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El Cerrito Recycling Center + Environmental Resource Center, sustainable in design and in practice
“Our goal was to create a recycling and environmental resource center that brings people and community together, inspires better awareness about environmental issues, and satisfies operational needs in creative and efficient ways. We believe the El Cerrito Recycling Center is a story about regeneration and restoration,” said Chris Noll, Noll & Tam Architects.
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Las Vegas Vortex Canopy Creates Striking Structure on the Strip
The canopy was formed from 60,000 square-feet of Engineered Wall System Inc.’s 400 series rainscreen system using ALPOLIC Material’s fire-retardant (FR) core aluminum composite material (ACM). These metal panels feature Sherwin-Williams Coil Coating‘s Valflon® coating in Platinum Mica, Champagne Mica and Silver Metallic. Valflon was the ideal choice for this specific project, as it required a bold look with lots of gloss and shine. Even better, this coating is highly resistant to weathering, airborne chemicals, acid rain and graffiti-removing cleaning solvents.
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St. Elizabeth’s Hospital features inviting canopies outside, patient-focused care inside
“Design goals from the start included addressing wellness, systems and integration, and patient and staff experience throughout the facility. We additionally challenged the team to incorporate themes around our patron saint, Saint Elizabeth, and her history of serving the sick and the poor,” says Susan Holloway, RN, BSN, director of construction management for HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital.
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EXTECH provides Delaware Tech with translucent courtyard canopy
In response to Delaware Tech’s clear goals, Exterior Technologies, Inc. (EXTECH) worked with project architect Tevebaugh Associates to create a sweeping, translucent canopy using its SKYSHADE 3300® system. Tevebaugh principal, Shawn Crowley, AIA notes, “A design challenge was to provide a canopy that provided maximum shade to the courtyard, while not overpowering the space, which is enclosed on all four sides.”
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Saint-Gobain and CertainTeed North American Headquarters: A next-generation workplace renovation
After an 18-month renovation, the world’s largest building materials manufacturer Saint-Gobain and its largest construction brand, CertainTeed, opened the doors to its state-of-the-art North American headquarters in Malvern, Pa.
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Sentara Brock Cancer Center features Acurlite skylight finished by Linetec in durable anodize
The Sentara Brock Cancer Center was designed by Odell Associates with the patient’s health journey and customer experience as a top priority. Entering through the building’s main entrance, the patients, medical professionals, staff and visitors are warmly greeted and protectively sheltered by a transparent, single-pitch canopy skylight. Manufactured by Acurlite Structural Skylights, the canopy’s aluminum framing system was finished by Linetec in durable, Class I Clear Anodize.
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Long Island Rail Road updates Lynbrook station’s platforms with EXTECH’s custom skylight and canopy systems
Recently opened, New York’s Lynbrook Station renewal project showcases new waiting areas and outdoor platforms for passengers taking the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR). Working closely with Zion Contracting, EXTECH/Exterior Technologies, Inc. engineered and fabricated the station’s new translucent skylight and canopy systems to shelter passengers and commuters from the sun and rain.
Read MoreKalwall® Corporation promotes Michael Keller to regional sales manager
Kalwall Corporation, the New Hampshire-based manufacturer of diffuse natural daylighting systems, has named Michael Keller as Sales Manager for a swath of the U.S. Mid-Atlantic. Keller replaces Bob Beganie, who is retiring after 38+ years with the company.
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Finishing innovations, options and trends for architectural aluminum products
Tammy Schroeder, LEED Green Associate, discusses color innovations and sustainability strides in anodize, biophilic design in architectural coatings, and the latest in metallic and mica coatings. “Anodizing successfully combines science with nature to create one of the world’s best metal finishes by accelerating and enhancing the oxidation of the aluminum substrate. This process produces an oxide film that is uniform, extremely hard and protects the aluminum substrate from deterioration. It provides the highest performance finish for aluminum. Its longevity is its strength. It delivers excellent wear and abrasion resistance.”
Read MoreKalwall® promotes Kevin Bruce to national sales manager
Kalwall Corporation announces the promotion of Kevin Bruce to National Sales Manager North America – Panels and Accessories Division. Bruce will oversee Kalwall’s sales and support team for its direct and distributor sales network in North America. He is charged with leading strategic planning, as well as personnel decisions. Bruce replaces Jim Andrus, who is retiring after 40 years at Kalwall.
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Three ways design can ease the transition to safety for survivors of abuse
“When we use design to reignite a sense of belonging for abuse survivors, we can encourage them to feel empowered to find strength in moments of weakness and choose a path forward to recovery. The space should help restore the individual’s sense of identity and their dignity,” explains Robyn Whitwham in her article “Three ways design can ease the transition to safety for survivors of abuse” just published on PRISM.
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Port Authority’s transit station’s glass canopy custom-engineered and fabricated by EXTECH
Pittsburgh-based EXTECH worked closely with architect Greg Maynes, from concept to completion. The 1,473-square-foot, low-rise, segmented, glass canopy features three taller sections overlapping three shorter sections. Maynes explained, “These two types of canopies could be scaled to form different station sizes. The station’s asymmetrical columns resemble a tree structure supporting the cantilevered glass canopies.”
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Linetec adds Bordeaux Anodize to its palette of architectural aluminum finish options
Linetec’s new color Bordeaux Anodize, is available as another of Linetec’s proprietary finishes for architectural aluminum products. As the name describes, the hue leans toward rich burgundy tones and is created using organic tin and copper metals in the anodizing process.
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EXTECH introduces SKYSHADE 2500 glass canopy system
“Glass canopies are well suited for either contemporary or historical designs, and for completely custom creations. They blend form and function – allowing people to enjoy the sunshine and views in good weather conditions, while sheltering them from rain and snow,” said Jim Leslie, general manager of EXTECH. “Our SKYSHADE 2500 system can be ordered in a variety of shapes and sizes. It is purpose-built to fabricate, ship and install quickly at competitive pricing.”
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El Cerrito Recycling Center + Environmental Resource Center, sustainable in design and in practice
“Our goal was to create a recycling and environmental resource center that brings people and community together, inspires better awareness about environmental issues, and satisfies operational needs in creative and efficient ways. We believe the El Cerrito Recycling Center is a story about regeneration and restoration,” said Chris Noll, Noll & Tam Architects.
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