Friday5 - March 12, 2021 - MillerClapperton

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03-12-21 info@millerclapperton.com tel: 770-941-8281

IN THIS WEEK’S FRIDAY5

Metal Composite Material (MCM) has long been recognized for its durability and premium design aesthetic since it was first introduced in the 1970s. MCM has only grown in popularity thanks to its sustainable characteristics using highly recyclable content and it is known for its versatility since it can be used for complex or even curved applications. When it comes to specifying MCM for your next project, you may be wondering where to start. While there are complexities to be aware of when writing the spec, it’s doesn’t have to feel intimidating. In the most recent issue of Metal Architecture magazine, learn to identify the most common trouble areas and how to successfully navigate them with 5 helpful tips. You can also find additional tips and a simple ‘Build A Spec’ tool at MCMSpecwriter.com, which can help you build a spec in three easy steps.

Location: Sarasota, FL
Product: ALUCOBOND PLUS (MCM), Petersen Aluminum
General Contractor: Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC
Architect: Flad & Associates of Florida, Inc.

Opening this Fall is the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute oncology tower at Sarasota Memorial’s main hospital campus. The 8-story tower will have 56 private inpatient suites dedicated to cancer treatment and recovery, the latest treatment and surgical technology, 9 new operating rooms, and a full array of patient navigation, counseling and support services. A rooftop café will crown the tower. For this project, MillerClapperton is fabricating and installing 9,800 square feet of Metal Composite Material and 10,200 square feet of Profiled Single Skin.

Amid health and safety concerns as a result of COVID-19, multifamily housing developers, designers, and builders are navigating new demands from prospective tenants. Early results from the 2021 “Multifamily Amenities Survey” from Design+Construction shows that “they have either modified their amenities, added new ones, implemented amenity innovations, or took out some amenities from their customary offerings” in response to the pandemic. While owners/operators have reported having to close or reduce capacity for common area amenities like pools and recreation facilities, most survey respondents are sticking with what they’ve always provided and believe they will be back. When it comes to the units themselves, customers are wanting more from their home such as a place to work or children to learn.

Designing a sustainable airport is much more complex than designing an office or home. Not only do these projects have to consider the urban environment, millions of annual travelers and runway constraints, they also need to keep customer comfort top of mind. Despite these challenges, major international airports such as Los Angeles International Airport and LaGuardia Airport are achieving LEED certification by incorporating a number of green strategies such as stainless steel roofs, stormwater management, and daylight systems among others. Discover how architects and designers are using unique building materials and optimizing building performance to lead the way for the future of airport travel. See examples from East to West, including one international standout from New Zealand.

Recommendation: How Reading Rewires Your Brain
Written By: Jessica Stillman

We often post new, notable books in architecture and design or lists of highly recommended books, and we came across this article about how reading effects your brain. You’ve probably heard that many accomplished people from Bill Gates to Barack Obama credit their success to obsessive reading. Although reading can teach you facts and fill your brain with information, there’s actually more happening. Science shows that reading actually changes the way your brain works for the better. So, what are you waiting for? Click below to read more about the short- and long-term effects of reading on the brain.

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