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From large, bold statement pieces to fresh finishes, high-contrast patterns, and 3D shapes, see the latest in tile and stone driving the design of stunning spaces.

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THE PERFECT BLEND OF ART AND SCIENCE An office design that artfully captures the essence of a company is no easy feat – particularly when they specialize in the science of gene editing. MetalWorks™ ceilings and walls offer the design flexibility needed to combine the unexpected. From custom perforations to indoor/outdoor applications to concealed suspension systems, thinking outside the box has never been so inspiring. Learn more about the art and science of metal at armstrongceilings.com/metalworks

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Folding Glass Walls by NanaWall

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Clean aesthetics with the slimmest profiles available and minimal exposed hardware. Unique floating panel sets can stack either to the left or right. Only ADA-compliant sill with a water rating and a high heel resistant feature. Smoothest and easiest operation of any folding glass wall. Air, water, structural, and forced entry tested. Swing door tested to 500,000 and bi-fold panels to 20,000 open/close cycles.

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Bring big ideas to light. If you have big ideas, VELUX® Commercial has big solutions, whether you’re looking for custom large-span skylights or an easy-to-install, innovative daylighting system. Our wide product portfolio of custom skylight solutions offers a perfect fit for every design scenario. And with natural daylight and fresh air, your architectural plans can become unlimited design realities. VELUX Commercial: Bringing big ideas to light.

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CASE STUDY

Natural light enhances the design of this Houston hospital

The VELUX® Pinnacle System brings daylight to Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

The 187-bed, 470,000-square-foot facility offers The Woodlands community a full-service, acute care hospital. The building was designed with VELUX Commercial skylights to maximize natural light and to promote a healthy healing environment for both patients and hospital staff.

Project Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

DESIGN CHALLENGE

Location The Woodlands, Texas

Natural light is important in health care facilities to make healing spaces feel more inviting and relaxing. Plus, studies have shown that natural light has benefits to healing. With elements from the outdoors, spaces can achieve an enhanced sense of comfort and hospitality.

SOLUTION To provide an ample supply of sunlit views throughout the day, Page architects used VELUX Pinnacle Structural Ridge Skylights in the entrance drop-off/loading area and two interior atriums. “The large skylights were incorporated into the design to allow access to abundant daylight and to the quiet night sky, providing a relaxing atmosphere which changes throughout the day and seasons,” said Page Principal/Senior Project Manager Brian Gray, AIA.

Project Type New construction

Architects Page Year Constructed in 2015; opened in 2017 Daylighting Products Pinnacle 600 Structural Ridges

VELUX Commercial provided a custom glazing system for the entrance and atriums, incorporating Admiral Glass and a bright custom silver finish. Designed as a metal-framed skylight structure with a 6/12 pitch, the three ridges measure 96 feet by 44 feet, 85 feet by 35 feet, and 53 feet by 44 feet to extend nearly the entire length of the building’s roof. VELUX Pinnacle Series provides buildings with optimal light distribution and can accommodate multiple insulated glass panels that prevent heat gain in warm temperatures and reduce heat loss in cold temperatures. Through their bright and vibrant facility, the Houston Methodist team can continue to share their enduring history of leading medicine and providing exceptional programs and services to The Woodlands community.

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Feature // by Jeff Pitts The Beck Group shares the lessons they learned in office lighting, layouts, and crafting their corporate identity during their recent renovation.

Form // by Vilma Barr The historic Santa Fe County Courthouse, originally designed by architect John Gaw Meem, is restored to its incredible Spanish-Pueblo Revival style.

Function // by Jeff Pitts The Wilshire Grand, the tallest skyscraper in Los Angeles, is a perfect showcase for innovations in earthquake resistance.

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Stunning Jade Tile The Amazonia series by Estudio Ceramico has an irregular finish with metallic effects. These tiles bring incredible tones into any interior and are available in nine high-gloss colors. Page 20 Photography: Estudio Ceramico

The Latest in Senior Living Today’s best senior living designs balance upscale amenities, community engagement and opportunities for socialization with enhanced hygiene and safety.

by Barbara Horwitz-Bennett, Contributing writer

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A nod to new, improved, and innovatively used materials. by Jeanette Fitzgerald Pitts, Editorial director

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by John Mesenbrink  Sir David Adjaye’s rose-colored concrete. by Vilma Barr  Add value with amenities in office renovation.  Terrazzo in the Nancy and Rich Kinder building. by Jana Madsen  High-quality fabric for a trendy Miami rooftop. by Barbara Horwitz-Bennett  A peek at Hayward Field’s first-rate restroom facilities. by Jeff Pitts  Playful paneling adds to Cincinnati neighborhood. by Heather Ronaldson

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Achieving a balance of life safety and wellness. (1.0 AIA LU/HSW) by Jeanette Fitzgerald Pitts

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 10 Tips for creating workspaces that boost well-being. Architectural Products Magazine, Volume 20, Number 03

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A Nod to New, Improved, and Innovatively Used Materials Seeing new materials used in new and innovative ways can be an excellent springboard for creativity and original thinking. If you’re looking to spark your imagination, “Materials Making the Latest in Sculptural Lighting” (pg. 14) could be quite illuminating. The piece introduces luminaires manufactured from bamboo and brass, colorful cast glass, bone china, cast cotton paper, and synthetic flowers. These unusual materials make it possible for these artists to “breath life into interior spaces” and deliver luminaires that are elegant, versatile, and truly unique works of art. Other materials featured prominently in this issue are tile and stone. From large, bold statement pieces to fresh finishes, high-contrast patterns and

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“I’ve started to work with a lot of saturated red and pink hues, which extends back to the early color experiments I did at the beginning of my career.”

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CIRCULATION MANAGEMENT

—Sir David Adjaye

Jim Wessel

3D shapes, there are new stone and tile solutions for achieving the wildest creative visions. Sneak a peek at some of the 2022 trends (pg. 20) that will soon be taking over both commercial and residential designs. Beyond raising an awareness about the new materials available, this issue of Architectural Products profiles several projects that show interesting materials in application. Acclaimed architect Sir David Adjaye, Adjaye Associates, is an expert in exploring the possible forms and functions of different materials. His recently completed Winter Park Library, in Winter Park, Fla., is another extraordinary example. Clad in a striking rose-colored concrete, this building joins a growing list of Adjaye’s highly respected, red-hued concrete creations. “David selected the rose-colored hue based on the subtropical vernacular architecture of Florida,” explained Russel Crader, Associate Principal, Adjaye Associates. “Throughout the day, the color shifts in tone from more brown to more red based on the position of the sun.” To learn more about the specific mix they used to achieve that effect, turn to pg. 98. The advancement of materials continues to put more arrows in the architect’s quiver, but advancement is not always better. Consider antimicrobial additives. Ten to fifteen years ago, microbe-stifling ingredients were being incorporated into a seemingly endless array of building products. This has had

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some unintended consequences and today the antimicrobial fad seems to be on its way out. The new AIA-accredited course, “Achieving a Balance of Life Safety and Wellness” (1.0 LU/HSW) explores the potential dangers of an over-reliance on antimicrobial additives and shares the new trend in the industry—removing them. Many manufacturers are opting to provide surfaces and solutions that are better designed to offer a safer and more hygienic environment when simply cleaned with soap and water. The course also takes a closer look at revolutionary fire-rated glass curtain wall assemblies and acoustics-improving products that are helping architects address some of the common challenges they face when trying to design wellness-enhancing spaces. We are living in a material world. Let’s take a closer look at it. Happy reading!

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Best Practices in Offices ››

Principles of Neuro-Architecture for Well-Being

10 Tips for Creating Workspaces that Boost Well-Being ADDING VISUAL COMPLEXITY

Turett Collaborative’s Director of Interior Design, Jessica Shaw, ASID, actively lends her design expertise to individuals and companies seeking to create workspaces that enhance occupant well-being. Embracing the principles of neuro-architecture— which purposely manipulate art, color, lighting, and design to positively impact mood, productivity, and overall health—here are ten tips to transform a workspace into a well space.

2. Bring in the good vibes. Shaw encourages designers to take the color wheel of primary, secondary and tertiary colors into consideration. Armed with an enhanced understanding of how colors interact, color selections can be more purposefully crafted. For example, analogous colors will create a harmonious, monochromatic look. Complementary colors can be selected for a bold, balanced look. Triadic colors will produce a more energetic, personality-filled space. 3. Go ahead, break the rules. On occasion, breaking the color theory rules can yield unexpected color combinations which work. A room’s color scheme should be considered in light of the desired vibe in addition to branding and company culture. 4. Use white as an accent color. Designers tend to play it safe with traditional starkwhite workplaces while reserving bolder colors for accents. Studies have actually shown that too much white can stunt productivity and creativity, and is associated with hospitals. Instead, a monochromatic color scheme should be relegated to more serious areas like conference and meeting rooms. 5. Stimulate creativity with abstract art. Art is known to significantly impact mood and the feel of an environment. It has also long been a means to express identity and brand. Now research has

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(Below) Pops of red energize New York’s Novità office help to promote productivity with detailoriented work.

proven art’s impact on the brain in stimulating the creation of new neural pathways and ways of thinking, which leads to enhanced creativity, brain activity, and function. 6. Natural light supports a good night’s sleep. Natural light and well-lit work environments have been shown to improve productivity levels and sleep quality. Exposure to natural light during the day helps to maintain our internal sleep-wake schedules by entraining our body’s circadian rhythm. 7. Create harmony in your surrounding space, but don’t be afraid of a little tension. Consider the finishes, forms and colors in the space. Bringing together pieces that juxtapose one another in color, form or aesthetic livens up a space and prevents stagnation. Balancing masculine and feminine pieces is a great way of creating tension to achieve a cohesive, yet elevated look. 8. Be mindful of visual cues. Flooring not only enhances the visual stability of a room, but also acts as subtle visual cues for wayfinding. Carpeting provides a softer feel while hardwood floors create a strong, polished look. By specifying a variety of flooring, this helps to create subtle visual cues of separation between spaces. In addition, vertical lines promote movement and mobility and horizontal lines create a grounded, secure feeling. To reap the benefits of these neuro-architectural principles, designers can position vertical running wood or carpeting along hallways to facilitate movement and horizontal lines in spaces for relaxation and lounging.

1. Set the intention with color. Research has shown that color has the potential to affect mood, emotions, concentration and even physical health. For example, bold colors such as bright yellow boost positive thoughts and spark creativity while reds stimulate and energize. By contrast, muted colors like soft blues and greens produce a sense of calm and are well suited for lounge spaces or break areas. With the thoughtful application of color, designers can help subconsciously enhance desired mindsets.

Colorful art-laden walls provide visual complexity and stimulation at Civic Hall in Union Square, N.Y.

9. Maximize your brainpower by minimizing visual and noise distractions. Research confirms that attention levels and productivity are directly correlated to the level of clutter on desks and peripheral spaces. Another distractive force is noise, proven to negatively affect almost 70% of workers’ concentration, creativity and work quality. Consider furniture and design elements that absorb sound such as carpeting, acoustic wall paneling, or drapery. 10. Don’t forget the principles of proxemics. This law states that different distances serve different forms of interactions. For instance, a distance of 1.5 ft. to 4 ft. best facilitates friendly, casual conversation whereas distances less than 1.5 ft. promote a stronger connection between individuals. Therefore, it is important to design a work environment that allows for these varying degrees of physical separation to help promote both individual work and collaborative efforts.

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Materials Making the Latest in Sculptural Lighting Sculptural lighting is functional art that is both attention-grabbing and room-brightening—and it is increasingly being incorporated into commercial and residential spaces to add a finishing touch or a focal point. These multi-tasking masterpieces are an incredible embodiment of materiality and light. The artists carefully consider not only how the luminaire distributes light, but how beautiful it looks turned on and turned off. Sculptural luminaires can be designed to complement an array of design aesthetics. Some capitalize on the growing demand for biophilia and nature-inspired objects. Other, more contemporary designs, explore customizable ways to fill horizontal or vertical spaces with a piece that will start a conversation or pique the curiosity of a passerby. Many designers see sculptural light as a time to play with opposing materials—like bamboo and brass, or blown glass and rough cargo belts. The sculptural luminaires profiled here capture the variation in what artists are using today to create these pieces. From delicate bone china to artificial flowers, the materials making the latest in sculptural lighting create full and distinct experiences that can bring a new life to an interior. —Heather Ronaldson, contributing writer

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Bamboo & Brass Chandelier Modern, mobile, and highly customizable, this chandelier features four glowing bamboo polyhedrons. Constantin 4 is handmade to suit its space and can be designed in many vertical and horizontal configurations. The fixture’s specially designed joints give the piece an eccentric shape—and also create slight movement. It is also available in porcelain and brass.

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Colorful Cast Glass Inspired by the desert landscape, Dune is an interplay in color, texture, and contrast. Designers Enrica Cavarzan and Marco Zavagno used the Incalmo technique with Dune, a process that was first practiced in the Islamic world in the Middle Ages. Incalmo demands precision by fusing two or more blown glass elements together to create an object. In Dune, “a soft pocket is created in the incalmo of the two different [glass] slabs, to accommodate an LED diffuser.” Cargo belts are then used to secure the lamps to the ceiling. Dune is available in a variety of colors and two designs. Zaven

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“My wish is to breathe life into interior spaces, bringing the feeling of harmony and peace that nature gives us when we are outdoors, blissful and free.” —Andrea Braescu

BONE CHINA

Bone China Ginkgo Biloba Tree Composed of 1,120 handcrafted porcelain leaves, Ginkgo Bespoke was inspired by the ancient Ginkgo biloba tree, a thriving symbol of vitality and longevity. Like a living plant, the fixture’s natural, dynamic energy is intended to calm and revitalize the architectural environment. Artist Andrea Braescu uses fine bone china to capture and reflect light with softness and warmth. Andrea Braescu

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Flowers & Muranese Glass Pipes

Nana Lure Chandelier was designed by the Brooklynbased, husband-wife team Jean and Oliver Pelle specifically for Art Week in Miami. The botanicalinspired light fixture is constructed with handsculpted leaves made of cast cotton paper. “Each petal and frond of PELLE’s signature flowers are designed, hand-cast, and colored individually. Cast cotton paper has near limitless flexibility, strength, and longevity, making it ideal for lighting design.”

Flower Power Magnolia Fuxia is a bold and romantic statement chandelier that creates a strong focal point for any hotel or restaurant. The fixture is outfitted with synthetic fuchsia or pinkcream magnolias and glass Muranese pipes that are transparent or a glossy gold. According to the company, “The gentle shapes of the Magnolia, the brilliance of blown glass, lighting up the transition between winter and spring. Flower Power Magnolia blossoms, a versatile version of the most elegant and versatile chandelier by VG.”

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ADVANCEMENTS IN INSULATION

Solving a Key Thermal Bridging Issue New cellular glass insulation solution eliminates thermal bridging that can occur beneath exterior masonry veneer walls.

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After years of providing  cellular glass insulation for thermal performance in mission critical roofs, Owens Corning has stepped up its game with  Perinsul  (Structural Insulating Block) for exterior masonry veneer wall foundations in the North American market. On account of its compressive strength and dimensional stability, the technology was uniquely suited to address a major pain point with thermal bridging at this particular spot in the building enclosure. “While continuous insulation has improved the energy efficiency of commercial buildings, the location where a masonry veneer wall bears onto the masonry ledge at the enclosure’s foundation creates a linear thermal bridge,” explains Tiffany Coppock, , , , , , , commercial building systems specialist, Owens Corning, Kerens, Texas. These types of building enclosures will typically include extruded polystyrene in the cavity between the concrete block and masonry veneer. The cellular glass insulation is then added at the junction between the extruded polystyrene, masonry and foundation to continue carrying the load of the lowrise masonry veneer wall but eliminate the thermal bridge, keeping the insulation uninterrupted within the envelope. The cellular glass insulation’s dimensional stability means that it won’t shrink, deflect nor deform over time, even when exposed to extreme temperatures. The material is also nonabsorbent and therefore impermeable to water. Both features critical to performance at a foundation line and beneath a masonry wall. Lightweight and easy to install, the foam block is available in three standard brick masonry sizes so that it can be laid end-to-end without mortar joints as the first course within the masonry veneer and the foundation. Once installed, the block is designed to last the life of the wall without degradation of its thermal efficiency. Of note, to ensure protection from freeze/thaw exposure, designs should incorporate adequate water protection on the block’s exposed edges. Also of importance,    cellular glass insulation is designed for horizontal orientation.

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Cellular glass insulation is a long-established technology for mission critical roofs, as shown here at the Jardine Water Purification Plant near Chicago’s Navy Pier.

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Inserted at the junction between the extruded polystyrene, masonry veneer and foundation, FOAMGLAS Perinsul SIB from Owens Corning eliminates this thermal bridge while providing compressive strength and dimensional stability.

This new thermal bridging solution improves thermal performance, increases energy efficiency, and minimizes performance loss in the event of moisture exposure.

Composition “Cellular glass insulation is made by combining glass powder and carbon black at high temperatures to achieve a foaming reaction,” explains Coppock. “Then the material is cooled in a controlled manner to maintain its cellular structure. Such efficient production means there is no blowing agent, fire retardant or other materials required to deliver its fire, water and chemical compatibility properties.” The product meets or exceeds 240 psi (capped) per ASTM C165. “As the material is capped it can evenly displace load and defend against damage prior to and during installation,” she adds. As Owens Corning’s R&D engine continues to

drive innovation, Coppock anticipates the ongoing testing and analysis of its unique cellular glass insulation technology will eventually make its way into other building enclosure applications to solve thermal bridging issues. “Improving on the benefits brought about by continuous insulation, designers will continue to seek opportunities to reduce the energy use of America’s commercial buildings,” she says. Owens Corning

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Predicting the Sociability of Design Architect Bruce Haden knew the layout of a building impacted the sense of community in a space, so he developed a tool to measure the social value of a design. DESIGN TOOL

Designing multi-family developments, Architect Bruce Haden was frustrated with hard construction costs trumping soft social values in his projects. When his firm presented two layouts for a vulnerable women’s housing project in Vancouver, Canada— a stacked townhouse, where the women’s front doors faced the majority of units, and a traditional double-loaded corridor. “We knew the stacked option would be much better in terms of creating a sense of community amongst the residents, but it would have driven up baseline construction and maintenance costs with approximately 25% more wall area, and we could not quantify this social value,” explains Haden, principal of the Vancouver-based Human Studio.

Committed to addressing this issue, he set out to build a way to capture data on the quantity of social interactions created by physical layouts. With funding from the Robert Woods Johnson public health foundation, he brought in a software engineer to design the FLUID Sociability tool. Using video game-type avatar technology, the tool has “occupants” randomly moving around a BIM building layout. An “encounter” is recorded each time two occupants bump into each other within a determined amount of time. Considered a precursor for a possible social interaction, the tool provides a means to measure the probability of socialization occurring within a tested layout. Currently running all multi-unit projects through the FLUID tool, in addition to allowing other architects to utilize the software, Haden’s team has discovered that the more time residents spend circulating outside their apartments, the greater the chances of a social encounter. “For example, courtyard buildings with entries onto exterior circulation test to be much more social than high rises where the visible path from one’s entry to the lobby is short,” he reports.

Bruce Haden, principal, Human Studio, Vancouver, Canada, is the innovator behind the FLUID Sociability tool. www.humanstudio.ca/fluid

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Creating a sense of community would have driven up baseline construction and maintenance costs, and we could not quantify this social value. MEASURING HUMAN INTERACTIONS

Human Studio’s FLUID Sociability tool uses avatar technology to predict the number of potential human “encounters” in an architectural design.

During the design of a 40-unit townhouse, Human Studio found that a consolidated parking area vs. parking spots right outside individual units led to ten times more predicted encounters. “This means one would have a chance to say ‘Hi’ to their neighbor ten times more frequently,” Haden explains. Incidentally, this consolidated parking option also came out to be less expensive.

The Psychology The importance of social connections has really come to the forefront in the wake of unprecedented loneliness and issues of depression brought on by the pandemic. Further, the American Physiological Association considers social isolation a health risk comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. “The real estate market is often focused on luxury and privacy as core values, but those things don’t make you happy,” Haden shared in a Business of Architecture podcast. “The key to being happy is the relationships you have with people on a day-today basis.” Haden explains that physical design can get in the way of sociability and he believes it is the architect’s job to optimally set the stage for social interaction.

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For Public Architecture’s Vienna House project in Vancouver, Canada, FLUID predicted 64% more encounters with a courtyard design as compared to a traditional double loaded corridor design.

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2022 Trends From large, bold statement pieces to high-contrast patterns, and 3D shapes, see the latest in tile and stone driving the design of stunning spaces. Every year, the Coverings Tile & Stone tradeshow showcases the newest and trendiest tiles. While last year’s popular designs centered heavily on the environment and the types of materials used, 2022’s tile trends make bold and playful shifts— large-cut marble, high-contrast patterns, vibrant color palettes, and three-dimensional shapes offer architects an arsenal to create distinct spaces with tile and stone. But that’s not to say that 2021’s muted tones, biophilia-centric, high gloss, and striking veins aren’t altogether forgotten. Many new designs bring these elements forward, with slight variations. For instance, Amazonia from Estudio Ceramico pays homage to subtropical plant-life and richly brings the feeling of the outdoors-in—with an incredible irregular finish and metallic effect that feels fun and new.

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Statement-Making Marble The timeless elegance of pure-cut marble will always find favor with designers. This year, marble is making a big statement. Large-cut tiles with strong, contrasting veins reimagine the traditional white. The result is a textured, grand, and modern design in interior spaces.

MODERN MARBLE THAT WOWS Baldocer makes a big statement with four, large-format marble tiles in the ONYX collection. The colors—including Bleu, Turquoise, Rose, and Sable Pulido—are captivating, intense and other-worldly. The collection leaves “no one indifferent,” according to a press release, as Baldocer confidently adapts marble’s timeless look into a modern design. Baldocer

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Warm-Neutral Texture Refined and contemporary spaces no longer sacrifice warmth and comfort. Warm-neutral tones are popular this year, with many designers also pairing them with subtle texture for an enveloping ambiance.

Playful Patterns & Shapes Move over hexagons. Triangles, diamonds, and parallelograms need a moment. This year’s tile trends are filled with playful shapes and eye-catching patterns. Where there used to be oversized hexagons, there are now multi-shape designs in all sizes and scales. The trend is a welcomed twist in a world of classic rectangle and square tile design. The only rule is that there are none!

COZY CONTEMPORARY Made.In is Landmark Ceramics’ cement-inspired floor covering that provides a contemporary—but altogether warm—environment for interior spaces. Heritage Beige porcelain tile is cozy, yet elegant, and well-suited to complement a minimalist and refined architectural design. Landmark Ceramics

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A Break From Straight There will always be a place for tile’s straight gridlines, but this year’s designs explore movement, curve, and shape. Each design, be it curved marble, fluted stone tiles, or tridimensional listels, experiment with different perceptions of light and shadow. The three-dimensional “wow factor” spruces up any surface to which its applied—from kitchen islands, to feature walls, and even the most upscale bars.

SOUND INSPIRATION Inspired by music, the new Black&White collection from Hisbalit represents “sound and silence.” The collection is eco-friendly and includes more than 22 different mosaic tile designs, each with a music-inspired name, such as “Piano,” “Opera,” “Melodia” and “Adagio.” Each design seeks to achieve perfect balance between the classic and the modern, while showcasing the “timeless tandem” of black and white design. Hibalit

WALLS THAT MOVE Designed in collaboration with Marcante-Testa studio, the Flauti stoneware listels collection is a modern take on traditional Italian cladding. Flauti is known for creating the illusion of movement on walls. The visual trick is thanks to its random mesh mounted supply, which makes light reflect in different ways. It is ideal for indoor cladding in residential or commercial spaces, as well as outdoor facades. It comes in six color options. Ceramica Vogue Flauti

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GROWING MARKET SEGMENT

Cold Storage is Hot Demand for taller refrigerated warehouses heats up globally.

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New building, along with the expansion and renovation of cold storage facilities, is on the rise and cold storage construction isn’t cheap. “Cost per square foot to build these buildings is very expensive—probably up around $250 to $350 per square foot,” Gibbons estimates.

Grocery stores coast to coast have row upon row of frozen food cases. All those freezer-to-microwave meals, cold desserts, and meats had to come from somewhere; after the food processing plant, they’re housed in cold storage facilities before they’re trucked to your favorite neighborhood food market. As manufacturers expand production of frozen and refrigerated food options, the demand for cold storage buildings grows. “We are experiencing amazing growth in our industry,” explains Rob Adams, Executive Vice President and Partner, Ti Cold, Melbourne, Fla. “One of the big reasons is a lot of the facilities have been in the market for 30 to 40 years, they are becoming more and more functionally obsolete.” Many existing facilities simply cannot offer the operating and energy efficiencies, nor the volume of vertical storage that the market today is demanding. “We’ve got an aging fleet of cold storage facilities. The heights of the building are restrictive, so your capacities are very limited. Back in the day, 24 ft. to 30 ft. was a good height for a cold storage building,” shares Timothy P. Gibbons, Vice President of Design,

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ESI Group USA, Hartland, Wis. “Now, a standard facility that doesn’t have a lot of automation is being built 50-ft. tall,” says Adams. Depending on the ceiling height, operators may be able to store up to seven pallets high, whereas older facilities often maxed out at three stacked pallets. “You get a lot more product in the same footprint,” he adds. The expense of automation is another factor pushing cold storage envelopes taller. “Automation is a high dollar investment. The higher you can go, the more pallets and products you can store to offset the cost of the automated system,” explains Gibbons. “In facilities that are fully automated with AS/RS (automatic storage retrieval systems), the industry is now building 100-ft. to 120-ft. tall in some locations,” says Adams. Height isn’t the only thing different in new cold storage facilities. “The buildings are bigger in every way, not only higher, but they have much larger docks, they have much larger truckyards,” he says. With 53-ft. trailers, the added space is necessary to efficiently inbound and process products. With

no foreseeable end in sight for the growth of cold storage, many new facilities are being built ready for future expansion.

Efficiency is Critical One thing that hasn’t changed: the importance of efficiency. “The utilities at these facilities are one of the greatest operating costs,” explains Adams. Building owners and operators are on the hunt for durable building materials and products that can minimize energy loss, while increasing operational and energy efficiencies. The performance of every product and system is scrutinized. “[In the past,] people were just thinking the doors are a necessary evil and you’d put a strip curtain over them or maybe a fast fold door. Now we are asking these doors to have a considerable R-rating, considerable thermal barrier, and vapor barrier and then also perform in a really rough environment,” notes Gibbons. Better performing doors and improved refrigerants are two ways that aging facilities are modernizing. “Older refrigeration systems need to be replaced after 20 years.

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“In facilities that are fully automated with AS/RS (automatic storage retrieval systems), the industry is now building 100-ft. to 120-ft. tall in some locations.” —Rob Adams, Executive Vice President and Partner, Ti Cold

ICE-FIGHTING AXIAL FAN In cold storage applications, the AxiEco 630-910 Axial Fan helps fight ice formation on the evaporator guard and coil. At higher back pressures, AxiEco offers significantly more pressure reserves than other fans. This extends the intervals between defrosting cycles and means that the refrigerating plant can be operated more efficiently for longer periods. ebm-papst Inc.

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We’re seeing refrigerants being either outlawed or replaced with more efficient systems, like ammonia or CO2,” he notes. For these highly specialized, temperaturesensitive facilities, design and construction decisions about the thermal envelope are critical. “Our buildings are air- and water-tight. You can’t have infiltration from the exterior air in these buildings,” notes Adams. From the roof system to the insulated metal wall panels, the goal is to prohibit the loss of refrigerated air. Another key consideration is fire safety. “If you’re operating a cold storage facility, one of the worst things that could ever happen to you is if a fire protection line would rupture and flood your freezer,” says Gibbons. Ceiling-only sprinkler systems have some height limitations but are ideal, over in-rack sprinklers, if automation is not in use. The concern with in-rack sprinklers is the chance for an employee to hit the sprinkler head while loading or unloading a pallet.

Cold Demand Keeps Growing If the market analysts are right, architects across the nation will be finetuning the design of cold storage facilities for some time. According to Global Industry Analysts, San Jose, Calif., the global market for cold storage construction in 2022 is an estimated $12.1 billion and is projected to rise to $22.9 billion by 2026. The market research publisher reports that the United States cold storage construction market currently accounts for an estimated $3.2 billion. As explanation for the growing trend, it’s simple. “The population is consuming more prepared, refrigerated and frozen foods than in the past,” says Adams. Consumer preferences coupled with a growing population and a change in e-commerce buying habits make it easy to see how demand for these products is nearly outweighing the existing cold storage available. Unfortunately, refrigerated facility space is not the only resource in short supply. Retiring workers, a shrinking pool of job seekers, and challenging work conditions in cold storage facilities, has made labor a key concern for businesses and cold storage operators. Automation can alleviate some of these challenges. Perhaps architecture can address the rest.

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New Digs in Downtown Dallas The Beck Group shares the lessons they learned in office lighting, layouts, and crafting their corporate identity in steel and concrete. by Jeff Pitts, contributing writer

The Beck Group—an architecture, design, and construction firm headquartered in Dallas—moved into its new corporate office within the 50-story Santander Tower in late 2019. Instrumental in the gargantuan effort to completely reconfigure the three-floor, 80,000-sq. ft. space were Michael Kaiser, The Beck Group’s National Director of Design, and Javier Ortiz, another leading designer at the company. The duo recently took time away from their busy schedules

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and dished to Architectural Products magazine about the good, the bad and the home, sweet, home.

Location. Location. Location. Although the firm contemplated relocating closer to its former space—in the arts district near Klyde Warren Park— the options there mostly consisted of newly built buildings. While brand new boasts certain advantages, the price tags encouraged the group to consider other locations.

“The building is basically in the dead center of downtown,” explains Kaiser, and we’re halfway up which means amazing views on all sides. “We’re surrounded by all of the iconic buildings of downtown,” he continues, “and a lot of them we built.” The firm’s prodigious history goes back nearly 100 years in Dallas and consists of too many high-profile projects to list. The deal was sealed for this project, The Beck Group would

forgo new construction, instead opting to leverage its formidable architecture, design, and construction skills into getting more for less.

Michael Kaiser, The Beck Group’s National Director of Design, and Javier Ortiz, one of the lead designers were instrumental in completing The Beck Group’s renovation.

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The heart and soul of the remodeled space is its wide-open atrium, equipped with a floating staircase that spans three floors.

The Atrium, Staircase, and Big Blue Wall The new space’s heart and soul is a wide-open atrium, within which there is now a floating staircase spanning three floors, an eye-catching blue feature wall replete with custommade tiles from an emerging artist in Mexico, plus a bevy of unique features, design novelties and thoughtful, oneof-a-kind touches. We’ll get to all that, but keep in mind that the new HQ currently looks nothing like it did when Team Beck found it.

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Transforming the previously drab and unconnected levels within the 1980s office building was the key to bringing the space together and accomplishing an office that would foster “collaboration and communication among coworkers.” This meant cutting out sections through the steel and concrete floors and then slowly removing the rubble. Complicating this tedious process, according to Ortiz, were elevator space limitations—an issue that would also restrict the incoming flow

of materials to those that were less than 10-ft. long—but such are the joys of working in older buildings. After the demo was done, the team went to work utilizing visually minimal materials to enhance natural lighting, especially in the newly made atrium space. Clear vision glass and perforated metal panels adorn the area, which maximizes the low floorto-floor height—12.5 ft.—and leaves the awe-inspiring views unobstructed.

The staircase is mostly composed of hot rolled steel plate treads sitting atop a pair of steel beams down the center. To procure the most transparent staircase possible without using glass, Carl Stahl stainless steel loop mesh serves as the safety barrier. “It’s very transparent,” affirms Ortiz. Corresponding to its corporate identity, Beck used ample “raw materials such as unfinished steel, polished concrete, and Venetian plaster” for the project, as well as the firm’s signature blue.

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The multi-floor feature wall consists of custom-made tiles from an emerging ceramicist Jose Noe Suro who works for Ceramica Suro in Guadalajara, Mexico.

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The wall is said to dazzle in the natural light in the mornings and the evenings as the sun reflects off downtown’s other glass towers.

Up top are perforated metal panels by Ceiling Plus, which were used in congruence with a standard dye layout. “We were looking for products that gave us more of a light, airy feel,” says Ortiz. Underfoot in the atrium, visitors note the terrazzo flooring by a company in Dallas, American Terrazzo.

The stunning, sculpted, blue tile wall consists of handmade squares created by a talented ceramicist named Jose Noe Suro and procured from Ceramica Suro, an outfit in Guadalajara, Mexico. The accent wall features an array of blue tiles and some are inscribed with the firm’s core values—written in three languages: Spanish, English, and Korean. “The three primary countries where we have done a lot of our high-profile work,” explains Kaiser.

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“We were able to go with fully indirect lighting for the open office with no glare issues.” Jason Gil’s philosophy is that you should “see the light and not the source of the light. So in some areas you walk around and you don't even know where the light comes from.” © Garret Mullins

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—Javier Ortiz, The Beck Group Direct lighting refers to luminaires that distribute their light directly onto the target surface, such as troffers or pendants that illuminate a work surface.

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Internal staff surveys indicated a need for small-to-medium sized meeting rooms equipped for video conferencing and accessible to anyone. The design facilitates brainstorming between two to three colleagues, or for individual focus time. These “Zoom rooms” became even more popular upon the onset of the pandemic.

With indirect lighting, the luminaire reflects the light off of the ceiling to fill a space with illumination. This solution reduces the occurrence of glare and a view of the light source, which can create discomfort.

Office Lighting Ortiz offers rave reviews for the work of the project’s lighting designer, Jason Gil of Well Light out of Seoul, South Korea. “We have worked with him before on a lot of our Korean jobs,” Ortiz affirms. “Phenomenal work.” The balanced lighting approach utilizes uplighting throughout most of the office, plus gallery and accent lighting to highlight key elements, and then task lighting for the work stations.

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“We were able to go with fully indirect lighting for the open office with no glare issues,” adds Ortiz. Gil’s philosophy is that you should “see the light and not the source of the light. So in some areas you walk around and you don’t even know where the light comes from.”

principals and leaders occupying an entire conference room for small one to two person meetings. To avoid this pitfall, the new space is equipped with a handful of private offices big enough to host smaller meetings thereby alleviating demand for the bigger rooms.

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In addition, staff surveys indicated a need for small-to-medium sized meeting rooms equipped for video conferencing and accessible to

The previous headquarters contained no hard-walled private offices, their absence frequently resulted in

anyone for brainstorming between two to three colleagues, or for individual focus time. These smallish spaces resemble an oversized, posh phone booth from the days of yore, except they are equipped with modern amenities and have become known as “Zoom rooms.” Their presence has been of immeasurable value since the onset of the pandemic.

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The conference room’s 24-person table was custom designed by the firm’s former design boss, Rick del Monte. The table top is constructed of rough cut, white oak. An in-house prefab company, Factory Blue, constructed the base.

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The Boardroom, A Big Table, A Mega Microphone, and a Big Screen The conference room is another impressive showpiece. Management’s wish was for a big table capable of seating at least 24. Mission accomplished, courtesy of a custom design by the firm’s former design boss, Rick del Monte—the recently retired talent is also credited with designing the staircase and reception desk, among other features. The tabletop is constructed of rough cut, white oak. An in-house prefab company, Factory Blue, made the base.

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A cutting-edge microphone by Shure—the big square apparatus in the middle of the ceiling above the table— enables ears to more easily hear. “The technology group has done research over the past 15 years trying to find microphones that worked for all our people,” says Ortiz. “Some are high talkers, loud talkers, low talkers. This picks up all of them and will adjust accordingly depending on who’s talking and where they are in

the room. Even when you get up from your spot and walk around, it picks your voice up.” The combination of the 138-in. Absen screen and the mega microphone aid in facilitating conference calls with pristine visuals and crystal-clear audio.

have the double-glazed track in case we ever have to add the second layer of glass. It works really well.” Voices can be heard from within, but words aren’t discernible for people on the outside.

Boxing it all in are the glass storefront window walls. “Our conference rooms have a double-glazed system for acoustics,” says Ortiz. “The private offices have a single glaze, but we do

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The material library in the new HQ boasts an essential new tool—tunable white lighting. “We do design work in various market sectors—health care, education, corporate, and others,” explains Ortiz. A space’s lighting can sometimes change what material will look like, especially in the healthcare environment. We want to see how materials look underneath different color temperatures of white light— 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 4300K. We added a tunable white lighting system in the library, so we can see what materials really look like.”

The firm celebrated move-in day a few months prior to the onset of COVID-19 and the ensuing shutdowns. The pandemic presented challenges, of course, but the hardships were lessened by the forward-thinking of the recent remodel. “Every room was (already) set up for a Zoom,” reports Ortiz. That was helpful, as were the recent upgrades to the mechanical systems, which included “air-purification systems, air scrubbers and all those things that people do now because of COVID,” Ortiz continues. “We had already done them just to make it a healthier environment

for our employees.” Add in properly distanced workstations placed at 6.5ft. apart, and we were able to have a quicker return to the office than at other firms.

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For now, Beck operates with a flexible, hybrid schedule that allows people to work at home or at HQ. But many seem to prefer the new downtown digs. “We’re getting a lot of people joining us, especially the young architects, who are looking forward to working in an office,” reports Kaiser. Part of the reason for that is the professional desire to learn and work around others, but the newly refurbished space surely deserves some credit, too.

“Designing your own space… and why you should never do it!” That should have been this story’s title, according to Kaiser and Ortiz. But they are joking, er, mostly joking. “I was kind of the project manager on this,” laughs Ortiz. “Basically, this consumed three years of my life. I was the only person willing to do it. I’ve done it before for this company—three times.” On one of those previous relocation efforts, Ortiz endured a legionlike 20-person committee. That is too many. He attempted to rein that in for this project, and it ended up numbering around a dozen. Too many cooks in the kitchen can be problematic. “They know you, and they know where you sit,” he laughs, remembering that “we had to lock the files down” within the office and limit attendance at the construction site. While limiting the number of voices directly speaking into the project was key, proactively obtaining additional viewpoints served to work through issues that might have otherwise developed into a future problem.

“We had town halls where we made presentations and we sent out surveys for different things to get people’s feedback,” explains Kaiser. On move-in day, most people were impressed, reports Kaiser. “We were happy, and Javier is still working with us,” he laughs. “So that’s good.”

“We gave ourselves more time than you would normally get with a client, which sounds good on paper, but in practice it resulted in a tendency to overthink.” —Javier Ortiz, The Beck Group

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Designing for the Latest in Senior Living Today’s best senior living designs balance upscale amenities, community engagement and opportunities for socialization with enhanced hygiene and safety.

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Senior living spaces now offer an inspiring, have-it-all lifestyle with next-level services and comforts.

What type of project must blend the warmth and comfort of a home, the lavish amenities and socialization spaces of a top-tier resort, and, simultaneously, function as a healthcare facility? These are the demands of senior living communities today and the market for the projects that can deliver this veritable mishmash of features is strong. Anthony Vivirito,  , associate, The Architecture Team, Chelsea, Mass., reports senior living projects are ongoing, though the industry is still coming back from the pandemic. Continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) are recovering fastest, but there are good opportunities for welldesigned and innovative independent living and memory care developments.” In terms of what is regarded as “well designed” today, current trends seem to encourage architects to make resident rooms feel more residential, while incorporating many of the latest and greatest technologies that support easy communication and provide enhanced wellness benefits. Efficient building operations continue to be a highly desired design objective. “We’ve been responding to market demands for taller ceilings in residential units (10 ft.), more available natural daylight, open floor plans, walk-in closets in every bedroom, kitchens with islands and modular cabinetry, frameless shower enclosures, and larger outside room porches, often screened in,” explains Rocky Berg, principal and director of business development at the Dallas-based architecture firm three. “Residents are also looking for presentation cooking opportunities, five-star dining, and appealing bar venues, wellness amenities and tech-enhanced learning environments. There is also a growing emphasis on outdoor venues for entertaining and gatherings. “Last, it is worth mentioning some trends in infrastructure. Better, smarter lighting is a big selling point for new residents, including circadian lighting systems in certain limited venues. The market is also demanding robust wireless backbones and WiFi to support the use of personal devices everywhere, plus greater energy efficiencies and smarter building technology and controls overall.” Let’s take a look at how several firms are designing for the latest in senior living.

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Set up as five 16-bed units within five buildings, Sage Oak Memory Care residents in Lake Charles, La., enjoy a residentiallike, attentive environment. Project: Sage Oak at Lake Charles, Lake Charles, La. Design Team: Greenleaf Lawson Architects

Innovative Layouts for Memory Care

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Thanks to the modular design, Sage Oak was able to use some of those construction savings to hire additional staff and achieve a ratio of approximately five caregivers per resident. In senior living facilities, the layout can make a real impact in the safety and sociability of the people living there. At Sage Oak, shorter hallways help prevent falls, and the pathways are strategically designed to bring residents together. “All corridors are straight and lead to the centralized areas where the residents can socialize and communicate with one another,” explains Pittman. “Also, the natural daylight within the building, outdoor porch areas and paved pathways helps with memory-challenged residents.” Another innovative tweak to the typical layout is found in the resident’s suites. The  of Sage Oak, Loe Hornbuckle had long considered the usual sitting area incorporated into each suite wasted space. The design of this facility repurposed that private square footage into a larger common area used by residents for socializing. This strategy has also created operational and safety advantages, according to Hornbuckle, because it is easier to ensure resident safety when they spend more time in common areas where medical support is closer.

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Short corridors lead residents into common areas where they can interact.

The Sage Oak at Lake Charles, the new boutique assisted living and memory care community in Lake Charles, La., earned the 2021 Senior Housing News Architecture & Design Award for “Best Standalone Memory Care.” One of the qualities that distinguishes this property above the rest—its innovative layout. Touted as delivering the “best of both worlds” in its smallhouse design, this community is organized into smaller cottage-like neighborhoods, instead of a “big box” community. The design team at Greenleaf Lawson Architects was challenged to design a flexible prototype layout that could be replicated while delivering safe, supportive care. Their inventive solution was breaking down the facility’s 80 beds into smaller, 16-bed modules within five buildings. In addition to being cost effective, the cottages offer a more residential setting. “Individuals need to feel like they are at home and not just a patient on a roster with a room number,” says Greenleaf Lawson Architects’ Logan Pittman, . The design enables “residents to feel like they are not in an institutional environment, but rather in a place they can live and engage within their community.”

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Clerestory windows and a variety of comfortable seating arrangements provide welcoming areas for residents to congregate.

Papillon pendants appear throughout The Cordwainer lobby. “These iconic lighting fixtures set a sophisticated, midcentury tone from the minute residents or guests walk through the door,” says Connie Fong, The Architectural Team.

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Leaning Into Biophilic Design One common challenge architects face when designing senior living projects is that great design often plays second fiddle to operational care. This was not the case when designing The Cordwainer in Norwell, Mass., according to Anthony Vivirito, The Architectural Team. The Cordwainer boasts an upscale, midcentury modern style, and the design generously

Diffuse light brought in through skylights and clerestory windows help to mitigate some of the sundowning agitation that dementia patients can experience.

incorporates biophilic elements including a living green wall, indoor and outdoor sensory gardens, light wells, and wooden surfaces including flooring, ceilings, railings, walls, bookcases, and an outdoor pergola. “Biophilic design has significant therapeutic benefits, and we think this project will show how it actually holds a critical role in supporting care and creating

a more holistically healthy environment,” Vivirito explains. Another important biophilic design element— access to daylight. Each unit is designed with oversized windows and diffuse light is brought in through skylights and clerestory windows. “This helps to mitigate some of the sundowning agitation that dementia patients can experience,” he adds.

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As part of the biophilic theme, the dining room features Vintage Teak wood flooring from Mannington Commercial. “The wood flooring offers good durability, stain resistance and impact resistance along with an elevated aesthetic,” explains Anthony Vivirito, LEED AP, associate with The Architectural Team.

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Maravilla offers a variety of gathering spaces including this lounge area and living room.

Resort Style and Residential Warmth “Welcome to Maravilla @ The Domain,” reads the website. “Here you’ll find an incomparable lifestyle that brings together the best of two worlds: an exceptional community with next-level services and comforts—set within a vibrant cosmopolitan hub waiting to be explored just steps from home. This is the inspiring, have-it-all lifestyle of Maravilla @ The Domain.” Finding this balance of resort-style hospitality and residential warmth is becoming increasingly important for many senior living projects. It is this balance that the design team

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at Perkins Eastman seems to have accomplished in spades. With an interior aesthetic described as “relaxed elegance,” the architect’s design for the LEED Silver-certified property features colors and textures reflecting the southwestern central Texas. “Locally sourced stone, reclaimed leather belts accenting millwork cabinetry and blackened iron details introduce a local rustic flavor,” explains Jerry R. Walleck, , managing principal, Perkins Eastman, Chicago. The project earned a 2021 American Institute

of Architects’ Design for Aging Review merit award. These three midrise towers offer a full spectrum of care, the community is organized around four central courtyards and connected by a first-floor center for healthy living.

of its incredible Austin Domain neighborhood and brings in local residents through its event space and services. “This fosters connection

and engagement, essentially weaving Maravilla into the fabric of the Domain, and vice-versa,” explains Walleck.

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The upscale, amenity-rich Maravilla at the Domain in Austin, Texas offers the full spectrum of senior living and care.

The amenities list is exhaustive, and includes a heated, enclosed swimming pool and spa, a restaurant-style dining with VIP service, fullservice bar, on-site cinema with theater seating, a cozy library, an art studio, and fullservice beauty salon and barber shop. It also makes the most

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Community Integration Another senior living project actively integrating with its community is the Woodlands at Furman, located next to Furman University in Greenville, S.C. “The location provides residents, many of whom are Furman alumni and lifelong learners, easy access to the plethora of events sponsored by the university such as lectures, music, and athletic events,” explains Rocky Berg, , principal and director of business development with the Dallas-based architecture firm three. “Also, currently enrolled students at Furman engage directly with Woodlands’ residents through relationshipbuilding programs and employment opportunities. There is quite a lot of synergy that emerges from the adjacency.” Woodlands recently added a few dozen residential units, doubled its dining size and capacity

and opened a 13,000 sq.-ft. community village hub replete with a salon, fitness center, and swimming pool. Creating a lively environment where an active group of seniors can congregate, the development offers diverse dining and bar options including saute and salad stations, fresh bakery, and carvery. “These are people who truly enjoy breaking bread together. They love learning the culinary arts and enjoy vibrant entertainment,” explains Berg.

“The location provides residents, many of whom are alumni and lifelong learners, easy access to the plethora of events sponsored by the university such as lectures, music, and athletic events.” —Rocky Berg, , Principal & Director of Business Development, three, Dallas

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Accommodating seniors’ needs, the residences incorporate wheelchair-accessible flush thresholds, senior-friendly countertop heights in kitchens and baths, lowmaintenance residential flooring materials, and energy-efficient appliance packages. The new indoor pool features an integrated ramp and additional lift.

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Diverse dining and bar options including saute and salad stations, fresh bakery, and carvery.

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Living units feature wheelchair-accessible flush thresholds and senior-friendly countertop heights in the kitchens and baths.

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Project: The Tyler in East Haven, Conn. Design Team: The Architecture Team

A Passive House for Active Seniors While converting a school into a mixedincome community for seniors would be impressive on its own, The Tyler in East Haven, Conn., bears the distinction of the country’s first adaptive reuse project to adhere to the Passive House Institute’s EnerPHit program standards with applicable historic exclusions. Combining the old with new, The Architecture Team capitalized on the existing 84-year-old core, historical millwork, light-filled classrooms, a stately brick façade and built-in accessibility, including ramps

and wide corridors. “The interiors feature refreshing hues of blue and warm grays combined with a palette of lively, energetic coral to enhance the common areas and create a dynamic and uplifting atmosphere,” says Ryan Hagler, project manager, The Architectural Team. Promoting connections between the senior residents and the East Haven community, The Tyler’s attached pool, auditorium and gymnasium structures host a number of municipal programs and remain widely used by the broader local population.

The mixed-income senior living, The Tyler in East Haven, Conn. is the country’s first adaptive reuse project to adhere to the Passive House Institute’s EnerPHit program standards. HIGHLIGHTING PRODUCTS IN THE TYLER’S LOBBY

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Passive House Challenges To help achieve high energy performance standards, a 90-kilowatt rooftop solar photovoltaic system is tied into an energy recovery ventilator system with a Mitsubishi split system heat pump for heating and cooling. Split HVAC systems have become quite popular in these applications. “From the standpoint of air quality and energy efficiency, these systems are vastly superior to central ducted systems that were the norm just a few years ago, and the split systems allow for the higher indoor air quality and more precise environmental control that senior and memory care communities require,” explains Vivirito. In addition, Energy Star labeled or

equivalently efficient appliances, LED light fixtures, and low-flow plumbing fixtures were specified.

performance that was sufficient and the team was able to compensate with other aspects of the enclosure.

Delivering a tight building enclosure on a historic structure proved to be quite the challenge. As a historic landmark, the project was limited to historic replicas for the windows and this precluded high-performance window systems. For the oldest 1936 wing, the architectural team had to settle for Historic Replacement windows from Universal Window and Door. For the 1964 wing, the team went with a Kawneer UltraThermal storefront system. In both cases, a more Passive House glazing system would have been preferred, but they achieved a thermal

“Exterior walls were fit out with a new stud cavity on the interior side, which we insulated with a layer of rigid insulation and then filled with closedcell spray foam for a total added R-value of R-20.5,” reports Hagler. “Our team fitted the roof with a combination of continuous R-10 rigid insulation on the exterior side and R-39 closed-cell spray foam at the underside for a total R-value of R-49. Additionally, the basement received R-20 insulation on top of the existing uninsulated slab, and then a new floor slab was placed on top of the existing one.”

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Challenge Accepted New landscape lighting makes outdoor spaces brighter, better controlled, and even more beautiful. As outdoor space became the most coveted type of commercial and residential space, landscape lighting and controls manufacturers worked to make it easier for these spaces to be occupied after dark by looking at where the challenges were and then resolving them. For example, making dimly lit outdoor areas brighter has been such a popular landscaping request that one company shifted recently making their custom solution a standard part of their offering—enabling spaces with existing poles to be upgraded with new levels of highquality floodlight.

Outdoor space has become a coveted commercial and residential space, landscape lighting and controls manufacturers worked to make it easier for these spaces to be occupied after dark.

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Another well-known area for improvement in outdoor lighting—control. Today, building owners and homeowners alike see the value in being able to control the lighting in a space from anywhere in the world. Now users can surveil and change the lighting while hiking in Nova Scotia or during a jungle safari in Botswana—unlocking local outdoor control from the proverbial great outdoors. And, of course, there are revolutionary new forms that make outdoor illumination in pergolas, pavilions, gazebos, patios, and pools feel new and exciting, while also being capable of fitting into new spaces altogether. The following shortlist highlights a few such landscape lighting products that are making outdoor spaces brighter, better controlled, and even more beautiful. POLE TOP FOR UNDERLIT AREAS Bring more light, quickly and comfortably, into outdoor areas that are underlit. This product began as a custom solution and it was requested so often, that the Pole Top has now becomes a standard offering. Designed to be installed high above the line of sight, the Pole Top solution easily mounts up to four fixtures on any standard pole top. Specifiers can choose between the Rio, Denali, and Hume families of integral floodlights. The luminaires are made of machined aluminum to stand up to the outdoor elements and can be positioned in a variety of ways with varying wattages—13 watts to 36 watts—and a potential of up to 15,000 total lumens.

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A DIFFERENT LOOK FOR HEALTHCARE Interior sliding door systems in the barn door style are on trend, but not typically used in a healthcare space. These doors adhere to ADA compliance standards and therefore can bring the rustic, Modern Farmhouse feel to any healthcare space. Constructed of solid core lumber, laminate or traditional aluminum and glass, the FlexBarn is a versatile multiuse door system. It features ADA compliant hardware, self-closing functionality, and a soft close and soft open dampening system for smooth seamless operation. CIRCLE 229

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Rethink what’s possible with our innovative thin stone solutions Cannon Design selected premium ARRIS-clip thin stone for this stunning project at the University of Southern Indiana. This remarkable exterior cladding system simply installs into an aluminum rail system and is 1/3 the weight of normal 4” masonry veneer. Part of Arriscraft’s premium Renaissance® stone family, ARRIS-clip comes in a wide color range, in smooth and rocked finishes, with custom orders available. Contact solutions@arriscraft.com.

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HEAT COME EASY Even when properly insulated, concrete floors suspended over cold spaces will lose up to 80% of their heat. The EasyHeat Elevated Slab Heating System from Emerson keeps concrete floors at or near room temperature, eliminating the chill and taking significant strain off HVAC systems. Comprised of self-regulating or mineral insulated heating cables, power distribution controls, and accessories, the system comes ready to mount on the underside of a concrete slab with strapping to securely hold it in place. Warm concrete floors make it more comfortable for people within the structures, including those traveling on skywalks between gates at airports or locating their cars in underground garages. CIRCLE 226

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SPEEDY AND RELIABLE COMMERCIAL GARAGE DOORS Sectional door manufacturer, Clopay Corp., has partnered with LiftMaster, professionally installed residential garage door systems and commercial door operators, to launch the Extreme Series Door powered by Liftmaster. The high-performance door system operates three times faster (24 in. per second) and five times longer (at 50,000 cycles) than standard doors. It is a fit for fire stations, automotive dealerships, and service centers that need an aesthetic door with higher speeds and a longer cycle life. Floor-mounted controllers help set limits and reduce risk of injury while decreasing maintenance requirements and installation costs. CIRCLE 224

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LIGHT & VOLCANIC ROCK Handcrafted in Mexico with volcanic rock and powder coated aluminum, Meta Parallel is a symbol of balance and tension. The enclosed volcanic stones are intended to be more than the sum of their parts, creating a unique piece that is both a pendant lamp and conversation-starting sculpture. CIRCLE 223

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REIMAGINED AQUA The muted and warm tones of Lavish Ceramics’ Resin Aqua make it a tranquil and disarming accent in any interior space. This resin floor covering transforms the trendiness of aqua into a grounded and earthy color that is both welcoming and neutral in any residential living area.

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GOING XL IN 2022 Extra-large format tiles and porcelain slabs allow for near seamless continuity of finishes across surfaces for a clean and minimalist look. Daltile’s new 10-ft. 6-in. long × 5-ft. 3-in. wide porcelain slab offerings, includes Opal Travertine, which embodies a contemporary limestone design brought to life with visual movement created by repeated striations of beige, gray, white and other natural tones. CIRCLE 221

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FRESH FURNISHINGS Interior designers are re-evaluating some of the more common items or materials traditionally used in hospitality projects and furnished high-rise apartments to adapt to post-pandemic lifestyles. The Duet Nightstand, which can have a left or right orientation, features multiple materials in one piece of furniture. Made with clear acrylic and standard woods and finishes, the bold and weighty wood portion harmoniously adjoins the translucent lightness of the acrylic. CIRCLE 220

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POPULAR CASEMENT WINDOW Ever wonder which casement window products contractors prefer for their own homes? According to Andersen Windows & Doors’ 2020 brand survey of U.S. contractors, it’s the 400 Series casement window. Building upon its popularity, Andersen has expanded the series to include a contemporary profile option. The frame is vinyl on the exterior and wood on the interior for that desired wood appearance, without the hassle of exterior maintenance. Standard window sizes go up to 3-ft. wide × 6-ft. high, with the option to customize sizes. CIRCLE 219

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PROPER MOTIVATION The launch of Ecore’s Woven Vinyl Collection offers two new high-performance surfaces: Ebb & Flow Motivate. The new options feature two intricate 1mm woven vinyl wear layers fusion-bonded to a 5mm vulcanized composition rubber (VCR) base layer. Both surfaces are available in six colors, with the Ebb series featuring a structured woven pattern and the Flow series featuring a complex woven pattern that creates an organic visual effect. Created using Ecore’s patented TRU technology, Ebb & Flow’s durable, quiet and stain resistant surface is ideal for cardio, strength, free weight, retail, public and offices. CIRCLE 218

A UNIQUE FINISH COMBO Available in a deck mount, wall mount and floor mount with full shower kits and accessories, Watermark’s Brut offers unique finish combinations with the application of two different polishing processes. This results in a polished and smooth exterior spout and an earthy and rough-hewn underside all on one piece of brass. Available in a number of holes, the three-hole faucet, for example, measures 10.625-in. high × 8.75-in. wide with 3.375-in. long handles. CIRCLE 217

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TOUCHLESS TOWELS Featuring reliable touch-free activation and jam-free operation, Bradley Corp. introduces its new electronic touchless roll towel dispenser. LiDAR sensors, operated by light and radar, optimize battery life and provide reliable activation. Adjustable settings for sheet length, time delay, sensor range and dispensing mode reduces maintenance and controls paper usage. The new line offers a highimpact plastic cover and a fingerprint-free option. CIRCLE 216

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BIGGER AND BETTER Responding to market interest in large-scale exterior insulating glass units, Vitro has boosted the measurements of its oversized glass lites from 130 in. × 204 in. to 130 in. × 240 in. “Titan glass has pushed past the boundaries of what was previously thought possible when fabricating large-scale spans of glass,” states Emily Losego, manager, Vitro Architectural Glass. “Now, architects can achieve even more dramatic and visually impressive facades with a smaller number of IGUs.” The glass can be manufactured with Solarban 60, 70, 72, 90, or R100 glass coatings for added solar control and clear, Acuity or Starphire glass substrates.

SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY Plaster 2.0 is MILEstone’s first entirely carbon neutral product—and the first of its kind in the porcelain tile industry. More than 95% of the collection’s materials are sourced within a 500-mile radius of the company’s Clarksville, Tenn. factory. Plaster 2.0 comes in six bold colors, including white, clay, gold, clover, red, and bay—intended to replicate the “artistic layering of venetian plaster.” CIRCLE 214

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CRYSTAL CLEAR They didn’t name it crystal clear for nothing. Saflex’s Crystal Clear PVB interlayer delivers a perfect color rendering index (CRI) of 100, providing an extremely high level of clarity. With super high transparency and virtually invisible exposed edges, the product is suitable for premium applications with designs requiring laminated low-e glass. CIRCLE 213

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Griplock Systems, LLC acquires Cable Grippers, Inc.

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A THREAD OF INSPIRATION Snowgems is no ordinary sound-absorbing system. The panels, which are made with Snowsound technology, were inspired by the idea of “a thread of differently shaped and colored precious gems strung together to form a necklace or pendant earrings.” Snowgems are available in aquamarine, rose quartz, cool white and dark gray. The dividers can be used as single units or as part of a series of connected modules to enhance a space’s acoustics and aesthetics. Design (a+b) Annalisa Dominoni, Benedetto Quaquaro. CIRCLE 212

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SUPER SABRE Available in 10-in. and 12-in. rough-in round and elongated bowls, the Sabre is one of Niagara’s latest WaterSense toilet options. Incorporating Stealth Technology, the Sabre’s 1.1 and 1.28 gpf values utilize vacuum-assist technology to enable less water to work more efficiently. The Flush valve fills from bottom for a quiet flush and the system’s flapperless technology eliminates leaks. CIRCLE 211

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A PLETHORA OF PARTITIONS Adding a stylish twist to interior glass partitions, the Haven collection from Arden Studio features a generous selection of decorative styles available in etched, laminated or multi-colored glass. With endless colored and textured design possibilities, the stand-up partitions can also incorporate logos, patterns or artwork. Ideal for retail, restaurants, workplaces, classrooms and healthcare facilities, these partitions are durable and versatile. CIRCLE 210

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PRIVATE SWIM Suffering from banging cubicles and a lack of privacy, the Foss Swim School was not satisfied with its existing bathroom partitions. When it renovated five of its locations in the upper Midwest, Bobrick’s Evolve cubicles were selected. The product offers European-style privacy with 72-in.-tall doors and panels, no sightlines, occupancy indicator latches and self-closing doors. The extra-wide divider panels helped create roomier compartments that families needed to help their children comfortably change. CIRCLE 209

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FOR A QUICK FILL When folks manage to make the time for a nice, relaxing bath, it can be frustrating waiting for the bath to fill up. Known to offer one of the highest flow rates on the market, Franz Viegener’s tub fillers can fill a tub up to three times faster than conventional fillers. Their latest Konic series features a new floor mounted filler matching the collection’s blend of linear and curved designs. The product also stands out for the ease with which its tilting hand shower can be moved and repositioned. CIRCLE 208

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Perfect for PTAC Reliable AEL-42 louvers are the right choice for buildings that use packaged terminal air conditioners. Typically positioned underneath a window, these louvers are an architecturally and aesthetically appealing alternative to stamped grilles. AEL-42 louvers are available in a variety of frame and color-matching options and are compatible with virtually every OEM unit. Make the Reliable choice.

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EMBRACING THE KNOB Featuring a unique industrial design, HamatUSA’s Knob Collection is comprised of a linear spout that curves and ends at a right angle against a vertical cylindrical head. Designed by Tel Aviv architect Oshir Asaban, the faucets are made from premium 316 stainless steel and finished with a unique mix of polishing and brushing techniques. Faucet handles rotate only forward to eliminate the risk of hitting a backsplash or window casing. CIRCLE 207

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PRIVATE, YET OPEN With many Americans returning to the office either full time are via a hybrid arrangement, workplaces must be equipped to balance transparency and openness with privacy. Helping architects and owners strike this balance, Bendheim has expanded its Prospero collection of textured, etched and carved designs in low-iron, ultra-clear, grey and bronze 3/8-in.-thick tempered glass. Offering a lead time for fabricating, polishing and tempering the glass in as little as two weeks, these privacy partitions are well suited for offices, hospitality and healthcare applications. CIRCLE 206

COMPELLING CURVES Break free from the second dimension with curved marble. Perini’s curve collection creates compelling 3D spaces and “wow” factor on feature walls and kitchen islands. Perini prides itself on creating a bridge to the future—while honoring the past. Curve marble does just that with builtto-last quality in white, gray, and green. CIRCLE 205

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CREATE A COMFORTABLE CONCRETE JUNGLE Made with innovative yarn and tufting technology, Milliken carpet is comfortable, resembles concrete, and has a reduced carbon footprint. Using less raw material than its competitors, the D/LUX series is an ode to the concrete jungle. The Comfortable Concrete Collection is available in dark and light neutrals, with expressive pops of color, including Arctic Blue, Cool Flame and Molten Plum. CIRCLE 204

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East Side Access Project In New York City East Side Access is the largest infrastructure project in the 57-year history of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. By adding direct train service from Long Island to East Manhattan, the project will provide faster commutes, fewer delays, greater reliability, and more options for Long Island residents. Fire-rated floor doors are often found in public buildings, dormitories, office buildings and exit stairwells. BILCO’s fire-rated doors maintain the fire rating of a 2-hour floor ceiling assembly between building floors. The door hardware and sealants used in each fire-rated floor door are specially selected to maintain the fire rating.

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Exterior Panels/Cladding

A Metal Façade Takes Hotel to New Heights Unitized architectural single-skin metal panels provide the right balance between aesthetics, performance, and cost. CATEGORY: » Exterior Panels/Cladding » Hospitality COMPANY:

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Aloft and Element Austin Downtown LOCATION:

Austin, Texas DESIGN TEAM:

HKS, Inc. PRODUCT SPECS: » Dri-Design Metal Wall Panels

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CHALLENGE: The capital of Texas has undergone a surge of popularity in part to its eclectic music, culture,

and growing downtown. With an increase in visitors, the hospitality sector of Austin also needed expansion. White Lodging asked the team at HKS to design a dual-branded hotel that would answer this need. The hotel would be the Aloft Austin Downtown and Element Austin Downtown, two distinct hotels in one building. INFLUENCE: HKS was asked to design a building that would be fresh and modern while fitting into the Austin

skyline. Additionally, the team needed to find a material for the façade that would accomplish their design intent and was also low-maintenance, durable and could meet the fire codes for a high-rise structure. Beyond design and material choices, the most challenging aspect of the project was the site size and bustling location. Michael Strohmer, a principal with HKS, says trying to fit all the spaces into such a small site required creative solutions. SOLUTION: The design team chose over 42,000 square feet of Dri-Design Metal Wall Panels in Aluminum

Mica and Weathered Zinc colors for the hotel’s façade. “After considering different options, metal panels were selected because they were the best balance between aesthetics and cost. Being able to panelize the wall panels in a shop provided a consistent quality that gave us and the owner confidence,” Strohmer says. “Dri-Design panels have several advantages over other metal panel types, which makes it an easy decision,” says Strohmer. “The thickness of the aluminum ensures that the panels maintain a flat and uniform appearance. The corner panels made from a single piece also give a preferred appearance, and the joint detail closes off the substrate underneath, so there isn’t a concern about ultraviolet degradation of the waterproofing.” Baker Triangle Prefab, Dallas, installed the 0.80-inch gauge aluminum panels onto unitized wall structures before craning them into place on the jobsite. This technique helped save time and space on the site, both of which were in short supply. Brad Zeeff, president of Dri-Design, adds: “Our panels have true dry joints with no sealants or gaskets. They are not laminated, and they do not require tapes or sealants. These characteristics make them unlike other metal wall panels—with longer lifespans and better performance.”

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Flooring

“The Soldiers Home” to Charter School The south wing of an Armed Forces Retirement Home Building, now home to K-8 public charter school, needed resilient and ﬂexible ﬂooring.

CATEGORY: » Flooring » Education COMPANY:

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Creative Minds International (CMI) LOCATION:

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Newman Architects PRODUCT SPECS: » Altro Orchestra » Altro Wood Comfort

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CHALLENGE: The Sherman Building has been a part of the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH) campus

since its original opening in 1857. Known for many years as “the soldiers home,” this building is located on the 272-acre AFRH campus in Washington, D.C. The south wing of the Sherman Building is now the home of Creative Minds International (CMI), a k-8 public charter school. When selecting ﬂooring for this renovation, it was important that the material offered resilience and ﬂexibility as 25% of their student body included those with extra needs. Because this building is on the National Register of Historic Places, no permanent changes could be made, leading to interesting design challenges. INFLUENCE: Newman Architects wanted to prioritize material that provided a homelike feel that remained

applicable to the historical context of the campus. In order to bring this vision to fruition, Newman Architects worked closely with teachers, staff, students and community members to understand CMI’s authentic context and project needs. The targeted renovation included three new classrooms, an activated common area and other support spaces totaling 6,000 sq. ft. to support its growing student body.

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Restrooms

Setting New Standards for Restroom Design A boutique commercial development needed to celebrate the industrial heritage, vibrant character of the area, and the region’s subtropical climate. CATEGORY: » Restrooms » Mixed-Use » Office » Retail » Plumbing Fixtures COMPANY:

ASI Group PROJECT:

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Brisbane, Australia DESIGN TEAM:

Rothelowman PRODUCT SPECS: » ASI Washroom Accessories—

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CHALLENGE: Located in Brisbane’s multifaceted suburb of Newstead, the

SOLUTION: This challenge was taken on by ASI Group’s Australian division

new 14 Stratton Street development sets new standards for office design in the area, while embodying the pioneering spirit, focus on wellness and importance of culture the district is renowned for. Positioned just three kilometers from the city’s bustling Central Business District, in calming proximity to the Brisbane River, 14 Stratton Street is a boutique commercial development spanning 11 exquisitely finished floors. Designed by Rothelowman, the new building houses a roof-top, office and retail spaces, as well as end-of-trip facilities on the ground level— celebrating the industrial heritage and vibrant character of the area, and the region’s subtropical climate. With the design intent behind the development set to communicate Newstead’s unique ambiance, it was paramount for each area of the building to reflect the distinctive combination of wellness, innovation and elevated style. As one of the key areas of the new development—both in terms of fostering well-being and providing an entry point into the building—the end-of-trip rooms had to successfully reflect the high-end design language of the project, accommodate the practical nature of the facilities, and create a welcoming, industrial look and feel. With a refined, clean and unostentatious aesthetic delineating the higher floors, the ground floor area had to maintain the same level of seamlessness and pared back quality throughout carefully selected fittings and details.

ASI JD MacDonald. ASI Group’s continuous commitment to servicing the wider architectural community enabled the team at Rothelowman to seamlessly ensure that the selection of the Piatto range was the ideal choice for this project. With its combination of minimalist, yet sophisticated forms and innovative capabilities, the collection of washroom accessories was a fitting addition to the end-of-trip areas. Elegantly finished in matte black, Piatto perfectly complements the industrial character of the surroundings and further elevates the polished visual identity of the ground floor facilities. Conspicuously discrete, the innovative washroom accessories feature entirely concealed hinges and an internal latching system with no visible hardware. This pioneering product design approach enables the accessories to fit perfectly and completely into the plane of the finished wall, generating spectacularly minimalist lines with no protrusions. This unique fusion of striking and sophisticated, yet clean and concealed qualities turned out to be the perfect match for the design intent behind the project. “The design brief for the area was to create a warm industrial space, and the Piatto matte black units were selected to complement all of the other fittings and fixtures in the facility,” says Chau Truong, Senior Interior Designer of Rothelowman. “We also really loved how they could be installed flush with the tiles.” In addition, the high-quality units are easy to install and adjust, and the phenolic doors are designed to close silently, so that the maintenance is effective and completely inconspicuous. This, in turn, ensures that the fitting and replenishment processes are just as seamless as the aesthetic ASI’s Piatto washroom accessories are designed to generate.

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SHOWROOM? NO, IT’S YOUR WASHROOM. Whoever said the washroom (the most frequented room in any building) shouldn’t be as nice as the showroom? ASI just gave the washroom a makeover—you can too. Visit americanspecialties.com/showroom to explore the new standard for basis of design in washrooms. Featured in this ad are our exclusive Velare™ and Piatto™ collection of washroom accessories, ASI Alpaco™ partitions, and ASI lockers.

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Historic ten-panel, 2.25-in. thick interior and exterior wood doors were refinished to restore their initial luster.

Decorative corbels designed by the original architect, John Gaw Meem, were opened up, adding to the project’s distinctive art with horizontal bands of red, white, and turquoise, against a neutral gray.

Entrance doors surrounded by adobe and rounded archways are considered core features of the Santa Fe style. Here the doublehung, paneled wood exterior door leads the way to the newly renovated and landscaped patio.

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Santa Fe County Courthouse Santa Fe, New Mexico There are several notable features of a SpanishPueblo Revival style building: a flat roof, stepped massing, rounded corners, stucco, earth-colored finish, walled courtyards, and decoratively carved corbels. The Santa Fe County Courthouse, designed and constructed by John Gaw Meem in 1939, had it all, originally. Then, in the 1970s, the courtyard was in-filled to create additional office space. By 2020, the mechanical, electric, and plumbing systems were out-of-date, and the building was not ADA compliant. Enter the design team at Studio Southwest Architects and contractor Jaynes Corp. They were tasked with rehabilitating, preserving, and constructing this building and its Spanish-Pueblo Revival roots. This project presented more challenges and offered more rewards than many run-of-the-mill restorations— and this sets the stage for a great story. With $8 million allocated by the county for the much-needed upgrading, original plans were contributed to the planning process by Nancy Gaw Wirth, daughter of the building’s original local architect. “For the courthouse, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, our task was to preserve the creative elements of the original construction while making the building function efficiently as contemporary office space,” said Jeremy Dreskin, principal in charge of the project at Studio Southwest Architects. A team comprised of the architects, contractors, and members of the New Mexico Historic Preservation Division studied Meem’s original drawings to help guide the restorations and replacements of the building’s windows, light fixtures, corbels, doors, and brick flooring. Original building elements and historically intact interior spaces were preserved and the entire building was upgraded for  accessibility. Jaynes retained an archaeologist to document historic finds, which included footings and foundations of earlier structures dating back to the 1800s. Crews avoided damage to historical artifacts while maintaining the schedule by relocating construction to another area of the site as items were discovered. ARCHITECT

Jeremy Dreskin, , , principal architect at Studio Southwest Architects, served as principal in charge of the historic restoration of the Santa Fe Courthouse.

PROJECT SPECS

Project: Santa Fe County Historic Administration Building Restoration Owner: Santa Fe County Lead Design Firm: Studio Southwest Architects General Contractor: Jaynes Corp. Civil Engineer: Bohannan Huston Structural Engineer: Chavez-Grieves Consulting Engineers MEP Engineer: M&E Engineer Photos: Marble Street Studio, courtesy Studio Southwest Architects

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Restoring the Enclosed Courtyard “Since this was an 80-year-old structure with concrete columns and beams when we began work, safety was a major concern in preserving the building’s structural integrity,” said Shad James, president and CEO of contractor Jaynes Corp. A shoring system was engineered to ensure safe working conditions which prevented losttime incidents. Before starting renovation work, Jaynes demolished an outmoded 1970s twostory infill structure that occupied the courtyard. “Most of the demolition was done by hand to preserve the

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original walls enclosing the space,” said Greg Krause, executive vice president of operations for Jaynes. “Because they are composed of structural clay tile with a thick plaster finish, we used wireless devices and furred-out walls to minimize cutting for conduit and ductwork,” he reported.

double hung wood and steel casement window construction, with replica mounting grids, creating a visual connection between the buildings along Grant Avenue,” said Krause. The remaining 35 original historic wood sash windows received minor repair and painting.

Jaynes constructed walls with 18 replica wood sash windows facing the courtyard and installed 48 replica windows that matched the originals. “We simulated the historic windows by using new high performance aluminum windows that closely replicated the historic

This project, which was completed in 2020, has already earned two notable awards. The 2021 ENR Southwest Best Project (Government/Public Building) and the 2021 Cultural Properties Review Committee (CPRC) Architectural Heritage Award.

“We were fortunate in having access to Meem’s original drawings to restore the courtyard balconies.” —Jeremy Dreskin, Principal Studio Southwest Architects

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TALLEST BUILDING WEST OF THE MISSISSIPPI

Just 45 miles from the San Andreas Fault, the iconic Wilshire Grand is L.A.’s tallest skyscraper. The architects at AC Martin took special care to upsize the seismicresponse system of the 73-story, 1,100 sq. ft. structure before delivering it to completion five years ago in June.

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Wilshire Grand Center, Los Angeles Building on shaky ground: There is no such thing as an earthquake-proof building, but the tallest skyscraper in L.A. did its best.

by Jeff Pitts, contributing writer

Hurricanes. Draughts. Tornadoes. Floods. Forest fires. Volcanoes. A quick glance at our planet’s laundry list of natural disasters leaves one wondering if even one square inch of the Earth could be considered a risk-free building site. Probably not, but the San Andreas Fault is among the least stable places anywhere. So when the agenda calls for building something big nearby, architects,

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structural engineers, designers and builders must bring their “A” game.

Chief Design Officer, and then she switched hats to serve as its Project Director.

The intent was never to build the tallest building in Los Angeles, insists Tammy Jow. She should know. As a Principal for AC Martin, Jow worked extensively on the Wilshire Grand project, first as its Senior Designer working together with David Martin, AC Martin’s

The planning process to not build the tallest tower in L.A. started in 2012, she remembers. Back then, the conventional thinking was that building the tallest tower in town might also make you the most provocative terrorist target. Being the biggest was never the desire

of Korean Airlines, the client. Instead it was the opposite. Turn the $1 billion-dollar budget into 400,000 sq. ft. of rentable office space, and then top it off with a 4-star, 900-room hotel. “We just composed a building based on the program,” said Jow. When the program proposed a 73-story, 1,100ft. skyscraper, the team continued to go about

its business. Maybe they should have realized what those numbers signified. Maybe somewhere, subconsciously someone had an inkling, but according to Jow, no one was openly aware that the plan called for the tallest building in the city, tallest building on the West Coast, and indeed, the nation’s tallest building west of the Mississippi—it is said to be the 15th-tallest nationally. At least not

until Chris Martin, AC Martin’s Chairman and CEO, did a media interview. After learning of the project’s proposed height, it was an L.A. Times reporter who first made the connection and declared the height’s significance. In June 2017, L.A.’s newly minted, and much anticipated, modern marvel finally opened. Korean Airlines built the behemoth for

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The Spire

The spire is nearly 300 ft. and there are only a few U.S. options to handle something like that, according to Jow. Its steel shafts were manufactured by Valmont, with assist by Schuff Steel, they also did the mammoth steel tubes for the sail at the top.

Although the mark has since been bested, under the guidance of Turner Construction Co., Wilshire Grand accepted the largest continuous concrete pour in recorded world history, at least at that time, as authenticated by Guinness World Records. The record-setting feat wasn’t just for show, either. “The structure’s stability begins at the foundation,” Jow reaffirms. The 17.5-ft. concrete mat foundation at the tower’s base contains 21,800 cubic yards of concrete that is reinforced with 6.6 million pounds of rebar. Massive additional amounts of concrete run up the tower’s core to the top.

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Project: Wilshire Grand Center, Los Angeles Size: 1,100 ft., 73 stories

Architect: AC Martin Cost: $1.2 billion, according to some estimates Opened: June 2017 Owner: Hanjin International Corp./Korean Air

Wilshire Grand can sway east-to-west more than 3 ft. off center in both directions, and moving north-to-south it might move more than 6 ft. off center in both directions.

the stated purpose of being: “a symbol of the friendship between South Korea and the U.S.,” while investing in Los Angeles, which hosts the largest Korean population (of any city in the world) outside of Seoul.” It is commonly said that “you can’t put a price on friendship,” but if you are wondering, $1.2 billion was the project’s estimated price tag.

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Building Southern California skyscrapers might seem like sunshine and lollipops to the uninitiated, but building at a site just 45 miles south of the San Andreas Fault—and even closer to some lesser-known ones— is serious business. The Wilshire Grand team implemented an array of seismic resistance measures during its build. In the following pages,

Architectural Products magazine takes a look at a few such items, as well as some other can’t miss attributes.

Shock Absorbers The concrete adds stability to a tall-and-slender building, but the design allows the structure to move on occasion, too, according to Jow. Going east-to-west, the Wilshire Grand can sway more than 3 ft. off center in both directions, and moving north-to-south it might move more than 6 ft. off center in both directions. Again, that is by design. The structure’s flexibility is necessary to endure intense winds and any potential shakiness from a quake. Mitsui & Co. manufactured the buckling-restrained braces and the steel contractor, Schuff Steel Co., delivered them to the site. These were strategically positioned at three intervals throughout the tower—there are 10 total, five on each side of the core—to act as shock absorbers and enable the tower to withstand movement. The braces at the building’s top third were installed at the sky lobby level, and since the interior design team liked their look, they opted to leave them mostly exposed but wrapped them in leather, so they serve both form and function. See more on p. 82.

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Letting It Slide

Jow says she is frequently asked why that delicate construction was placed there. Again she credits her team of structural engineers— Brandow and Johnston Structural Engineers— whose customized slide bearings made it feasible. They attach at a fixed point on one side while attaching on the other side in such a way that it can slide. In the event of any seismic movement, the glass won’t bind, twist and break. Expansion covers affixed by magnets serve to cover the joints cosmetically. Magnets? Jow had her doubts at first, but “our glazing contractor, Benson Industries, the group out of Portland, Ore. and Long Beach, Calif. worked on this project with me, and they dropped off a sample at my desk—an expansion cover with a monster magnet, and you can’t pull this thing off by yourself.” Construction Specialties provided the majority of the project’s expansion joints, expansion covers and exterior louvers. See right. Construction Specialties www.c-sgroup.com CIRCLE 190

The glass skylight element—manufactured by Columbia Iron in Portland—is nearly the length of a football field and situated in a precarious position between the tower and its seven-story companion.

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The Wilshire Grand’s striking skylight feature was made possible in part due to a customized version of an XLS expansion joint cover, XLS-2G, supplied by Construction Specialties. Each unit is designed to match the building’s aesthetic and allows the surrounding structures to move in all directions in a seismic event. The system remains closed and tamper resistant by neodymium magnetics and a pulley system. The cover is specifically designed to endure high wind loads and for exterior seismic wall applications where cover concealment is desired within the finishes. Assuming the adjacent buildings return to their nominal positions after an earthquake, zero maintenance is required.

This louver type utilized on the exterior of the Wilshire Grand—Model B-7505—is a high-performance, winddriven rain-resistant louver with a customizable blade depth, spacing, design and color. With Bold Line, the louvers are the design— not simply a requirement or compromise. It is AMCAcertified.

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Seismic Support System

The tower utilizes a unique lateral system with a concrete core wall up to 4 ft. in thickness and outriggers comprising buckling-restrained braces (BRBs) in the transverse direction at three elevations (Lower, Middle and Upper) along the height of the structure.

The outriggers serve to resist significant overturning forces from wind or seismic events. The use of BRBs which, with an unbonded steel core enclosed by a concrete casing preventing buckling, allows force demands and yielding of the brace steel core element, to be controlled. Yielding of the braces enables energy absorption to occur, which is a desirable feature of design for major seismic events. At the Lower and Upper outrigger levels, the structure has perimeter belt trusses to better control vertical force distribution, thus providing a degree of redundancy. For gravity loads the structure utilizes a reinforced concrete-on-metal deck floor on struc-

tural steel beams and girders. The perimeter building columns, which resist both gravity and significant overturning forces imposed by the outriggers, are composite steel box columns filled with structural concrete. Source: Peter J. Maranian, S.E., CEng, Brandow

The structural engineer of record was Brandow and Johnston. They utilized the services of Thornton Tomasetti for the development of the design and analysis of the tower. Turner Construction managed the construction of the project which included Schuff Steel as the steel fabricator, Conco Construction as the concrete subcontractor along with Gerdau as the rebar subcontractor.

BUCKLING RESTRAINED BRACES

Mitsui & Co. manufactured the buckling-restrained braces and the steel contractor, Schuff Steel, brought them to the site. These were strategically positioned at three intervals throughout the tower. These braces serve as shock absorbers when the tower sways.

SKY LOBBY

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Breaking the Flat Barrier When the team at AC Martin began designing the Wilshire Grand, it had been a couple of decades since the completion of a significant skyscraper in downtown L.A. It had been even longer since a non-flat-roof of note had been added to the skyline. The dominance of flat-roof construction, since 1974, was due to a city fire ordinance that took effect that year, requiring new high-rises to possess a helicopter pad in case of fires and other emergencies. The design team approached the L.A. Fire Department and said, “We have this opportunity to do something incredible for downtown,” explained Jow. The project obtained permission to use other safety features, including a special landing platform and dedicated elevator for firefighters. It should be noted that the city ended the flat-roof requirement in 2015. Today, the Wilshire Grand is topped with a 100-ft.-tall, sail-shaped crown built of glass and steel.

Going Straight to the Top It takes just 45 seconds for guests of the Intercontinental Hotel in the Wilshire Grand to travel 70 stories from the ground floor of the building to the Sky Lobby. “Korean Air wanted to give everyone the opportunity to see those never-before-seen views,” remembers Jow. The mandate came early, often, and straight from the mouth of the man with the most authority, the idea’s original author—Korean Air Chairman Y.H. Cho. Guests at the Wilshire Grand Hotel enter on the first floor and are taken directly to the 70th floor, where they are greeted by a breathtaking view of L.A. that reaches all the way to Santa Monica.

And Then There Was a Light Show “The lighting was the most unexpected, pleasant surprise in how the building turned out,” reveals Jow. Programmable LED lighting equipped with an acrylic lens lines the tower’s exterior skin. StandardVision procured the product from South Korea and developed the design. “We wanted to do something subtle, sophisticated and integrated into the architecture,”

she adds. The modular lighting system creates an illuminated accent on each floor. Viewed from afar, the pattern seems to rise up the building and wrap itself around the sail at the top. “Once StandardVision took over in terms of programming the lights, the building became iconic,” says Jow. StandardVision

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Headache-Saving Timesavers The hotel’s typical in-room bathrooms, 700 of them or so, were prefabricated off site by a company now known as SurePods in Madera, Calif. These fourstar quality, factory-built “pods” were trucked to the worksite where cranes hoisted them to their respective floor to eventually be slid into place by on-site labor. Once utility connections were made, the units were fully functional. This enormous efficiency saved an immense amount of time and coordination in the field. If not for these units, six or seven different trades would have been tripping over each other. The credit for working this concept from research to fruition belongs to Turner Construction, according to Jow. SurePods

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4 Discuss the potential dangers of an over-reliance on antimicrobial additives to compensate for enhanced cleaning and disinfection routines.

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to bring more daylight in through the envelope, they must also satisfy the requirements within the fire codes, which mandate the use of fire-rated assemblies in certain areas of the enclosure. For years, limitations in the types of glass curtain wall assemblies that were fire rated made it very difficult for architects to design a building envelope that could allow ample daylight to trespass into the interior, without it being visually obvious that certain areas were fire rated and others were not. Another challenge architects face is the growing popularity of using glass as a material and the increased awareness of the importance of good acoustics in an interior space. This course will dive into the common noise-related problems that can exist in a space and the performance metrics available to help architects choose the materials and assemblies to best manage all of the potentially problematic sound bouncing around. Another hot topic in healthy design is antimicrobial additives. Once considered to be a major component in the creation of a clean and hygienic environment, new research suggests that the overuse of these products may be contributing to a larger health-related problem. This article offers the science and insights that

3 Invite daylight deeper into a building with glass partitions, while protecting the acoustics of the interior environment.

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DESIGN BEAUTIFUL GLASS CURTAIN WALLS AND ACHIEVE REQUISITE FIRE RATINGS

Glass curtain wall systems offer architects a way to create a building envelope that invites daylight into the interior, while maximizing the access that building occupants have to views of the outdoors. According to a market report published by Fortune Business Insights, architects’ demand for glass curtain wall systems, both stick-built and unitized, is on the rise. “The global glass curtain wall market size was valued at USD 48.06 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 71.14 billion by 2027.” It could be surmised that one of the drivers behind this incredible growth is the demand for bringing daylight into an interior, which would increase the use of glass in the façade over other daylight and view obstructing materials. However, just because there is growing demand for a certain type of solution, doesn’t mean that there isn’t room for improvement. A standard glass curtain wall assembly is

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These fire-rated aluminum glazing systems combine insulated aluminum framing and laminated glass. The thermally broken aluminum extrusions are filled with a fire-blocking material that can offer up to 120-minutes of fire-resistive performance. The fire-resistive framing is paired with a fire-rated glass to complete the curtain wall assembly. The profiles of these extruded and filled aluminum profiles are narrow, sharp, and blend much better with existing non-rated designs than the hollow, steel frames traditionally used in fire-rated assemblies. This means that fire-rated aluminum glazing systems can offer an aesthetic match to the non-fire-rated, aluminum assemblies, enabling designers to create an

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It is important to note that under the umbrella term of fire-rated, aluminum glazing assemblies can be identified as either fire protective or fire resistive, depending upon the type of protection they offer. Fire-protective assemblies defend against the spread of flames and smoke for the amount of time indicated by its fire rating. These time periods can range from 20 to 180 minutes. These assemblies do not block the transfer of radiant and conductive heat. As such, building codes, specifically the International Building Code (IBC), often limits the size and areas where these products can be applied. Fire-resistive assemblies provide the same level of defense against flame and smoke spread as fire-protective assemblies and provides a greater degree of protection by blocking the transfer of radiant and conductive heat. These systems are classified as a wall instead of an opening and they undergo stringent fire-resistance tests to verify their performance in the event of a fire, as required by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). C A S E S T U DY

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICINE, CENTER FOR CARE AND DISCOVERY

Rafael Vinoly Architects designed the Center for Care and Discovery (CCD), one of the largest buildings on the Hyde Park campus of the University of Chicago

Medicine. When they did so, they decided to use windows and views as a chief decorative element throughout the hospital. The building envelope features several horizontal bands of windows, with a visual break in the vertical mass on the seventh floor, where the Sky Lobby is located. Outfitted in floor-to-ceiling glass walls, the Sky Lobby is filled with natural light and provides patients and visitors with incredible panoramic views of Lake Michigan and downtown Chicago. The Sky Lobby houses central reception and check-in areas, family waiting areas, food court, coffee shop, and a unique, oval-shaped, 600-sq. ft. chapel. In the chapel, the Vinoly team worked to support the spiritual and emotional needs of the patients and loved ones who may seek a moment of solace in the space. They added a band of clerestory windows 12-ft. 6-in. above the finished floor to bring natural light into this intimate and peaceful space. Because of the location of the windows, these glass curtain wall assemblies were required to be fire rated. “Due to the proximity of an adjacent existing hospital building, a two-hour separation at the façade needed to be provided within our new project,” stated Joseph Cliggott of Rafael Vinoly Architects. It was of paramount importance that the appearance of these curved, fire-rated clerestory windows be indistinguishable from the non-fire-rated assemblies incorporated throughout the flushed glazed building exterior. “We requested that the contractor, Jim Koch of Klein Dickert, develop and gain UL approval of a custom pressure plate approach to simulate a structural glazed installation,” explained Cliggott. “For this project, the architectural team wanted to create an exterior that had a consistent and uniform flushed glazed appearance. In our fire-rated curtain wall assemblies, glazing clips are used to hold the glass in place, and then covered with a pressure plate and

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beauty cap. The design team didn’t want to see the pressure plate or cap. Instead, they wanted these windows to have a flushed glaze appearance that matched typical non-rated flushed glazed applications. We modified the glazing clips to create a single channel to hold the glass in place that resembles the flush glaze and earned UL approval on this new design. From the outside looking in, these windows look like any other part of the building,” explains Jerry Cucchi, Aluflam North America. Beyond the impressive aesthetics, the curtainwall system in the chapel effectively satisfied the fire rating separation requirements and minimized the profile for the span of clerestory windows, allowing the greatest amount of natural light possible to wash horizontally across the plaster ceiling. CHALLENGE

THE EXPOSURE TO NOISE, OR UNWANTED SOUND, CAN HAVE A NEGATIVE EFFECT ON THE MENTAL HEALTH AND PHYSICAL WELLBEING OF A PERSON.

nausea and if the noise gets loud enough, for long enough, it has even been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular problems. While architects’ awareness of acoustics has certainly been raised over the past few years, there remains confusion around how to design interiors so that they offer building occupants good acoustics. Part of the confusion is created due to the several metrics that describe how a material or assembly will handle sound. The complexity surrounding the topic of sound and how it travels certainly doesn’t help. Let’s begin by discussing sound and the many metrics that describe its management. When sound waves collide with a surface, they can be transmitted, absorbed, or reflected. There are two metrics for quantifying the sound transmission of an assembly. The Outdoor Indoor Transmission Class (OITC) and the Sound Transmission Class (STC). As the name implies, the OITC rating method describes how easily sound travels between outdoor and indoor spaces. The higher the rating, the better the material or assembly’s resistance to sound transmission. Fenestration and windows can earn an OITC rating based on how effectively they keep road noise or the sounds from passing planes outside. The Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating

DELIVER GOOD ACOUSTICS AND USE GLASS

Good acoustics is another wellness-related aspect of design that is pretty much beyond debate at this point as a mountain of research has demonstrated that, much like light and heat, the presence of sound energy can influence the health, wellbeing, and productivity of people in a building. Prolonged exposure to unwanted sound, or noise, affects people behaviorally, psychologically, cognitively, and physiologically. When spaces are too loud or unintelligible, it causes stress and makes us less sociable. Noisy environments make it difficult to concentrate and communicate. At certain levels, people can experience dizziness and

Architects are being tasked with designing glass-filled office interiors that also offer good acoustics, two design objectives that seem at odds with one another.

explores how effectively materials or assemblies keep airborne sound from traveling from one room to another inside a building. It measures the sound attenuation capabilities of interior walls, ceilings, floors, doors, and office partitions and it offers architects a way to compare the transmission qualities of various interior building systems. A higher rating indicates that a certain solution is better at keeping mid-to-high frequency sounds such as speech, knocking on a door, beeps from office equipment, and the sound of a ringing phone from transmitting through it. But what type of STC rating does a material need to have to improve the acoustics in an interior space? Here is a standard STC ratings scale: • 25: Normal speech can be heard and understood clearly • 30: Normal speech can be heard but is difficult to understand • 35: Loud speech can be heard but normal speech cannot • 40: Loud speech is barely audible and difficult to understand • 45: Loud speech is inaudible • 50: Very loud music is barely audible • 60: Nearly complete soundproofing As a general rule, an office partition system with an STC rating of 35 to 40 will typically provide sufficient acoustic privacy for a functional and comfortable office or conference room. Be aware that STC values are logarithmic and can’t be added together. For example, combining a glass lite with a 30 STC rating with a glass lite that has a 35 STC rating doesn’t produce an assembly with a 65 STC. It would probably result in a solution with an STC rating of approximately 38.

Armed with a target STC value, architects can evaluate the performance of different materials and assemblies to find solutions that will effectively compartmentalize the interior space and contain the sounds made within. Unfortunately, some of the most popular materials in interiors today are not renowned for their noise controlling capabilities. G L A S S PA R T I T I O N S

THE POPULARITY OF GLASS PARTITIONS

Just as glass is used in the building envelope to allow daylight into the interior, glass is also used in interiors as partitions that can compartmentalize space, without blocking daylight or views, and increasing the sense of interconnectedness at the office. These benefits are encouraging their application in a wide range of spaces from open office spaces to even the most innovative scientific laboratories. C A S E S T U DY

CEDARS-SINAI BIOMANUFACTURING CENTER

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facility with so much glass was the way the material would manage sound. GLASS PARTITION/GOOD ACOUSTICS CONUNDRUM

Unfortunately, the aesthetic trends prioritizing glass and the demand for quality acoustics often put architects in a difficult situation—glass itself does not typically have good sound attenuation properties when using a single pane. Here’s the order of glass sound attenuation effectiveness from lesser to greater, assuming equal glass thicknesses.

• Monolithic Glass • Laminated Glass • Double-Glazing using Monolithic Glass • Double Glazing using Monolithic and Laminated Glass • Double-Glazing using Laminated Glass The new Cedars-Sinai Biomanufacturing Center, designed by HDR, is filled with glass partitions to put science on display inside the renovated second floor of the Pacific Design Center.

While a single pane of glass may offer little in the way of sound control, adding space between glass panes can create an effective sound mitigating assembly. A properly designed double-glazed office partition with a 3.5-in. space between glass panes can offer soundproofing capabilities that are comparable to a concrete wall of equal thickness, and in some cases the glass unit can even outperform it. The larger the airspace between the glass panes, the better the sound attenuation properties. A double-glazed unit with a 6-in. airspace will achieve an STC rating that is approximately 15 points greater than a double-glazed unit with a 0.25-in. airspace. Generally speaking, a double-glazed partition with at least 3.5-in. of airspace between glass panes will create an interior space with great acoustic privacy. When designing an interior space that will incorporate glass, be sure to reach out to reputable manufacturers of glazed office partitions for the STC ratings of their assemblies.

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MANAGE SOUND IN A BEAUTIFUL ROOM

While a single pane of glass may offer little in the way of sound control, a properly designed double-glazed office partition can offer the same level of soundproofing as a concrete wall of equal thickness.

The renovated 23,000-sq. ft. space includes new construction of cleanrooms, research labs, offices, and workstations. This state-of-the-art manufacturing facility integrates stem cell research, development, and manufacturing into a single facility within walking distance of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Campus. The design reflects the impressive research the space supports, while complementing the pedigree of the other tenants in the building. The jury for the Lab of the Year program, sponsored by the Scientific Equipment and Furniture Association, commented that the “Cedars-Sinai Biomanufacturing Center is a thoughtful adaptation of office space in an iconic building into a life science facility.” According to HDR, “The new Cedars-Sinai Biomanufacturing Center demonstrates how innovative,

technically-sophisticated tenant improvements can put ‘science on display,’ while meeting the rigor that research demands.” They also stated that the project “broadens the definition of what a showroom can be.” One of the materials necessary for any showroom is glass and it is found in abundance in the new CBC. The design team incorporated glass partitions throughout the space to maximize the presence of daylight and views to the outdoors, from inside the building. The incredible transparency designed throughout the facility also offers views into the various rooms and production suites, effectively conveying the science showroom aesthetic that the HDR team planned to create. One challenge that the HDR team had to address when outfitting a research and biomanufacturing

Keeping sound from traveling into a building from the outside, and from traveling from one room to another, is an important piece of designing an interior to have good acoustics, but there is another—effectively managing sound within a room. When sound is created, it radiates from its source in all directions. When it reaches a surface, the sound waves are transmitted, reflected, or absorbed by the material. The sound waves will continue bouncing around a space until their full energy is expended. Unmanaged sound waves can cause issues such as high levels of background noise and high reverberation times. Both can make it difficult to hear in a space and can make the room uncomfortable to occupy. COMMON NOISE ISSUES

Ambient background noise is the soundscape of a space. It is created by the sounds of the space being used. In an office it is the combination of the ringing phones, the whir of the HVAC system, computer fans, footsteps, conversations, papers shuffling, carts with squeaky wheels, and more. Unfortunately, sound is cumulative, so the sound waves from all of these

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A classroom is a classic example of a space designed to fail—acoustically. These geometric spaces are often filled with walls and flooring made of hard, flat materials—concrete walls, desktops, plaster, whiteboards, and glass windows. None of these surfaces manage sound well and classrooms typically have a lot of sound, because they host a lot of soundmakers—kids. Common issues in these spaces are high levels of noise and high reverberation times. This can make it difficult for students to hear the instruction. A study in Florida reviewed 600 classrooms and concluded that students sitting in a typical classroom in row 4 were not clearly hearing one word in two. The speech intelligibility in those seats was 50%, meaning those students had to make a greater effort to understand the lesson than students seated in other areas of the classroom.

different sources just keeps adding together and building to a higher level of ambient noise. While background noise can be used as white noise to mask or camouflage certain sounds, and create privacy, issues arise when the sound or signal that a person wants to hear is drowned out by the level of ambient background noise. The reverberation time (RT) describes how long a sound stays present in a space after it is made. In rooms with high reverberation times, sounds echo and are detectable for longer than they should be. This can severely diminish the clarity of new sounds. It also increases the level of ambient noise in the room. When listening to someone speak in a room with a high reverberation time, the speech will sound muffled and muddy. It is even possible that the listener will hear sounds from more than one word simultaneously. Areas designed to feature speakers or support easy conversation must achieve short reverberation times.

The acoustics in beautiful spaces, filled with glass and hard surfaces, can be improved by adding vibrant, soundabsorbing materials.

Wallboard (0.05), Plywood (0.10-0.15), Concrete (0.20), Carpet (0.20-0.50). When spaces are filled with surfaces that primarily reflect sound, it can be common to have high levels of ambient noise and long reverberation times—making the spaces feel overly loud and garbled. The solution to these acoustics issues is to add some sound-absorbing materials into the space as close to the source of the noise as possible. For areas where conversation is one of the primary sound producers, a popular soundabsorbing product is the acoustic panel that is placed on the wall or ceiling. Unfortunately, the plush materials that naturally manage sound so well—carpet and felt and acoustic

foam—don’t support the sleek and modern aesthetics popular today. A sound-absorbing acoustic panel that is aesthetically pleasing is a win-win solution for acoustical function and style. WOOD FIBER ACOUSTIC PANELS

Wood fiber acoustic panels absorb sound, reducing echo and reverberation in a room. They are installed on a wall or ceiling, perfect for managing sounds created by people talking, phones ringing, and other general environmental noise. This enhanced sound management will also reduce the general level of background noise, addressing multiple acoustic issues with one solution.

SOLUTION

ABSORBENT MATERIALS

The solution to reduce the level of background noise, decrease reverberation times, and improve speech intelligibility is one and the same—add absorptive materials to the room. The secret to noise management is selecting materials that manage sound well.

METRIC FOR SOUND MANAGEMENT: NRC RATING

The metric used to quantify a material’s ability to absorb sound is called the NRC, or the Noise Reduction Coefficient. An NRC rating defines the average amount of sound energy that a material can absorb, when the frequencies range between 250 and 2,000 Hz. A material can earn an NRC value between 0.00 and 1.00. A material with an NRC value of 0.00 reflects all the soundwaves that strike it. On the other end of the spectrum, a material with an NRC value of 1.00 absorbs 100% of the soundwaves that strike it. The higher the NRC value of a material, ostensibly, the better the material is at absorbing sound. Unfortunately, many of the materials that are so popular today in interior design are terrible at reducing noise. Here is a quick list detailing the NRC values of a few of the materials commonly used in commercial interiors: Marble (0.01), Glass (0.05), Brick (0.05),

Incorporating wood fiber acoustic panels onto the ceiling of a classroom will improve the acoustics and reduce the noise level in these hard surface-intense spaces

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UNDERSTANDING ANTIMICROBIAL SURFACES AND ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE

Emerging from the pandemic, architects, building owners, and almost everyone who walks into a building these days has a heightened awareness of the potential health risks the built environment can pose to a person. Germs, viruses, and bacteria can lurk on every surface or catch a ride through the HVAC system. Clean, hygienic interiors and the building products that contribute to those environments have never been in greater demand. Unfortunately, there is a lot of noise in this market segment right now and its creating confusion about the best way to design safe and hygienic interiors. Starting in the late 2000s, one trend dominating R&D departments was the incorporation of antimicrobial additives. Microbes are microscopic organisms found in every environment—the air, water, soil, and even the human body. The majority of microbes are harmless—some are even beneficial—helping to create wine and cheese. The microbes that cause disease in humans are classified as pathogens, which include bacteria (MRSA, Meningitis, TB), viruses (Influenza, COVID-19, Ebola, Measles), and fungi (Candida), for example.

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Pathogens can spread through an environment in several ways. Airborne particles can be distributed via the ventilation system. Water can be a host to pathogens making pools, hot tubs, plumbing leaks and aerosolized water from showers, bathing and toilet flushing items of concern. Pathogens can thrive on surfaces, making high-touch objects such as doorknobs, faucets, and light switches potentially problematic. Even dust accumulation on floors and furniture can be inhabited by these dangerous entities. Antimicrobials are agents that kill microorganisms, like bacteria and viruses. Where most antiseptics and disinfectants kill bacteria cells on contact, antimicrobials focus on depleting resources for bacterial reproduction on a cellular level. This effectively halts accumulation by making the environment uninhabitable for common pathogens, reducing the overall risk of contracting an infection. Many manufacturers were adding antimicrobial elements into their products in an attempt to offer architects solutions that would combat the presence of bacteria, viruses, and fungi found in the air, water, and various surfaces. Today, architects can choose from a long list of antimicrobial-enhanced products: flooring, insulation, drywall, grab bars, paint, countertops, faucets, and more. There is even antimicrobial concrete. The intent was that these antimicrobial products would help to create safer and more hygienic environments. However, there has been scant evidence from the larger scientific and healthcare communicates that these products actually work as intended. In fact, the Department of Health (DOH) has stated, “Although a range of antimicrobial-infused products (such as surface coatings, paints, and curtains) are

available, there is, at the moment, no definitive data to support their efficacy in reducing HAIs.” Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) refer to the infections associated with the invasive devices used in medical procedures, such as catheters or ventilators. Beyond their limited effectiveness in stemming the spread of infections, there is growing evidence that these enhanced products may be harmful. In a newsletter authored by the Health Building Network (HBN), published May 2020, they conclude, “Products with added ‘antimicrobial’ can cause harm. Some antimicrobial substances can cause direct, physical harm to human health. This is of particular concern now as we face COVID-19 given that some common antimicrobials, such as quaternary ammonium compounds, adversely impact our respiratory system.” Even cancer and endocrine disruption have been associated with various antimicrobials. The article continues, “Furthermore, widespread use of antimicrobials may be associated with microbial resistance to these agents and, potentially, to therapeutic antibiotics.” Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) describes a condition where pathogens become immune to additive effects. This poses a significant threat to the health of people around the world. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) has weighed in on AMR—identifying it as a top 10 global public health threat. It turns out that prolonged exposure to antimicrobial additives can prompt pathogenic mutations, which can create “superbugs.” MRSA is a well-known, real-world example. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, is a type of staph bacteria that’s resistant to the usual antibiotic drugs used to

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Prevention (CDC) say human health is best ensured through proper cleaning practices, such as wiping down surfaces with soap and water before treating them with a disinfectant. For architects, this means specifying surfaces that promote safety and hygiene when cleaned in this manner. These surfaces align well with the concepts in WELL v2 building standard:

Although antimicrobials kill bacteria and viruses, the DOH has stated that there is no definitive data that antimicrobialinfused products reduce HAIs.

they provide is sufficient in combating viruses and microorganisms when combined with proper cleaning and disinfecting protocols. So, as creating safe and hygienic interiors has never been more top-of-mind, and the antimicrobial advancements seem to be evolving in the wrong direction, what products and solutions are available for architects looking to design relatively pathogen-free spaces? The answer—well-designed surfaces that can be cleaned with good, old soap and water. SOLUTION

GOOD SURFACES & GOOD, OLD SOAP AND WATER

The HBN recommends cleaning with soap and water as the most effective approach to good public health. Even the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and

treat common staph infections. When bacteria are resistant to antibiotics, they are harder to kill and there is a higher risk of developing a serious infection when exposed to them. Antimicrobials can not only directly and adversely impact human health, there is evidence that antimicrobial additives can migrate from the products in which they are incorporated and find their way into wastewater systems and the larger environment with unknown ecological implications, but with reasonable cause for concern.” After intense research and consideration, a growing trend amongst manufacturers is to remove antimicrobial additives from their products, maintaining that the hygienic design of the materials, the ingredients from which they are made, and the system

• Reduce or eliminate exposure to building materials known to be hazardous (asbestos, mercury, lead, PCBs, HFR, PFAS, and orthophthalates. (Materials X01-X02, X05) • Minimize the impact of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that impact indoor air quality. (Materials X06) • Promote material and manufacturing process transparency through the availability of a Health Product Declaration (HPD) and Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). (Materials X07) • Ensure finishes with minimal joints/seam perforations to prevent water ingress and mold growth. (Water W07) EXPLORING HYGIENIC FLOORING OPTIONS

Surprisingly, these hygienic, WELL-supporting features are harder to find than one might expect. Take the broad market of flooring, for example, where architects regularly weigh the pros and cons of carpet, tile, and vinyl. Hygienically speaking, of all three types of flooring, carpet fairs the worst. It is composed of absorbent fibers that trap dirt, dust, and bacteria and daily vacuuming does not kill the pathogens that may be residing within it. Unfortunately, the use of the detergents that do kill pathogens can lead to over-wetting, which can produce mold and odors over time. Tile can offer an interior an incredible aesthetic, but where hygiene is concerned the material has several vulnerabilities. It’s susceptibility to cracking and chipping not only compromises the look of the surface but creates areas of refuge where pathogens and moisture may reside. The porous grout between the tiles can also be a problem area. Not only is it difficult to clean, but the detergents and chemicals may damage the grout over time, making it more welcoming to unwanted pathogens. Vinyl flooring, on the other hand, offers the nonporous, durability and cleanability that can keep the pathogens on its surface in check. The smooth, uniform surface is easy to clean and the material can endure high-impact forces and heavy usage without damage. Vinyl is inherently hygienic, without the use of antimicrobial agents, and new design elements—such as heat-welded seams—prevents the ingress of moisture or pathogen accumulation.

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Solar Control/Sun Shading

Made in the Miami Shade Architect selects high-quality fabric for trendy Miami rooftop bar.

CHALLENGE

Recipient of a Tripadvisor 2021 Travelers’ Choice award, the downtown Novotel Miami Brickell hotel features spacious suites and upscale leisure amenities. BHDM Design was recently brought in to reimagine the lobby, lobby bar, retail space, lounge, and rooftop, using the city’s sun, sand, and surf as its guide. For the rooftop bar on the hotel’s 12th floor, the architect was in search of a shading solution to provide protection from the hot Miami sun and blend into the lounge’s tropical, blush-infused aesthetic. SOLUTION

“To align with the bar’s tone and caliber, we turned to Serge Ferrari Group and their Flexlight Perform 502S2 material to create custom-colored awnings over the space,” states Dan Mazzarini, principal and creative director, BHDM Design, New York. “Creating a fun and beautiful environment was the most essential goal for the project. With a vast array of patterns and finishes, we were able to find a customizable, waterproof fabric that perfectly fit into this space.” Flexlight is a highly durable, long-lasting and lightweight material which offers a very high level of translucency. The fabric’s superpower lies in stretching the woven yarns taut in both the warp and weft directions prior to coating. “With most fabrics, the yarns are stretched taut in

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At the Novotel Miami Brickell rooftop bar, a Serge Ferrari Flexlight Perform awning features a custom pattern that perfectly matches the custom, salmon-colored mural.

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Low-E Glazing

Fast Food Joint Relies on Advanced Glazing as Part of Net-Zero Target Distinguished as the world’s first net-zero fast food restaurant, advanced low-e glass helps McDonald’s at Disney World generate more energy than it uses.

CHALLENGE

Fast food restaurants are one of the highest median energy use market sectors. The McDonald’s Flagship—Disney aims to become the world’s first Net Zero Energy quick service restaurant and in doing so represents McDonald’s commitment to building a better future.

As the first quick-service restaurant in the U.S. to pursue Net Zero Energy Building certification, the new McDonald’s at the Walt Disney World Resort combines Solarban 60 solar control, low-emissivity (low-e) glass with building-integrated photovoltaic (PV) modules, a living wall and operable Jalousie (screened) windows to generate more energy than it uses.

INFLUENCE

As an energy intensive building typology and arguably an enabler of automobile culture, the McDonald’s Flagship—Disney explores its role as a sustainable steward and learning lab for scalable technology; revolutionizing an industry to be more thoughtful, strategic and impactful.

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“Designing a net-zero building in Florida’s hot and humid climate required a glazing product like Solarban 60 glass to aid in a more holistic reduction of energy use,” said Jason Vogel, Associate, ,  , project architect, Ross Barney Architects. “Solarban 60 glass helped us achieve our design intent both aesthetically and through its high thermal performance.”

Chicago-based Ross Barney Architects specified windows and clerestory glass fabricated with Solarban 60 glass for the 8,400-sq.-ft. restaurant.

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ACHIEVING NET-ZERO

Energy consumption at the new McDonald’s at the Walt Disney World Resort is offset by on-site renewable energy sources, which include standard photovoltaics, building integrated photovoltaics, and off-thegrid parking lot lights.

restaurant, the windows transmit 70% of the available sunlight to keep it bright and well-lit. The glazing is complemented by sensors that selectively activate or turn off light zones inside the space based on daylighting and occupancy levels throughout the day. Ross Barney’s design also positions clerestory glass fabricated with Solarban 60 glass along the north side of the dining area to diffuse sunlight while hiding views of the angled solar array on the roof above. “Using an acid-etch on the clerestory further softens the daylight admitted and cleanly conceals rooftop mechanical equipment,” Vogel added. The glazing, coupled with VRF systems, an air-source heat-pump water heater, shading, operable windows and natural ventilation, dramatically reduces energy consumption. An array of photovoltaic modules help the restaurant meet all its power demands and even returns excess electricity to the grid.

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According to Ross Barney Architects, “Early studies found that 65% of the year was considered comfortable in the shade based on temperature, humidity, and airflow.”

AN INVITING PORCH

An extensive outdoor “porch” takes inspiration from lanais and features wood louvered walls, a BiPV skylight system for shade, fans and seating that encourages visitors to stay a while.

McDonald’s anticipates the new facility will consume about 35% less energy than a former McDonald’s restaurant located on the site. The company plans to use the project as a pilot to reduce energy use in new and existing restaurants and as a guide for planning future net-zero developments.

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McDonald’s at the Walt Disney World Resort Kissimmee, Fla. Design Team: Ross Barney Architects PRODUCT SPECS:

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A World of Rose-Colored Concrete Acclaimed architect Sir David Adjaye adds another icon to his roster of red-hued concrete structures. Winter Park, a community of 30,000 located six miles from Orlando, Fla. raised $42 million to construct the 55,800-sq-ft Winter Park Library and Events Center. They then commissioned the internationally acclaimed architect Sir David Adjaye to design it. The rose-colored architectural oasis he created may transform this town into a popular destination for some of the many business travelers who head to the Orlando area every year. That was the goal, after all, and Adjaye’s stunning structure may achieve it. This incredible project is just one on what is becoming a long list of impressive must see places by Adjaye, many of which also feature a red-toned precast concrete exterior. A short list includes the Ruby City art center in San Antonio, the Alara Concept Store in Lagos, Nigeria, the Webster in Los Angeles, and The Africa Institute in Sharjah, UAE.

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For Winter Park, Adjaye displayed his signature treatment of utilizing large exterior and interior spaces with tones of red, from pink and rose to brownish red. “In the past five years, I’ve started to work with a lot of saturated red and pink hues, which extends back to the early color experiments I did at the beginning of my career,” said Adjaye. His expertise in color is evident across Winter Park’s trio of pavilions, which consist of an event center capped with a rooftop terrace, a two-story public library, and a smaller portico structure that acts as a sheltered outdoor meeting place. As for the details behind how this incredible effect was achieved, “There is no specific formula number for the blend we used,” explained Russell Crader, Associate Principal, Adjaye Associates. “Instead, it was a customized mixture of dyed concrete and local stones that allowed us to achieve the aesthetic and structural vision for the exterior, creating a depth of color tones (reds, browns, and greens).” The shapes of the buildings are also distinct. Large, vaulted arches are covered with a pale gold, textured concrete. Their underside receiving the treatment of

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rich pink color. The stunning combination gives the scene an environmental vision with classic artistic attributes. “Arches establish the form of the pavilions. The vaulted rooflines and sweeping windows create a relationship between interior and exterior, drawing natural light deep into the buildings,” said Adjaye. Large overhangs ensure visitors are given shade from the Florida sun. The interiors carry the pink aesthetic through the full height main entrance lobby, created by three levels of rectangular concrete slabs. Other gathering areas take on a red-brown earthy hue. “I wanted to create a campus of knowledge,” he said, “where its sweeping curves recall the arched shape of nearby palm fronds.” While the design sensitively draws from nature, community and culture, the mixed-use program is an ingenious response to economic reality. In a state where subsidies for culture and education are limited, the integration of a revenue-generating event venue helps Winter Park fund an exceptional public library and provide for other resident benefits. The project was fully opened in January 2022.

“David selected the rose-colored hue based on the subtropical vernacular architecture of Florida. Throughout the day, the color shifts in tone from more brown to more red based on the position of the sun.” —Russell Crader, Associate Principal, Adjaye Associates

Winter Park Library and Events Center Winter Park, Florida Design Team: Adjaye Associates PRODUCT SPECS:

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Redesigned Public Spaces Deliver Better Building Performance

SPA ENTRANCE

The fitness center’s reception desk repeats the same elements of wood, moss, and dark exposed ceilings used in the path back to the gym and offers views to the outdoors.

A Stamford, Conn. office building renovation provides improved amenities for tenants.

CHALLENGE

When Rubenstein Partners, bought the property at 600 Washington Boulevard in downtown Stamford, Conn., in 2019, they knew exactly what they were doing. Formerly the U.S. headquarters of the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), the building was ideally located, and 85% leased. The 10-year-old, 12-story office building was ripe for conversion into an efficient multi-tenant property. The plan was to amenitize the 450,000-sq.-ft. building better, provide more leasable square feet by right-sizing and making public spaces more efficient, and modernizing dated finishes. “The goal was to take out some of the inefficiencies of the earlier RBS building. They had kitchens on multiple levels. They had a dining hall that took up the whole floor with a large fitness center as well,” says Christopher Tantillo, Principal, Tantillo Architecture, Philadelphia. What were once logical choices for a single-tenant building, were now utterly impractical for the building’s new use by multiple tenants. A new fitness center and dining area were a priority.

NEW VIEWS

Masonry walls were removed and replaced with glass to provide natural light and views to the outdoors at the fitness center’s entrance.

GREEN WALLS

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RIPPEWAUM CLUB

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LIGHTING

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The fifth floor has a triangular-shaped terrace on the south end of the building that could be opened up to provide views and access to the outdoors. The decision was made to locate the gym adjoining this space. “The fifth floor, which is adjacent to the lower-level parking garage, was originally designed as a back-of-house kitchen. The idea was to remove that and relocate the fitness center from the eighth floor down to the fifth floor,” explains Tantillo. Not only was this a massive undertaking in terms of construction and demolition, but it created an access and wayfinding challenge. “We had to create a way down to that lower level that didn’t really exist before, because it was all back-of-house space,” he says. A previous service corridor provided a path from the elevators to the new Rippewaum Corporate Fitness Center. The space was transformed by eliminating the acoustic tile ceiling, painting the exposed over-

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head utilities dark, and wrapping the wall in alternating wood veneer panels, Greenmood moss, and vertical light strips. The effect was a natural rhythm that intuitively guides tenants to the fitness center reception desk. “The idea was to open up the ceiling as much as possible to gain height. All the pipes and ductwork that was never meant to be exposed got exposed,” he recalls. The Pipeline Modular Suspension system from PureEdge Lighting perfectly complemented the aesthetic of the space and provided the flexibility to work in a ceiling plane cluttered with ductwork, wiring, sprinklers, and speakers. “It’s 3-D. It goes around the ductwork and embraces the whole industrial design concept,” explains Greg Kay, Owner and CEO, of PureEdge Lighting, about the plug and play flexibility of this modular lighting system. “It can go up, down, sideways, and in and out,” adds Tantillo.

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SERVERY

Gone are ketchup-colored tiles; the new servery’s coffee area sports a pixelated design of diamond tile from Fireclay. Made by hand from raw materials sourced in the United States, the tile is equal parts stunning and practical. And because it contains recycled content, it qualifies for numerous U. S. Green Building Council LEED points.

Fireclay Tile

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LIGHTING

FABRICated luminaires bring the feeling of the outdoors inside by creating largescale canopies of light that can also absorb sound.

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FLOORING

Carpet tile in the Hocus Collection offers three geometric patterns, XGUARD stain resistant technology, and moisture-barrier backing built to withstand aggressive cleaning.

The fitness center wasn’t the only public space that was downsized during this renovation. The previous dining room was almost 35,000 sq. ft. The goal was to scale it down to 21,000 sq. ft. Where the former kitchen and dining space provided full-scale meal prep, the needs of the new space only required light cooking and more grab-and-go options.

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Ketchup and mustard colors were replaced with a more soothing palette. “We wanted to bring in more natural materials—the white oak, softer felts, greens, and blues—and different scales of products,” he says. A large-patterned Mannington carpet tile feels appropriate for the size of the space. Gone is the old red tile; it’s been replaced with Fireclay diamond tiles arranged in a pattern that looks equal parts pixelated city and forest. Ceiling heights remained a challenge. “We took the inverse idea to make the ceilings feel taller by dropping down elements into the space,” Tantillo explains. Pill-shaped backlit fabric luminaires by Cooledge create zones over the seating area. “You feel like there’s a skylight over you,” he adds.

Tantillo elaborates. The design seeks to bring the outdoors in through the choice of natural materials, like the Ceilings Plus linear plank wood ceiling.

Glass throughout the space creates dividers that both delineate and define areas, as well as create more intimately scaled spaces without it feeling closed off. The cafeteria and servery takes advantage of access to an adjacent outdoor landscaped space. “The building is kind of an L shape. The bottom of the L is where this eighth floor servery café area is located. Across from it, the L is filled in the middle with an exterior courtyard that’s the roof of the parking garage,”

“Moving the fitness center and reducing the servery created valuable area to lease out to increase the performance of the building,” says Tantillo. The renovation project maximized leasable space while giving tenants environments that feel as close to nature as you can get in a commercial office building located in a thriving central business district. “It’s important to create moments the tenants and occupants can really enjoy,” Tantillo concludes.

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CAFETERIA

The large print carpet tile is scaled appropriately to the cafeteria space and overhead fabricated luminaires make occupants feel as though the ceiling is punctuated by skylights.

600 Washington Blvd. Stamford, Conn. Owner: Rubenstein Partners Design Team: Tantillo Architecture

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Restrooms at Hayward Field Take a peek at Hayward Field’s first-rate restroom facilities. CHALLENGE

In the beginning, this hallowed soil served as the lazy grazing grounds of the University of Oregon’s dairy cows—the school formerly kept cattle on campus to supply milk to dorm students. That changed in 1919 when the football stadium annexed the spot, and a six-lane cinder track was added shortly thereafter. Named for the legendary Bill Hayward, the Ducks alleverything coach (1904-1947), the facility has served honorably, and it is thought to have hosted more USA Olympic Track and Field Trials and NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships than any other venue. But, after a century of service, Hayward Field was in line for an exciting transformation. The bold challenge? Reinvigorate the fabled trackand-field hotspot into a state-of-the-art arena, while simultaneously concocting the ultimate fan experience. It wouldn’t be easy but achieving special feats is nothing new around Hayward Field—more than 20 world records have been posted on site.

“Our goal for the partitions was to offer complete privacy with self-closing doors to provide a clean, finished look. With taller stalls, no gaps, and a color that worked with our overall palette, the product allowed for customization and a sleek uniform appearance.”

HAYWARD FIELD

The University of Oregon’s unparalleled track-and-field facility—Hayward Field— formerly served as grazing grounds for the school’s dairy cows that supplied milk to dorm students. During the ensuing century, the venue has developed into a training place for incredible humans striving to achieve incredible feats.

History. Drama. Memorable photo finishes. Hayward Field can tell the tales. The historic track-and-field venue has earned Eugene, Ore. the moniker of “Track Town USA,” but the cutting-edge, multi-milliondollar facility hasn’t always been exactly as it is now.

SOLUTION

Working at a brisk pace, SRG Partnership and Hoffman Construction rose to the challenge. Construction began in 2017 and by 2020 the newly imagined Hayward Field was complete. The athlete’s experience was central to the design, but catering to fans was also paramount, according to SRG’s detailed write up of the project. Being a dedicated track-and-field-only stadium, it made sense to move to an asymmetrical bowl seating arrangement. The unorthodox shape allows a greater proportion of fans to sit near the finish line, which is preferable in track and field for obvious reasons. That plus the imposing 12-story landmark tower are the project’s most distinctive attributes. Much has been written of the aforementioned features, but as a track powerhouse, Oregon knows better than to take shortcuts, even if no one is watching,

and the school didn’t hold back while addressing the stadium’s finer points. The modern restroom facilities at the arena haven’t earned a lot of ink, but unlike the experience at many rival stadiums, bathroom breaks taken here will not be a spectator sport. ASI Group outfitted the arena with stall partitions, doors and other products that converge in a flush finish to eliminate gaps, ensuring zero sightlines into the compartments and total privacy. “Every detail in the stadium was based on providing an ultimate experience for both the athletes and spectators,” explains Marquesa Figueroa, an Associate AIA at SRG Partnership. “Our goal for the partitions was to offer complete privacy with selfclosing doors to provide a clean, finished look. With taller stalls, no gaps, and a color that worked with our overall palette, the product allowed for customization and a sleek uniform appearance for the user.”

ULTIMATE PRIVACY

Hayward Field University of Oregon Eugene, Ore. Design Team: SRG of Portland General Contractor: Hoffman Construction PRODUCT SPECS:

Alpaco Classic Partitions

Attendees of Hayward Field rave about the sightlines available to better see the athletic action, but behind closed doors, these same fans are thankful for the stalls equipped with zerosightline doors that were installed by ASI, replete with pilasters that come together to form a flush finish with overlapping closures to ensure complete privacy. Hayward Field boasts 144 ASI Alpaco Classic Overhead Braced Partitions and 36 urinal screens.

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FLOATING STAIRCASE

“It will withstand the heavy foot traffic this museum is sure to experience,” concludes Maraldo.

FLOORING

The Nancy and Rich Kinder Building contains 45,500 sq. ft. of sand-cushion cementitious Venetian terrazzo made with size 4-7 marble aggregate.

Nancy and Rich Kinder Building, Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Texas Design Team: Steven Holl Architects

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“Sustainability, durability, and ease of maintenance are key characteristics of terrazzo.” -Michael Maraldo, President, Southern Tile & Terrazzo Co.

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Art Underfoot Terrazzo flooring bridges old and new spaces at Texas’ first art museum. In 1958, an Italian immigrant and master craftsman installed venetian terrazzo at Cullinan Hall in the Houston Museum of Fine Arts’ Caroline Weiss Law Building. Nearly 60 years later, his son’s business was invited back to the museum. Southern Tile & Terrazzo Co. manufactured onsite more than 52,000 sq. ft. of sand-cushion, cementitious terrazzo in the newly constructed Nancy and Rich Kinder Building on the museum’s campus. Steven Holl Architects of New York, N.Y., wanted to closely match the terrazzo installed decades before in the older museum building. Replicating the historic installation in the Kinder Building lobby space presented several challenges though. Matching an old terrazzo floor means sourcing marble, granite, and/or quartz of similar color and size. Not only did Southern Tile & Terrazzo Co. replicate the color and distribution of marble chips, but the aggregate was the same size used in the original installation. “It was mostly sixes and sevens, which

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are 2 in. in size,” explains Michael Maraldo, President, Southern Tile & Terrazzo Co., Houston. Sourcing these large minerals can be a struggle. “A lot of quarries now have difficulty getting sizes five, six, and seven aggregates,” he says. Cactus Canyon Quarries, of Marble Falls, Texas, supplied four different colors of marble chips in the large sizes required.

the marble aggregates were dispersed, rather than immediately apply rollers to extract excess water and cement, Southern Tile & Terrazzo built tampers and tamped the chips down into the wet matrix. This prevented the aggregates from congregating in one place. Finally, the floors underwent grinding, honing, grouting, and sealing.

“The biggest challenge for us, was that the slab was depressed 4 in.,” says Maraldo, “so we had 3.5 in. of mortar bed and the actual terrazzo was installed— because of the larger chips—at three-quarters to seven-eighths-in. thick, vs. traditional terrazzo that is installed at 0.5-in. thick.” Over the slab, torpedo sand was laid, followed by polyethylene plastic sheeting and 2 × 2 mesh 16-gauge wire before the mortar bed was installed. Afterwards, the divider strips were placed in a 4-ft. × 4-ft. pattern.

Southern Tile & Terrazzo also installed complementary blue-gray terrazzo in the rest of the gallery spaces and 4,000 sq. ft. of white terrazzo (with smaller aggregate) in the tunnel that connects the Kinder Building to the older museum space. Precast cementitious terrazzo staircases were also installed, as well as a poured-inplace floating terrazzo staircase in the atrium.

“It takes a lot of skill and labor in order to install a floor of that type,” notes Maraldo. “You have to seed the floor by hand with these larger chips.” After

The terrazzo flooring is as much a work of art as the paintings and sculptures displayed in the new Kinder Building. “When we put a terrazzo floor in, it is there for the life of the building. It will withstand the foot traffic the museum will endure,” concludes Maraldo.

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‘A Study in Fun’ Ronald McDonald House renovation adds playful paneling to Cincinnati neighborhood. Playful pops of color perfect the newly renovated Ronald McDonald House in Cincinnati’s Avondale neighborhood, making it the largest in the world. The $42 million addition and renovation doubled the charity’s space, which provides lodging and meals to families at no cost, while their children receive medical treatment at nearby hospitals.

Designers with the local GBBN architecture firm collaborated with Ronald McDonald House (RMH) to integrate the expanded structure in the Avondale neighborhood. The exterior is primarily masonry, while the L-shaped courtyard is “a study in fun.” The walls are clad in metal panels that showcase playful colors—two shades of green and one custom yellow, Parakeet, around the window openings. GBBN was mindful to design the expansion in context of the existing RMH structure, as well as its surrounding urban neighborhood, which includes single-family homes, two medical towers and midlevel office and parking structures.

Ronald McDonald houses provide an important resource for families with severely sick children, which is why so many are undergoing expansion. The Avondale location, which is less than a block away from the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, now offers 177 rooms.

Patina Green, Teal, and Parakeet flush wall panels create a playful, metal-panel façade. The newly expanded Ronald McDonald House adds playful color to a Cincinnati neighborhood.

“The resulting exterior design included a more rectilinear, masonry, regular-windowed street-style facade coupled with a more organic, playful, colorful metal-panel courtyard façade,” said Scott Kyle, a GBBN associate and designer on the project. “The courtyard façade took its cues from the life-affirming garden elements of the courtyard.” The renovation also includes a recreation area, fountain, and guest access to the outdoor space. The building also has a rooftop terrace for more fresh air options. Playful patterning is one of the RMH’s most noteworthy features. The large facade surfaces were broken down into smaller, scalable modules to create a “playful whole,” said Kyle. To make up the panelization and exterior framing, designers specified Petersen’s PAC-CLAD products. The company used 22,000 sq. ft. of Flush wall panels in the gray tone Cityscape to create a neutral background. Decorative striping in Patina Green, Teal, and Parakeet generates visual interest around the windows. To create a canopy for the facility’s seventh-story rooftop gathering space, designers used an additional 860 sq. ft. of Petersen’s Snap-Clad roof panels.

Ronald McDonald House Cincinnati, Ohio Design Team: GBBN PRODUCT SPECS:

Snap-Clad roof panels, Flush wall panels in gray Cityscape, Patina Green, Teal, and Parakeet

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Eric Corey Freed, ,  Fellow, EcoDistricts , , is the Director of Sustainability at CannonDesign. His latest book on sustainability is the Circular Economy for Dummies.

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Authoring 12 books on sustainable building design, serving on dozens of advisory boards, lecturing world-wide and filling industry leadership roles, Eric Corey Freed, ,  Fellow, EcoDistricts , , was ready to leave his Organic Architect firm, which he had run for most of his 30-year career.

“Cannon was interested in my vision for the firm and now it’s my ultimate playground. I get to work on modular design, strategic consulting, and reimagining health care and universities for real clients,” states Freed.

building owners and occupants prioritize what they want in their buildings can hinder truly sustainable designs. “Our metrics were not lining up and we needed a shared set of values,” he explains. “So we started doing what I call an ‘outcomes-based approach’ to sustainability—meaning let’s work together to define specific outcomes/ benefits, i.e., vibrancy, prosperity, performance, and let’s all design to those outcomes.”

measure and track performance based on the shared outcome.

While he loved the design work, he was not thrilled about the financial side of the business and wanted to use his time to make the biggest impact possible. Though it took some time to find the right partner, eventually CannonDesign recruited him to head up their sustainability practice.

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Getting to Work Pushing the sustainability envelope, Freed points out that in the pursuit of green rating systems, designers sometimes specify vinyl instead of wood to get a no formaldehyde credit, or justify using some forms of plastic as long as its recyclable. “We end of doing the wrong thing to do the right thing,” he explains. He also notes that differences amongst how

For example, for a K-12 project, student test performance could be a shared outcome. CannonDesign will apply sustainable and biophilic design strategies, and

With this approach, “I don’t have to sell clients on sustainability. I’m selling them on the benefits of sustainability, and that doesn’t get engineered out.”

Biophilic Design A big proponent of biophilic design, Freed’s team is actively researching the latest bio-based products and incorporating them into their projects. For example, LignoSphere is a wood-based adhesive using lignin, which is a natural, non-toxic structural material, and Cruz Foam, a compostable foam alternative to styrofoam, is made from the chitin

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Cruz Foam, a compostable foam alternative to Styrofoam, is made from the chitin from crustacean shells. www.cruzfoam.com

“Don’t say ‘I think we could use this traditional system’ because I’m scared of change. Instead say, ‘I wonder if we could go net-zero and/or achieve zero cancer-causing chemicals on this project.’”

(a fibrous substance) from crustacean shells. “Of course, we are tracking the embodied carbon of everything and these natural materials are so much better than the traditional high-carbon products that we normally use,” he says. Freed continues to challenge the status quo, but for now, the two main changes he has made at CannonDesign

are moving sustainability up in the agenda, and challenging his colleagues to shift from an “I think” to an “I wonder” mindset. “Don’t say ‘I think we could use this traditional system’ because I’m scared of change. Instead say, ‘I wonder if we could go net-zero and/or achieve zero cancer-causing chemicals on this project,’” he concludes. —Barbara Horwitz-Bennett

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