of Retention,” the new 40,000-sq.-

strategies throughout the project, with the use of three-

ft. home for the Arid Lands Institute, designed to cap-

story “water towers.” The local ecosystem is restored with

ture, store, recycle, treat, and infiltrate every drop

the integration of riparian best management practices to

of water on this heavily urbanized site.

reinstate lost habitat. Working with the city to restore the

A jury of industry professionals selected three designs out of 59 entries from 20 P+W offices on three continents. The winners—First Prize: Water Towers by Doug Bergert,

L.A. River to a natural state, the water pavilion advances research and teaches future conservationists. The pavilion’s primary structures are centered

Anne Smith, Alec Sands (Minneapolis); Second Prize:

around a series of vessels—the water towers—used as

River Walk by Danny Mui, Alan Mui (Chicago); and Third

a means to collect, contain and/or clean water from the

Prize: Confluence: A Hydrological Research Park by Libby

site. The water towers are designed to allow contents to

Farley, Sandra Yencho, Stephanie Yu (New York)—dem-

be changed out in order to continually progress with the

onstrate the best functional and expressive potentials of

latest scientific findings about water conservation.

sustainability of JM projects in the built environment.

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ORNAMENTAL METAL:

Advanced Screening The modern design of this multi-family project in the south of France by LP Architecture Studio features defined lines and blocked massing. The building’s standout metal ornamentation is a lace-like curtain that simultaneously conceals and invites. It also functions to deliver filtered natural light and ventilation to the central staircase. The intricate design of the metal screen also appears like a glowing luminaire at dusk and through the evening hours. Visit www.lparchitecture.it/eng or Circle

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GLASS:

Light Table A tongue-and-cheek interpretation of modern acrylic furniture—paired with the desire for the warm, iconic look of natural wood—have sparked the creation of Sublimazione dining and nesting tables, designed by Ron Gilad for Glas Italia, from Suite NY. The transparent wood interlayer is printed between two lites of glass for a luminous effect that feels as if you are peering through a

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CONTROLS:

Enlightened Energy Usage The Enlighted System is a simple way to introduce sophisticated controls to the physical environment. Smart sensors, room controls, a gateway (which aggregates data from individual Smart Sensors and sends it to the Energy Manager for analysis) and the energy manager work together to automate, analyze, control and report environmental data to drive building automation and efficiency. Visit www.enlightedinc.com or Circle

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FACADES:

News: En Pointe Milanese studio Piuarch created this unique effect for Givenchy’s Seoul, South Korea flagship store. In close collaboration with the art director of the Maison, Riccardo Tisci, the firm designed a surface of pierced and embossed electropolished steel plates. Designed in Ashlar Vellum 3D modeling software, the cover panels were custom fabricated by a company in South Korea. The pressed steel is formed from one side using a modern metal fabrication technique called fluid pressing technology; it places up to 20,000 psi of pressure on the surface area of fluid on a sheet metal material, which presses the material into a mould shaped by the design created in the 3D modelling program. Each module has fi ve holes and four protrusions; each panel is raised or recessed 8 cm from the plane of the front panel. The square modules (110 × 110 cm, Photography: Shin Kyungsub

and 1.5 cm thick) are secured by a stainless steel frame attached to a tubular structure. For dramatic effect in the evenings, the façade is backlit with Fiberoptics. Visit www.piuarch.it or Circle

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ART IN ARCHITECTURE:

Lightning Design Inspired by lightning’s complex geometries, Cumulus replicates naturally occurring optical effects using LED lighting and digital technology. The installation—conceived by SOFTlab for Rab Lighting—is a lightweight structure comprised of acrylic tubes, 3D-printed nylon joints and LED strips, suspended from a single ceiling beam. This physical embodiment of an abstracted “cloud” has been digitally programmed to interact with viewers via environmental sound. The exhibition at the RAB gallery—535 W 24th Street—ran through July 3. Visit www.rabweb.com or Circle

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AUDIO/VISUAL:

Movie Screening An alternative to a conventional white projection screen

contrast, clarity and color reproduction in brightly lit

is a visible projection on a black background. This

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LIGHTING:

DIY Lighting Design Lighting designer Beatrice Witzgall of i3D has devised one of the most exciting emerging trends in lighting design: sophisticated yet user-friendly LED control interfaces that architects, lighting designers or even the average app user can master. With the help of wireless LED sources, the LumiFi app syncs with them and prompts the user to indicate whether the light is a downlight, a task light, cove light, etc. Selecting one of several preset moods curated by Witzgall will fine-tune the light source to illuminate settings like energize, relax, focus or romance. The app was originally designed so that a super-yacht client could easily change the craft’s exterior lighting scheme according to time of day or occasion. The technology is easily transferable to the hotel and hospitality industry, as hotel guests become increasingly keen on using their smart phones to control their environment. Visit www.lumifi.com or Circle

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MOSAIC TILES:

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WINDOWS LEARN

TO WORK AGAIN With features like enhanced properties and throwback styling, todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s operable openings prove that putting windows to work again can help spaces feel less sterile and help connect workers to each other as well as to the outdoors. By Chuck Ross, contributing writer

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INDUSTRIAL OFFICE The double-pane, argon-filled aluminum windows feature simulated divided lites to recreate the early20th century industrial look—a perfect complement for a building built in 1909.

At the spec-space forefront Providing natural daylight to building occupants has become a goal for many sustainability oriented architects over the last decade or so, both to reduce energy use for lighting and because many occupants simply prefer it. Now some designers are taking this outside-in approach a step further by incorporating windows with a surprisingly novel function: they actually open. Early commercial spaces, including offi ce high-rise buildings, certainly had operable windows; yet the widespread introduction of air conditioning soon after World War II quickly led to sealed curtainwalls and fully controlled heating and cooling. A few designers now are exploring options for reversing the sealed-environment approach. Obviously, a temperate climate helps make operable windows a practical option. But two recent projects in Portland, Ore., illustrate that, where climate allows, putting windows to work again can help offi ces feel less sterile and help offi ce workers reconnect with the great outdoors.

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The Portland-based architecture firm Mackenzie has worked frequently with local property developer Killian Pacific, so designers weren’t surprised with their client’s emphasis on both architectural integrity and sustainability for the building rechristened 1510 Technology Center. The cast-in-place, two-story concrete structure was originally built in 1909 by General Electric for use as a railroad freight depot. Killian Pacific saw the building’s warehouse-style openness as ideal for a demographic it calls “industrial office” users. “Their vision was to restore the original design of the building, but at the same time they wanted to merge that historical nod” with today’s latest technologies, says Dietrich Wieland, project architect for the job and an assistant principal and director of sustainability with Mackenzie. “The building is pursuing every LEED point for energy efficiency.” Along with such innovations as a radiant heating and cooling system—the first such cooling system in the

city—and 100% LED lighting, the building has the deliberately old-fashioned touch of fully operable windows. The proposal came from the client, not the architects, Wieland says. “It was an owner requirement from the kick-off meeting. They felt that, for the type of tenant they’re trying to attract, this would be a desired amenity.” The thermally broken, double-pane and argon-filled aluminum windows feature simulated divided lites to recreate an early-20th century industrial look. Wieland admits to some initial concerns, given the building’s location. “This building is right next to some train tracks, so acoustics were a concern,” he said, adding that a highway overpass along the building’s north side raised issues as well. “We were a little bit concerned about the air quality.” As a result of the potential for the overpass to concentrate street-level exhaust at problematic levels, the windows along the north side are not operable. However, the remaining windows—from Mercer Windows, now a division of VPI—open and close at the tenant’s wish.

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Project: 1510 Technology Center Architect: Mackenzie Photos: Courtesy, Christian Columbres

HAND-FASHIONED SKIN The recently re-christened 1510 Technology Center takes full advantage of the natural daylight its expansive windows allow. Windows on three sides of the building are fully operable, so natural ventilation can be an equally plentiful resource.

Ironically, the building is now 100% occupied by a tenant with little desire for operable windows: concerned about possible security risks, first-floor windows are never opened and second-floor windows are opened only rarely. Ironically, the building is now 100% occupied by a tenant with little desire for operable windows. Managers of Viewpoint Software, the construction-software company that has made the building its North American headquarters, are concerned about possible security risks, so first-floor windows are never opened and second-floor windows are opened only rarely. However, Killian Pacific remains sold on the concept—Wieland

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says Mackenzie is now working on a new-construction building in nearby Vancouver, Wash., that will be a new home for both the developer and Mackenzie itself, and operable windows already are in the plans. “It just makes a lot of sense in this climate,” he says, noting the temperate nature of the Pacific Northwest’s coastal weather. “There are a lot of times of the year when it makes sense to use them.”

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PORTLAND UNSEALED When constructed in 1968, the building that is now home to Glumacâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Portland offices was a sealed environment; today, spandrel windows on two sides of the open-space office can be opened at the flip of a switch.

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EASY BREEZY A total of 12 of the spandrel units were replaced with motorized windows, custom fabricated by Benson Industries, that open inward to provide full natural ventilation.

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Becoming your own research subject Engineers at Glumac don’t need to worry whether the operable window system they recently installed will actually be used: the windows are fitted into their own Portland offi ces. The fi rm, which often works at sustainable design’s cutting edge, set out from the start to hit LEED Platinum with its work to refit the 16th fl oor of the iconic Standard Insurance Center, designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill as the GeorgiaPacific Building in 1968. Glumac’s primary desire was to open up the low-ceilinged space in the office, and take advantage of the wide-open sightlines that the building’s column-free structural plan allows. The firm partnered with Gensler’s Seattle office in a design that eliminated the standard ceiling system in favor of exposed ductwork and a more industrial feel. Removing the ceiling system also exposed spandrel vision glass, which, along with white ceilings,

aided daylighting goals. A total of 12 of the spandrel units—six on each of two opposing sides of the open-space office—were replaced with motorized windows that open inward when activated. Instead of an automated, sensor-based system, the firm opted for a simple switch mounted in a common office area. “Since we’re a group of engineers, it’s very easy to self-police,” says Len Klein, PE, mechanical engineering principal, with a slight chuckle. “Our whole approach to our space has been to use it as a living laboratory—not just in how it functions, but how we, as tenants, function.” Designers never intended the windows to provide full natural ventilation, Klein says. Instead, they’re meant as a supplement when temperature and pressurization conditions allow. Installed in 2013, a year or so after the fi rm moved into the space, the windows have served the purpose of

teaching both functional and behavioral lessons. First, the fi rm quickly recognized the need to tie together the operation of window blinds and the opening and closing of the windows, when pressure differentials resulted in blinds being sucked outside. Yet retracted blinds can mean added glare, thanks to sunlight refl ecting off adjacent buildings; this requires a balancing of priorities in negotiating when the windows are opened. The behavioral lessons might be even more significant. Klein sounds a bit more like a sociologist than an engineer as he explains these new insights. “In the U.S. we’ve become accustomed to such a sterile environment, and I think that works against us, from a sustainability viewpoint— we look for that steadystate normal,” he says. “What we’ve seen is that some people love when we open up the windows, others get bothered when there’s a bus going by.”

“What we’ve seen is that some people love when we open up the windows, others get bothered when there’s a bus going by.”

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During a day at the office, a lunchtime excursion, or a building evacuation, people rely on sophisticated elevator technologies and controls that address safety, accessibility and traffic in dense urban environments.

By Megan Mazzocco, senior editor

As towers grow taller, staircases become obsolete, and elevators have emerged as the bottleneck of the evolution of tall buildings. Striving for lightweight construction coupled with strength and speed, two elevator innovations in particular are expanding the possibilities for skyscraper design, observes Jay Popp, senior vice president, International at Lerch Bates. First, KONE’s innovation in elevator cable—Ultra-

Rope—is an immediately disruptive technology, says Popp. “Certainly, (UltraRope has been) one of the biggest breakthroughs in technology,” he confirms. “It has immediate applications in supertalls and megatalls under design or construction throughout the world.” The product’s carbon-fiber cables drastically reduce elevator loads, allowing them to climb quickly, smoothly and more efficiently to heights of up to one kilometer, or 3280 ft.

A second breakthrough in elevator technology cited by Popp is ThyssenKrupp’s new MULTI. (In fact, Popp and this author met at the company’s headquarters for the unveiling of the rope-less elevator technology.) MULTI is technically feasible in 3D model, and has been deployed successfully at ¾ scale; yet right now, the technology is much more of a speculative proposition for developers and

investors, says Popp. “To actually get this system into a building, any building—much less a supertall or megatall—will require a developer with a vision, willing to ‘partner’ with ThyssenKrupp for the life of the building.” Even when a building features MULTI technology, it will still include an old elevator system as insurance, says Popp. “Although MULTI has the ability to potentially reduce the number of

elevator shafts in a core, the first buildings will be designed around a conventional system to ensure the buildings’ viability to lenders.” Clients and investors will need to see MULTI technology successfully deployed in this fashion before putting their chips on the table, says Popp: “Although our clients always want to be on the leading edge of technology, few of them (or their lenders) want to be pioneers.”

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Project: Cube Tower Location: Foshan, Guangdong Province, China Specs: 34 elevators,16 escalators

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SPOT ON! MULTI ropeless elevator technology allows circulation of the elevator cabin on a vertical and horizontal axis through a building. The technology has been proven and successfully deployed in a ¾ scale model.

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If you miss the MULTI, another will be following directly behind. The system has been compared to a ski lift in its frequency, and moves to load and deliver people in a continuous loop.

Any Height or Shape, In Any Direction Each year, NYC office workers cumulatively spend more than 20 years’ worth of time waiting for and riding in elevators, says ThyssenKrupp’s CEO and executive chairman, Andreas Schierenbeck. With that in mind, ThyssenKrupp developed the MULTI, a rope-less elevator technology that promises to dramatically increase efficiencies by moving elevator cabs in vertical and horizontal paths. The recumbent elevator technology will quickly and efficiently transfer building occupants in the vertical direction—no one will wait longer than 30 seconds for an elevator, and elevators will be re-circulated via a horizontal path to the down direction. In other words, if you miss the MULTI, another will be following directly behind. The breakthrough concept promises to

revolutionize building design with its ability to operate on both vertical and horizontal axes. Because there are no ropes involved, there are no limits on height or capacity, and no rail sway to address, so the system will require less compensation for the frequency of a tall building. Even more impressive is the system’s modularity and scale-ability: MULTI can be built as the building is being built, and as more tenants move in, more carriages can be added to the system to increase traffic flow. Cars can be easily taken out of service for maintenance in small elevator “garages” located on each floor, so one broken-down elevator car does not disable the service to an entire elevator shaft. “The few basic certainties designers have held about elevator design for 150 years have been upended,” says Dario

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Trabucco, research manager, CTBUH, in his review of the MULTI. The rope-less elevator system technology is the culmination of several previously developed technologies: it is based on the paternoster—a slow-moving, continuous, door-less elevator once used frequently in Europe, now prohibited for safety reasons—and it deploys the magnet levitation technology of Shanghai’s Transrapid Maglev highspeed railway line, which ThyssenKrupp helped develop. The ability to operate more than one cabin per shaft has been demonstrated by the company’s Twin system. Although Maglev technology was not as widely accepted in the transportation arena as anticipated, magnetic and linear drive technology is leaving a legacy in conveyance systems like

MULTI and in TK’s recently launched ACCEL horizontal moving walkway, which provides a smooth, silent and speedy ride. MULTI will require limited passenger numbers and reduced elevator cab weight, but will pay back dividends in its ability to transport passengers swiftly and efficiently within buildings of any height or shape, in any direction. “How can buildings meet new energy codes using daylighting and solar when one entire face of the building many times in urban areas gets no sunlight at all?” posits the company’s head of communications, Luis Ramos. Increasing the breadth, fl exibility and modularity of buildings’ mobility and conveyance systems will free designers to maximize solar energy, says Ramos. It’s the culmination of carbon-neutral building systems.

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Project: Test Tower Location: Rottweil, Germany Architects: Helmut Jahn, Werner Sobek

The building façade functions as a windbreaker and as a piece of art, filtering and reflecting daylight into the tower’s interior.

MULTI technology has been technically proven in engineering and 3D modeling software at the university of Stuttgart and in a ¾ scale mock-up; the next frontier is a full-sized prototype planned for ThyssenKrupp’s elevator test tower in Rottweil, Germany. Designed by renowned architects Helmut Jahn and Werner Sobek, it represents the merging of innovative and sustainable engineering. At the time of writing, ThyssenKrupp reported that, after only two months, the tower soars 100 meters. Thanks to the architects’ specification of a shell of fiberglass, the building façade functions as a windbreaker and as

a piece of art. The textile surrounding the tower’s concrete cylinder will divert the structure’s wind loads, allowing the building to be deployed using less concrete and much more rapidly than conventional construction allows, relates ThyssenKrupp CEO, Andreas Schierenbeck. According to Jahn, the textile shell will glisten in the sun, filtering and reflecting daylight into the tower’s interior. Three of the tower’s nine test shafts will be dedicated to the new MULTI system. “The tower is set to be completed at the end of 2016, and by that time, we aim to have a running prototype of MULTI,” adds Schierenbeck.

TWISTY TESTER Designed by Helmut Jahn and Werner Sobek, ThyssenKrupp’s elevator test tower in Rottweil, Germany soars 100m after only two months. Thanks to the tower’s fiberglass shell, the textile covering around the tower’s concrete cylinder diverts wind loads, allowing the building to be constructed with less concrete and much more rapidly deployed than conventional construction allows.

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GETTING HIGH (ON ELEVATORS) Thirty-one high-efficiency Schindler 7000 high-rise elevators with a PORT Technology destination-dispatch system are planned for the Comcast Innovation & Technology Center in Philadelphia. The 59-story structure, designed by Lord Norman Foster of Foster + Partners, will be one of the ten tallest buildings in the United States.

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In Case of Emergency Use Elevator

One idea that developers and lenders may be more willing to pioneer is occupant evacuation operation (OEO) protocol for elevators. OEO allows developers to eliminate the second staircase in a building, and instead implement OEO in the building’s fire, safety and elevator system to mobilize building occupants in case of an emergency. “The taller that buildings get, we can’t expect people to be going down hundreds of stairs,” says Scott Day, executive VP product and business strategy at ThyssenKrupp. After years of being instructed to use the stairs to evacuate a building in case of an emergency, using the elevators might seem counterintuitive; but in fact, elevators’ OEO protocol in tall buildings makes it much more feasible to safely evacuate all building occupants from supertall and megatall buildings. It came about when the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitats (CTBUH) conducted a study of the events of 9-11; after the council released its findings about the Twin Towers’ evacuations, OEO began to be more widely recognized and adopted. “The eventual outcome was the development of provisions in ASME A17.1/CSA B44, NFPA and ICC building codes, as well as the fire alarm codes, to define the requirements for the use of elevators for evacuations,” explains Kevin Brinkman, NEII codes and safety director. Implementation of OEO standards and codes will require specialized building designs that require compartmentalization, fire-resistive construction, and coordination between the elevator systems and fire protection systems, says Brinkman. Lerch Bates’ Popp says the firm is actively involved in the design and construction of several projects using the new OEI allowed by the North American ASME Elevator Code and NFPA Fire Life Safety code. Installation of these additional control features also requires a written evacuation plan and practice use, says Popp; however, in his opinion, the codes do not

“The taller that buildings get, we can’t expect people to be going down hundreds of stairs.” Scott Day, Executive VP, Product + Business Strategy, ThyssenKrupp

yet provide adequate detail about how OEO is to be specifically designed. This leaves the industry with a wide variety of building-specific “variations.” ThyssenKrupp’s Day reports that OEO protocol is becoming sought-after on the West Coast due to the frequency of earthquakes and anticipated seismic retrofit ordinances. The company’s OEO protocol will be active in a San Francisco tall tower project in August, but there aren’t any “earthquake drills” scheduled yet, says Day; so far, the OEO technology will rely on signage to inform occupants to use—or not to use—the elevator. Elevator companies and code-making bodies have years of research and refinement to perfect implementation of the new OEO protocol, says Popp. “Currently, elevator manufacturers are behind in the development of the necessary software and signal fixtures for this operation. This is due in part to the lack of consistent definition in the code.” Perfecting OEO will require coordination among all building systems to address every angle of potential evacuation situations, says Brinkman: “Designers and developers have shown a lot of interest in evacuation issues, prompting more discussion about Intelligent Buildings that integrate all of the building control systems including Elevators, Fire Safety, Security, HVAC and Accessibility.”

By eliminating the stairs in a safety evacuation, OEO protocol addresses, in part, the needs of citizens covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act and their ability to easily exit a building in case of emergency. Prior to OEO, evacuation instructions implied that another able-bodied person—a good Samaritan or a first responder—would carry a disabled occupant to safety. Destination selection control systems are a technology advancing ADA compliance in vertical towers, says Popp. During standard building operation, destination control software will generally assign the closest elevator to the destination registration kiosk and provide disabled persons with an elevator with enough “clear” floor area to accommodate them, as well as secondary visual or audible signals, says Popp—all factors that could contribute to a safe evacuation in the case of an emergency. “The key innovation is how we optimize the way destination dispatch can be seamlessly integrated into more types of buildings and systems,” says Jeff Blain, Schindler elevator manager destination products. The company has begun to partner with the Independent Living Resource Center in San Francisco to take a deeper look at the building access needs of people with disabilities, says Blain. PORT’s algorithm can identify passengers along with their unique needs such as allowing more time to access an elevator, providing more room in a cab for wheelchair passengers, or giving audible cues for the sight impaired; and this is just a start, says Blain. “We need to continue to push the boundaries of how destination dispatch has traditionally been used.”

ACCESSIBILITY PATROL The independent living resource center in San Francisco (ILRCSF) will pilot the next generation of Schindler PORT technology. ILRCSF advocacy and support organization works to ensure that people with disabilities are full social and economic partners within their communities and will use its new headquarters at 825 Howard St. to provide real-time insight into the capabilities of the latest PORT technology terminals to provide access control and other personalized features for users with disabilities.

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UNCONVENTIONAL MOVING WALKWAY The ACCEL passenger walkway appears similar to a conventional moving walkway; however, it is based on linear motor technology and the Maglev technology of Transrapid magnetic trains, which silently and smoothly accelerates up to 344 km/hour. Passengers enter the ACCEL starting at a normal walking speed, accelerate smoothly up to 2 m/s (7.2 km/h), and then decelerate back to normal walking speeds before exiting. ACCEL is composed of a band of pallets built in an overlapping fashion. The pallets expand three times their original size as the moving walkway speed increases before coming together again near the exit.

ThyssenKrupp has experience with two (Turbo Track) accelerating moving walk systems at Pearson Int’l Airport in Toronto, where it has operated since 2007.

PRODUCT SPECS Product: ACCEL Speed: 2 m/sec Capacity: 7300 passengers/hour/direction Length: 100-500 m Width: 2,400 mm Width for a two-way: 4,800 mm Construction depth: 1 m

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THE RIGHT QUESTIONS Schindler Plan guides architects toward the right product and makes sure that fi rms are working with proper shape and size representations of the elevators during the design development phase. Based on ten questions about the building, the guide suggests the appropriate elevator options for the project, and delivers downloadable objects for the elevators that architects will be fitting into a building’s fl oor plate— immediately available to import directly into drawings from Schindler Plan. This app applies to new buildings and not retrofits, as elevator renovation projects in existing buildings involve more variables than can be addressed by a consultation based on ten questions.

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Getting There: Half the Battle Pedestrians commuting to work in urban cores of the world’s most international cities cannot all live there. One economic solution to affordable housing and the need for increased public transportation is to increase the capacity of existing public transit infrastructure by drawing more users from farther reaches. A significant technology breakthrough on this front is ThyssenKrupp’s ACCEL Technology, says Lerch Bates’ senior vice president international, Jay Popp. This new high-speed passenger transportation system is like the “bullet train” of people movers. ThyssenKrupp envisions ACCEL as an opportunity to serve the projected growth of urban populations fi nding their livelihoods in cities. The no-wait system does not require entry barriers and may accommodate 7300 passengers per hour per direction. Strategic planning with ACCEL passenger transports can transform a city’s mass transit by shortening a commuter’s distance from a metro, attracting up to 30% additional passengers.

PERSONAL SECURITY PORTAL Instead of waving a little key fob at a door monitor, forget your security pass altogether, with Schindler’s myPORT smartphone app. The app grants building occupants appropriate building access through their mobile phone. Occupants can use myPORT to open doors and order elevators. Based on an e-banking level system, myPORT uses a combination of timing, building topology and multiple data channels to ensure that the smartphone user is authorized to access the building. myPORT may grant visitors temporary access with a boarding pass-like link containing a unique video code.

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Why retrofit to LED? Let’s get past assumptions and down to cases.

By Stan Walerczyk, CLEP, HCLP, LC, contributing writer

Considering the jump to LED in your client’s place of work? The good- and bad-news is that there have never been so many ways to retrofit or replace existing fluorescent troffers. Options include LED T8s or “TLEDs;” lightbars; LED retrofit troffer kits; new LED troffers; or new suspended indirect/ direct LED fixtures. That said, there is no absolute

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right answer as to which option is best, and a client’s choice might be as simple as preference, including how much the client wants to spend. One very good reason to make the switch is that your client’s existing troffers have clear prismatic lenses or parabolic louvers. The latter should always be removed—besides offering low fixture efficiency, they

create a cave effect on ceilings and upper walls, not to mention insufficient vertical light levels and a general overhead glare. Another reason to consider retrofitting withLEDs right now is that many utilities and organizations provide higher rebates for LED products. For me, an enticing reason to retrofit with LEDs is this fact: New California

Title 24 requirements are not triggered if fixtures are retrofitted with reducedwattage T8s or TLEDs, as long as existing ballasts are kept. This saves a lot of time and money by avoiding the complex permit process, having to measure each room for watts per sq. ft., and certifying a lighting controls acceptance test. Let’s take a look at each option.

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LED Lightbars This solution is usually significantly better than LED T8s (which I’ll discuss to conclude this article). Located higher in the fixture, they provide more downward sidelight, and do not require the use of the existing fluorescent lamp holders. Cost is about the same as TLEDs, including parts and labor, when new electronic ballasts are included. They’ll often also save at least 20% more wattage than the best fluorescent. If the decision is to go with LED, lightbars can be very good for retrofitting strips, hooded industrials, sealtites and wraps, and they can be okay in lensed troffers, but are not recommended in parabolic troffers if the parabolic louvers are kept. It may be good to check if installing self-tapping screws will cause any UL or other problems as far as preserving a warranty.

LED Troffer Kit Examples PRODUCT SPECS Product: TKL Conversion Kit Stats: Designed for quick, easy installation, the Precision Paragon LED retrofit kit delivers up to 124 LPW and can offer energy savings of up to 60%.

LED Lightbar Examples

• LED Living Technology Claris • RedBird Cardinal Stripit Kits: 100,000 hour rating and 10-year warranty

• Envirobrite • Harris Lighting • LG • Lithonia

• Cree UR: Magnets are used to help installation, but screws still necessary • Digital Lighting Linea-LED: 100,000 hour rating and 10-year warranty

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PRODUCT SPECS Product: 2 × 4 Frost Stats: Featuring an LPW of 130, it comes with lumen packages of 3300, 4400 or 6000 at wattages of 26, 34 or 48.

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PRODUCT SPECS Product: RTR24 Stats: Envirobrite and many others offer LED lightbars attached to reflectors. Lightbars can be installed on the angled sides for a good batwing distribution.

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Lumen depreciation is an important issue. Most LEDs are based on a life of L70, but L90 for interior products better mimics the performance of fluorescents.

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LED Troffer Kits These hardwired kits have their own lenses, and can often be the best option, because these kits usually produce the highest LPW. Also, the same lighting distribution and light output exist no matter which fixtures they are installed in; they often have the best appearance. Parts cost may range between $100 and $150 depending on project size, number of LEDs, etc. These kits can often save 20% to 33% more wattage than the best fluorescent. Kits with at least somewhat of a batwing distribution can be helpful. Most manufacturers include quick install brackets, allowing installation in fi ve minutes in most troffers. Some kits install quicker in some troffers than others, so on a decent-sized project, it may be good to get sample troffer kits from several manufacturers. Often labor time is less installing LED troffer kits and retrofitting with fl uorescent lamps and ballasts, especially if refl ectors or upscale kits are included with fl uorescent. Some manufacturers (PlanLED) feature tunable troffer kits, meaning they can be dimmed, and the color of the white light can also be controlled (known as Kelvin changing). These latter capabilities are good for Human Centric Lighting, which can improve circadian rhythms, short- and long-term alertness, mood, visual acuity, sleep and performance/productivity. These tunable versions have about the same lumens, wattage, LPW, CRI, R9, rated life, warranty and cost as standard LED troffer kits, but controls add to the cost.

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New LED Troffers In most retrofits, LED troffer kits are often better than new LED troffers, especially in prevailing wage and union projects, where a higher hourly rate worker classification is required to install new fixtures. That being said, requirements in the Design Lights Consortium guidelines—a sort of de facto product energy certification—often make it more cost effective to replace existing 2 × 4 troffers with new 2 × 2 troffers, in instances of projects in nonprevailing wage and non-union jobs. The DLC requires a minimum of 3000 initial photopic lumens out of a 2 × 4 LED troffer or kit. In offices with good task lights, as well as in many halls and restrooms, that amount of light is overkill. DLC only requires 2000 out-of-fixture initial photopic lumens from 2 × 2 LED troffers and troffer kits—often a more optimal amount of light. So even if each existing 2 × 4 troffer has to be removed, and a new 2 × 2 LED troffer with new 2 × 2 T-bar ceiling tile has to be installed, the energy savings can sometimes make this cost effective. At least the Lighting Design Lab does not have lumen requirements, so 2000, and even lower lumen 2 × 4 LED troffer kits, can be installed at a fraction of the parts and labor cost of new 2 × 2 LED troffers with 2 × 2 ceiling tiles and qualify for rebates in the Northwest. An issue to be aware of is over lighting, which is important in placing LED troffer kits and new LED troffers. If you walk through most office buildings across North America, you will probably see one or more fluorescent lamps twisted out of lamp holders or totally removed from troffers, particularly where people are doing mainly computer tasks; additionally, computer screens are self illuminated, so ambient lighting can often translate to glare on screens. For example, a relatively young office worker doing mainly computer work may only want one fluorescent lamp working in the troffer above his or her work station, while an older worker in the next work station doing more paper tasks may want all three lamps working. At least two LED troffer and troffer kit companies are working on an easily accessible two- or three-level switch in the bottom of the troffers or kits. Cree’s SmartCast Technology and Philips Space Wise are examples of fixtures that have a receiver in each troffer or kit matched to a TV-style remote, which can be aimed at individual unit, allowing each individual to easily adjust light levels.

LED T8s Last, and appropriately, least, are TLEDs. Beyond the alternatives already discussed, high performance fluorescent T8 lamps, especially extra-long life ones, and ballasts can be a better option, especially when you include delamping, cost and end-of-rated life lumens. It is my understanding that the main reason for the big push toward LED T8s by the likes of DOE, is that fluorescent T8s and electronic ballasts in the Asian Pacific Rim are so much worse than high performance options in North America—that the LED T8s are a good replacement there, but not here.

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PRODUCT SPECS Product: Smartcast Stats: Wirelessly controlled with a remote, the LED luminaires automatically learn, calibrate and group, minimizing setup time.

SIMPLE SOLUTION The system integrates built-in ambient light and motion sensors to achieve greater energy savings with less commissioning.

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Why? A general lesson that the lighting industry is learning is that LED products should be designed for size, optical properties and thermal management. Cramming LEDs—and often also drivers—into 1-in. diameter tubes can be a step backward. Additionally, if you’re installing LED T8s in parabolic troffers while keeping parabolic louvers, it makes these troffers worse than with fluorescents, because with no uplight, the top of the fixtures really look ugly. There are numerous types of LED T8s, including those with integral drivers and remote drivers. There are many safety and other concerns with most or all of these, which would take too long to discuss here. I simply have

not found a good reason to recommend LED T8s. But if you do, you are probably better with ones that have white, frosted or etched lenses, which reduce glare and can improve optics, even if the lumens and LPW are slightly reduced. The only minor reason to consider TLEDs is a loophole in Title 24. If LED T8s with their own drivers or new electronic ballasts are used, wattage is based on lowest available fluorescent T8 lamp and ballast wattage. For example, if three LED T8s are used, even if the wattage is 48, 59W will have to be used, because that is the wattage of three 25W fluorescent F32T8s and low BF ballast. Does that make sense?

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Suspended Indirect/Direct LED Fixtures Although there are some very good fluorescent-replacement suspended indirect/ direct LED fixtures, a general rule of thumb is get new LED versions. Suspended indirect/direct fixtures usually provide a better qualify of light than troffers, because the ceiling is brighter and the entire space is more uniformly lit. Often people prefer lower light levels on desks with these fixtures than with troffers. In fact, one 8 ft. fixture can usually replace at least two troffers, and often up to four. One of my favorites is the Finelite LED Series 16 with independent dimming control of up light and down light. It may be too expensive for most general office applications at this time, but may be very good for conference rooms and upper management offices. In Europe, Osram has developed some very nice tunable suspended luminaires with independent dimming and Kelvin control for up and down light. Typically uplight is a higher Kelvin temperature, and brighter to mimic when you stand outside during the day. Hopefully these will become available in North America. At least PlanLED is considering developing something similar.

PRODUCT SPECS Product: Series 16 Specs: A suspended direct/indirect fixture, it features an excellent batwing distribution; its efficiency is 112.7 LPW.

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High CCTs in offices are a good thing. Over the last 15 years 90% of my troffer retrofit projects have involved a light source that’s 5000K or higher.

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PRODUCT SPECS Product: Quadrature 2 LED Stats: This extremely flat CAT luminaire is Kelvin tunable; its design reduces glare even directly below the fixture.

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LED BOTTOM LINE Maintenance and productivity are the most important criteria to consider vs. outright cost or watts/sq. ft. Think of it this way—if a $50,000 annual salaried offi ce worker is more effi cient just a few minutes per day—say 1% of an eight-hour shift—this equals a $500 benefit per worker, year after year— and we haven’t even discussed color tuning and the benefits of human-centric lighting strategies.

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CHECKING INTO HOSPITALITY The design of a hotel is a guest-driven process, from the feel-good ambience to the anticipation of a good night’s sleep. Behind the scenes, it’s about balancing the interests of developer, operator and local stakeholder.

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Hospitality is a distinctive service industry where the one-on-one relationship with a guest is a 24/7 on-going performance evaluation. For management of the hotel, inn, or resort, the focus is on maximizing the profit from maintaining a successful ratio of positive, personalized guest interactions. Designers for the hospitality market create singular solutions for spaces ranging in size from the world-class hotels in major cities to charming country inns and getaway boutique resorts. In describing their design and planning services for the hospitality industry, three of the largest U.S. providers—Gensler, Callison and RTKL— emphasize that, for hospitality, design is a business strategy. Some of their recommendations include the following: u Maintain the brand identity while representing the owner’s interest. This approach applies to individual establishments as well as to operators of multiple facilities located in the U.S. and overseas. u Inherent in hospitality design is innovating for people—guests, employees, and visitors on one hand and the developer, operator and local stakeholder interests on the other. u Hospitality brand managers know that guests will engage with them electronically before they arrive. Travel trends, such as vacationing with an extended family, must be addressed. u Where applicable, hotels are integrating local culture into the interior design and inviting the community in for dining and the use of meeting and event rooms. u Consumer awareness of healthy living is prompting updated menus in dining rooms, well-equipped fitness areas, and luxurious spa environments.

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For hospitality decision makers, cost control and operational savings rank side-by-side in importance with providing benefits to guests and local communities. For instance, Ken Bruns, global product manager for Lumenpulse, helps hospitality managers understand how LED fixtures and controls can cover both concerns. “The objective is to tell the story of how they can get the jump on energy savings by integrating a control system customized for their facilities,“ Bruns says. Management is often open to installing cost-saving sensors triggered by time settings or user motion; and Bruns has noted interest in the U.S. for more sophisticated guest room lighting controls—such as those that promise calming or energizing effects—already gaining use in overseas hotels.

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Hospitality construction is booming, with nearly 3,000 hospitality construction projects active in 2014, up 16% from 2013, according to a survey conducted by research firm STR. Growth is seen in major markets and moving into secondary markets in the Americas and Europe. In many cases, projects are being shaped not only by economic trends but by programs to attract Millennials, the 75.3-million market of consumers born after 1980, now 18-34 years old. Millennials want greenness, wellness and distinctiveness in their choice of a place to stay. The need to stay competitive is driving renovations, with an estimated one in five existing properties getting an upgrade. Industry observers point out that, because the hotel renovation cycle was disrupted by the 2008 financial crash, a crush of renovations is taking place now. Analysts note that the traveling public is increasingly willing to pay for visual and amenity experiences that are more appealing than yet another night in a generic property. Building a stand-alone new hotel in the downtown of an already builtup major city is often a waiting game for developers until land is freed up. In Manhattan, the popularity of the High Line gave rise to The Standard, which straddles the High Line to become the hotel of choice for the inter-

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national ultra-hip set. Or, the hotel can become part of a multi-use tower, as is the case for the Fairmount Hotel in Philadelphia, vacating its familiar Benjamin Parkway site to occupy a group of floors in Comcast Tower No. 2 now under construction. The Yotel chain, which operates a Manhattan site, announced that its new multi-story Yotel In the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn will have vertical gardens on the top floors. New faĂ§ade lighting and an attractive entrance canopy can also boost a hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popularity. The Latham in Philadelphia, Radisson Blu in Minneapolis, and the Yotel and Waldorf-Astoria in Manhattan are examples. In Beverly Hills, the Andaz chain invested in a total interior renovation and a new exterior entry when taking over an existing hotel; its new two-part entrance structure features a double nesting transparent entry, with an adjacent kinetic suspended color installation. Ultra high-end luxury resorts like Yanqi Lake Sunrise Kempinski Hotel and the Hotel Novi & Spa in Novi Vinodolski, Croatia, lure top-tier guests with extreme exterior architecture. The Sunrise Kempinski is a glistening shape that looks as if it was fabricated on another planet and deposited by a space craft; Hotel Novi & Spa is like a transparent jewel, refl ected in outdoor and indoor pools.

SUNRISE KEMPINSKI HOTEL, CHINA Sunrise Kempinski Hotel on Yanqi Lake offers 306 rooms and suites, nine restaurants and bars, a spa, meeting facilities and a grand ballroom, as well as magnificent views of Yanshan Mountain. Architect: Shanghai Huadu Architect Design Co.

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WALDORF ASTORIA, NEW YORK The hotel needed approval from NYC’s Landmarks Preservation Commission to create this new canopy on the Park Avenue entrance. Designed by BBG-BBGM, the design features three separate overhangs made of metal and glass (replacing a single canopy anchored by four tie-backs) and modern, recessed lighting, the latter designed by Cooley Monato Studio. Photo: Michael Weber

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MILLENNIAL MILIEU For its flagship U.S. location, the Yotel chain chose Manhattan near the theater district. The Rockwell Group collaborated with Softroom for a colorful design to appeal to the hip, savvy traveler. The LED outline of the facade appears throughout the interior. Photo: Rockwell Group

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ANDAZ MAUI AT WAILEA RESORT MAUI, HAWAII The lobby features a soaring ceiling for an airy, upscale vibe. Andaz hotels eschew formal check-in desks; instead, hosts with iPads can check in guests from anywhere in the comfortable lobby. Architect: Rockwell Group Lighting: Focus Lighting Photo: Doug Salin

The lobby has become an epicenter of social and business interaction. Hoteliers have responded by providing multifunctional spaces offering both comfort and functionality, creating the perfect spot to conduct business, network, or meet friends for conversation.

WALDORF ASTORIA, NEW YORK CITY Views of the upgraded design for the Park Avenue entrance of the historic hotel. LED lighting has helped modernize the lobby of this landmark New York City institution. Architect: BBG-BBGM Lighting: Cooley Monato Photo: Michael Weber

MARIOTT DOWNTOWN QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC Created by Camdi Design, this custom chandelier features sparkling crystal beads strung on an array of thin cables, and is a showpiece of the lobby. Interiors: Camdi Design Photo: Peter Ford

Lobbies and Public Spaces In the past, hotel lobbies served the function of checking in guests at the reception counter. Seating areas were few, typically arranged around a coffee table. Today, there is increased importance on the visual impact of entrance lobbies as a setting for social encounters. The lobby has become an epicenter of social and business life. Hoteliers have responded to the surge in business travel by providing multifunctional spaces offering both comfort and functionality, making the hotel lobby

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a great place to conduct business, network, or meet with friends. Lobby layouts segment intimate and social zones, with furnishings supporting the concept with style and functionality. Tables for laptops and charging stations with multiple outlets serve users of mobile devices. Tables with seating for small groups of six or eight turn the lobby into a multi-use space. Chandeliers and oversize lighting fixtures provide important illumination design elements.

Hotels are becoming increasingly creative in utilizing lobby space as a business development tool. At London’s Cumberland Hotel, the lobby is also used as an art gallery, attracting guests and locals alike. Lighting for the Waldorf Astoria lobby—recognized as one of the world’s best—was recently upgraded to an LED system. For the Andaz in Maui, a soaring vaulted ceiling affirms the facility’s preeminent place among the island’s newer resort hotels.

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ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS At the W Hotel in New Orleans, various room styles are designated not by size or traditional category but with terms including “Wonderful,” “Spectacular," and “Fabulous” (shown here.) Design styles incorporate jazz and tarot motifs.

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Project: W Hotel - French Quarter Location: New Orleans Architect: Nemaworkshop Client: Starwood Hotels Photos: Vincent Chih Chieh Chin

YOTEL NEW YORK Yotel New York at Times Square West offers a range of rooms—or “cabins”—that include VIP Terrace Suites with king-sized round beds and sliding floor-to-ceiling doors on all sides that lead to a terrace and outdoor tub.

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Guest Rooms Major brands are responding to environments that guests want now and in the future. Room layouts, bathrooms, and interior design styles are being developed to target customer bases and changes in technology. At some hotels, the fashionable décor starts at the corridors on the guest floors—such as those at the Hotel Emotion in Estérel, Quebec, where illuminated wall panels add dimension and color for an unanticipated art-gallery-like experience. Hotel furniture is now designed not only to look luxurious but to feel luxurious and comfortable. Creative recycling and sustainability are encouraged. Softy curved lines, organic shapes, and color schemes with ethnic or dramatic accents are factors in creating a room’s personality. Original contemporary art works support the trend to personalization of guest room spaces. Conversation areas in guest rooms have returned, made inviting as in a modern upholstered mode at the Hotel Emotion. Even guests whose tastes run to Early American or

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Mid-century Modern for their own bedroom decorating style will appreciate the fun and upbeat character of the décor at the W Hotel in New Orleans, or the rounded contours of the beds at the Radisson Blu in Minneapolis and the Yotel in New York. Lighting design that adds dimension to the sleeping area with built-in wall sconces and concealed lighting that frames the artwork and headboard at the Yotel are elements that contribute to the memorable qualities of contemporary style and brand status to the guest. Bathrooms, particularly in resort hotels, take on a luxury portrait of materials in a dramatic setting, with waterfall showers, oversize bathtubs, his-and-hers sinks, and sure-to-flatter lighting. With the hospitality industry implementing serious efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, programmed light shutoffs for guest rooms are becoming more common additions to a structure’s automated systems.

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Paper Towels Have Checked Out XLERATOR was identified as an eco-friendly opportunity to reduce costs and divert waste at the Fairmont Hotel in Chicago. The XLERATOR helps hotels around the world save time and money while also improving the guest experience. Make the change to XLERATOR in your restrooms.

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TANZIBAR, ASPERS CASINO WESTFIELD, ENGLAND Tanzibar in the Aspers Casino Westfield complex near London's Olympic Park features custom chandeliers that are almost sculptural in nature. They were manufactured by ALM Architectural Lighting, and are now offered as part of the company's "rings" collection.

Hotels have recruited top level chefs and design teams to turn once dated, ordinary-looking dining rooms into lively destinations designed to rival the interiors and cuisine of their areas’ highest-rated restaurants.

COLLINS BAR, HILTON ADELAIDE HOTEL, AUSTRALIA With its downtown location, the Collins Bar at the Hilton Adelaide Hotel in Australia, is known for its wide selection of cocktails served in a monochromatic setting. Overhead, a free-form LED chandelier fabricated of folded glass blades is a single dramatic design element. Lighting: PointOfView

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A planning template for a hotel restaurant’s front-ofthe-house spatial needs has six basic activity areas: main dining room; private dining room(s); bar area; entry and waiting area; patio dining area; and server stations. Dining room and bar decor atmosphere should have a family resemblance to the themed and public spaces of the new hotel property or an extensively renovated existing facility. Grand hotels with full dining facilities have implemented promotional and operational programs to reverse the belief that it is highly uncool for guests and locals to patronize the hotel’s restaurant, especially for dinner. Hotels have recruited top-level chefs and design teams

to turn once-dated and ordinary-looking dining rooms into lively destinations designed to rival the interiors and cuisine of their area’s highest-rated restaurants. At the Andaz in Beverly Hills, diners seated at glass-topped tables that softly refl ect the overhead lighting have clear views into the activities taking place in the food preparation space, giving them a window into the art of cooking. For those who want a more intimate dining environment, a space defi ned by fl oor-to-ceiling sheer curtains visually anchors the setting without the use of opaque dividers. A sculptural overhead light fixture is fashioned of slender back metal rods

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and exposed lamps. The indoor/outdoor restaurant facility, where diners can be accommodated on terraces adjacent to the main dining room, is an asset to a hotel when the weather will permit. At the historic Blue Bell Inn near Philadelphia, the charm of the traditional interior is extended to the garden dining area. At the Mondrian in Miami, the interior designer’s signature style of mixing various furnishings periods and styles is carried to the out-of-doors lounge and restaurant. Inside, a setting for a dinner event is adjacent to the lobby, close to the black filigree metal curving stairway, and positioned beneath a pair of bell-shape lighting fixtures.

At the Mondrian in Miami, the objective in this South Beach establishment was to create a destination with a fantasy-like environment, employing creative combinations of materials and scale. Hanging lighting fixtures for the courtyard lounge area are oversized versions of illuminated incandescent lamp filaments. Design: Marcel Wanders Lighting: Focus Lighting Photo: Courtesy, Morgans Hotel Group

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This luxurious resort is located in Novi Vinodolski, Croatia, with the Adriatic Sea nearby. Guests can choose from 465 rooms suites and apartments,15 restaurants, bars and lounges, and a 145,000-sq.-ft. indoor-outdoor beachfront spa. The enclosed hallway that connects the hotel and spa becomes a lively illuminated environment with continuous color-changing and shape transformation on walls and ceiling.

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Day/night clubs help hotels produce more revenue from the same space. An example: a daytime spa with a pool becomes a club in the evening with a bar and music venue.

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RITZ MANAMA A major renovation of this destination in Manama, Bahrain, created the glass-enclosed new pool bar and bistro as a main feature. Lighting, by Switch, is integrated into the floating wood roof. Architect: MAS Mardi Photos: Courtesy, MAS Mardi

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THAT WORKS Panelized systems designed for precise integration in off-site assembly with third-party glazing frames.

Airolite’s “look that works” masterfully balances form and function for projects of all types. Acoustic, sightproof, combination or Storm Class — louvers can be specified to meet any airflow, security, sound or water penetration requirement. Architectural or functional, and To view the case study, scan 2D code with your smart phone.

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ALL-IN-ONE A perfect complement to a high-end restroom, the AER-DEC Integrated Sink by Sloan integrates a soap dispenser, faucet, hand dryer and sink basin all in one. The system puts everything within arm’s reach and lends a clean, spacious look to the powder room.

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Azon Saves Energy A CURVALICIOUS CASINO Designers with Tulsa-based Selser Schaefer Architects say their plans for the Ramona Casino in Ramona, Okla., were based on the fluidity of oil—the city was the site of Oklahoma’s first commercial oil well. Metal panels in multiple shades of red wrap the building in a design that required close collaboration between the architects and installers from Tulsa-based ABBCO Roofing.

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Daylighting systems produced with Azon structural thermal barrier technologies—the MLP™ or Dual Cavity—for aluminum windows along with high performance glazing components for insulating glass, will yield a fenestration system capable of upholding the highest efficiency and sustainability standards.

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Catalysts for Concentration This year’s NeoCon crystallized the idea that spaces should be designed the way our brains work. Three major themes emerged: 1. Concentration is a Commodity: In this world of constant distraction, the fact that anyone can focus long enough to accomplish a clear thought—let alone a scientific break-through— is astonishing. Contract furnishings offer solutions that provide uber-comfortable, semi-private niches that grant acoustic and visual relief to promote flow. 2. Thinking on Your Feet: “It turns out that moving our muscles produces proteins that travel through the bloodstream and into the brain where they play pivotal roles in the mechanisms of our highest thought processes,” says John J. Ratey in Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain. Muscle movement and physical activity are imperative to learning and embodying ideas. Products include white boards, height-adjustable workstations and furnishings with built-in alarms that nudge people to regularly shift into an engaged posture. 3. Impermanence is the Norm: Rearranging classroom, lounge or office furniture in response to new working groups or tasks is both necessary and engaging. Adaptable, modular solutions enable control and flexibility. Designing around the way our brains work might seem like a primitive approach, but the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture believes in “neuroarchitecture:” the idea that neuroscience applied in the design world can help people to think, learn and heal better in the built environment. Visit/follow: www.anfarch.org, @anfarch

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VENT-O-MATIC GLASSvent (Ultra Thermal) Windows have a visually concealed vent designed for seamless integration with the framing system. They’re an ideal solution for architects and designers who want to provide fresh-air ventilation without sacrificing thermal performance in curtain wall or storefront applications.

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ONE-CLIP SOLUTION The Ultimate Clip System simplifies detailing and makes it easier to select the right hardware, ensuring successful installations on the job site. They now offer a higher wind rating with a maximum standoff of 10mm for additional drainage and drying.

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METAMORPHOSIS Described as “turning organic forms into geometric shapes and back again,” Métamorphose begins as a cylindrical piece, rises into a subtly square-shaped faucet and returns to a round shaped opening where the water flows out. Métamorphose is designed in partnership with Studio Putman.

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PROBLEM SOLVER Puzzle is a luminaire collection consisting of a combination of fl at squares and rectangles in white metal, and is designed for indirect lighting. The 17W LED chips are slim, dimmable and powerful.

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PITH + MARROW Bendheim’s new Oberon architectural decorative glass features a dual-sided, acid-etched design inspired by micro-bone structures and natural biomorphic forms. The Etched Elements Collection’s architectural glass is a substantial ½-in. thickness.

GLASS 2 × 4 Winner of a Best of NeoCon Award (Architectural & Decorative Glass), cast-glass Plank mimics an authentic wood grain species with the beauty of translucency. It can be tempered, laminated or colored for applications in indoor and outdoor environments.

WIRELESS LIGHTING MANAGEMENT Armstrong and Ideal Industries will market a commercial lighting system that combines Armstrong’s low voltage DC FlexZone ceiling suspension system with Ideal’s new Audacy wireless energy management technology to lower customer energy use.

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007’S PREFERRED PENDANT As daylighting and integrated photo sensors frequently leave lights off or mostly dimmed, it is important to have luminaires that maintain an attractive appearance whether lit or turned off. These Skyfall Italian glass pendants are elegant blown Murano glass works of art. Available in clear or copper glass in 8-in. diameter or 12-in. diameter sizes. Suspension wire up to 98 in. allows for dramatic clusters of varying lengths.

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COLORED TO CAMOUFLAGE Polycarbonate bird-control spikes now can be ordered in seven standard colors—and customfabricated to match most paint colors—so they’ll blend into rooflines and parapets. Assembled into 2-ft. sections, the spikes can be ordered in three widths that are flexible enough to follow curved surfaces.

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WITH US, THE IDEA OF A LIFETIME GUARANTEE REALLY MEANS SOMETHING. NATION’S LARGEST CHILDRENS’ HOSPITAL The largest pediatric hospital in the nation—the 8-story, 330,000 sq.-ft. Seattle Children’s Hospital Forest Zone—is clad in Guardian SunGuard SuperNeutral 54 glazing that delivers daylit interiors and outdoor views. With a visible light transmission of 54% and a solar heat gain coefficient of 0.28, the high-performance glazing helped ZGF Architects achieve LEED Gold certification.

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PROUDLY OFFERING A NO-EXCUSES, LIFETIME GUARANTEE EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH SIGN AND DESIGN PROFESSIONALS FOR OVER 50 YEARS. STRETCH FORMING Thanks to Linetec’s Stretch Forming service, metal building components can be curved and finished all in one location. From half-circles to eyebrows to Gothic arches, Linetec also offers annealing and tempering to both soften and harden the aluminum pieces.

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LOW-FLOW A GO-GO Complementing Sloan’s 1.28 gallons per flush toilet systems, the company introduces a new 1.1 gpf model, combining vitreous china with a manual or sensor-operated flushometer. Offering 31% less water use than the 1.6 gpf EPA standard, Sloan’s new models can help achieve LEED credits for water use reduction.

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A new 1.1 gpf toilet offers 31% less water use than the 1.6 gpf EPA standard

GOOD BONES TURN DUCTWORK INTO ARTWORK DuctSox with SkeleCore Technology is the SLIDERS PEMKO stainless steel sliding track hardware system provides a stylish and modern way to hang sliding glass or wood doors.

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standard for Fabric Ductwork & Diffuser Products. Whether it is the FTS or Pull-Tight system, SkeleCore tensions and supports the fabric—meaning no noise, no sagging, and no wrinkles. With SkeleCore, you also enjoy the traditional benefits of fabric ductwork, including better air dispersion and lower overall cost than metal ductwork. • With “Good Bones,” you can’t go wrong. Choose wisely, choose SkeleCore. • Don’t forget to check out our FREE Continuing Education Course. Fabric Ductwork: The Metal Alternative Find the link on our homepage. Circle 69 REDEFINING AIR DISPERSION • DUCTSOX.COM/GOODBONES • 1-877-600-3760

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Fire-Rated Aluminum Window And Door Systems For beauty, the best in safety and design flexibility look to Aluflam. Built to blend effortlessly with non-rated storefront and curtain wall systems, our virtually limitless portfolio includes true extruded aluminum vision doors, windows and glazed walls fire-rated for up to 120 minutes. You’ll see why we’ve become the favorite of architects and installers alike. Aluflam gives you a barrier to fire, not inspiration.

UPSCALE STONE Perfect for both interior and exterior applications, Hillcrest Stone Thin Veneer has a tight dimensional tolerance and doesn’t require a footing, making installation fast and easy. With color integrated throughout each unit and a texture that emulates the look and feel of natural stone, it provides an upscale appearance while minimizing cost.

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A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT A river’s boulders, slabs and rocks have inspired the latest porcelain tile series from Mediterranea: River Rock. Using Dynamic HD Imaging design technology, River Rock features rich natural hues from America’s heartland. River Rock comes in four distinct colors—Sand, Pebble, Oyster and Forest. Tiles are available in a full complement of sizes to suit any design and the line includes mosaic and bullnose options.

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LINEAR LINES PlanarMacro and MacroPlus Linear Metal Ceilings provide ceilings with continuous lines in a variety of styles and finishes. Panels are available in three widths in painted, wood-look and metal finishes. Spaces between the panels may be left open for acoustical or air movement requirements, or closed with either separate filler strips (PlanarMacro) or integral filler strips (MacroPlus); they may also be perforated for increased acoustical performance. The panels may be used on exterior and interior applications, giving designers options for creating visual design continuity.

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NEW LED Lighting You work hard to create inspiring designs that your customers will love; we can help make it a little easier. Our new LED Lighting Kits help create the perfect ambience for outdoor spaces. These high CRI, weatherproof LED lights integrate into the top and bottom rails of our DesignRail® railing systems with a specially designed snap-in lens that A NEW CLASS OF INSULATION Platinum graphite polystyrene (GPS) insulation is a new class of insulation made with BASF’s Neopor, a rigid foam that integrates high-purity graphite into the polymer matrix. The result is insulation with insulating R-values that increase as the temperature decreases. The new insulation is available in a range of options, including InsulWall Platinum (un-faced) and R-Tech Platinum (faced). The family of products provides insulation suitable for a range of residential and commercial wall applications, including wall sheathing systems, continuous insulation, EIFS and stucco systems retrofit/remodel and structural insulated panels (SIPs).

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SPLASH AND SUN MGS turns the outdoor shower into a design statement by combining Swiss engineering with Italian design to produce trendy, yet sturdy, solid stainless steel outdoor models. Pictured here, the CB406 features two columns with slanted handles connected by a steel bridge that supports a curved spout.

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DURABLE DUCT BlueDuct is the only proven, direct-burial underground duct system made from ultra-durable, advanced HDPE (high-density polyethylene). The system is engineered to protect against corrosion, mold and mildew, radon, rust, water and air leaks. It requires no insulation, can be used with drain tile or cement trench structures and contains no PVC coating or VOCs.

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ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GOT CURVES The uniquely contoured AXA series of suspended luminaires is offered with either slotted or dotpatterned uplight designsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; and with a closed top for downlight-only operation. Available in 4- and 8-ft. lengths, with LED or fluorescent lamping, the fixtures can be specified in any of six standard colors or in a custom hue.

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A FLOOD OF SAVINGS The 85W and 250W Night Falcon flood fixtures use LEDs to replace 250W and 400W metal halide fixtures—with optics that can reduce the number of required fixtures. Additionally, polemounted units can be fitted with an optional sensor to dim light output when no activity is detected.

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Cabinet and top finishes—in 51 matching colors—use wood tops under the glass top to match the thickness of the side panel.

ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK The Hastings Tile & Bath Made vanity—now available in trendy orange—features a thick top and sides that converge at mitered corners and join seamlessly with aluminum trim. Available in a number of configurations, the vanity can also be specified with inner cabinet LED lighting and compartment container accessories.

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NuLeather is made from high-quality polycarbonate resins to emulate real leather’s soft hand and appearance.

FAB FAUX The look and feel of NuLeather features the soft hand and appearance of authentic leather grain, yet stands up to hightraffic environments. Engineered with high-quality polycarbonate resins, NuLeather is antibacterial, mildew resistant, and exceptionally stain-resistant.

BENTWOOD SEATING A sleek yet classic take on auditorium seating comes in the form of Monolito Plus swing-out seating. It features options for tables on flat, sloped, or tiered floors; in straight or curved rows; and includes choices of trim, material, color and integrated power options.

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GREEN UNDERFOOT Made with 13% post-consumer recycled content and 31% pre-consumer recycled content, Mimic Tile carpet by Shaw Contract Group is ideal for healthcare spaces. Green Label Plus certified, the carpet is shown here in the common areas at the Methodist Women’s Hospital in Omaha, Neb.—as specified by Princeton, New Jersey-based HDR Architecture Assocs.

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WATCHING THE VANITY This is multi-tasking at its best! Electric Mirror’s innovative vanity/entertainment system takes a mirrored medicine cabinet and incorporates HDTV, audio, LED lighting and a mirror defogger right into the unit.

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HDTV brings a new view to the bathroom vanity mirror. LIGHT ONLY WHEN YOU NEED IT Commercial stairwells, garages and restrooms often are lit 24 hours a day, despite their infrequent use, a situation developers of the new SL luminaire series hope to change. In 1-, 2- and 4-ft. lengths, the LED fixtures can be fitted with integrated occupancy sensors and battery backup and can be installed using existing connections.

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new & improved DESERT BLUE Lending Las Vegas’ new 19-story Wyndham Desert Blue time-share tower a rich blue tint is PPG’s Pacifica on Solarban z50 glazing. Designed by KGA Architecture, the upscale hospitality outfit recently opened its doors for business. Visit www.ppg. com or Circle 459

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WHAT’S NEW, BUENOS AIRES? Multistrato technology creates natural shading and veining that flows from piece to piece with Buenos Aires Mood porcelain stone tile. The tile is suitable for exterior paving applications with a textured finish, and can be used in exterior walls in polished and unpolished finishes.

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GLASSY-EYED Manufactured from 100% locally recycled material, these glass tiles are available in 13 different patterns, including a wide range of mosaics. With the online “Crush-It” tool, designers can create custom patterns—like the example shown here, incorporating rectangular-style hydrangea matte and island fl ower matte mosaics.

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Hospitality and entertainment spaces, as well as many other types of spaces, frequently feature exposed structure designs, meaning those that have no ceiling and reveal building service elements such as ductwork and piping directly overhead. Spaces of this type often develop acoustical problems due to sound reflecting off the deck. As a result, they need some kind of sound absorbing elements to control excessive noise and reverberation. One way to address noise issues in exposed structure spaces is through the use of acoustical ceiling clouds and canopies, “free-floating” options that add sound absorption while still allowing for the exposed look. Other “free-floating” options include acoustical baffles and blades.

Wide Variety of Shapes Designed for use in new construction or retrofit, acoustical ceiling clouds are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Formations™ cloud systems from Armstrong, for example, are offered in squares and rectangles as well as circles and ovals. A Formations cloud system consists of acoustical ceiling panels and a kit containing all the pre-cut, ready-to-assemble suspension system and perimeter trim components required to create the cloud. SoundScapes® Shapes acoustical clouds and canopies, also from Armstrong, can be hung as individual units or grouped together to create unique visual configurations. They come with all hardware needed for installation and are offered in standard shapes ranging from squares, circles, and rectangles to hexagons, trapezoids, and convex or concave panels. Custom shapes are also available.

Absorb Sound on Two Surfaces Acoustically, both Formations and SoundScapes Shapes ceiling clouds and canopies provide greater sound absorption than a continuous ceiling of the same surface area because sound is absorbed on both the front and back surfaces of the cloud. Sound absorption provided by an acoustical ceiling cloud or canopy is measured in Sabins. The higher the Sabin, the better the cloud or canopy absorbs sound. Generally, reverberation time can be reduced nearly 50% with only 20% coverage of the available ceiling area. Regardless of which system is used, the installation of acoustical ceiling clouds and canopies in an exposed structure can significantly reduce noise and reverberation. For additional information on acoustical ceiling clouds and canopies, visit armstrong.com/cloudsandcanopies. Circle 83

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METAL MEETS ITS MATCH DecoMetal additions combine the durability of Formica laminate with on-trend metal colors and textures while retaining a high-level of durability. DecoMetal laminate brings luxury into today’s commercial interiors and is an economical and durable alternative to high-end metal surfaces. Suited for vertical applications, walls, retail fixtures, signage, exhibits and displays.

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REPEATABLE ACCURACY The GTx116-P+ is made for accurate and repeatable measurement in ducts and plenums. Ideal for outdoor air delivery monitoring and airflow tracking applications, it offers temperature and alarm capabilities, a range of zero to 5000 fpm, multiple connectivity options, 2% of reading sensor airflow accuracy and NIST-traceable calibration.

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WALK IT OFF Quadrus modular floor covering system protects against elements that pose safety hazards. Engineered for Zone 3 indoor entryway applications where moisture absorption is critical, Quadrus traps dirt and moisture, while allowing easy removal during maintenance. Quadrus and Quadrus Brush provide various levels of performance and scraping effects.

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SOUND ADVICE ON DRYWALL The SoundBook is a new publication that details 165 sound-rated assemblies for steel and wood stud construction and includes acoustical terms, concepts and proper installation methods. It is a companion to The Purple Book, which compiles technical details on the company’s Purple highperformance drywall products.

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STRAIGHT AS A LINE Named after the Italian word for “line,” the new Linea bathtub features clean lines, sharp corners and a flat-front skirt. With Jacuzzi’s SlimPro jets and overflow drain feature, the high-gloss acrylic design comes in white, oyster, almond and black.

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A MYTH’D OPPORTUNITY Named after the wife of the Greek god Zeus, the Hera sconce is styled from American art glass in patterns as mysterious and beautiful as its namesake. Shown here in “Inferno” glass, the luminaires can be ordered in any of a broad range of colors and patterns.

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multi-tasker In an age of multi-tasking it should come as no surprise that buildings on college campuses—especially smaller schools— reflect that societal trend and that architects are being asked to deliver facilities that can perform multiple functions. Additionally, these new structures must fit in aesthetically within their campus or community, and of course, do it within budget. Gaddy Hall at Monroe College in New Rochelle, N.Y., manages all these things, as Susan Doban, principal at Doban Architecture, executed a structure that houses the college’s school of business, offices, a dorm, a cafeteria and multiple indoor and outdoor common areas—and did it in 14 months. Open the gatefold for more…

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Critical Products + Materials

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Gaddy Hall Monroe College

Integrating campus living and learning by promoting interaction between students and staff with its communal spaces, Monroe College’s Gaddy Hall opened its doors to students in September 2014. Serving as a symbol of revitalization for New Rochelle, N.Y.’s downtown Main Street and a new heart of campus for the college, Gaddy Hall is just one of a trio of buildings constructed on the former site of local fixture Librett’s Hardware Store. Today, the six-story mixed-use facility, designed by Doban Architecture, is home to the college’s School of Business & Accounting and other campus staples, including a 300-bed dormitory, classrooms, offices, a 250-seat cafeteria and a multitude of indoor and outdoor common areas. Completed in only 14 months, Gaddy Hall is the consolidation of multiple satellite facilities into one central tower—a symbol of the school’s continued growth. “The building itself, both spatially and through selective material use, color and pattern creates rooms and common areas that are welcoming for students and faculty, yet highly functional from a programmatic standpoint.”

Ford Blue-colored spandrel glass is used in the building’s curtainwall as the face for non-vision areas between each of the six floors of Gaddy Hall. Doban chose blue to bring out the College’s colors—blue and yellow.

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Kawneer, 1600 wall system

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The tower’s brick was custom made by Glen-Gery Corp., just for Gaddy Hall. “We were trying to match neighboring Allison Hall. Working together with the Glen-Gery Corp., we created this custom brick color with a little bit of this and a little bit of that,” says Susan Doban, Principal, Doban Architecture.

The Kawneer 1600 wall systems curtainwall is ideal for low- to mid-rise applications and features optimal thermal performance, blast mitigation and hurricane resistance— perfect for a college campus.

Sto’s Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) provided the color, details and form Doban Architectural wanted for Gaddy Hall’s dorm tower, in both aesthetics and performance.

The small four-part windows on the dorm tower were chosen for their size and ability to provide necessary ventilation into the dorm rooms.

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Wall Panels

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Formica laminates were used throughout Gaddy Hall, including on the walls in the entryway, to create interesting visuals and shapes for each space. As shown here, both solid colors and patterned laminate can be mixed and matched to achieve any look—more than 100 colors available.

The background wall behind the laminate panels features Benjamin Moore’s color Clear Skies 2054-70.

Doban dreamed up the Hexagon lights that grace the top of the School of Business & Accounting and had her design studio—Think Fabricate—create them. “We made a platform from the Formica laminate and then attached an LED light fixture to it,” said Doban. “The hexagons lend a modern look to the space. We had specified some furniture and carpets with hexagons and decided that hexagon lighting would add a certain special look to the whole lobby.”

Instead of specifying a unique flooring for the stairs, Doban and her team left the stairs as “just concrete,” choosing to pull the focus to the walls, ceilings and lighting in the lobby.

Paint Colors: Clear Skies 2054-70 Stone Harbor 2111-50 Grey Mountain 1462 Benjamin Moore benjaminmoore.com

Blue: Aqua Dotscreen (matte finish); Dark Grey/Black (at top): Ebony Ribbonwood (matte finish) Formica www.formica.com

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“We had specified some furniture and carpets with hexagons and decided that hexagon lighting would add a certain special look to the whole lobby.” —Susan Doban, Think Fabricate

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01 Curtainwall Blue Spandrel Glass u Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Circle 450 02 EIFS Sto’s Exterior Insulation and Finish System u Sto Corp. Circle 449 03 Windows Win-Vent series 350 Fixed over project-outs u Win-Vent Circle 448 04 Custom Brick u Glen-Gary Circle 447 05 Aluminum Storefront and Curtainwall u Kawneer 1600 Circle 446

Tables:

White tables were custom made by Doban’s design studio Think Fabricate.

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Lounge Seating

Carpeting

“In these seats you have electrical outlets to plug in your computer and phone chargers,” said Doban. “In this room we have the dark blue on the sofas and yellow walls that really show through the storefront windows—they’re the colors of the school. This is the only room where we brought in the traditional college colors to coordinate with the blue spandrel glass on the outside.”

“We combined two of the plain hexagon carpet tiles and three different linear hexagon carpet tiles to create groupings in the space,” said Doban. “It’s a long, linear space that looks out into the street. There’s lots of interest in this space because of the carpet, but at the same time it’s subtle. The color brings the outdoors in, in some ways—like diagonal pavers. It’s really beautiful.”

Seating: Share by Stylex Stylex www.stylexseating.com

Style: Linear hexagon carpet tile Color: Charcoal and Tweed, Tweed and Charcoal Style: Plain Hexagon carpet tile Color: Charcoal and Tweed Shaw Contract Group www.shawcontractgroup.com

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Floor Tiles

Recessed Lighting

Made by Porcelanosa in White Oak, this eco-friendly flooring was specified for the wall, ceiling and front of the desk area in order to “get the right texture,” said Doban. “Plus, the flooring is pre-finished so we were able to select the finish in advance in order to expedite construction. We did a lot of running with the grain in different directions, which you have the flexibility to do with wood flooring. Otherwise, to do this you’d have to cut it and create that texture if you had ceiling panel boards.”

Italian ceramic tile was specified for the entrance corridor, to stand up to the heavy foot traffic.

Made with clear acrylic, a white lacquer lens and stainless steel trim ring, the recessed light at Gaddy Hall’s entry also features an Electronic Program Rapid Start T4 quad lamp ballast to ensure there is no visible flicker on starting, while field inspection and service replacement is made easy, as the lamp can be removed without tools from the inside of luminaire.

Color: White Oak Porcelanosa www.porcelanosa-usa.com

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Ceiling Tiles The design team’s specification of the same ceiling tiles in many spaces throughout the hall helps create a unified look. Ceiling Tiles: Armstrong Prelude Armstrong www.armstrong.com

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Round Recessed Lighting: SL205B Philips Lightolier Philips www.usa.lighting.philips.com

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PROJECT SPECS

Project Name: Gaddy Hall, Monroe College Location: New Rochelle, New York Architect: Doban Architecture Structural Engineers: Gilsanz Murray Steficek MEP Engineers: OLA Consulting Engineers Civil Engineers: TRC Solutions Geotechnical: RA Consultants Construction Management: Holt Construction Construction Cost: $25 Million Area: 92,000 sq. ft. Photography: Kevin Chu + Jessica Paul

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achieving LEED As sleek and elegant as it is efficient, the University at Albany’s new 96,000-sq.-ft. School of Business—designed by Perkins+Will, New York—serves 1,600 students and complements the university’s historic mid-century campus. The design promotes the notion of the courtyard as a metaphor for community to create a prominent new identity for the school of business.

PROJECT SPECS Project: University at Albany School of Business Location: Albany, New York Client/Owner: State University of New York (SUNY) University at Albany Architect: Perkins+Will, New York General Contractor: Kirchhoﬀ-Consigli Construction Management Size: 96,000 sq. ft. Date Started: 2011 Date Completed: Aug. 2013 Photography: Halkin Mason, courtesy of Perkins+Will

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UNIV. AT ALBANY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS: PRODUCTS Product/Mfr./Brand:

LEED Credit:

Roofing: Firestone Building Products Model: (EPDM) Roofing White High albedo roofing reflects heat to reduce heat island effect and reduce cooling loads in building during summer. Curtainwall: Viracon Model: Glass Curtainwall High performing glass lets in daylight while keeping out unwanted heat gain.

SSc7.2 Heat Island Effect, Roof

EAc1.0 Optimize Energy Performance

Concrete: Cranesville Model: High recycled content Concrete with high recycled content helped meet the recycled materials requirement for MRc4. Stone Cladding: James J. Totaro & Associates Model: Local Stone Cladding

MRc4 Recycled Content

MRc5 Regional Materials

Helped meet the regional materials requirement for MRc5. HVAC: Trane Model: RTHD Optimus Chiller This water-cooled chiller offers improved energy efficiency. Lighting: Lutron Model: Homeworks/Grafik Eye QS Lighting Control System

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The lighting control sustem is fully customizable and zonable.

LEED NC Rating: Gold Awarded: Sept. 2014

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9 Sustainable Sites (SS)

The building’s concrete contains particles of titanium dioxide, which react with sunlight and rain to provide a self-cleaning action.

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The building site, which flanks the main entry to the monumental ‘Academic Podium’ structure designed by Edward Durrell Stone, allows the new building not only to provide identity for the business program, but to define a new gateway to the Uptown Campus. 2 Water Efficiency (WE)

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Low-flow plumbing fixtures help the Business School target 20-30% reduced water consumption. 6

Energy

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Triple-glazed insulated glass and a low-velocity ventilation system also help reduce energy needs. 7

Materials (ME)

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The concrete is made with self-cleaning photocatalytic cement, which contains particles of titanium dioxide. When sunlight hits the surface, it interacts with the titanium and breaks down organic and some inorganic pollutants, which then allows for rain to wash the smog away, keeping the concrete clean. 11 Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)

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Notable among its sustainable features are the maximization of daylight—for occupant enjoyment as well as to reduce electric lighting needs—and the use of specially designed precast panels, clerestory skylights, and an automated daylight-responsive lighting control system. 5

Innovation and Design (ID)

Possible Points 5

The building interior is designed for maximum circulation and natural lighting. The exterior of the building includes both solid and transparent volumes with a dramatic glass-wrapped area on the northeast corner, revealing dynamic and engaging interior spaces.

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STEPPING UP TO THE PODIUM The University at Albany School of Business’ new building draws much of its design inspiration from the existing masterplan and building complex, known as UAlbany’s “Academic Podium,” which was designed in 1968 by noted architect Edward Durell Stone. The Academic Podium includes department buildings and quadrangle residence halls that dominate much of the university’s Uptown Campus. The formal, orthogonal aesthetics of the Durell Stone buildings are respected and preserved in the new building, but through a contemporary interpretation. The massing of the new School of Business building is a simple rectangular

volume, so as not to compete with the Podium. To complement the Podium’s vast scale and formal character, the 96,000-sq.-ft. School of Business building’s simple, rectilinear form matches the height of the Podium roof and extends the Cartesian order of the campus. Taking inspiration from the numerous courtyards in the Podium, this form is carved away to create a terraced atrium that opens to both the sky and the adjacent plaza, bringing daylight to the interior, defi ning a series of gathering spaces on different levels, and activating the entry sequence to the campus.

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Ceiling: Armstrong’s Woodworks Vector

LEED Credit:

Product/Mfr./Brand: Restroom Fixtures: Sloan Model: Ecos Model 8111 dual flush (1.6/1.1) toilet significantly reduces water consumption per flush.

WE3.1 Water Use Reduction

Restroom Fixtures: Kohler Model: Urinal K-4904 Significantly reduces water consumption per flush. Surfaces: M. Bohlke Veneer Corp. Model: Quartered Larch

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FSC qualified wood products. Restroom Fixtures: Sloan Model: Optima Plus EBF650 Lavatory Sink

WE3.1 Water Use Reduction

Significantly reduces water consumption per use. 2 Ceiling: Armstrong Model: Woodworks Vector Ceiling

• Shorter lead times and lower cost than custom millwork • California Air Resources Board (CARB) compliant • BioAcoustic infill panels can enhance acoustics and contribute to LEED credits Paint: Sherwin-Williams Model: Zero-VOC Paint Low-emitting product with limited VOC content to meet LEED thresholds.

MRc7 Certified Wood FSC-qualified wood product

IEQc4.1, 4.2 Low-Emitting Materials

Tile Grout: MAPEI Model: Opticolor Tile Grout A nonsagging, efflorescence-free grout with no shrinkage, Opticolor provides color uniformity, stain resistance and durability beyond that of cement grouts. In addition, it is easy to maintain,will clean to the original color and contains BioBlock technology.

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Carpeting: Shaw Contract Model: Chroma Tile Carpet 100% recyclable environmental guarantee and free pick up and recycling. Third party certifications, MBDC cradle to cradle, silver certified, NSF 140 platinum certified, CRI green label plus GLP9968, USGBC LEED contributes.

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THE INSIDE STORY The exterior of the building includes both solid and transparent volumes with a dramatic glass-wrapped area on the northeast corner, revealing dynamic and engaging interior spaces that help activate Collins Circle and the Entry Plaza during the day and at night. The building’s interior is designed for maximum circulation and natural lighting. Triple-glazed insulated glass and a low-velocity ventilation system also help reduce energy

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needs, which can be monitored by all occupants at a real-time “efficiency information center” in the building’s lobby. Other features that contribute to LEED while improving the experience of students and other users include wooden ceiling panels that are California Air Resources Board (CARB) compliant; zero-VOC interior paints; and clerestory skylights that bring daylight deep into the building’s interior.

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CHALLENGE: When the time came to develop the 355unit, five-story Berkshire Terminus upscale apartment building in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood, the design team had one goal: complement the neighboring institutional and corporate office spaces while still offering something distinctive. “We wanted to be a good neighbor,” says Ben Hudgins, project manager and architect of Lord Aeck Sargent in Atlanta. “We wanted to conform to the design standard set by the existing campus while creating something unique.” As is the case with most urban infill projects, one of the biggest challenges was keeping roads and walkways open and accessible. In addition, the team needed to be sensitive to the neighboring businesses still in operation while the building was under construction. INFLUENCE: The building needed to complement neighboring structures, but still stand on its own. Mixing façade materials was an ideal solution, but required careful thought into transitioning from one look to another. The apartment building features a contemporary high-end design that meshes well with neighboring buildings and the community as a whole. CRITERIA: The design team also needed to follow zoning and code requirements already set for the area, such as the amount of glass the building had at street level. They met the intense street-level fenestration requirement by incorporating a two-story leasing/lobby space and twostory townhome-style walk-up units. SOLUTION: Careful selection of exterior materials was one way the team successfully differentiated this building from those nearby. The team specified Nichiha VintageWood fiber cement panels for the corners and the most prominent façade of the building to create texture and warmth next to the glass. “The building is primarily gray and white, so the eye is immediately drawn to the cedar wood color and texture of the VintageWood product. This gives the building an artistic flair that adds life to an almost homogenous contemporary design,” says installer Bryce Dryden, vice president and director of operations for Living Stone Construction in Kennesaw, Ga. The use of aluminum composite material panels makes direct reference to the existing buildings, which are made entirely of glass and metal. Nichiha’s Illumination product was also used on this project as a budget-friendly option. Visit www.nichiha.com or Circle 422

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PRIVATE LUXURY Nichiha VintageWood fiber cement panels grace the corners and the most prominent façade of the building; aluminum composite material panels make direct reference to neighboring buildings. “The eye is immediately drawn to the cedar wood color and texture of the VintageWood,” says installer Bryce Dryden of Living Stone Construction.

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Uplifting Design The Experience Life Church features metal panels both inside and out to create a truly beautiful and uplifting aesthetic. Sleek and modern, the space invites, excites, and inspires. Above all, however, it provides a welcoming space for everyone. Visit www.mbci.com/experience for more information.

Scan each QR code for detailed product information. PROJECT: Experience Life Church LOCATION: Lubbock, Texas ARCHITECT: ADC Inc. CONTRACTOR: Dane Construction PANEL PROFILE: 7.2, FW-120 (Silver Metallic)

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GUARDRAILS

Farm-Fresh, Modern Design WIDE OPEN SPACES Jensen Architects initially considered a trellis-like guardrail that would enable them to mount plants on the guardrail; they soon realized that transparency and openness better fi t the owners’ vision of ‘a stronger connection to the land and the food we eat.’

CHALLENGE: SHED, a market, café and community gathering space in Healdsburg, Calif., has celebrated the land, farming, food, art and culture of Northern Sonoma County since it opened in April 2013. Designed by Jensen Architects of San Francisco, the SHED architectural style incorporates prototypical farm building forms to support the vision of SHED co-owners Cindy Daniel and Doug Lipton: to create “a stronger connection to the land and the food we eat.” For the guardrail, Jensen initially considering a trellis-like arrangement; as the design developed, they realized they were really looking for transparency and openness at the guardrail.

commitment to sustainability. SHED features a resource efficient prefabricated metal structure, thermally efficient insulated metal panel cladding, and a naturally ventilated and illuminated interior. SOLUTION: Interior and exterior railings use CableRail stainless steel cables and fittings by Feeney, Inc. as the railing infill. The CableRail railing assemblies contribute to the overall sustainability of SHED because they are made with stainless steel containing pre- and post-consumer reclaimed material that is strong, yet lightweight; it is also low-maintenance and recyclable.

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INFLUENCE: The building opens fully to the street, inviting people in and letting the activity spill out. Central to the owners’ vision and the architectural program was a

“SHED was a labor of love for the client, something they had been dreaming about doing for many years,” says Lincoln Lighthill, Jensen Architects.

Project: SHED Market Location: Healdsburg, California Owner: Cindy Daniel and Doug Lipton Architect: Jensen Architects

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Curtainwall Crowns Construction Equipment’s Display CHALLENGE: When renovating its Tampa branch to upgrade the facility and corporate office, Flagler Construction Equipment wanted a creative way to display its products. Large in scale, Flagler’s products include giant excavators, backhoe loaders, pipe layers and compactors. An effective outdoor display area required a well-defined space large enough to showcase heavy-duty machines and trucks while complementing the renovated building. INFLUENCES: Flagler wanted its renovated building and product display area to help articulate its new business approach, which includes adding better systems, better technologies and better management tools to provide an exceptional customer experience. Because the original building was an off-the-shelf metal warehouse structure, a team was assigned to transform it into a custom-looking, contemporary two-level facility that signifies Flagler’s new branding. As part of the renovation plan, the added product display area needed to reflect the aesthetics of the renovation while providing an easy way for large trucks to be changed out from time to time. This required a two-level, stall-type structure made from aesthetically pleasing materials that would not obstruct the view of the product yet would withstand the outdoor elements and require little maintenance. CRITERIA: Comprised of Alfonso Architects of Tampa as designer, Diaz Fritz Isabel of Tampa as general contractor, and Arrow Sheet Metal Works of Tampa as metal fabricator, the team needed to devise a display case that would serve as a veritable outdoor backlit merchandise “window” visible day and night. SOLUTION: The team turned to McNICHOLS specialty metal, modified to create a crest defining the area, which measures 19 × 32 ft. Supported by metal beams, it adjoins the north side of the building and is distinguished by its rectangular crown—or curtainwall—of McNICHOLS Perforated aluminum panels that were corrugated for aesthetic emphasis by Arrow Sheet Metal Works. This open-air, ground level display is illuminated at night by floodlights mounted onto the elevated support beams. Buttressed by 7- × -7-in. vertical and horizontal structural beams and coated with Silver-Brite aluminum paint, the curtainwall is made from McNICHOLS Perforated Metal panels in 0.040 gauge with 1/4-in, holes on 3/8-in. staggered centers. Rob Blount, project manager with Alfonso Architects, said the perforated metal was selected for its light diffusion. “We wanted a material that wasn’t a solid and appeared translucent from a distance, but still ‘contained’ the truck display,” he said, noting that corrugating the perforated metal material added to its aesthetics and provided more light transmission. Visit www.mcnichols.com or Circle 420

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“We wanted a material that wasn’t a solid and appeared translucent from a distance, but still ‘contained’ the truck display.”

OUT OF THE BOX Flagler needed a two-level, stall-type structure made from aesthetically pleasing materials that would not obstruct the view of the product yet would withstand the outdoor elements and require little maintenance.

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LED Lighting Transforms Public Schools

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CHALLENGE: As part of a system-wide effort to improve energy efficiency and campus experience, Toledo Public Schools (TPS) in Toledo, Ohio selected LED lighting to illuminate the exterior of 42 of its school district campuses. INFLUENCE: LEDs delivered superior light quality and energy optimization while lowering the cost of ownership compared to outdated metal halide and high-pressure sodium alternatives they replaced. CRITERIA: Beyond implementing energy-efficient LED lighting, TPS officials translated the upgrade into a teachable moment for students by building an interactive energy dashboard providing real-time energy usage data. The program, which is being used within five schools, lets students monitor energy usage in real time, learn how to optimize energy, and compete for the lowest energy usage.

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SOLUTION: The schools now feature Cree LED area, canopy and wall mount luminaires, saving one school alone an anticipated $355,000 in lifetime energy and maintenance costs for rapid payback while delivering optimized light levels for campus visibility. “We knew that energy-efficient LED technology was the best lighting solution; once we looked at the energy saving potential, payback time and maintenance savings, making the switch was clear,” said Ron Miller, network operations and energy efficiency manager, TPS. TPS anticipates that the innovative new Cree LED lighting system will help reduce energy consumption by up to 69% percent and save up to $125,000 per school in lifetime maintenance costs alone, while improving light quality and exterior aesthetics. Visit www.cree.com or Circle 419

NIGHT LIGHTS: Cree Edge Series and XSP Series Wall Pack illuminate campus walkways and replace existing accent lighting. The crisp, white light creates a safe atmosphere for students, administrators and visitors.

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INSULATED METAL PANELS

Energy Performance Optimized at Self-Storage Facility SELF-STORAGE STANDOUT Optimo Smooth IMPs give Boston Seaport Self Storage a modern look while reducing the building’s overall demand for energy.

The IMPs high level of thermal protection help protect customer conveniences including a retail store and a business center. Boston Seaport Self Storage, Boston

CHALLENGE: Group One Partners, a prominent northeast architectural firm, was commissioned by Conroy Development to design a modern 100,000-sq.-ft. self-storage facility in Boston’s Seaport District. Led by Antonino Donato AIA, LEED AP, the design team created Boston Seaport Self Storage, a four-story facility with nearly 1000 selfstorage units equipped with state-of-the-art technology, secure access and a climate controlled environment.

SOLUTION: Conroy Development wanted Boston Seaport Self Storage, constructed in the heart of South Boston, to have as many sustainable features as possible. For the building envelope, it specified Optimo Smooth by Kingspan Insulated Panels—North America.

INFLUENCE: Designers specified insulated metal panels for Boston Seaport Self Storage for two primary reasons. To withstand the often-frigid Boston weather, the energy performance of the selected cladding had to be excellent. Design fl exibility was also of prime importance to make this facility stand out among the many conventional self-storage structures already operating in this market.

Optimo Smooth is a single component insulated metal panel product that allowed faster on-site installation compared to multi-part foam insulated panels. That minimized construction delays and also the need for multiple trades, thus saving the design team and owner substantial installation costs; the IMPs also reduce the building’s overall demand for energy. Because these insulated metal panels weigh only three pounds per square foot, transport costs and installation energy were also decreased. IMPs ease the critical path of construction, as they are easier to detail and attach, which tightened the build schedules.

CRITERIA: The insulated metal panels (IMPs) provided superior air tightness, low thermal bridging and a very high R-value thermal performance. This high level of thermal protection was required to protect the customer conveniences offered by Boston Seaport Self Storage, which include a self-service kiosk, a retail store and a business center with flat screen television monitors, high-speed wireless Internet controls and computer workstations.

Kingspan Optimo Smooth IMPs not only contribute to LEED certification requirements, but also Path to Net-Zero Energy targets. As a contributing factor to a structure’s sustainability rating, the exterior skins contain a substantial amount of recycled content. These panels last as long as the service life expected of a standard commercial building and offer multiple end-of-life reuse options. Visit www.kingspanpanels.us or Circle 418

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New Era Kicks Off for Camp Hill High CHALLENGE: Built in 1940, Christian L. Siebert Park, the home stadium of Camp Hill High School in southern Pennsylvania, was more noted for its cracked stands, sagging bleachers and sub-par on-field conditions than for providing a home-field advantage. In fact, most home teams, such as track & field, competed on the road or off-site; the Lions football team held halftime meetings on the pool deck rather than in the aging field house. CRITERIA: Things changed radically in the fall of 2014 when the facility reopened after a six-month, $4.7 million facelift. The renovation included new artificial turf, new stadium seating, a field house big enough to accommodate two full-sized football teams, and an indoor team room attached to public restrooms. According to Bob Royer of KS Heagy Contractors of Lemoyne, Pa., every dollar had to be maximized. “The specification process had to ensure not only the best value, but also the longlasting durability of all the products,” he said. SOLUTION: One of the most important morale-boosting upgrades for the athletic programs was to the team and officials’ locker and meeting rooms. Designers chose Scranton Products as the supplier of the stadium’s bathroom partitions, lockers and athletic storage cubbies. Consisting of top shelving and side paneling, Scranton Products produced the cubbies with HDPE sheet material, guided by the Siebert Park specifications for easy on-site installation at the stadium. “These cubbies were created to withstand the wear and tear that comes with years of storing gear for entire football teams,” said Paul Hostetter at Hostetter Supply in Seven Valleys, Pa. “Scranton Products could not have made the process easier—we provided the dimensions and they pre-cut the material in their factory, which saved us time and labor on the jobsite.”

HEALTHY CHOICE The dark, moist environment of a gym locker can be a breeding ground for staph infections and new strains of MRSA, a drugresistant bacterium; but Scranton Products’ custom-cut sheet material, as well as its partitions and lockers, are made with HDPE solid plastics that are naturally germ resistant and can be easily cleaned. “We tested our Tuff tec gym lockers with a company called SiTU Biosciences’ ISO 22196 methods,” says David Casal, national director of sales and marketing for Scranton Products. “The test results showed that, after 24 hours, 98.4% of the MRSA bacteria died off the surface of HDPE plastic without the use of any cleaning solutions.”

In addition to the cubbies, Scranton Products supplied partitions for several of the new complex’s restrooms. Given the high-impact requirements, the company’s Hiny Hiders were the ideal choice for partitions given their non-porous, HDPE surface, which is naturally resistant to odors, mold and mildew. Graffiti wipes off easily with most non-abrasive cleaners and can be power washed and steam cleaned without the worry of rust. The Tufftec lockers used in the officials’ locker rooms are also designed to meet the demands of the harshest daily use, while remaining virtually maintenance free. All Scranton Products’ lockers and partitions are also GreenGuard Gold Certified, meeting the strictest standards for improved indoor air quality—especially important in schools. Visit www.scrantonproducts.com or Circle 415

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CHALLENGE: Create an appropriate atmosphere for the 9/11 Memorial Museum that reflects peace, honor and compassion for the spirits of those who perished during the terrorist attacks on America on Sept. 11, 2001. INFLUENCES: The architectural design objectives by Davis Brody Bond were intended to foster an environment that would achieve a balance; to honor not only the reality of the loss of life and physical destruction, but also to provide a memorial to the healing process that continues today. The 110,000 sq. ft. project was also working for certification as a LEED Gold project. SOLUTION: Gordon Inc. was awarded the design, engineering and fabrication of custom ceilings, walls, light coves, trims and ornamental treatments for the project. They also assisted with constructability assessments and served in an advisory capacity for the installation. Unique pedestrian ramps provide the pathway for visitors as they tour the museum. These features are clad with custom metal panels furnished by Gordon. As visitors descend to the main exhibition space, they are guided alongside the “Survivors’ Stairs,” which were used as the final escape route from the buildings as they collapsed. Parapet panels by Gordon accentuate the staircase and provide acoustical serenity. The multiple shapes, planes, angles and scale of the panels supported by an intricately engineered mounting system combines to emphasize the enormity of the tragic event. The interfacing of the uniquely shaped panels results in a magnificent stealth appearance. Due to the complex design, the 3D models, submittal/approval drawings, and fabrication drawings resulted in 8930 CAD hours to complete the pre-construction requirements—an equivalent of 4.3 manyears. The scope of this accomplishment necessitated the creation of 11,383 submittal and fabrication drawings which yielded 1750 custom engineered panels—98% of which were one-of-a-kind.

COMPLEX AND COMPREHENSIVE The multiple shapes, planes, angles and scale of the panels custom-fabricated by Gordon Inc. for the 9/11 Memorial Museum in New York are supported by an intricately engineered mounting system that combines to emphasize the enormity of the tragic event.

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The project received a gold award for excellence in construction in the interior finishes category, east region, from the Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Assn. (CISCA). The group also named Gordon recipient of the 2014 Founder’s Award and project of the year. Visit www.gordon-inc.com or Circle 414

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CHALLENGE: Sandpoint Airpark is a development shooting for a somewhat unique appeal: it is an upscale residential community that caters to people who love to fly. The northern Idaho fly-in airpark community, set between Schweitzer Ski Mountains and Lake Pend Oreille, offers a rare opportunity in aviation real estate. It serves as an exclusive prototype home for aviators and their families. The development is comprised of 44 spacious lots and 10,000 sq. ft. of community common area with a recreation center, complete with pool and barbecue area.

ly, the reason we chose Schweiss was that we liked the way the doors were made and the look was really beautiful,” says Mileski. “They were night and day compared to other doors we saw.”

Part of the appeal of the development is its proximity to an airfield for propeller aircraft. Owners have the option to build a hangar or a residential hangar. But in the spirit of the community, the developers, Silverwing, wished for hangars that reflected the overall aesthetic. “We have a 55 × 56 sq. ft. furnished model prototype twin hangar home built with an adjacent sell—more than 3000 sq. ft. for the hangar and 3000 sq. ft. feet for the residence,” says Michael Mileski with SilverWing. “The way we built it, you wouldn’t know it’s a hangar.”

Schweiss custom-built the upscale bifold liftstrap designer doors so the buildings don’t look like hangars, even though they are the bigger structures in the airpark. Doors were specifically designed with ornate windows to provide a more residential appearance than a typical airplane hangar. The widest and tallest hangars available vary according to the airpark footprint. Some lots are close to a half-acre in size. Of the seven types of models, the biggest one allowable is for a 70 × 75-ft. hangar door. Each fly-in unit will contain a hangar on the ground floor, with residential space above or adjacent to the hangar.

With that determined, the developers needed a pretty basic element: a front door. SOLUTION: Silverwing turned to Schweiss Doors for a custom portal. “My partner did a lot of research and real-

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Stone + Masonry

Looks Like Stone, Installs Like Siding

Mortarless Versetta Stone panels are fabricated from a lightweight aggregate that tips the scale at one-quarter the weight of traditional, full-thickness stone. Panels are installed using a mechanical fastening system that creates a 3/16-in. offset for moisture management. Tight-cut and ledgestone patterns are available in three color mixtures.

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No Mix, No Mess

No mixing is required with new PLASMA grout, which is ready to use right out of the container. The stain- and crack-resistant material doesn’t require sealing and is available in 20 colors—and also in a unique translucent option incorporating glass beads to allow light to both pass through and to reflect the color of surrounding glass tile.

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Building a Community

Buildable land is a valuable commodity in Los Angeles County, so maximizing development possibilities for the 30-acre Willow Heights planned community in the city of Diamond Bar is a prime goal for developer Lennar Homes. The Verdura Plantable Retaining Wall System is aiding this goal—some 70,000 Verdura blocks were used to create 11 walls totaling 100,000 sq. ft. The walls went up in less than half the time conventional walls would have required, helping increase usable land and creating plantable areas that will soften the edges of the walls over time.

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Looks Like Slate, Wears Like Concrete

Panorama Combo Series pavers have the texture and coloration of vintage slate, but concrete masonry units feature an absorption rate of no more than 5%, so the freeze-thaw issues slate can suffer from simply aren’t an issue. The pavers are available in six sizes and are installed using a five-piece system suitable for a range of exterior applications.

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Roofing

Quite a Reach

Tectum V structural roofdeck panels can span up to 12 ft. Their composite design features multiple layers of graphite-enhanced polystyrene insulation and OSB sheathing to provide acoustic as well as thermal insulation. All components are bonded with code-listed structural adhesives.

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Designing a roofing system for the new 200,675-sq.-ft. building housing elementary, middle and high school students in Willard, Ohio, was a task worthy of an advanced placement geometry class. Designed by MKC Assocs., the school’s roof includes 18 different levels containing more than 40 sections. Designers opted for FleeceBACK KEE HP PVC FRS membrane. The material offers strong resistance to weather and other hazards and, as installed, features the Sure-Flex PVC Contour Rib profile, which provides the appearance of a standing metal seam.

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In a Jiffy

Jiff y Seal Ice & Water Guard HT protects roofs from ice dams and wind-driven rain, for use under shakes, shingles, metal panels and slate. The proprietary rubberized-asphalt/butyl hybrid adhesive is self-sealing around properly installed anchors and features an anti-slip surface for added installation safety.

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Attachment Options

Designers have multiple options for attaching Duro-Last EV membrane roofing, including induction bonding, direct adhesion and mechanical attachment. The PVC roofing material incorporates Elvaloy KEE, providing flexibility that won’t migrate out of the membrane, and offers strong reflectivity, along with chemical and weather resistance.

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Decking

Water Slides

The SuperDeck finishing system features premium Duckback technology, an elastomeric coating that withstands extreme conditions while providing protection. It includes products for staining, sealing, stripping, cleaning and restoring decks. SuperDeck can be applied to new, uncoated, pressure-treated, weathered lumber, cedar and redwood. It’s also available in a wide range of colors to complement the company’s WoodScapes stains.

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A Domestic Hardwood

Few realize that Black Locust, or false acacia, is a sustainable domestic hardwood that rivals both Ipe and Teak. The use of Black Locust on architectural projects can help achieve LEED and Living Building Challenge requirements.

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Withstanding Wood Accoya high performance acetylated wood withstands water and the elements, making it ideal for exterior uses such as cladding, windows and decking. The product will be used for a renovation project of the German embassy in Washington, D.C. to restore the windows of the Egon Eirmann-designed edifice.

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American Hydrotech introduces the Garden Roof® Planning Guide iPad® app – a first-of-its-kind digital brochure that helps design professionals take a vegetated roof from initial concept to completion. Packed with photography, technical information and videos, design professionals can explore assembly options and components, growing media and vegetation, and learn about topics such as design considerations, economic and sustainable benefits, installation and maintenance, and much more.

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Signage and Wayfinding

Sign Surfaces

DuetsTactiles is a plastic sheet stock designed especially for use in ADA, wayfinding and appliqué sign applications. A broad selection of ADA substrates in the most requested colors, patterns and finishes give specifiers, sign companies and end-users the options to meet any interior or exterior ADA, wayfinding and interior branding specification.

Duets Direct www.duetsdirect.com Circle 401

Magnetics

Making art for the artist is never a simple task, but Aion Solutions fulfilled the challenge with these magnetic receptive print materials. Aion created modular, layerable signage for Art Institute locations throughout North America. The graphic solutions for wayfinding and staff directories fit in with The Art Institutes’ new brand environment and may be easily changed out by faculty and staff. Aion selected VMPOLYmatte to create highimpact wayfinding graphics that can vary based on the floor, design of the facility and use-case.

Visual Magnetics www.visualmagnetics.com Circle 400

Clear Insight

A giant lighted mural spanning the hallway of a financial services firm in Owen Mills, Md. tells a branded narrative. Using both text and graphics to illustrate the story, each facing also features Seeyond’s Twist and Quad tessellation patterns with relief. Registered digital printing appears on both the primary surface and subsurface areas of LED lighted modules. This installation was recognized last year as Best of NeoCon 2014 for signage and wayfinding.

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If you need an acoustic room divider, why not introduce a conversation piece that says you have a sense of humor and an appreciation for pop art? Known for its whimsical office designs, Buzzispace strikes again with Cactus, a multi-tasking acoustic object’d’art that serves as a coat rack, a pin board and trading post for stories and ideas. Three styles of sound insulating room dividers: BuzziCactus Taco, BuzziCactus TexMex and BuzziCactus Gringo uplift attitudes and stoke ideas as well as smiles.

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Formica non-porous solid surfaces makes an ideal tabletop in commercial environments. The full-bodied designs permeate the material for durability and easy integration with sinks, showers and wet areas. The product is moving from a polyester- to an acrylic-based product.

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Art, facades and social media cross platforms, so why not mixed media rugs and floorcoverings? In a creative collaboration, Edelman and Swiss carpet manufacturer Ruckstuhl conduct artful experimentation in leather and fiber with striking results in color, texture, mood, angles, shadows and hand.

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DIANA AGREST:

Revealing the Beauty and Energy in Truth

The Melrose Community Center in the Bronx is open and accessible to each of the three surrounding neighborhoods.

Diana Agrest considers herself a

of the city, and film allowed me to see the dimensions that

location for the building that would connect the community,

feminist, but not for any activism—

are essential to a city.” She created and directed Framing

“hold the corner” and feel accessible.

“I wasn’t playing ‘woman architect’;

the City: Film, Video, Urban Architecture, a primer on how

I was just going about my life, doing

to discover architecture in film studies. “There is a huge

statement, it was a strategy to combat fear. “I said, ‘let’s

what I believed in. It turned out that it

difference between building and architecture: there are

do it in glass, because everybody’s afraid there, the best

was very pioneering.”

tons of buildings—very little of it is architecture, but it’s

thing against paranoia is to see,’” she explains. The Melrose

worth knowing, because you can learn a lot about humanity

Community Center is an uplifting study in transparency and

through architecture.”

urbanism; the New York Housing Authority now requires a

Indeed—Agrest became the first woman architect to teach at Princeton, only a few years after the school began admitting women. Throughout her career she has taught, published volumes of ground-breaking urban theory and maintained her own practice. She was recently recognized by the Beverly Willis Foundation and added it to their “Built by Women” list.

similar architectural treatment for all subsequent community

“You don’t always have to build, you can do things in small ways.”

Several architects also on the list are her former students, or have followed in Agrest’s footsteps in some way. In addition to having been recognized by the program,

The building’s all-glass design was not an architectural

center projects. Agrest’s work for the master plan of Des Moines, Iowa also had powerful ramifications for that city, but not because of one building; “you don’t always have to build, you can do

Her second foray into film, The Making of the Avante-

things in small ways,” she says. Agrest studied the city and

Garde, documents the new urbanism movement created by

plotted out its assets, revealing a connective civic life invit-

Agrest was featured in NPR’s 50 Great Teachers series.

a core group of architects from 1967-1984 at the Institute for

ing to residents and businesses. “We revealed what’s there,

“When they said it would be on ‘All Things Considered’, I

Architecture and Urban Studies in New York. “I wanted to

but what no one could see—we took what they have here

almost fainted!” says Agrest, who claims that having Robert

rethink urbanism, basically; and that’s taken me the rest of

and reinterpreted it.”

Siegel say her name on the radio was better than any award.

my life,” says Agrest, who has an innate talent for position-

In the process, Agrest convinced the Army Corps of

That segment—titled “Teaching Students to Hear the

ing people, public space and architecture in a harmonious

Engineers not to build a highway to bypass the city, advocat-

Music in the Built World”—explores her sometimes uncon-

framework that creates a peaceful co-existence and a robust

ing instead for a tree-lined boulevard that’s there today. This

ventional approaches to teaching architecture students. “It’s

civic life. “A building in a city is more and less than itself,

was instrumental in revitalizing the downtown, along with a

a fabulously creative discipline if you treat it that way,” says

because it is in the city,” Agrest says; she designs with that in

long public space that culminates in a sculpture park featur-

Agrest, whose classroom technique has grown from years of

mind, emphasizing public space, urban culture and civic life

ing a resident’s private collection of museum-caliber art: “it

exploring her own questions about architecture, urban design

because “they are the life and the heart of a city.”

creates curiosity, and brings another dimension to the city.”

and social sciences. “My answers came from looking outside architecture—to film, art and science in relation to nature.”

For the design of the Melrose Community Center in the

Agrest has coined a term for the small ways in which

Bronx, Agrest considered how the community works cultur-

it is possible to bring a new energy to a city. “I call it Urban

ally and socially, but she didn’t have a lot to go on. Nothing

Acupuncture,” she says; “a little here, a little there, to build the

Agrest found the expansiveness of film most adept at illus-

had been built at that site for 36 years; at the time, it was

energy of a city.”

trating the intricacies of an urban environment; “painting and

the most dangerous intersection in New York. As she puts it,

sculpture, in my view, couldn’t deal with the complexities

the site was “blown by the wind.” She devised a setting and

The arts have always been linked to architecture, but

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