This project is a combination addition and renovation of an existing hexagonal performance space. The new construction adds a small fly house, scene shop and related support spaces.
Services provided (renovation, design only):
•Architectural layout review •Structural, electrical & mechanical engineering coordination •Rigging system layout and specification
Facility information:
•Architect: Tower Pinkster, Grand Rapids, Michigan •Seats 450 •Opened: In Construction
Taylor University
Upland, Indiana
The university is planning the construction of a new student center. Included in this facility is a 90 foot tall atrium with a heliostat. The challenge raised by that is access to the mechanism of the heliostat for ongoing maintenance. ACD’s scope was to design a lowering system for the heliostat that allows it to be installed and maintained at floor level.
Services provided: (new construction, design only):
•Structural & electrical engineering coordination •Lowering system layout & specification