Friday5 - November 22, 2019 - MillerClapperton

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11-22-19 info@millerclapperton.com tel: 770-941-8281

IN THIS WEEK’S FRIDAY5

Glass Magazine has released their Top Metal Companies annual report, now in its eighth year. The report showcases the leading architectural glass and metal companies along with a ranking of companies based on annual sales. It also includes a closer look at market growth and product trends, standout projects and more.

MillerClapperton is honored to be recognized in this year’s ranking among some of the best companies in the industry, and featured in a project spotlight showcasing our work on the United Therapeutics Unisphere. Click below for the full report and see page 32 for the project spotlight.

Location: Miami, FL
Product: Alpolic FR (MCM)
General Contractor: Turner Construction Company
Architect: HDR Architecture

The Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for the Jackson Health System is poised to become one of the world’s premier rehabilitation hospitals. The center will treat adult and pediatric patients with spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries in a state-of-the-art 250,000-square-foot facility. Patients will benefit from indoor and outdoor spaces and patient apartments, where patients and caregivers can practice new, safe skills before returning home. Turner Construction Company is leading the project and MillerClapperton is fabricating more than 11,000 square feet of Metal Composite Material, totaling nearly 500 panels.

It’s no surprise that technology and digital advancements are redefining how we design. Digital technologies have exploded in recent years and rather than seeing this as a negative, it could be an opportunity to shift our shared understanding of the world, especially from an architectural perspective. A new report from SPACE10, Ikea’s research and design lab, explores the impact of digital technology and its larger movements. Click for an overview of 15 developments influencing architecture from the 1860s to today.

Also making a big impact in design today is the increased recognition of biophilia and its many benefits. When picturing a place of solitude and relaxation, most people are likely to imagine being surrounded by nature, yet the majority of us spend most of our time indoors; as much as 80-90%. This has led to architects and designers searching for new design solutions and turning to biophilia as a source of inspiration that promotes well-being, health, and emotional comfort. Click for more about biophilic design.

Recommendation: Midwest Architecture Journeys
Edited By: Zach Mortice

A new book released last month explores under-recognized buildings, places and spaces in the American Heartland. Midwest Architecture Journeys features buildings from famed architects Frank Lloyd Wright and Bertrand Goldberg, as well as lesser-known figures such as Walter Bailey and Lillian Leenhouts. The 287 page book is divided into four sections – journeys, places, people, and vernacular – each with a collection of essays and accompanying images. Click below for five highlights from the book, including Wright College and the Boulder Buildings by Earl Young.

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