HGA Architects and Engineers (HGA) Principal and Associate Vice President d’Andre Willis, AIA, LEED AP, has transferred to the Alexandria, Va., office to build new business opportunities for the firm’s growing Arts, Community and Higher Education (ACE) Practice Group in the Mid-Atlantic region. She previously was principal in HGA’s Milwaukee office, where she helped lead the ACE Practice Group for 17 years.
Mermet USA, a leader in high-performance Sun Control Textiles, introduced its new T Screen Deco and T Screen Naturals shade fabric collections. Offering textured patterns and superior fenestration performance, T Screen Deco and T Screen Naturals are composed of 36 percent fiberglass and 64 percent vinyl for excellent solar control and durability. Each collection features a high contrast white backing for superior heat reflectivity and front facing colors for clean views and glare control.
Although individual titles may form its foundation, the modern school or university library is more than a collection of books. It serves as an interactive multimedia center designed to support learning and social cohesion. Thus, careful thought should go into the design and planning of your library.
CLEMSON, S.C. — Clemson University is currently constructing a new mixed-use residential village called Douthit Hills, it’s largest building project to date.
WINTER GARDEN, Fla. — In an attempt to relieve overcrowding at West Orange High School, located in Winter Garden, the district will construct a new relief high school designed by SchenkelShultz Architecture of Orlando.
FORT RUCKER, Ala. — Plans to replace Fort Rucker Elementary School — part of the Fort Rucker Army Base — are underway now that Orlando, Fla.-based SchenkelShultz has been selected as the project’s architect. SchenkelShultz was awarded the 133,542-square-foot project under the firm’s Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District.
Gina Coel has been named North American vice president of sales at nora systems, Inc., a leading manufacturer of commercial floor coverings for education, health care and other commercial markets. In this role, Coel will manage customer support and sales efforts in the North American market, along with more than 50 sales associates. Coel has worked in the flooring industry for 20 years, spending eight of those years at nora.
GAF recently introduced WeatherCote Elastomeric Coating, a water-based acrylic roof coating that provides a durable, protective weathering layer for low-slope roofs. Applicable to both school and university facilities, WeatherCote Elastomeric Coating is highly reflective, directing heat and UV away from the building. With an 88 percent initial reflectivity, it reduces wear and tear on the membrane below as well as lowers the temperature inside the building, saving on energy costs during summer months.
