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on the cover Quadrupled Effort. An ongoing debate in the design community is window to wall ratio. Those in the total efficiency camp feel less is more when it comes to monolithic glass façades, yet such restrictions can stifle architectural creativity. While not necessarily an ultimate answer to this argument, the good news is that glazing innovations are making an effective dent in envelope performance. Page 29.

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Resilient Buildings: The Nexus of Energy + Well Being

Daylighting + Lighting Integrated controls, properly located sensors and an integrated design approach are keys to optimizing lighting and daylighting efficiencies. by Barbara Horwitz-Bennett

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perspective

Plan to Daylight? Do it Right Despite being a writer by profession, ironically,

a third, medium or “surround,” layer of light be

I loathed English class and particularly the rules

added between the task source and the general

of grammar. Yet, something that has always stuck

ambient source.

with me is a lesson regarding the three basic

Why are there so many problems? The reason,

drivers of any story: man vs. man, man vs. nature

I believe, is that daylighting is a specialized disci-

or man vs. himself. Like most of you, I imagine I

pline with a difficult “grammar” of its own that many

encounter such conflicts on all three levels, and

don’t understand or want to be bothered to learn.

in many cases, one deriving from another. Case in

More of that daylighting prig coming out here, but

point, on an interpersonal level, I’m working on not

I say that’s poppycock and a crutch. Bob Dylan,

being such a judgmental prig (man vs. himself). Yet,

as he crooned in “Positively 4th Street,” says it

I can’t ignore abuses in building design that make me cringe, particularly relating to daylighting (man vs. man). A discipline at the core of all sustainable and human-centric design, daylighting is too many times simply done poorly (man vs. nature). Look at any space in bright daylight conditions: 90% of the time, I’d bet the lights are on. This defeats the

Daylighting is a specialized discipline with a difficult ‘grammar’ of its own that many do not want to learn.

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of our sister publication, Architectural SSL, wrote an excellent daylighting/lighting interrelationship story

more accurately: “You say you’ve lost your faith, but

a year or so back, entitled “Ra,” in which he posed

that’s not where it’s at—you had no faith to lose, and

that the daylighting phenomenon that’s been so well

you know it.”

embraced by the design community is not so much

Like physicians, the oath to “do know harm”

driven by a desire to illuminate spaces naturally,

must be more seriously embraced. And if you’re not

but rather a desire to connect building inhabitants

an expert on daylighting, or don’t want to put in the

to the outdoors. By no means an ignoble aspira-

hours to learn it—it’s not a sin on your part, but rec-

tion—and certainly critical to making people happy,

ognize this, and be open to bringing in consultants

healthy and productive—it does nothing to alleviate

who are, and bringing them in early enough in the

energy consumption in many cases. Ah, there’s that

design process where they can make an impact.

man vs. man conflict in an engineering vs. architec-

For those of you who do wish to know more, check

tural context.

out our “Design Priorities” feature for a good

Similarly, in that dream to create a more biophilic

daylighting 101, particularly concerning things like

experience, with the romantic notion of breaking

occupancy sensors. There are also great examples

this indoor/outdoor barrier, hot spots and glare, like

of daylight done well, such as SOM’s wonderful

flies through an open window, are made manifest

Federal Courthouse in Los Angeles.

with more glass, particularly glazing not coated or

Me, myself, I’m going back to school again,

shaded to deal with the power of the sun, specifi -

as I’m fortunate to once again be invited to attend

cally those with significant southern exposures

the enlightening Velux International Daylighting

(man vs. nature again). Or, in attempts where

Symposium coming up in Berlin. Bet on it that I’ll be

daylighting plans are actively trying to reduce light-

sharing what I learn. In the interim, Lightfair, in Phila-

ing energy consumption while providing biophilic

delphia, is coming up early next month with a lot of

views, it’s done well at the perimeters, but not fur-

good daylighting sessions, including a presentation

ther into the core, unless floor plates are adjusted

being delivered by a friend of the program—PIA

and made more narrow, accordingly—Ha!

judge and lighting specialist with the Sacramento

Then there’s the issue of balance of light in

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to create “volumetric” lighting, how does one avoid creating cave-like environments in areas not in

Now go and spread the news, and may the sun always shine warm upon your face.

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American Biltrite has issued a Declare Label for its ABPURE and Marathon flooring products, which have been deemed Red List-free as part of the Living Building Challenge Declare Program. Parsons School of Design’s Healthier Affordable Materials Project covers the most commonly used building materials in affordable housing. Visit healthymaterialslab.org. Portico—a collaboration between Healthy Building Network, Google, Harvard, Perkins+Will and the Durst Organization—includes a database of products organized by manufacturer, product category and whether or not it meets LEED and Living Building Challenge standards. It is looking for firms to register as Early Access Partners. Visit www.healthybuilding.net. CONTINUING EDUCATION

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Manufacturers have developed code-compliant automated control devices to help you accomplish plug load control. Select a method—or combination of methods—for plug load control that best meets your specific needs. Available options include individual load control, entire circuit control, control of single spaces or control of entire facilities. You can also choose plug load controls based on their method— occupancy, time-based or system-based. It is important to note that plug-in devices cannot be used in place of hard-wired controls, as they could be easily defeated by end users. For added convenience, choose plug load receptacles that can be integrated with a building control system so the facility manager can scale the efficiencies of such a system.

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Know the Codes Energy codes vary by state and local jurisdictions. According to the Department of Energy, as of February 2017, approximately half of the United States has an energy code that is equal to or more stringent than ASHRAE 90.1. Check local building codes at energycodes.gov to ensure a project is in compliance and consider hiring a consultant or in-house specialist to make sure it is right.

Be More Productive Installing circuit controls does not need to be a laborious wiring and commissioning exercise for the installer. Wireless products, like the Pass & Seymour Plug Load RF Receptacle, will help avoid the added step of wiring from a relay down to the receptacle circuit and allows one sensor to control both lighting and plug load in a space with just one power pack. Wireless solutions also give the flexibility to reconfigure spaces in the future without having to re-wire to meet new energy codes. Even simpler solutions, like the Pass & Seymour Plug Load Timer Receptacle, allow for control of single loads and single circuits with the easy swapout of one receptacle. To learn more or request assistance on a project, visit legrand.us/plugload.

Occupancy and vacancy sensors maximize energy savings, ensuring that lights are turned off or to a lower level when spaces are unoccupied or adequate daylight exists.

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BEST PRACTICES IN RECYCLING ›› CARPET REUSE

Optimizing Carpet From Manufacturing to Reuse Editor’s note: Following is the first in a series examining manufacturers who have adopted C2C. What if used carpet never had to be sent to the landfill? What if it could remain within a clean, continuous cycle of use and reuse? The development of Shaw Industries’ EcoWorx, the world’s first Cradle to Cradle Certified carpet tile, is a pinnacle example of the entwined nature of sustainability optimization. Designing for reuse—to create a carpet tile that could be infinitely recycled with no loss of quality—meant removing PVC, phthalates and other chemicals. The desire to cycle safe ingredients during product manufacture ensures its seamless flow back into the raw material stream for reuse into new carpet tiles. “We know what’s in EcoWorx products and therefore what’s going into the next generation of our products as we take back this carpet at the end of its useful life on the floors of offices, stores, schools and other facilities throughout the world,” says Tim Conway, Shaw’s vice president of global accounts. “It is a very clean process.” Just as essential was developing a take back program—the industry’s first—that would ensure the connection of the circular economy. Today, the company reclaims millions of pounds annually. Most notably, the company recovers the carpet at no cost to the end user because they want their raw material back to make new carpeting, and each tile is labeled with a toll-free number on the back to facilitate the process. Today, with 16 years and more than 3 billion square feet of EcoWorx installed, there is an increasing stream of high-quality material coming back into the manufacturing process as buildings are renovated, reducing the reliance on raw material feedstock overall.

Broad Influence Following the introduction of EcoWorx, Shaw spent three years phasing out carpet tile products that contained PVC and phthalates, completing the process in 2003. Beginning with the end in mind during the product development ensures that optimization is a key driver from the early stages so there is no need to work backward. Today, more than 65% of the company’s sales of internally manufactured products are Cradle to Cradle Certified, which includes 92% of commercial carpet products, 60% of residential carpets, and 100% of Shaw’s hardwood flooring products.

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C2C RECLAIMABLE Shaw’s Patcraft Deconstructed Black collection is shown above in the Dismantle style, features EcoWorx backing.

And that percentage continues to grow as Shaw has additional product categories assessed. The Cradle to Cradle Certified mark provides a clear, visible and tangible validation of a manufacturer’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, offering third-party verification across five attributes: material health, material reutilization, renewable energy, water stewardship and social fairness. Recently, the company tackled NPE, a surfactant used in carpet binders that was identified as a banned chemical in Cradle to Cradle version 3, released in 2013. Shaw worked with its supplier to remove the chemical from its latex. And because that latex is used by a number of manufacturers, the healthier chemistry is now present in many flooring products, even from those companies not currently participating in Cradle to Cradle. Additionally, Shaw has partnered with other suppliers to help bring Cradle to Cradle Certified products to the market—such as installation adhesives—going beyond its primary product to those needed to create a more sustainable system of products, such as Shaw 5000, a water-based product that was the first liquid adhesive to be Cradle

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to Cradle Certified. The adhesive vendor supplies across the industry—again expanding the reach of Shaw’s collaboration to create improvement throughout the industry. “Cradle to Cradle has changed the flooring category,” says Conway. “In collaboration with clients, we are optimizing the industry. Now the market, the A&D community, and like-minded end-users are seeing the value of Cradle to Cradle. We’re empowering clients to put healthier products in buildings and bringing awareness to take back and upcycling.” “The market can find carpet tile from anyone,” adds Paul Murray, Shaw’s vice president of sustainability. “We’re not just trying to provide a product. We’re trying to provide a product and a purpose. Cradle to Cradle empowers our team to provide a product and a purpose to our clients.”

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Noteworthy Mahesh Ramanujam is the new president and CEO of USGBC. He will also serve as president and CEO of USGBC’s sister organization, Green Business Certification Inc., GBCI. ATAS International hosted members of the Society of American Registered Architects, during their 60th anniversary conference in Arizona. More than 35 SARA members attended an educational presentation and toured ATAS’ manufacturing facility in Mesa, Ariz. earning learning units for both activities. Green Squared, the American National Standard Specifications for Sustainable Ceramic Tiles, Glass Tiles, and Tile Installation Materials, has been added to the current U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Recommendations of Specifications, Standards, and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing. Porous Pave has topped 7.5 million pounds of recycled in its permeable paving product. Georgia Tech’s School of Architecture has named the architect and urbanist Claire Weisz, FAIA, founder of WXY architecture + urban design for the prestigious visiting post of 2017 Portman Critic. Sika Corp. and Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago

ADAPTIVE REUSE

Taco Block The world’s first container-based Taco Bell has opened. Previously a pop-up Taco Bell location at the 2015 South by Southwest Conference & Festivals in Austin, the a five-module, 1080-sq.-ft. restaurant, is now located at 13601 Garfield Ave, South Gate, Calif. SG Blocks partnered with Alvarado Construction to install the Taco Bell at its new, permanent location. SG Blocks’ versatile concept will next be applied to construct a container-based office building for the U.S. Navy. The six modules will be used to create a 2000-sq.-ft., twostory structure. Visit www.sgblocks.com or Circle

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rehabilitated Youth Can, a nonprofit youth center in the Austin community of Chicago. U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) recognizes GBI’s Green Globes certification as an allowable program for use in the GSA’s federal leasing activities. Helen Sanders, Ph.D., has joined Technoform Glass Insulation. David Mourning—IA’s founder, president, and CEO, will assume the role of founder and independent member of the board of directors. Longtime managing principals Tom Powers and David Bourke are now assuming the

Known for forward-thinking ideas in action, the SXSW Fest was the first pop-up location of this shipping container Taco Bell. TAKE IT TO GO Recycled shipping containers are drawing more attention, as shown here with Taco Bell’s first container-based restaurant opening in California.

dual role of co-president/CEO. Legrand North America joined the Scientific Based Targets program, and it supports the Global Alliance for Energy Productivity. In other news, the company raised $112,540 for the Red Cross to provide assistance to those affected by natural disasters. Ecore is participating in research focused on “Patient Safety and Reducing the Risk of Injury from Falls” to study how the built environment can reduce pain and suffering, and eliminate costs associated with injuries.

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MATERIALS: RECYCLED CONTENT

Felt Loop Dividers Displayed in exhibition at Heimtextil in January, student Bára Finnsdottir’s Merging Loops is a design for a room divider that may be flat-packed and assembled according to individual needs. Slits made in flat fork-shaped textile modules can be formed into numerous handmade IN THE LOOP Slits made in flat forkshaped textile modules can be formed into numerous handmade loops for a unique hanging structure or a free-standing largescale variation.

loops for a voluminous hanging structure. The modules are cut from sheets of recycled polyester felt backed with wood veneer. A large-scale variation on the design is a free-standing room divider made from stiff industrial felt composed of recycled polyester and polypropylene fibers. The structure sets up quickly and acts as an acoustical buffer. Visit kh-berlin.de or Circle

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FLEXIBLE WORK PRACTICES

Snail’s Pace in the Fast Lane In a mobile world, we reside in immobile homes, says LTG Lofts. Their product, like a snail’s shell, is a new modular living pod that allows users to take the home, studio or business where life takes them. The flexible, mobile and smart solution dubbed Coodo is impacting real estate with the ability to reside anywhere from a rooftop urban environment to waterfront, in a forest and or atop a mountain—including properties with hard-to-get building permits. Coodo components meet international environmental standards for materials, recyclability and durability, and require a minimal foundation, as not to disturb a sensitive ecology. Visit coodo.com or Circle

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MATERIALS: COLOR CUSTOMIZATION

Exterior Design Interior design is a science and an art, but how does

The Stone River series uses the four-color blending process to create six standard color blends as a demonstration of the new capability.

one ensure a harmonious landscape? Considerably less options make blending exterior colors, finishes and textures tricky. Tectura Designs has tapped into the need for harmonizing color palettes in hardscapes with natural settings with its new proprietary four-color blending process. Color blending capabilities provide design flexibility and the ability to creating one-of-akind product for projects. A new manufacturing facility enables four-color blending process for complete creative control and the ability to create one-of-a-kind gradients. Visit tecturadesigns.com or Circle

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Unraveling Custom Carpets At the Hilton West Palm Beach, the organic nature of water, beaches, nets and sails influenced the carpet design.

One of the advantages to using large-scale broadloom carpet found in hotel and hospitality designs is that they may be custom designed to evoke the sense of place even inside of a large ballroom or lobby. AP spoke to interior designer and architect, Jim Looney, president of Looney & Assocs., about his experience designing with Axminster carpet. For 21 years, Looney has specialized in interior design for hospitality environments at 4 to 5 star properties. Recently, for his client the Related Companies, Looney specified custom Axminster carpet from Brintons at Hilton West Palm Beach property. Looney says, “The reason we like to use it so often in our properties is from a construction, durability and environmental standpoint. [It is 80% wool and 20% nylon.]” He adds, “More and more hospitality environments are seeking LEED certification, and this product helps in that regard.” Looney says the process is simple, and working with seasoned carpet designers affords maximum design flexibility. “Yarn colors are almost infinite, and manufacturers have experienced artists that are capable of translating a complex design idea into carpet because of their depth of knowledge about color and yarn placement, they think ahead and check all the boxes when we are designing.” From an owner’s perspective, the carpets are extremely durable with a lifecycle that can withstand highly trafficked public areas such as lobbies and corridors. At the Hilton West Palm Beach, the organic nature of water, beaches, nets, and sails influenced the design, says Looney. “We’re able to put those big ideas on paper and Brintons is able to take those ideas and translate it into a carpet design.” The design team uses several software platforms to communicate their ideas and concepts back and forth throughout the design development and production phases. “We can specify line weight, texture, shade or hue of blue and they’re great about working with us to come up with exactly what we had in mind.” The carpet often becomes the “hero” in a large, angular space, says Looney. “The carpet gives us a way to soften the ballroom because we can use so many different colors and the organic edges form lines that are nice juxtaposition of the more rigid architecture of walls and ceilings.” Variations on the carpet design also serve as intuitive signage in wayfinding; for instance, at the Palm Beach Hilton the guestroom corridor has an interesting geometry, so the team devised a more rectilinear design with movement in a nice organic rhythm.

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LARGE-SCALE BROADLOOM Axminster carpet found in hotel and hospitality applications may be custom designed to evoke the sense of place even inside of a large ballroom or lobby.

Completed this past year, the design concepts at the Hilton West Palm Beach, Fla. were influenced by the organic nature of water, beaches, nets and sails.

SEAWORTHY BALLROOM This junior ballroom rendering shows walls and the carpet, which in development stoked the idea of mimicking organic waves looking at the coastline.

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ARUP’s Spinning Circles Around the Circular Economy The London Design Festival brought to light several worthwhile design principles that are gaining momentum in the North American architectural market, including Arup’s Circular Building, a project that puts the Circular Economy at the forefront of design and re-use.

The January-February issue of AP covered a project at the London Design Festival showcasing the capabilities of CLT (Cross-laminated Timbers); now AP is exposing the Circular Building, a project by Arup that puts the concept of the Circular Economy at the forefront of design. This is not surprising as finite natural resources have become scarcer, raw material prices have increased, as have the value of finished products. Consequently, companies, design firms and communities planning for sustainable

and resilient futures are beginning to envision buildings as “material banks,” dealing with buildings like life-sized Legos; after all, Legos can be re-used for generations and like finite resources, have only increased in value. Just like Legos, Arup’s Circular Building came with its own assembly manual, recall members of Arup’s Circular Building Design team, Principal Jim Quitter [San Francisco], and Principal Tom Kennedy, [New York]. “We prepared a very simple and straightforward assembly manual to aid the CNC shop, the panel assembly shop and the contractors to put the building together.”

BUILDING BLOCKS Buildings as “material banks,” deal with buildings like lifesized Legos, which can be re-used for generations.

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All assemblies were detailed as demountable structures to allow all materials to be reclaimed and re-used should the building be moved: “The panel assembly team took the pieces from the CNC shop, each piece being carefully labeled independently following a sequence that would relate to the each type of panel. With the instructions, they put each panel together and labeled them with their unique code to be sent to site. Once they got on site, the contractor took the same manual and used it to crane the panels

in place,” explain Arup team members. Approaching the conclusion of the London Design Festival, it was uncertain whether all building products and materials could be economically reclaimed and re-used; however, the theory of the Circular-Building prevailed in practice: “All of our collaborators were very keen to extend the life of the project and the lease of their materials, which means the Circular Building will be repurposed.” In fact, reports the Arup team; all involved are intent on reusing the Circular

Building, and currently members are discussing the best use and its next location. Many variables affect whether the Circular Building is a demo, or if this is the wave of the future. One thing is certain, says Arup: re-use and reclamation logistics beats the environmental costs of landfill and virgin raw material extraction.

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ASID’s offices houses 8500 sq. ft. of innovation supported by research that ties improvements in health and wellness with organizational metrics of engagement, retention and productivity.

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ASID HQ Goes Platinum with Health Focus ASID members are lauding its Washington, D.C. offices for walking the talk of health and well-being in the built environment, as the headquarters recently received LEED Platinum from the USGBC. ASID’s Platinum designation illustrates the commitment and efforts of ASID and Perkins+Will to include advanced sustainable design practices in the creation of a workspace, says ASID CEO Randy Fiser. “Physical and mental health issues such as obesity, hypertension, diabetes, heart disease and stress, can all be influenced by the choices we make when designing the built environment. ASID is committed to advocate for the integration of health and wellness in all spaces, buildings and communities.” Fiser couldn’t be more pleased with the accomplishment, “We are immensely proud of the efforts of our project team that enabled ASID to achieve LEED Platinum.” Fiser believes the Platinum rating represents an investment in ASID members, and employees; it proselytizes human-centric design, including a human-centric lighting design developed to optimize performance by helping regulate the body’s circadian rhythms. “The new ASID headquarters is leading the way in creating a workplace that is both good for the environment and good for people,” concurs Perkins+Will principal, Ken Wilson.

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The headquarters houses 8,500 sq. ft. of innovation supported by research that ties improvements in health and wellness with organizational metrics of engagement, retention and productivity. Key design elements, such as the space’s realtime dashboard of environmental attributes, ties innovation, technology and nature-based design to the core principles of LEED. The biophilic design strategies include natural elements to reduce stress and increase air quality, along with stringent water quality standards. “Sustainability and health are intertwined and the design of this space focuses on attaining the highest levels of both,” says Wilson. The facility is also designed to meet WELL Building Standard, a performance-based Certification that indicates a human-health-centric design has been achieved, measured and proven successful on several fronts including air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, mind and comfort. “The ASID workspace is a living laboratory and a tool to advance research and education around health, wellness and wellbeing,” Fiser tells AP.

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Felice wool carpets can be taken apart and reconfigured in different forms.

Patchwork Rug It has been traditional to use layers of hand-knotted wool rugs to suit multiple or oddly shaped spaces, but Lehner Wolle of Austria has launched the first modular wool rugs available in carpet-tile fashion. Nine different module sizes and six designs of Felice wool carpet modules may be taken apart and reconfigured in different forms. Modules are held fast to the floor and joined together by a clever yet simple fastening system. Visit www.felice-living.at or Circle

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Wool rugs now follow the modular nature of carpet tiles, making a luxurious natural fiber floor covering that is adaptable to any layout and can be easily transported and re-used.

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Urban ‘Greens’ The Urban Cultivator may look like a high-end kitchen appliance for city slickers with hopes of cultivating a green thumb. But, in fact, this new luxury gadget is a microcosm of the need for urban farming and rooftop greenhouses in urban environments. The urban

Urban Cultivator is an indoor garden, roughly the size of a small wine fridge where fresh herbs, microgreens or veggies grow.

cultivator is a scalable device for commercial kitchens to supply fresh herbs and microgreens, or the smaller version—the size of an under-cabinet beverage refrigerator—may come as an upgrade in future green-andsustainable multi-family housing. What’s more than its fashionable greenness, it is a testament to the feasibility of composting and cultivating in compact environments. Visit www.urbancultivator.net or Circle

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Indestructible Wood Kebony, a technologically enhanced wood has released Kebony Clear, a new line of clear-grain decking and cladding for commercial applications. Kebony Clear is made from sustainable Pinus Radiata and was developed for outdoor installations that require a clear, premium-looking finish with the durability of a tropical © Rene Sievert

hardwood. The FSC-certified, RAP 90 Degree Shiplap Cladding, a 0.75-in. × 4.75-in. lap-siding will be distributed throughout North America. Visit kebony.com or Circle

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Kebony Clear is treated with a bio-based liquid that, after it is cured, provides a combination of outstanding durability and dimensional stability. The patented process results in wood cell walls that are about 50% thicker.

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ENERGY: GLAZING INNOVATIONS

Sluggish Glass Gets a Boost Electrochromic glass can take up to 20 minutes to fully shade-in a panel of about 27 sq .ft., say researchers at the Fraunhöfer Institute for Applied Polymer Research (IAP). Working with Tilse Formglas GmbH; the duo have developed an electrochromic glass that will shade 10 times quicker at a lower voltage; and, as an added bonus, offers a palette of tintable colors including red and purple. Using several ‘flavors’ of monomers will enable the multiple colors, while providing the same rapidity of tinting. Perhaps more compelling than the prospect of colorful window glass is its increased durability; panels may be used in buildings as walkable glass floors or overhead glazing. Visit www.fraunhofer.det or Circle H

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riven by the rising cost of energy, increasingly stricter energy codes and a greater interest in occupant comfort, high-performance glazing continues to be a go-to specification for today’s commercial projects. “LEED certification, the Living Building Challenge and other related designations are aspirations for the building team,” reports Leigh Anne Mays, national architectural services manager, Guardian Glass North America. As a result, architects are driving increased use of higher performing glass and other energy and resourceefficient building products. As glass technologies continue to develop, a wide variety of coatings, tinted glass colors and printing options are providing designers with multiple ways to bring in light and views, where desired, and filter sunlight in areas where glare may be a concern, says Alissa Schmidt, LEED AP BD+C, technical resources manager, Viracon, Owatonna, Minn. Despite the many high-performance glazing selections, Dennis O’Shaughnessy, research and development director, Vitro, Pittsburgh, observes that architects and building owners overwhelmingly prefer the neutral color and refl ectivity of clear glass. As a result, PPG, now Vitro, has put a lot of

Offering some historical perspective, O’Shaughnessy explains that a double-silver coating on a tinted glass substrate was traditionally the only way to meet evolving solar control standards. However, the market is moving towards clear glass aesthetics in lieu of tinted glass. As a glass fabricator, notes Gary McQueen, director of architectural services, J.E. Berkowitz, Pedricktown, N.J., the company relies on glass manufacturers to provide a wide variety of neutral and reflective low-E coating options that maximize visible light transmittance, while delivering a clean, neutral aesthetic. “At first, we tried to bridge that gap by introducing Solarban 80 glass, a double-silver glass with thicker silver layers to enhance solar control,” responds O’Shaughnessy, “but it had a highlyreflective aesthetic that wasn’t really in fashion with architects at the time.” Ultimately, PPG saw triplesilver-coated glass as the only viable way to meet competing demands for greater transparency and better solar control.

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Revisiting PPG’s First Triple-Glazing Installation Making its debut in Seattle’s Terry Thomas office mid-rise back in 2008, Vitro’s Solarban 70XL triple glazing remains one of the industry’s top performing glazing technologies a decade later.

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Reflecting back on this American Institute of Architects/Committee on the Environment “Top Ten” green building project, Myer Harrell AIA, LEED AP BD+C, homes, principal, director of sustainability, for project architectWeber Thompson, Seattle, recalls sorting through the various glazing options presented by the contractor RAFN, and ultimately selecting Solarban 70XL based on its combination of affordability and excellent performance.

TERRY THOMAS Still delivering one of the industry’s most competitive lightto-solar gain ratios, Seattle’s Terry Thomas mid-rise office complex designed by Weber Thompson, was Vitro/PPG’s first installation of its triple-glazed Solarban 70XL glass back in 2008.

“The value of triple glazing is primarily in the lower U-factor due to the thicker glass makeup with two air or argon-fill gaps,” explains Guardian’s Mays. More popular in colder climates where U-value is more critical, triple glazing is also more commonly specified for building types like universities and government facilities seeking a longer-term investment in energy efficiency. Made up of three glass layers, separated by two spacers in between and around the perimeter, these air gaps provide the insulating layers that slow down heat loss and reduce the opportunity for condensation to form. When considering triple glazed units, Mays advises examining the following factors: u The size of the air space, the type of spacer and the assembly of the insulated glazing unit as all contribute to the insulating value. u The strength of frame material must be sufficient to withstand the triple glazing unit weight. A thermally broken aluminum window frame is often used due to its durability, non-corrosiveness and better thermal performance.

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In fact, initial energy modeling showed Solarban 70XL glass in place of double-silver-coated, solar control low-E glass in a prototypical 8-story office building was projected to reduce cooling equipment requirements up to 26% and overall cooling costs by 3% to 5% annually.

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The sealant around the perimeter of the unit is the key to preserving the high performance of the triple glazed unit. Its strength also contributes to the overall strength of the window. It’s important to coordinate with the window manufacturer to ensure the sealant compatibility. Considering the variety of options for coatings on different glass surfaces, a number of manufacturers, like Guardian, provide performance data on their website in order to give designers an easy comparison against dual-pane insulating units.

“By offering good natural daylighting through the storefront glazing, we reduced our dependence on overhead lighting in the primary open office area, designed to 0.5 watts/sq. ft., and significantly reduced the overall electricity use,” he recalls. “With a good U-factor and SHGC, we reduced the chance that the space will overheat, which was very important in the naturally cooled space.”

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From Triple to Quadruple Upping the ante, Vitro introduced its first quadsilver-coated glass this past year, registering a 15% increase in the glazing’s ability to block solar heat, as compared to triple glazing. “To create Solarban 90 glass, Vitro Glass scientists supplemented the triple-silver coating technology they developed for Solarban 70XL glass with a fourth ultra-thin layer of silver composed of discontinuous ‘plasmonic’ nanoparticles that are engineered to absorb, rather than reflect or transmit, energy from the solar spectrum,” explains O’Shaughnessy. As light waves cross the glass, this induces electrons within each particle of silver to oscillate collectively, resulting in an oscillatory electric polarization of the particle. By controlling the size and number density of nanoparticles in the fourth layer of silver, this better regulates the glass’ optical and solar control properties.

“As glass technologies continue to develop, a wide variety of options are providing designers multiple ways to bring in light and views.”

Meanwhile, Guardian’s SunGuard IS 20 coating was designed to serve as the No. 4 surface of a double-glazed unit or the No. 6 surface of a tripleglazed unit. “SunGuard IS 20 brings the U-value performance of double-glaze units closer to that of triple-glaze, and improves triple-glaze performance where maximum heat flow resistance is desired,” reports Mays. Because the glazing is not a rough-surfaced pyrolytic hard coat with a hazy appearance, it delivers higher visible light transmission, is smooth to the touch and easy to clean.

QUADRUPLE GLAZING To achieve a 15% increase in blocking solar heat, as compared to triple glazing, Vitro’s quad-silver-coated product capitalizes on nanotechnology. As pictured here, incoming light waves cause electrons within each particle of silver to oscillate collectively, resulting in an oscillatory electric polarization of the particle called a “plasmon.” This fourth ultra-thin layer absorbs, as opposed to reflecting/transmitting energy from the solar spectrum.

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QUAD-SILVER-COATED LAYERED GLASS Raising the high-performance glazing bar once again, PPG/Vitro’s Solarban 90 delivers the same aesthetics of clear glass while blocking 77% of solar heat gain. The quad-silver-coated glass is created by combining triple-silver coating technology with a fourth ultra-thin, layer of silver composed of discontinuous “plasmonic” nanoparticles, engineered to absorb, as opposed to reflect/transmit energy from the solar spectrum.

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With literally hundreds of glass manufacturers and fabricators to choose from, architects have much to gain by selecting a company that offers both high-performance proprietary glass coatings and glass fabrication services. According to Annette Panning, director of marketing and product management with Owatonna, Minn.-based Viracon, designers’ clients specifically benefit from a single-source warranty as project risk is reduced and design flexibility is increased. “From concept through construction, the building owner/developer has access to more than a million product design and performance options supported by a dedicated and experienced team of experts to assist their own design and build teams,” she explains.

Another trend with single-source providers their offering of larger panes of glazing units. For example, Viracon’s manufacturing facility can currently produce triple insulating units up 120 sq. ft., and Guardian Glass recently installed a jumbo coater in one of its plants. Taking advantage of the expertise manufacturers and fabricators have to offer, Myer Harrell AIA, LEED AP BD+C, and principal and director of sustainability for Seattle-based Weber Thompson, advises his brethren to partner with such professionals early, in order to gain a deeper understanding of the system prior to the completion of construction documents. “That will create more certainty and less hassle in shop drawing review and construction administration,” he says.

More to Come As the glass industry remains hard at work developing and tweaking glazing technologies, building teams are poised to benefit from their innovations. “The future of glass is all about adaptability, flexibility and its long-term capability to remain beautiful, but tunable to the environment,” concludes Mays.

MSU’S NEW BIOENGINEERING FACILITY Featuring Tubelite’s 400 Series curtainwall with 5-in.-deep back members and entrance systems, Michigan State University unveils its new 130,000-sq.-ft. Bio Engineering Facility in East Lansing. Leveraging a high level of structural performance, the curtainwall’s need for steel reinforcing is reduced. Meanwhile, the Narrow Stile and Wide Stile Doors tie-rod assembly, selected with continuous hinges and subframes, is as durable as welded-corner construction with the advantage of easy modifi cation, disassembly or resizing in the fi eld for a precise fit.

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TECTONICS OF TRANSPARENCY Challenging the glass construction industry’s generic manufacturing of large flat sheets, Cristina Parreño, architect and lecturer, School of Architecture and Planning, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston, encourages architects to break out beyond glass’ limited role as a non-structural infill with prototype designs, as displayed in her “Tectonics of Transparency” exhibits.

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Breaking Out of a Planar State In a quest to challenge the glass construction industry’s generic manufacturing of large flat sheets, Cristina Parreño, architect and lecturer, School of Architecture and Planning, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston, created “Tectonics of Transparency,” an ongoing prototype of the glass medium.

The prototype aims to study the relationship between formal design, spatial perception, structural efficiency and systems of fabrication.

Inspiring architects to break out of the limited role which glass has traditionally played as a non-structural infill, Parreño’s designs explore a number of properties including geometry, perception and light. As pictured left in Parreño’s “The Wall,” the viewer’s experiential view changes based upon angle and position. “The myriad of apertures of the screen subtly change shape as we perceive them from different angles,” she explains. Attempting to break glass out of its planar state, the Spanish-born architect explores glass’ compressive strength, and tactile and visual effects. “Tectonics of Transparency aims to study the relationship between formal design, spatial perception, structural efficiency and systems of fabrication, introducing the variant of the glass medium that will contribute by offering a completely new set of parameters thus requiring new means and method of aggregation, joinery and stabilization,” she explains.

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While Parreño’s graceful, eye-opening demonstrations are inspiring, these prototypes are challenged by glass’ fragility in the fabrication process, which only supports small tolerances in assembly. To address this, she joins her glass profiles together with a high-performance bonding agent activated by a UV light. While the process enables thin, transparent panes with optimized visibility, and visual and structural capacities, the labor intensive construction process is currently an economic challenge for glass manufacturers to support. As part of her ongoing research, Parreño’s plans to experiment with moving glass beyond the curtainwall. THE WALL With Cristina Parreño’s “The Wall,” the viewer’s experiential view changes based upon angle and position. The apertures of the screen subtly change shape when perceived from different angles.

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Abundant daylight with satisfying views to the out-of-doors, are clearly two of the topmost features architects choose to work into today’s building designs. Unfortunately, it’s a rare bird to have a building’s electric lighting scheme blend optimally with said natural light plan, thereby compromising not only energy savings, but the quality of light.

In the quest to optimize daylighting with electric lighting design, it’s important to recognize daylight as a dynamic light source, subject to changes in weather, location and time of year. Its variable nature, according to Craig Casey, senior building science engineer, Lutron Electronics Co., Coopersburg, Pa., can also create dramatic differences in the distribution, quality and quantity of light within a room or space.

To begin, Gregg D. Ander, FAIA, managing director, Gregg D. Ander, LLC, San Francisco, says designers must pay careful attention to fixture lay-out and controls integration. Lighting controls, particularly, must be well thought out to be effective.

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For example, daylight sensors typically shut off perimeter lighting when lighting levels reach 25 footcandles. But, if the lighting controller is a stepped dimming system, or a simple “on-off ” system, changes will be abrupt.

With a closed-loop, the photosensor is exposed to both daylight and electric light in the room, and the sensing of the electric light forms a feedback loop to compensate for and balance out the lighting level.

“The solution is the use of more expensive continuously dimming controls to achieve a more uniform lighting level,” says Philip Luo, AIA, LEED AP, and a principal with Shah Kawasaki Architects, Oakland, Calif.

For both sensor types, he notes, challenges to successfully achieving this balance is sensor placement and type of sensor itself. “The overall design of the space—including furniture layout, color/ shading, window orientation relative to the sun, window shading/ tinting, etc.—all must be considered to design an optimally functioning system.”

To ensure such a system works seamlessly, photosensors must not only be properly located, they must be exactingly specifi ed. This begins with determining whether the system should be an open or closed loop. While the former measures the natural light level and adjusts electric lighting accordingly, the latter gauges both the natural and artificial components of light in the space. “Open-loop systems are really best to simply turn lights off when daylight levels reach a set level,” explains Paul Kennedy, general manager, Philips Lighting, Cambridge, Mass. “The drawback is that it can’t compensate for any changes between the inside electric light levels and the daylight light levels.”

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Offering some advice here, Dane R. Sanders, P.E., LEED AP BD+C, and a principal with Clanton & Assocs., Boulder, Colo., suggests clearly outlining and communicating the lighting controls design intent along with a sequence of operations, which will help determine which control system is best suited for a project. Because daylight sensor locations influence how effective the ambient lighting control zones respond to different daylight conditions, and sensor response varies significantly from one manufacturer to another, Sanders states coordinating with the manufacturer on recommended locations is essential. For instance, to ensure indirect lighting does not interfere with the daylight sen-

EASY INTEGRATION Many luminaires, such as Ledalite’s Boldplay suspended office fixtures, come already equipped with sensors. Properly integrated daylighting and lighting systems will produce comfortable, balanced light. Photos: Phillips Ledalite

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Under/Over Lighting Another issue many designers struggle with is achieving optimal balance between electric lighting and daylighting without underor over-lighting the space. How the system reacts to changes, is one of the most important factors to consider, says Kennedy. On one hand, he notes, the system should react quickly to sun/overcast, time of day, etc.—but it also needs to buffer the control system to prevent the lights from constantly increasing and decreasing for each passing cloud. Meanwhile, Casey recommends designing the electrical lighting for what’s known as the “nighttime condition,” in order to avoid under lighting. This means specifying fixtures with dimming timers to avert the over-lighting issue.

Another best practice is to establish pre-set light levels based upon the activity in the room. For example, Luo notes most settings for A/V presentations is 10 footcandles (FC); discussion areas are set at 25 FC to 30 FC; and areas where test taking or writing occur at 50 FC. For their design of the Wheeler Active Learning Classroom at the University of California, Berkeley, Luo reports they placed fixtures in two zones that could be dimmed independently to provide uniform levels of lighting for the programmed activity.

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“Lighting systems must be designed for maintained light levels, not initial light levels. So high-end trim lowers the light output of a new lighting system to save energy and meet current requirements,” he says. This way, he adds, a daylight responsive dimming system can then maintain the target illuminance by dimming the electric lighting in response to available daylight. For the greatest flexibility, Casey advises the addition of multiple zones of daylight control, via a digital system, in order to make grouping easier.

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BMS Integration Once the design was established, Luo says, the electrical engineers could select the appropriate lighting controller and optimally locate the sensor. Following installation, the system was commissioned to tune and program the controller to meet design criteria. This, of course, begs the question as to whether lighting should be integrated into a building’s automation system. This is typically achieved through ASHRAE’s BACnet protocol, which is the most common interface used for controlling HVAC. Casey says yes, and recommends specifying a system that has an integration protocol for all of the information required by the BMS. “It’s also best practice to work with companies that are open to natively providing the important data points such as light level, shade position, occupancy.”

LIGHT WELLS Emerging from an integrated design charrette mocking up building massing variations for the Austin’s New Central Library in Texas, Lake Flato and Clanton & Associates decided to create a large light well to support narrow floor plates.

Daylighting guru Jim Benya, P.E., FIES, FIALD, and principal illuminating engineer and lighting designer, Benya Burnett Consultancy, Davis, Calif., disagrees. “Daylight sensing takes into account what’s going on in that space. I believe in separating the two—the lighting controls system and the BMS—and having them communicate with each other.” Sanders takes the middle ground, directing teams to specify the data points that are to be shared, and then determine if the building schedule will be controlled entirely by the BMS; if so, then decide whether the HVAC will respond to the occupancy sensors from the lighting system.

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DOUBLING DOWN ON DAYLIGHT The design of the new courthouse by SOM maximizes daylighting by locating major spaces, like courtrooms, at the building perimeter. In addition, each floor is organized around an open central volume whose monolithic skylight delivers daylight into the heart of the building, as well as providing courtrooms with a second source of natural light.

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ment in the control system design and selection, as early as possible, to build buy-in. “Programmatic decisions should be made with the whole team— not bringing someone in halfway through the project to solve a problem,” agrees Benya. Another best practice, suggests Sanders, is asking manufacturers to set up demonstrations of a few potential control systems in order

to educate those who will be involved in maintenance and operations. Kennedy also recommends clearly defining what the design is intending to optimize and accomplish—i.e., comfort, uniform lighting, uniform color temperature, energy savings, etc.—before specifying anything. “The better you understand and define the expected operation, the more certain you can be the chosen equip-

ment will meet expectations,” echoes Casey. Raising another important point, Casey notes shades, lighting and integration are all found in different locations within the design specification, so to guarantee all the contractors understand how these systems are intended to work together, he advises aligning each section to the desired integration.

To support this task, Casey recommends taking advantage of readily available tools such as Lutron’s Performance Shading Adviser (performanceshadingadvisor.com). Such tools can help architects understand the impact of automated shading systems on daylight, view and glare. Another tool Shah Kawasaki Architects recommends, is Dial’s free Dialux software,

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MODELING WORKS At Wheeler Hall, at the University of California, Berkeley, daylight and artificial light modeling and analysis was used to confirm the daylit zones along the perimeter of the building.

The model shows half the room can achieve 25 footcandles of illumination from daylight for most of the day. This allowed sensors to be placed to turn off electric lights at the perimeter.

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which can be used to determine how much illumination daylighting would provide throughout the day and year. Software is unquestionably a valuable resource, but he also recommends architects get their hands dirty, so to speak, and construct mock-ups. Clanton & Assocs., in teaming up with Lake Flato, did just that to mock

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up building massing variations, using foam core building blocks, in an integrated design charrette for the New Austin Central Library in Texas. “A goal was to keep floor plates narrow— 60 ft. at most. This led to the design teams to create a large light well at the center of the building,” relates Sanders.

In general, Sanders points out daylight modeling and glare metrics don’t adequately represent the experience of glare, so mock-ups are essential for evaluating glare control. “Even simple mock-ups and measurements of different shading material options and surface finishes are very useful,” he says.

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Early Tuning Cases Positive The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) recently conducted a trial installation of tunablewhite LED lighting at the ACC Care Center in Sacramento, Calif., and invited the U.S. Dept. of Energy’s GATEWAY program to document the performance of the systems. Among the primary goals identified by SMUD and ACC were to learn more about how tunable-white lighting affects the sleep patterns, nighttime safety and other behaviors of the residents; and to better equip the staff to provide excellent care by improving the lighting quality (e.g., reduced glare, better controllability) relative to the incumbent system. At the time of specification, there were very few tunable-spectrum luminaires available that were suitable for replacing the fluorescent systems. Several different tunable systems were chosen and installed in one corridor, two resident rooms, the nurse station, the common room and the administrator’s office. ACC staff documented a number of important health-related benefits that may have been attributable, at least, in part, to the changes. For example, among the three residents studied, agitated behaviors, such as yelling and crying, decreased. In addition, psychotropic and sleep medications were significantly reduced for one of the residents. In the corridor, patient falls decreased, and what’s more, it was reported that residents of other corridors were now “hanging out” in the LED corridor. That said, DOE found that contractors aren’t yet familiar with tunable systems and controls, and that finding the proper balance of automatic vs. manual tuning of the lighting spectrum and intensity is challenging, and that educating residents and staff is essential. Despite the small size of the pilot study, the ACC plans to incorporate many of the lighting solutions and strategies as best practices for future renovations and expansion.

If color-tuning is desired, this will add another layer of complexity to the lighting control system. “Automated color shifting algorithms should be provided by the lighting control system and previously tested with the luminaires being used,” suggests Sanders. Ideally, the lighting should both respond to changes in daylight lumens/intensity and match the change in the daylight color temperature, says Kennedy. “Here, the control

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FineTune works with a number of existing LED fixtures, including the HPR 2x2.

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system would need to react in two dimensions, e.g., adding a second channel of control, developing a second algorithm and using a sensor that measured the contribution of both daylight lumens and daylight color temperature,” he explains.

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color control to run in the background, possibly via time clock, while daylighting can continuously dim the electric lighting,” he says. However, a system that provides separate inputs of warm versus cool LEDs is more complex, and prone to inconsistencies. Similarly, if multiple luminaire types are used, testing and tuning color matching between luminaires is more difficult.

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End Game Putting things into perspective, Benya points out that while daylighting is free, the cost of daylighting isn’t. Of course, designs can certainly capitalize on this natural resource, but the extent to which this can occur within a building is dependent on how well the project team and daylighting and lighting systems integrate together. Hopefully, this will not impinge upon the designer’s intent, however, Benya cautions, “good lighting quality is always a battle and sometimes conflicts with design trends.”

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The new University of Iowa Visual Arts Building, by Steven Holl Architects, includes a notable feature: 20-ft.-tall curved channel glass walls that set the table for daylighting. The firm selected the threedimensional, U-shaped glass from Bendheim, for its unmatched ability to create seamless curved walls of seemingly impossible spans, defying the norms of traditional glass architecture. The lightdiffusing channel glass walls bring high-quality, filtered natural light to

the studios and openloft spaces within, creating a bright and productive environment where students and instructors can mingle and work. The concave glazed openings are carved into the rectilinear building form, creating multiple “centers of light.” The undulating glass walls break up otherwise flat expanses, and draw the eye to explore and connect. The unique geometry of the U-shaped channels makes the glass self-supporting, allow-

ing it to span much greater distances than the architect could feasibly achieve with flat glass. Installed vertically—as in the Visual Arts Building—the glass can span heights up to 23 ft. and limitless lengths, while requiring minimal metal framing. The surface texture of the glass channels and the encapsulated translucent thermal insulation evenly diffuse light, acting as built-in glare control devices. Even the brightest direct sunlight is morphed into ideal, soft daylight, provid-

ing students greater comfort and flexibility within the space. In addition to the impressive glare reduction and a high Visible Light Transmission (VLT) of approximately 40%, the insulated channel glass walls offer improved thermal performance, achieving a U-value of 0.24.

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products for daylighting CONNECT TO THE GRID CONNECT downlights are designed to fit seamlessly into a range of Armstrong suspended-ceiling lines using a snap-in-place kit. The luminaire family includes downlight-only, adjustable and wallwash fixtures in several trim styles, and options include both warm dimming and tunable-white capabilities. USAI Lighting www.usailighting.com Circle 409

LIGHTING FOR BETTER LEARNING Designed with students in mind, BLT Tunable White luminaires allows teachers to create task-specific lighting effects at the touch of a button, including settings with color temperatures up to 5000K to help combat afternoon mind wandering. Powered by nTune controls technology, systems also can be specified with companion nLight wall stations, all priced for the education market.

FIELD FLEXIBILITY The 8-in. Halo PR8 family of shallow, recessed downlights allows designers to select between color temperatures of 3000K, 3500K and 4000K with a flip of a switch located on the side of each fixture. Additionally, three field-changeable distribution optics—including medium, wide and wallwash choices—are available, along with a selection of light output that ranges from 1000 lm to 4000 lm.

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IT’S ALL ABOUT THE AMBIANCE Bringing color-temperature tunability to the bulb, the Hue white ambiance can be adjusted through a range of 2200K to 6500K using a mobile device or the dedicated portable dimmer switch. A number of apps have been developed to pair the bulbs’ operation to human circadian rhythms, including the SleepCycle app that simulates a natural sunrise for waking, and the Sunn app that continually adjusts color and brightness from sunrise to sunset to mimic natural daylight patterns.

AWARD-WINNING APPROACH Named as one of 2015’s top 10 examples of sustainable and ecological design by the AIA’s Committee of the Environment, the LEED platinum CanmetMATERIALS Technology Laboratory in Hamilton, Ontario, features a lobby bathed in natural light. Toronto’s Diamond Schmitt Architects opted for composite-based structural translucent panels to allow the transmission of daylight, without accompanying glare or heat gain.

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INTELLIGENT DAYLIGHTING Designers at San Jose, Calif.-based Aedis Architects knew the replacement skylight they specified for the gym at San Benito High School in Hollister, Calif., needed to aid illumination for a range of applications throughout the school day—the multipurpose space also serves as a lunch room and assembly space. The IntelaSun skylight met this requirement, as it features internal louvers that can be opened and closed to vary light transmittance from 66% down to 3%, using automated time clocks or wall-mounted controls. CPI Daylighting www.cpidaylighting.com Circle 404

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IT’S GOT CURVES Sun Tunnel skylights incorporate SunCurve lightcapturing technology to harvest more natural light during morning and evening hours and offer more diffuse illumination mid-day. When attached to a highly reflective Sun Tunnel, the systems also allow daylight to be distributed where it’s needed—and around structural and plenum obstructions that pose problems for traditional skylights. Velux www.veluxusa.com Circle 403

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The IntelaSun skylight features internal louvers that can be opened and closed to vary light transmittance from 66% down to 3%.

TURNING DOWN THE HEAT The 25-year-old, single-glazed acrylic skylight over the teller area of this Peoples Bank branch in Eatonton, Ga., was doing its job of spreading sunlight into the interior just a bit too well—related glare and heat gain made life uncomfortable for employees and customers alike. The Pinnacle 350 skylight that has replaced the aging unit uses Opal IR polycarbonate glazing to provide both UV protection and diffuse, full-spectrum daylight without added heat. Wausau Skylights www.wausauskylights.com Circle 401

DAYLIGHT BREATHES Featuring polycarbonate or glass glazing (along with other infill options), Colt Firelight ventilators can be specified with a variety of control options, along with insulated and non-insulated sandwich panels. The units also can be designed for use as a smoke ventilator, as well as for simple day-to-day ventilation. Bilco www.bilco.com Circle 402

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A microcosm of the art and science that goes into designing a building, windows represent everything that can go well, or bad, on a job. Reading about the windows to the right, and throughout this section, it’s a clear indicator to me, that we are not meant to be inside all day. However, providing natural light and views while maintaining a high-performance envelope requires precision on every front for an application to succeed. Window failures may cause inefficiency and discomfort— even danger, as visitors to the LEGO Brick-by-Brick engineering exhibit saw a LEGO-style animation of the great window debacle at the John Hancock

Windows and cladding demand exacting details. Engineering, assembly, installation and glass selection must align perfectly for envelopes to meet efficiency goals. Tower in Boston. There 10,000 windows fell and their replacement nearly doubled the construction budget. Regardless of a project’s age or size, optimal envelope performance is key to any building success, be it from an energy, comfort, performance or beauty perspective. What’s more, operability and hardware make windows functional and more appealing to occupants—at least those in passive or naturally ventilated buildings. In the same vein, exterior cladding products are just as critical, and therefore must exhibit similar versatility and ease-of-installation—and that’s not even mentioning aesthetics improvements, which cab boost branding opportunities with expanded color palettes, unique textures, or even indestructible wood looks. From skyscraper to strip mall, this synergy of cladding and windows offer opportunities for increasingly efficient, expressive façades; so take note of the on-trend hardware, unique factory finishes and Passive House performance standards that deliver on details demanded by today’s architecture.

Ideal for colder climates, Zola triple-pane thermally broken aluminum system windows come standard with R-11 glass and R-15 quad glass optional; the window’s multiple lock systems the triple air seals exceed Energy Star requirements by 50% .

NATURAL PORTAL Zola Windows delivers tremendous value in a triplepane, thermally broken aluminum system. With R-11 glass standard and R-15 quad glass optional, Thermo Alu75 can be offered in extremely large sizes. It is available as a Tilt & Turn window, as well as Lift & Slide, French and entry doors. The frame incorporates a three-chamber thermal break, resulting in superior interior comfort and energy savings. Multiple lock systems and triple air seals the window exceeds Energy Star requirements by over 50%. Zola’s Thermo Alu75 offers flexibility in design and performance. It can be delivered with triple and quad glazing and adapts to several architectural styles. Circle 400

Megan Mazzocco Senior Editor Zola’s Thermo Alu75 excels due to its flexibility in design and performance. It can be delivered with triple glazing for the highest performance, and adapts to many architectural styles. Traditional designs enjoy the availability of divided lites, while modern designs make use of fully concealed hinge systems, a recessed install and the Thermo Alu’s ability to carry huge pieces of glazing to be architecturally striking.

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A panoramic mountainside view may be some people’s happy place, and window systems are growing increasingly sophisticated to meet the demands of extreme climates and the design aesthetics of discriminating architects, interior designers and their clients.

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Pella Architect Series Reserve features historically accurate, finely detailed sash and grille profiles.

EnduraClad exterior finish protects the window from the elements. A satin black interior is an option for a factory finish.

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SLATE OF HAND “Fundy Slate� is one of four patterns available in the Atlantic Dry-Stack line of manufactured thin-stone veneers, all designed for easier installation and envelope protection. It attaches using screws, with no mortar required. The high-strength concrete material is designed for use over insulated concrete forms, with wraparound corner units available to create natural looking corners and columns. Circle 398

SILVERWOOD STONE Atlantic Dry-Stack silverwoodstone.com

Douglas Fanning sculpts light in a combination of metal, glass and stone. The Taper Series explores the space between two points with hand-milled seamless blades suspended from brass or stainless steel canopies and rods.

BLADE RUNNER Slim-lined Taper series luminaires can be wallmounted as functional sculpture or suspended, alone or in groups, for uplighting or downlighting, like an illuminated Calder mobile. The fixtures are available in three lengths, from 72 in. to 120 in., and in several painted and metallic finishes. All configurations can be customized. Circle 397

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As effective illumination becomes synonymous with an undetected light source or a luminous surface, a bespoke fixture acts as functional art, punctuating interiors with sculptural forms or hanging like a mobile.

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MAINTAIN YOUR HIGH PROFILE Enhancing a roof’s ridgelines, Ultra HP High Profile Ridge Cap Shingles are a more professional alternative to site-cut shingles as a protection that enhances water-shedding. Circle 396

WOLF-GORDON Alpha wolfgordon.com

STRETCH OF THE IMAGINATION WG Design Studio textile designer, Morgan Bajardi, combines modern weaving capabilities with Jacquard looms to create Wolf-Gordon’s new Woven Upholstery 02 Collection. Pushing the boundaries of textile constructions, or speaking what Bajardi calls the “Language of the Loom” poetically, leads to creation of a fabric of increasing complexity. A cross fertilization of textile and architectural design, structures metaphorically reveal crossbeams, considered warp ends to the “fabric,” in-filled with weft “planes,” such as windows or balconies on a façade. Shown here is Alpha. Circle 395

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MODULAR AND ADAPTABLE Interchangeable lenses and end caps help make the CWM wallmount fixture adaptable to a range of lighting applications, in either surface-mounted or semi-recessed installations. The damp-listed luminaires can be specified in four color temperatures and five lumen packages, with lens possibilities that include options for fabric and other custom inserts. Circle 394

The clean lines in the Urban fi xture represent a lamp without design artifi ce.

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Hospitality’s embrace of farmto-table and wellness manifests in growing micro greens or green walls in interiors that uplift patrons and staff who eat and work among them.

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SIMPLICITY AS INSPIRATION Designer Dima Loginoff states his intent for the Urban ceiling-mount and pendant fixture “was to design a lamp without any design artifice.” The result is a cleanlined family featuring varied-size canopies and heights, which can be specified in white, bronze and matte nickel. Circle 393

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Hanover Architectural Products addition to its permeable paving unit line is a nominal 12-in. × 18-in. paver. With actual dimensions of 11.75-in. × 17 5/8-in. thicknesses from 2-in. to 3-in., the Permeable paver has minimal joint openings for ADA Compliance. It is recommended for pedestrian applications only and can be laid in 90-degree herringbone, running bond and additional patterns. Circle 392

TundraBrick brick veneer is created using molds of historic installations for an authentic appearance, without the weight. The individual masonry units, available in four finishes, feature slightly squared edges that have been chiseled to create the look of bricks that have weathered the decades. Circle 391

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A BEAUTIFUL REFLECTION GlasKap CR G cap sheets can cap off a cool-roof installation by providing a highly reflective roofing surface created through the use of special minerals. Intended for build-up systems, the sheets also incorporate a high-quality asphalt coating for elasticity and waterproofing, along with a fiberglass reinforcement mat for rot-resistance and dimensional stability. Circle 390

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URBAN BOLLARD Designed by Swiss lighting consultant Christian Vogt for HessAmerica, City Elements is a configurable modularized light column system with specialized elements for a variety of lighting and non-lighting functions. The 9-in. diameter column may be configured in heights ranging from low-level bollards to columns up to 30-ft. in height. Multiple modules may be integrated into a column to satisfy a broad range of site objectives from a single location, simplifying installation with a minimal footprint. Circle 389

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THE 64-COLOR CRAYON BOX Kolbe Windows & Doors updated exterior color palette allows additional branding and customization in light commercial applications. Bold or muted, traditional or contemporary aesthetics include subtle nuances of gray and black range from warm to cool, radiant hues and classic tints to match the style and era of any historical project. Mica and anodized finishes offer an elegant sheen to modern design. Circle 388

Work that room Put every square inch of floorspace to use, with WoodFold Accordion Doors. Subdivide a too-large space for multiple functions, or reduce noise from area to area in schools, daycares, churches, and group homes. ADA compatible, WoodFold Accordion Doors feature ease-of-use, custom materials and finishes, and durable hardware options like locks and curvable tracks.

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Roll with it Top-mounted roll-ups define public and private areas, secure customer windows or service areas at closing time, and divide rooms with the classic style of a rolltop desk. Choose from a variety of latches and locks and let it roll with manual, motorized, or crank operation. WoodFold Roll-Up Doors provide sophistication and smooth, problem-free performance, tailored to your needs.

Windows are like the picture frame for a stunning view; fortunately, window manufacturers are akin to custom frame shops, offering myriad finish and hardware options.

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AUTHENTICLOOK LVT Refreshed designs in Parallel 20 and Parallel 12 LVT are designed to accommodate multiple budgets and performance needs, the surfaces provide affordable luxury flooring that offers an industry-best warranty. Parallel 20/12 provides a cost-effective LVT option and features a variety of neutrals with the realism of wood, stone and contemporary textural on-trend visuals. Circle 385

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CLEAN-LINE ENABLER Carports, decks and fences typically require kneebracing for lateral support, but this necessity can take away from a designer’s wish for cleaner lines and unobstructed views. The new MPBZ moment post base eliminates the need for such moment resistance, using an overlapping sleeve design that encapsulates the post to keep it stable, even when lateral loads are applied from above. Circle 384

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PRECIOUS PEARL Swisspearl fiber cement panels are comprised of cement, pulverized limestone, water and air. In addition to environmental benefits they offer myriad aesthetics for ventilated facades. Swisspearl Largo panels adorn the Atrium, a new center of luxury apartments in Parma, Italy, where facades with room-height glazing and white panels emphasize the sharp geometry of the modern multi-family residences. Largo panels offer a variety of colors, textures and fasteners for an ideal architectural expression. Circle 383

Viega’s in-wall flush tank offers design flexibility, allowing for a cleaner, more modern look.

Unveiled at KBIS, Viega offers an in-wall flush tank for a clean, modern aesthetic and an easily maintained facility. System features design freedom and flexibility while still offering an accessible flow system when maintenance is required. Viega in-wall flushing technology also offers unmatched cleanliness; the system also includes a dual flush tank for water savings. Circle 381

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NATURAL FIBER FABRICS Camira combines wool and flax for its Patina collection, unveiled at the Stockholm Furniture Fair. The blend balances composition with construction, beauty and performance. The flax content scatters white flecks across the surface of the fabric for a natural heathered effect. The fabric also harnesses flax’s natural ability to meet the higher flammability standards without chemical treatment. Circle 380

LASER LACE Elina laser-cut curtain fabric from Swiss textile manufacturer, Création Baumann, features a vertical design counterbalanced with a delicate horizontal stripe at regular, well-spaced intervals. A perfect complement to contemporary architecture, Elina’s clean lines filter incoming light to produce a serene symmetrical pattern. The collection comes in two colors: white and black. Elina is made of 100%-flame retardant polyester (Trevira CS) and is suitable for commercial and hospitality applications. Circle 382

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VERSA WALLCOVERINGS Aura versawallcoverings.com

ART FOR THE WALL The Aura line of vinyl wallcoverings by Versa Wallcoverings evokes weathered, aged and handcrafted materials. Eight colorways include earth tones that simulate the wear of a treasured antique, that resemble weathered iron, steel and copper and brights that conjure thoughts of hand-painted crafts and time-tested tapestries. Made of 20 oz., low-VOC vinyl on nonwoven backing, Aura is certified to NSF 342. Circle 378

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NEW ONE-PINT URINAL ON THE BLOCK Expanding its one-pint urinal offerings, the vitreous china wall-mount Pintbrook high-efficiency urinal operates in the range of 0.125 to 0.5 gallons per flush, using up to 87% less water than a standard 1.0 gpf urinal. With a generously deep bowl and splash protection contours, the fixture is ADA compliant as well. Circle 377

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THE MEDIA IS THE MESH-AGE LEDs integrated into filigreed stainless-steel mesh illuminate to highlight the luxury brands carried by retail tenants of the upscale Eton Place Dalian mall in the port city of Dalian, China. Specified by designers from the Beijing office of NBBJ, these large-format Mediamesh screens create a signature statement for the six-story center, which connects two mixed-use towers in a five-tower development. Circle 376

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IT SEES YOU COMING AND GOING Combining custom configurations of VC-Strip LED video strips and related controllers, designers with MODE Architectural created a highly interactive lighting installation in a Bellevue, Wash., office tower. The light sculpture reacts to people and objects moving through the building’s atrium, as well as to local weather and traffic data—as traffic speeds up, so does the activity of the sculpture, and that activity changes direction depending on the wind. Circle 375

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DARLING VANITY Duravit’s Darling New collection was created by the renowned Sieger Design. Darling New is an instant classic for its harmonious shapes, delicate edges, and easy elegance. The incorporation of Duravit’s new c-bonded technology is an innovative manufacturing process that works in tandem with Darling New’s washbasins, allowing the ceramic to fuse seamlessly with the surface of the vanity base to create a perfect, single unit. Darling New offers expanded washbasin sizes and an innovative, water-friendly rimless toilet. Together, the materials and manufacturing technology create an exceptionally durable and elegantly contoured vanity. Circle 374

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Koll Airport Professional Center Renovation, Irvine, CA ARCHITECT: LPA, Inc., Irvine, CA THE LOOK THAT WORKS: Clear-anodized aluminum sun controls reduce energy costs, and contribute to LEED credits.

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SCREEN TIME Look no further than DIRTT for an elegant pre-fab solution to an A/V wall that looks like a custom installation and allows easy access and simple maintenance. The company has recently teamed with NanoLumens to create the slimmest sleekest installation with an embedded NanoLumens 1.8MM NanoSlim Engage display. Circle 373

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Clearly Evolving Introducing the latest evolution in low-e glass. Architects strive for continuous improvement — in fact, you might say it’s in their DNA. Developed with guidance from architects and featuring proprietary technology by Vitro Architectural Glass (formerly PPG Glass), Solarban® 90 glass provides the superior solar control performance and optimal occupant comfort architects have always wanted with the aesthetics of clear glass.

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Boston-based Artaic introduces two new mosaic patterns, making it 10 free-flowing, richly textured mosaic patterns in the SPLASH! collection. Based on the spontaneous movements of water and surrounding landscapes, Rift (inspired by kelp) and Serene (inspired by the calm sea) join the Oceanic Collection. The two mosaic series presents stylized motifs of seaweed, rippling water and calming beaches. SPLASH! uses Artaic’s Vitreous Glass Tiles, which feature an extensive color palette, several finish options and is available in two sizes. Circle 372

Computer automated mosaic manufacturing capabilities bring fine art glass mosaics to a broader range of markets.

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INTELLIGENT ALARM Deltrex USA’s intelligent Local Door Alarm (iLDA) is a Bluetooth enabled door alarm that mounts into a standard twogang electrical box, powered from 10vdc32vdc. A 2.6-in. LCD shows various door conditions such as: Secured, Alarm, Held Open, etc. and uses the iButton digital key in lieu of traditional mechanical arm/disarm keys. Shunt/Bypass/ Silence and other features are performed locally using the iButton, iPhone or remotely from any Access Control System. iLDA provides four dry relays programmed via onboard jumper to allow for supervision: NC, 1K, 1K/2K wth no need for external EOL supervision resistors. The Intelligent Local Door Alarm (iLDA) from DeltrexUSA is a Bluetooth enabled door alarm. Circle 371

WALL BASEBOARD A new top-set wall baseboard introduced by SchluterSystems provides an alternative to traditional baseboards in commercial buildings and condominiums. Made of metal, provides added durability and won’t crack or shrink over time. Designed to be installed after the floor, it can be used over any new floor surface, offering cost-savings over custom fabricated baseboards. Circle 370

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Find your comfort zone. On so many levels. Establish a comfort zone with Solarban® glass by Vitro Architectural Glass (formerly PPG Flat Glass)— now under new ownership and driven by the same U.S.-based plants, people and products trusted by architects for years. Within the Solarban® brand family of low-e glass coatings, you’ll find a wide array of solar control performance and aesthetic options delivering unparalleled choices. Backed by 50 years of proven reliability and a formula for the future, you can find comfort in the Solarban® glass family. Start your own stack of Solarban® samples at vitroglazings.com/solarban or 855-VTRO-GLS (887-6457).

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Aluflam has a complete offering of true extruded aluminum fire-rated vision doors, windows and glazed wall systems, fire-rated for up to 120 minutes. Available in all architectural finishes, our products are almost indistinguishable from non-fire-rated doors and windows. You won’t have to compromise aesthetics to satisfy safety regulations.

SAFE SOUND STAIN Sansin SDF is a superior penetrating finish as well as an incredibly durable stain for wood siding. One coat of SDF stain creates a monolithic bond with its wood substrate and adds dimensional stabilization. The finish is available for on-site or factory finish applications. Purity Clear interior stain achieves the same durable, scrub-able surface for woods like pine and cedar in interior settings. Circle 369

The Sansin SDF and Sansin Purity Clear were used to coat the wood of the entire Centre Videotron, an indoor arena in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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PARTITION PARTY CRL-U.S. Aluminum’s partition systems combine utility with modern aesthetics. The 487 Series Integrated Slider features a sleek and slim 1-in. face trim with minimal hardware for light transmission and unobstructed views. Circle 368

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McNICHOLS ® Perforated Metal crowns this LA Fitness Health Club in Cleveland, Ohio. The facility’s overhead canopy was constructed using more than 75 cut-to-size panels that distribute light regardless of the time of day. Each panel was electro galvanized for a hi-tech look that will last for years to come. FEATURED HOLE PRODUCT McNICHOLS® Perforated Metal Plain Steel, 3/8" Round Hole, 1/2" Staggered Centers, 51% Open Area Please allow McNICHOLS to support you on your next project. With a knowledgeable team and 18 stocking locations nationwide, we are ready and Inspired to Serve® you!

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YOUNG AT HEART The classic L-1 task lamp, which has illuminated many a designer’s work surface, just celebrated its 80th birthday, and now can be ordered with the latest LED light source. Designed by Norwegian industrialist Jac Jacobsen, the fixture’s multi-function flexible arm still draws fans—more than 25 million L-1s have been sold worldwide since its 1937 introduction. Circle 365

REVOLUTIONARY RESISTANCE Antolini’s natural stone surfaces treated with Azerocare sealer grants soft marble, onyxes, and hard quartzites, as well as a water- and oil-repellent protection against staining and etching. It is the first treatment ever of its kind to offer this level of protection without sacrificing or affecting the colors and characteristics of the natural stone. Circle 367

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J+J Flooring Group’s Kinetex brand of textile flooring introduces Foundry. The designs interpret the look of stained concrete in 13 colorways. Infused color is set against a complementing neutral background create a fluid flooring design for a variety of environments. Foundry comes standard with PreFix, J+J’s innovative pre-applied releasable adhesive fully integrated with the unique Kinetex backing. The highly breathable tile can be installed on concrete with RH levels up to 99%. Circle 366

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IT’S A RACQUET London’s prestigious Hurlingham Club engaged David Morley Architects to design its new Racquet Centre to house four tennis courts and four squash courts. The firm’s plan called for a suspended-steel roof structure with structural wood infill that also offered sound absorption to minimize the echoing of all those bouncing balls—and the structure needed to support a green sedum roof across its sloped profile. Kerto LVL laminated veneer lumber met all these needs, with Kerto Sonans panels backed by acoustic insulation providing the desired acoustic performance. Circle 364

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Within a four month time frame, the United States Department of Energy Forrestal Building Collaboration Center reset the standard for a government work space with the revitalized Acrovyn Wall Panel System featuring custom shaped panels that transformed a nontraditional working lounge without compromising durability or design. The design team had to meet specific requirements while using the lounge’s four walls to make a major impact. The space required the wall materials to be easily maintained, durable and removable.

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The team selected one wall as a focal point for the design, installing Acrovyn Wall Panels with a Chameleon™ Sunlit Maple woodgrain pattern that was a perfect match with the new lounge furniture. The wall, spanning 30 feet long and 12 feet tall, features the new demountable Sure Snap™ System for a fast and easy installation that allowed the design team to mock-up and finish the lounge walls in a short period of time.

Saga pendants connect easily into Baldur light-line systems, providing accent lighting to complement Baldur’s general ambient illumination. The pendants can be specified in round or square profiles and are well-suited for highlighting horizontal surfaces in hospitality, office and retail settings. Circle 363

“Working with the new Acrovyn Wall Panels made installation easy and stunning,” said Alexis Peck of Peck Peck & Associates. Incorporating the varied reveal width “saved time by eliminating the contractor’s need to measure two inches from every single panel that was placed. Our approach to the design was to make everything flexible.” Construction Specialties (CS), a leading manufacturer of specialty building products, provides an extensive range of new wall panel design options that can be installed in half the time currently required. All finish types provide the same protection and durability that the industry expects from award-winning Acrovyn Wall Protection.

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Cladding manufacturers offering unique colors, textures and even indestructible wood looks with commercialgrade durability provide architects with a broad materials palette to create expressive exteriors reflective of business and branding objectives. COLORING BOOK Trespa Pura NFC contemporary exterior siding is crafted from up to 70% natural fibers that are impregnated with thermosetting resins and features a closed surface that ensures optimum weather resistance. The innovative material is highly impact resistant and does not need to be painted or lacquered; it cleans easily with soap and water. Trespa Pura NFC can be applied both horizontally and vertically, side by side or in lap style. Circle 362

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FREESTANDING WHIRLPOOL

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Introducing its first freestanding whirlpool bathtub, Jacuzzi’s Modena jetted bath features eight flushmount SlimPro jets, standard LED Chromatherapy, electronic control panel and four bathtub color options. A quiet jet system is fully enclosed within the bathtub skirt while Jacuzzi’s Whisper+ Technology feature significantly reduces noise and vibration. In addition, the company’s CleanLine anti-microbial water lines ensure cleanliness and durability. Circle 360

PERFORATED ACOUSTICAL PANELS Installed inside the auditorium of Bloomfield Hills High School, just outside of Detroit, is 36,000-sq.-ft. of Acoustigreen’s Fusion Ceiling and Wall panels. With wood veneer, either in flat panels or with a variety of perforation options, the panels come in standard perforations of 4-mm, 6-mm or 8-mm diameter holes spaced 16-mm or 32-mm on center in both square and diamond patterns. Custom diameter, spacing and patterns are available, as well as a slotted design. For projects requiring a sound absorption, an acoustical backer may be installed above or behind the panels. Circle 361

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ON THE VERGE Incorporating clean, rinse and dry functionality inside a new WashBar feature, Bradley’s latest Verge system conveniently delivers the soap, towels or hand dryer in a panel next to the basin. Available in 0.5 GPM and 0.35 GPM flow rates, the system, made from Evero quartz material, accommodates multiple users at once. Circle 359

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PLAYING THE SLOTS Narrow lines and indirect optics allow the Focus Wall Slot luminaire to create a “floating ceiling” effect when it’s installed around ceiling perimeters. Plus, fixtures can be combined into infinite run lengths, with precise light-module spacing creating the appearance of uninterrupted illumination. A range of light-output and colortemperature options are available. Circle 295

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The low-profile perimeter luminaire is prefect for shallow or drywall ceiling applications.

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JET SETTER Inspired by the finegrained quartzite found in the Swiss Alps, the Ambassador series from Daltile lends high-end styling. Eons of stratification are reflected in the distinctive mono-directional graining of this ColorBody porcelain tile. Large format sizes in four colors make the series a natural choice for design possibilities in both commercial and residential spaces. The threedimensional mosaic adds to the dynamics of this series, available in three sizes, including: 24-in. × 24-in., 12-in. × 24-in. and 24-in. × 48-in. Circle 296

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The flooring is inspired by the “space in between” man-made and nature.

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LIMESTONE LOOK Dignitary is one of six new collections from Daltile. The series is a limestone-look ColorBody porcelain tile that provides depth on surfaces as it replicates French limestone embedded with fossil layers and natural veins. Dignitary comes in six colors—Luminary White, Notable Beige, Superior Taupe, Eminence Grey, Herald Brown and Governor Black—and is suited to traditional or contemporary styles. Unpolished finish is available in three large-format sizes while polished and textured finishes, as well as 2-cm thickness, are also available in 24-in. × 24-in. size tile. Circle 298

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DUPONT Corian Sinks www.dupont.com

Indigenous Earth Collection is a natural exploration inspired by the “space in between” man-made and nature. State-of-the art digital print technology to create longer pattern repeats, ranging from 160-in. to 180in., and much more subtle color gradations for a more natural aesthetic. Designs like GeoGrid impart stone that has been eroded by a fabricated element, this collection embodies the “space in between” manufactured and natural. Circle 297

SIGNS OF COLOR DuPont Corian has introduced 16 new colors of Corian and Zodiac Solid Surfaces; some of those colors appear in its new line of ready-made sinks. Corian sinks provide a seamless, elegant look for applications requiring extra durability. Circle 299

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Clemson University Core Campus Housing and Dining Complex Clemson, S.C. The new 286,000-sq.-ft., 5-building Clemson University Core Campus Housing and Dining Complex brings an interactive living-learning community to students at one of the nation’s top 20 public universities. Architect Bill Fleming, Stevens & Wilkinson, reimagined his alma matter from early master planning to interior build out—an undertaking that spanned over a decade. “The challenge was to incorporate residential, dining facilities and retail dining facilities to co-exist with each other, while separately giving expression to the dining hall, the residential halls, and incorporate the honors hall—giving it all a visual,” said Fleming. Pending LEED Silver classification, the complex opened in the fall of 2016. It features 700 student beds, 1200 seats for dining on three levels, the facility includes flexible, high-quality, open spaces for connectivity to and from central campus buildings, as well as the adjacent football stadium and Calhoun mansion.

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Carolina Collection, Forterra Brick On each building, the base, or bottom, portion (1st floor) is clad in Norman-style brick in Burgundy-Velour.

Bill Fleming, AIA, Vice President, Senior Architect with more than 30 years of industry experience, assumes responsibility for the overall coordination of projects at Stevens & Wilkinson.

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Vermont Structural Slate Co. Semi-weathering, slate laid in shingle fashion, in Medium Charcoal Gray Heathermoor Roofing Slate. Exterior silver slate was chosen to provide variance in material, the panels accentuate adjacent glass and curtainwall materials.

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Architectural Collection, Carolina Ceramics Brick Co. From the first floor through the 6th floor tower, the brick is Modular-style in Old Richmond No. 531. While other campus buildings are capped at 5 stories, these residential towers needed to be six. To meet the project requirements while still blending in with the scale of the local buildings, Stevens & Wilkinson created a full sixth floor on each tower building, to be set back from the brick façade with an overhang, creating almost an optical illusion.

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In each of the three residential dorm towers, there is a two-story kitchen/lounge space, with a small balcony facing west. Each tower features a different identity and color scheme.

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The honors college Great Hall features a wood ceiling of varying heights that slopes in two directions to create a unique effect, and project an open image toward the east main campus pedestrian path.

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A multi-purpose space, the Great Hall’s varied seating can be manipulated into different configurations for visiting lectures, small study groups or debates. In fact, just a few months after opening in the fall, it became a campus gathering place to watch the 2016 presidential returns. “We chose wood ceilings and pendant lighting to make the Great Hall more residential in feel,” said Fleming. “This was designed to be the students’ home, with a family room-type atmosphere.”

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Our Specialty? Playing the Field. Construction Specialties’ louvers play wherever and however you need them to. From extreme weather hurricane to non-drainable models. Installed new or retrofitted. From classically simple designs to bold, multicolored patterns. From outdoor baseball to indoor football, from college to the pros, architects continue to choose louvers from Construction Specialties for stadiums, arenas and virtually any other building application. The one constant? All-star defense against the elements without compromising airflow. You’ll never look at louvers the same way again. For more information, call 800.631.7379 or visit c-sgroup.com

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Facing west, the two-story main residential dining hall has become a central gathering point for the Clemson campus. With its ceramic frit glass, the space brings daylight in, while shading glare and heat load from the hot South Carolina sun. Although the café is a large, two-story open room with polished concrete floors, Fleming and his team gave the space a smaller feel by using multiple seating and serving stations, including small cubicles—all accented in orange, one of the Clemson school colors. “We tried to vary the seating arrangements and options—some are booths; others are bar height parsons tables; yet others are standard tables and chairs to allow students multiple seating arrangements in the facility,” said Fleming.

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“When there’s longer time between courses, work, classes etc., students often sit up in the mezzanine and use it as a study hall,” said Fleming.

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Project: Clemson University Core Campus Housing and Dining Complex Location: Clemson, S.C. Opened: Fall 2016 Owner: Clemson University Architect of Record: Stevens & Wilkinson Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers: Stevens & Wilkinson Construction Observation: RMS Architecture Housing Design Team: VMDO Architects Dining Hall Design Team: SASAKI Food Service Consultant: Ricca Design Studios Fire Protection: Cromer Engineering Lighting, AV, Acoustical: Newcomb & Boyd LEED Consultant: Merrick & Co. Furniture Providers: Young Office Environments Inc. & Miller’s Inc.

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Pterodactyl Office Building, Culver City, Calif. The prehistoric eagle has landed on top of a nearly 20-year-old parking structure in an avant garde L.A. County office complex. Dubbed the “Pterodactyl” by designers at Eric Owen Moss Architects, the advanced design’s success depended on a close collaboration with structural engineering consultants.

If you close one eye and squint just right, you can begin to see how Eric Owen Moss Architect’s “Pterodactyl” office building got its nickname. Its boxy, angled profile also can resemble a “Transformers” toy that’s halfway between its racing-car and monster-robot identities. Regardless of visual metaphor, the building’s seemingly random lines belie cutting-edge architectural

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and structural design that, quite possibly, simply wouldn’t have been possible even just 20 years ago. The structure is the latest project in a decades-long effort to transform a former grouping of contiguous warehouses in Culver City, Calif., into a signature multi-use campus. The parking garage that serves as Pterodactyl’s pedestal was purpose-

built in 1998, with the intent of serving as the foundation for a future office building. In fact, 18 of the garage’s steel structural members were left protruding 20 ft. or more above the top parking deck to provide support for a future project. The process of turning early drawings of a composition of nine oddly-angled boxes into a unified design re-

quired close cooperation between Eric Owen Moss architects and structural engineers with the Los Angelesbased firm NAST Enterprises. NAST has worked with Moss on multiple projects within an area referred to on real estate maps as the “Hayden Tract,” and marketed under the moniker of “Conjunctive Points,” by developers Fred and Laurie Samitaur Smith. These

include the “Stealth” and “Beehive” office buildings. “This architect is a very structurally careful designer—he wants to see structure, but he wants it to be clever,” says Hooman Nastarin, founder of NAST Enterprises. “There are places where it’s hidden and places where it’s oversized. We had to do a lot of acrobatics to make it work.”

In the case of Pterodactyl, all those acrobatics have paid off. The final result has racked up a significant collection of awards, from a 2016 American Institute of Architects Honor Award and the Metal Construction Assn.’s 2016 Commercial/Industrial Chairman’s Award, to the 2016 Excellence in Structural Engineering Award from the National Council of Structural Engineers Assn.

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A LITTLE MORE ON TOP Structural engineer Hooman Nastarin also worked on the team that designed the 1998 parking structure that’s now the base for a two-story office building. “We always knew there would be something on top,” he says, “so we designed it to have enough strength to hold up a couple of stories.” From our vantage point, structural plans evolved, though, as that “something on top” was, first, an office structure that could be assumed to have a fairly uniform weight distribution, and then the more sculptural—and much less uniform—Pterodactyl. “Once it became the Pterodactyl, the load patterns were different, and we had to rearrange our thinking,” Nastarin says. One thing that didn’t change, however, is the original parking structure’s aged appearance, though this isn’t due to lack of oversight. Instead, notes Nastarin, “It was intentional—every single detail was evaluated very carefully.”

The building’s seemingly random lines belie cutting-edge structural design, and wouldn’t have been possible 20 years ago.

DESIGN DETAIL The rendering, courtesy of Rheinzink, shows in detail, how the new office sits atop the old parking structure.

WRAPAROUND DESIGN The front façade’s boxy protrusions appear to have continued through to Pterodactyl’s backside, thanks to unique fabrication and installation of the building’s metal Rheinzink America Flat Lock Tiles. Rather than ending at corners and edges, the tiles wrap around them, adding to the impression of visual continuity from front to back.

BRINGING IT TOGETHER Balancing architectural desires with structural requirements necessitated close collaboration between designers and engineers. Daily briefings and weekly 3- to 4-hour joint work sessions allowed complete communication. Such a complicated building is rare at such a small scale and, initially, NAST’s engineers considered each of the nine “box” structures in the Eric Owen Moss composition individually because of software limitations. “Then software capacity came along that allowed us to bring it all together.”

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PERFECT PERCH Above the surrounding low-rise office structures, Pterodactyl’s glassy exposures provide wide-open views in all four directions. Gensler created multiple opportunities for office occupants to treat the parking structure’s top deck as their own backyard patio, including a custom BBQ island. Nastarin notes that sizing the garage-topping building required more than just an understanding of the existing structural capacity. Because the garage serves several other buildings, as well, state and local parking space mandates also had to be considered.

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“The building may not seem that big, and the elements aren’t that large either—but it is definitely fantastic.” —Hooman Nastarin, NAST Enterprises Corp.

OUTSIDE-IN Gensler did the interior design for Pterodactyl’s tenant, the creative agency Omelet. Working with Tangram Studios, the firm’s designers took advantage of the unique interior spaces created by the structure’s boxy composition to carve out program areas, like this conference room.

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Transformative Architecture Through their company Samitaur, developers Fred and Laurie Samitaur Smith began buying up abandoned warehouses in a Culver City, Calif., industrial neighborhood called the Hayden Tract in the early 1980s, and soon after began what has become a 20-plus-year relationship with architect Eric Owen Moss. Moss’s creations, which can echo the psychedelic geometry of a Frank Gehry art museum, but at a much smaller scale, have turned the former warehouse district into an architectural mecca called Conjunctive Points. Creative firms have flocked to this revitalized district, which LA Weekly has described as, “a mix between communist-bloc buildings in East Berlin and the set of Blade Runner.” The eight-block area now is home to offices for Fox Studios, Ogilvy Public Relations and Sony. This success has attracted outside developers to the area, including the firm Runyon, which last year opened Platform, a high-profile/high-end mixed-use retail and office development.

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PLAIN AND SIMPLE For such a complicated building program, the Eric Owen Moss design team opted for a surprisingly simple—and industrial— palette of interior-finish materials. The concrete surfaces of the parking garage continue into the office building as polishedconcrete flooring, and ceilings are a combination of exposed steel decking and the same metal wall panels used for exterior cladding and roofing. As a formal touch, however, interior walls and partitions are surfaced in plaster, not drywall.

“You couldn’t do anything like this in masonry, wood or any other material , that would have had the same kind of impact.” —Mark Dewalt, AIA, MCA judge and principal with Valerio Dewalt Train Assocs.

GOOD BONES Structural-steel members create much of the interior drama in Moss’s plan. Left exposed and painted in a simple galvanized finish, they let NAST Enterprises’ engineering design take center stage throughout the 16,000-sq.-ft. office space. Glazing is concentrated along the structure’s north façade to both minimize heat gain and maximize penetration of natural light into interior spaces.

The Value of Technology While the Eric Owen Moss design might have begun as a series of paper sketches more than a decade ago, bringing it to construction required a bit more computing power than any No. 2 pencil could provide. The firm’s architects worked with Digital Project/Catia, the 3D modeling software developed by Frank Gehry’s Gehry Technologies, and Rhino, from Robert McNeel & Assocs. NAST Enterprises did much of its design using RISA 3D, from RISA Technologies. “They dedicated a tremendous amount of staff and work hours toward presenting every piece to us,” Nast says, describing the efforts of Moss architects to ensure the structural engineers understood their design intent. The software, along with the iterative working process the two teams developed in concert, enabled the detailed fabrication specifications required to make such a complicated design constructible. “The fabrication would have been too costly, otherwise,” Nast says. “Because creating all those connections and applying every one of the bends would have been impossible.”

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The View Is Great from Up Here RJTR architects designed a glass-clad highrise, which was built atop the Mint Museum in Charlotte's Uptown neighborhood. CHALLENGE: Scheduled to open in March 2017, the 43-story Museum Tower is expected to earn LEED Silver certification. The residential high-rise houses 394 one- and two-bedroom apartments, 10 penthouses, a rooftop plaza and the Mint Museum. INFLUENCE: Rule Joy Trammel + Rubio (RJTR) designed the high-rise to complement the contemporary architecture of the existing Mint Museum, and help transform the city into an iconic centerpiece of the Queen City. CRITERIA: Project manager John Morgan, senior associate with RJTR, said glass played an integral role in achieving the project’s design and sustainability goals, and in managing difficult construction challenges presented by the building’s height and lack of exterior accessibility. “We were able to specify a glazing solution that not only worked within our construction constraints, but also met its stringent energy and thermal performance requirements.” SOLUTION: J.E. Berkowitz, LP (JEB) fabricated vision and spandrel Winduo insulating glass units (IGUs) incorporating high-performance, low-e SunGuard SNR 43 on CrystalGray glass and clear glass by Guardian Glass North America. The IGUs also utilized the JEB 3Seal warm-edge spacer, featuring a T-shaped design that improves total wall performance, increases condensation resistance factors, and mitigates against PIB primary seal migration.

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Mesa Community College’s re-dedication to music and the arts gave birth to a new performing arts center, acoustically fine-tuned with an inner and outer shell of sound-reflective masonry. CHALLENGE: The transformation of the Mesa Community College (MCC) Performing Arts Center began when the college purchased the Harkins Movie Theatre, a vacant movie house built in 1979, to drive student interest in the arts and offer a broad range of musical, dance and theatrical performances. Designed by Jones Studio of Phoenix, the $10.3 million, multi-purpose facility, opened as the MCC Performing Arts Center in 2014. This rebirth and rededication into the arts found the center in need of some acoustic fine-tuning, with inner and outer shells of sound-reflective masonry. INFLUENCE: Serving as the project’s lead designer, Brian Farling, AIA and a Principal at Jones Studio, modeled the center’s architecture on the creative re-purposing of cherished songs and a deep respect of the Sonoran Desert. CRITERIA: Comprising the center’s inner and outer shell the variety of masonry was chosen both for structure and finish. For example, the architectonics of the new performance hall were defined by two separate enclosure shells and a steel frame. The exterior shell is a composition of exposed masonry and raked, unpainted cement stucco over metal stud framing. The second is an interior exposed masonry

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enclosure that defines the primary acoustic volume of the hall. Inside, the theater is embedded in acoustical-enhancing masonry. SOLUTION: Oldcastle Architectural’s Echelon brand, Trenwyth Trendstone walls in the Black Canyon color pattern, support symphony, choir, band, jazz, percussion and voice. It also blends into the design scheme with the outer walls’ Architectural CMUs in Black Integral Color and Standard Gray.

The sound chamber was also designed by Farling so that its Echelon Trendstone ground-face masonry units would strategically bump from the walls and serve as an excellent sound reflector. Moving north along the side walls, the “bumps” change from a module of five masonry units wide by five units tall, all the way down to a single 8-ft. × 8-ft. × 16-ft. offsetting in and out to create small bumps. This variation in size allows for the smoother surfaces, or large out croppings, along the front sidewalls to provide stronger early reflections that improve clarity. The smaller bumps along the rear sidewalls offer more diffuse reflections to enhance sound envelopment. The side walls of the hall were also scalloped in a series of convex curves to ensure sound waves splay evenly throughout the audience chamber.

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Scenic Views Provide Spiritual Growth A place of quiet refuge, the Hope Church in Richmond, Va., wanted to create interior spaces for its Lodge expansion project that would blend the interior seamlessly with the outdoor environment.

CHALLENGE: The Lodge, an expansion project for the Hope Church in Richmond, Va., is a multipurpose facility with a large gathering space and small break out rooms, designed primarily to support the growth of the church’s teen ministry programs, as well as to facilitate community connections. INFLUENCE: Hope Church is a place of quiet refuge, a place to belong and a place to grow. All of these details were reflected in the design of the building.

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Dressing Up Houston A new 40-story residential tower in Houston’s urban core is quickly becoming a local icon, thanks in part to its lighted, curved balconies, creating a wavy, organic appearance up and down the building's gleaming façade. CHALLENGE: Known by its address—2929 Weslayan—the LEED Gold-certified tower includes 254 luxury apartment homes and 12,500 sq. ft. of retail space on the ground floor. Designed by Dallasbased RTKL Assocs., it provides panoramic views from spacious balconies. The balconies are on every floor, and they are curved, creating a wavy, organic appearance up and down the building’s gleaming façade. At night, those curves are accentuated by lines of light, which outline the edges of the balconies and form what appears, from a distance, to be a wave of light.

LIGHT SHOW When entering the underpass the color-changing lighting effects provide a dynamic display. There are also lighting fixtures under benches (below) to provide a soft glow for adjacent walking surfaces, which gives the paths a “romantic” feel in contrast to the underpass lighting.

INFLUENCE: Scott Oldner, of Scott Oldner Lighting Design, says the wave effect was intentional—to complement the glassy “river” that exists between the two columns of 16-ft. balconies. On the one hand, it’s a nod to nature; on the other, Oldner says, “The building was designed by RTKL to look like a woman in a flowing dress, with the balconies embellishing it like lace or the lines of a corset.”

Plexineon can be bent in the field, allowing each curve to be just a tad different—further contributing to the organic feel. SOLUTION: The balconies standout due to iLight Plexineon White 2X 4500 LED fixtures. One thing was certain to Oldner: that Plexineon was the right product for the job. Having already used it in several applications, he appreciates Plexineon’s bright, consistent light. “Consistent color temperature across all the fixtures was crucial. Tape in an extrusion would not have provided that consistency, Oldner says. Color-changing light was considered, but he adds, “The design was classic and costs were tight, so Project: 2929 Weslayan we needed to go with Location: Houston, Texas Architect: RTKL Assocs. a static white look. To add a bit of eye-candy, PRODUCT SPECS: we used the Plexineon Product: iLight Plexineon fixtures to define the White 2X 4500 LEDs upper dress and anothiLight Technologies er color temperature for ilight-tech.com the ‘skirt’ at the bottom.” Circle

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Team Effort at Practice Facility The Advocate Center, the new practice home to the Chicago Bulls, needed a resilient envelope due to Chicago’s seasonal weather changes. The metal panels chosen feature highperformance thermal efficiency and moisture control.

CHALLENGE: After holding practices in Deerfield, Ill. since 1992, the Chicago Bulls moved into their new Advocate Center practice facility in downtown Chicago in early 2015. Situated directly next door to the United Center—where the Bulls play their home games—the new practice facility eliminated what had previously been a half-hour commute for the players, coaches and team staff. Features such as two full-length basketball courts, media and weight rooms, a miniature barbershop, a hydrotherapy area, a kitchen-dining area and more, make the Advocate Center a first-class facility. INFLUENCE: The building also required a resilient

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Business School Clears the Air Washington University business school in St. Louis clears the air with natural ventilation and a five-story glass atrium as the centerpiece of a recent $65M renovation project. CHALLENGE: Washington University connected two adjoining buildings at the heart of the Olin School of Business with a five-story glass atrium as the centerpiece of a $65M renovation. What had been a shared, open courtyard would now be enclosed space, requiring ventilation and smoke controls. The geometry of the structure would essentially trap smoke in the event of a fire. Maintaining unbroken space and allowing natural light to filter through the atrium and illuminate all five levels below is one of the most welcoming design aspects. INFLUENCE: Passive natural ventilation has been a common European design practice for decades, and highly advanced products have been developed over the years to support this building practice. CRITERIA: The architect and engineers needed to

keep costs down, but still control smoke. The emergency generators needed to power a mechanical smoke evacuation, coupled with large exhaust fans would be expensive, not to mention breaking up the wide-open expanse of the roof. A lower-cost, unobtrusive system was required.

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SOLUTION: Because building fire protection code (NFPA92B) allows for natural ventilation as a means of smoke control, a mixed-mode system was proposed, combining natural and mechanical ventilation—though the smoke control system would be entirely passive.

The architects and the structural engineering company worked together to specify architectural-grade ventilation products, including glazed natural ventilators for the roof. A combination of doors, windows, and ventilators work in concert to allow cool air to enter the atrium space at low levels. As warm air rises, it exits through high-level ventilators from Bilco at the top of the space. The large difference in height between the low-level entry of fresh air and the exit of warm air through the atrium creates a large buoyancy effect that draws air through the building. The upward airflow and circulation creates a cooler, more comfortable indoor environment and an ideal path for smoke extraction. As an added benefit, a mixed-mode solution such as the Olin School’s put-in-place can also accommodate the concept of nighttime purging.

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4 BOOSTER PACKAGES U.S. Bank Stadium, the largest public works project in Minnesota history, is not just a multipurpose stadium in Minneapolis—it’s a work of art. The $1.1 billion stadium is nearly twice the size as the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings’ old home, and is praised for its commitment to sustainability. A Bell & Gossett Technoforce XLS Booster Package supplies all of the water—2000 GPM—to U.S. Bank Stadium. This includes providing water to the 979 bathroom stalls in the facility. The booster package, which is installed in the stadium’s basement, contains four B&G end suction pumps—three large pumps and one small pump. While only one pump works to send water throughout the building at 1200 GPM at a time, all four pumps were designed to work with the 75HP variable frequency drives (VFDs) installed in the water system to ensure optimal efficiency. A VFD-based booster pump system is advantageous in a high-rise structure because it can maintain more precise control over a wider range of the pumps’ flow rates while reducing energy consumption and pump wear.

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Metal Panels

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Last issue, you may have read our “Weathering the Storm” feature on creating more resilient cladding. A best practice observed in the article was to actively address water penetration. Coatings manufacturer Linetec is taking that pronouncement a step further in its white paper, “Choosing the Right Finish for Coastal Projects.” The manufacturer warns that aluminum cladding components are especially at risk from sea-spray corrosion in coastal areas. Preventative measures, such as 70% PVDF coatings or Class I anodize finishes, can help finished architectural aluminum retain its intended look and long life. The paper can be found at www.linetec.com.

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1 SHOWING ITS METAL Architects with SmithGroupJJR, working with Miller Buskus Lack, made metal the star in their plans for Champions Hall, on the Fayetteville campus of the University of Arkansas. Winning the Metal Construction Assn.’s 2016 Chairman’s Award for education projects, the design mixes perforated and seamed panels to emphasize and contrast horizontal and vertical surfaces.

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2 STRAIGHTENING THINGS UP Design beauty is more than skin deep in this striking renovation of a 1985 office building in Long Beach, Calif. Architects with Irvine, Calif.-based Ware Malcomb, along with installers from Emerald Metal Products, Signal Hill, Calif., had to address existing conditions that included uneven exterior walls. Tapered channel furring was added to bring the substrate back into alignment—a decision that was aided by the lightweight construction of the Tapered Series Panels specified for the project. Of course, what both building tenants and passers-by observe is simply the many-angled façade designed to appear as though it is fluttering in the wind.

v Tapered Series panels can be angled in any direction with varying depths and degree of slope.

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Lighting Lighting fans, be sure to check out our sister publications the next two issues. April’s Architectural SSL is our annual Lightfair companion issue, in which we profile a number of great applications— and products—in context of major categories, including indoor and outdoor decorative luminaires, as well as functional indoor and exterior lighting products, including specialty lighting. Very inspirational stuff. And in the coming issue of May Net Zero Buildings, we’ll be zooming in on task lighting.

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The growth in the application of task lighting, integrated with the overall general illumination system and controls architecture, demands greater interest and attention.

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1 UP IN THE AIR Looking a bit like a track and field event gone mad, the Javelin chandelier seems to capture its namesake spears in mid-air. Bronze-finished iron and chrome points add a spiky contrast to this fixture, which available in 52-in. and 42-in. sizes, along with singlelight pendant and mirror-backed sconce models.

3 AN AIRY AVIARY Inspired by bicycle spokes, but looking surprisingly like a birdcage, the Spokes 2 pendant fixture provides both direct downlight and indirect ambient lighting, as illumination from the upward-facing LED module passes through the wire housing. The result is a play of light and shadow that varies from every vantage point.

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2 BRINGING FLEXIBILITY TO LIGHT With a multi-directional ball joint at its base and a spring-less hinge capable of 270-degree movement, the THIN task lamp can stretch across a work surface without creating a noticeable obstruction. A range of models are available, including two desktop sizes and a wall-mount version suitable for bedsides.

4 CRYSTALLINE REFLECTIONS Alternating chains of clear and rock crystal beads catch and refract the light from candelabra-style bulbs in the Whitestone fixture family. Polished metal finishes, including nickel and bronze options, bring even more reflectivity to light.

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Site Furnishings An overarching goal of architecture—and a case for using all-glass façades—has been about bringing the outdoors in; however, these landscape-related products suggest that it might be just as easy to begin living and working in outdoor spaces as often as possible. “Facilities are beginning to focus on designing more productive outdoor spaces. From corporate facilities to higher education institutions, facility managers are being asked to identify ways to encourage collaboration and social engagement outdoors,” Sabrina Eckert, Legrand product manager. Can’t say I’d disagree. 1

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1 OPEN-AIR LIVING TUUCI’s Equinox Cabana is a marine-engineered shade systems and a high-design option that transforms an outdoor space into an open-air living room. Equinox is chic, functional and versatile for resorts, marinas and waterfront properties. The modular design offers specific elements pertaining to lighting, sound system, walls and seating that may be customized.

2 BIKER DNA Forms+Surfaces’ Twist bike rack is a play on double helix form and echoes curves and constructions found in nature. Twist is available in multiple colors and is a powder-coated, anti-graffiti aluminum finish.

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3 CANOPY SEAT An Italian company, the Forest armchair is made of aluminum; it is a light-weight, durable, weather resistant and easy-to-maintain in outdoor environments. Fast outdoor furniture comprises collections devised for application in both residential and contract settings, some of which are distinguished by soft, traditional silhouettes, and others by striking yet simple and innovative forms.

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4 LIBERTINE LIGHTING OV Series LED luminaires from U.S. Architectural Lighting are installed along the walkway and dock to the Manhattan overlook at Liberty State Park in New Jersey. The nautical-styled OV features a vertical LED power array that produces even light distribution with minimal glare. The fixture is offered in two sizes and is available in multiple arm mount configurations, wall mounts or post tops. Lens options include clear or opal smooth acrylic and clear or opal smooth polycarbonate. Textured finishes are available in black, white, gray, dark bronze and green, along with custom colors.

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Seating Chairs are a universal archetype for hospitality, so it makes sense that we adore chair competitions that stretch the limits of a functional little sculpture for your backside. The seating options below imply subtly diverse hospitality cues: “sit together, sit and stay awhile, sit back.” But the hidden dimension of this seating is its longevity, which lies in its versatility to adapt, particularly to small spaces, and odd spaces; its lightness, and its ability to suit a variety of design aesthetics. Conscientious of the increasingly transient nature of our lives, plan for seating that can keep up with the quickening pace of being set up, moved and reconfigured somewhere new.

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According to recent research conducted by Staples, 51% of Millennials, 44% of Gen X and 33% of Baby Boomers would like to see more attention paid to office design in their workplace.

3 MUSICAL CHAIRS Three standard components make up Beaufurn’s Elyse Modular Booth System. A 24-in. wide, 48-in. wide and a 24-in. × 24-in. corner unit can be configured as single freestanding modules, double booths or as wall units. The collection features a modern silhouette for minimalist aesthetic and may be configured to unique spaces or narrow footprints.

Beaufurn LACE UP Livia benches from Arcadia feature a scalloped wood beam design that creates a wave-like effect that varies based on the viewing angle. The benches are suitable for indoor and outdoor use and are designed to function comfortably with or without cushions. 1

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TASK SPECIFIC The BuzziFloat office chair for BuzziSpace is engineered to feel spacious and airy. A cushioned seat and elegantly bent plywood base with several options (four-legged wooden, four-legged metal and fivelegged metal with wheels) exemplifies simple yet flexible design that weaves into its surroundings. 2

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1 REFIT FOR PURPOSE MirroFlex faux mineral fiber ceiling tiles are available in 2-ft. × 2-ft. size for lay-in ceiling applications. Panels are fire retardant, easy to install and can be used in an existing 15/16-in. grid, making them ideal for retrofit applications. With tegular/revealed edges, the panels can drop below the grid, for a unique architectural dimension.

2 LEARNING CURVES Using 1,392-sq.-ft. of Rockfon’s 2-ft. × 6-ft. CurvGrid panels together with the manufacturer’s factorycurved suspension system, the Cushing Middle School in Cushing, Okla., was able to simultaneously create a ribbon-like appearance that masks noise at the school’s open plenum ceiling. The CurvGrid panels meet noise level requirements with a 0.70 NRC. Other Rockfon products used in the space include: CubeGrid and Planostile. All ceiling products were covered in custom color to match the school and its mascot— Tiger Orange.

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3 AESTHETICS AND FUNCTION ALL IN ONE Ideal for today’s flexible spaces, where a mix of private and open floor plans share the same space, Armstrong Ceiling’s Total Acoustics panels both absorb unwanted sound and block sound from traveling into adjacent spaces. Now featuring the manufacturer’s WoodWorks and MetalWorks ceiling panels, the Total Acoustics line has more aesthetic options—the sleek sophisticated look of MetalWorks or the warm, rich look of WoodWorks. To make it easier to specify the right ceiling for a space, Total Acoustics panels are rated Good, Better and Best based on their combination of sound absorption, or NRC, and sound blocking, or CAC.

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Underlayment As the open office continues to gain ground, many designers are finding it’s also important to start designating “quiet” zones where people can better focus on tasks requiring concentration. Such was the case with SmithGroupJJR in opening their new Chicago offices. By migrating to a more open, easily re-configurable studio, the firm found it could easily accommodate growth up to 41% without adding additional square footage. This is the case because an internal study of the firm’s workings found that at any given time, 30% of employees had no need for a physical desk. Active project areas for impromptu collaboration support this notion, but the quiet zones “ensure va balance,” notes the firm’s office director, Tim Tracey. A good place to start is the floor. 4

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Three new self-leveling underlayments can complete jobs in a shorter time. Ultraplan LSC is a high-flow, fast-setting, self-leveling liquid skimcoat that potentially eliminates the need for hand-applied skimcoats; Ultraplan Lite is for use in leveling substrates not rated to carry the full weight of a traditional SLU; Ultraplan QuickTraffic is a fast-setting SLU that decreases time from surface prep. Mapei www.mapei.com Circle 311

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AccuQuiet D18 features rigid vibration isolation technology that’s loose-laid over a subfloor and covered with AccuCrete floor underlayments. It is permanently embedded in the floor/ceiling assembly, so noise is reduced, even when flooring is replaced.

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Laticrete’s Fracture Ban is a high-performance, pliable, light weight peel-and-stick membrane for use under thin-bed adhesives for ceramic tile, stone and other hard surface installations. Made from a hot-applied polymer modified asphaltic adhesive coated on a 100% non-woven polyester with a 60-pound release liner paper, Fracture Ban prevents breakage and performs as an acoustical underlayment that eliminates the transmission of stresses from the substrate while dampening the transmission of impact and air borne noise through the floor. The membrane comes in 40 and 90-mil thicknesses.

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table as allies, says Anamos. “I will admit, a common threat is what it took to mobilize the architectural community and galvanize all those forces.” This wellspring of energy connected people across politics and professions to accomplish responsible neighborhood planning and sustainable development. “A powerful reminder that AIA|LA’s membership cannot act in a vacuum if our expertise is to influence L.A.’s built environment.” In one instance, recalls Anamos, the Metro met resistance from residents as it established denser building codes along transportation routes. It came to realize that glossy renderings of urban planners and design professionals were powerful tools in portraying density in a positive light. Residents related to the renderings and embraced them as a shared vision for the neighborhood’s transformation. The hope, says Anamos, is to keep this kind of momentum and collaboration alive. The ad hoc collaboration has smoothed the path to development for the time being, but Anamos recognizes that even the city’s planning department is too overtasked developing policies that accommodate a booming metropolis to provide platforms for community involvement; therefore, architects remain on call for civic duty.

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“We should always believe that great design can solve a host of urban dysfunction, but should shift our thinking to embrace policy making as an equally powerful tool for shaping our city’s next iteration.”

Alex Anamos, AIA, LEED AP, is studio director and senior architect at the Los Angeles-based R&A Architecture and Design Studio.

—Megan Mazzocco, Senior Editor

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