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Friday Feature - May 4th Edition

In this edition we're showcasing 3D models by Westminister Teak, Wishbone Site Furnishings, Dekko Concrete Decor, & Douglas Industries, Inc. We've also gathered projects from Roppe, BASTEEL Perimeter Systems, and Stalite / Permatill.


3D Model Highlights

View and download the 3D model here.

Westminster Teak - Aman Dais Corner

The Aman Dais line is the epitome of casual luxury. Its distinctive sweeping lines and low profile will gracefully integrate into any setting or space, both indoors and out. Part of modular teak set of three pieces, it can be configured to fit any function or style; quickly transforming the pieces into an outdoor daybed or settee for your loggia or pavilion. It will easily adapt to an indoor setting by changing the cushion covers with a more decorative fabric of your choice.

Wishbone Site Furnishings - Single Pedestal Picnic Table

Wishbone Industries is a producer of quality outdoor site furniture made from durable recycled materials. Each piece of our benches, receptacles and picnic tables is sustainably constructed by transforming household waste such as milk jugs and pop cans into functional, long lasting site furnishings.

View and download the 3D model here.


View and download the 3D model here.

View and download the 3D Model here.

Dekko Concrete Decor - Serenade Firepit

Offering a convenient and simple alternative to building a campfire. The ultimate in convenience - no cleaning, no chopping, just turn it on and enjoy!

 

 

 

Douglas Industries, Inc. - Batting Tunnel 55' Frame

  • Great for "soft toss", tee work and more

  • "Stand -alone" system can be placed alongside your batting tunnel/cage for players or anywhere you need 3-4 hitting stations

  • 4" square, powder coated steel poles


Project Highlights

 

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center

image © Roppe

When the opportunity to renovate the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center & Bill T. Teague Neighborhood Donor Center facilities were presented to Sheri Burmaster, Project Manager with The Blood Center, several challenges became evident. With several different flooring needs present Sheri began her search for the products that would make the renovation a success. She knew they needed to consider resilient products for high traffic areas that required low maintenance, had a slip-resistant option and that were appealing/modern in appearance. Sustainable products are always preferred, but since this facility was not attaining a LEED certification, it was not a must. 

View the project here.

 

BASTEEL Perimeter Systems - Series 6000 Cantilever Gate

image © BASTEEL Perimeter Systems

BASTEEL Perimeter Systems had the pleasure to work with arcDESIGN (www.arcdesign.us) on the IU Health Morgan County hospital renovation project in Martinsville, IN. Prior to the renovations, the rear of the building was quite visible to the adjacent heavily-travelled highway and provided motorist with an unobstructed view of the HVAC cooling tower and trash compactor units. As part of the renovations, the architect designed a 15’H CMU wall with fiber cement siding to hide these necessary but unsightly units from view. After consulting with BASTEEL during the design phase arcDESIGN selected the Series 6000 Cantilever Gate with Bennington infill to allow access to the now hidden units. The gate as designed is 15’H x 29’W and weighs a staggering 2100 lbs., yet moves effortlessly by hand. Manufactured using pre-galvanized materials, silicon-bronze welding wire, sealed bearing rollers and coated with KYNAR™ organic fluoropolymer coatings, the gate will stand the test of time for decades to come. 

View the project here.

 

Stalite / Permatill - The Ruby C. McSwain Education Center Green Roof

image © Stalite / Permatill

The research project was conducted in the North Carolina Piedmont during one of the worst droughts in state history. The JC Raulston Arboretum located on the campus of NC State University, Raleigh The ongoing study is utilizing plants on the green roof that are adaptive to the arid Southwestern United States. The purpose for trial was to study how the sedums perform in the micro climate provided and compare with the Southwest plant selections growing in the same location. Observations include: plant growth and survival, drought tolerance, root rot, and plant variety dominance. No automatic irrigation was provided for the project when the green roof was installed in 2004. Originaly used as a sedum display, the intrest in other drought tolerant species of plants prompted Dr. Denny Werner to showcase the desert plants which he felt would survive the hot dry microclimates the roof offered. The JC Raulston study will provide a listing the green roof plants used and recommendations for the Southern United States. 

View the project here.