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Roofing Solutions

Often referred to as the “fifth facade,” roofs weather faster than other building assemblies due to its horizontal exposure to the sky. Here, thoughtful engineering and reliable products unite to ensure that this critical surface remains strong and sealed. To facilitate this act, these new products present innovation in varied forms and functions critical to the success of roofing systems. Sophie Aliece

The David Rubenstein Forum project at the University of Chicago utilized 60,000 square feet of custom Versa-Lok and custom fabricated wall panels that were manufactured by ATAS in 1.0 mm grey zinc. The panels were used as exterior wall cladding on this 166-foot-tall building consisting of 10 stories (a two-story base, and an eight-story tower).

Vertical zinc panels were chosen to express the idea of connectivity on the facade. Zinc was favored because it is a natural and durable material that is timeless and creates its own patina which protects the material for a long time. Zinc is very flexible, which worked well with this building’s geometry, and the way it reflects sunlight was appealing to the design team. The vertical panels also accentuate the height of the building.

David Rubenstein Forum at University of Chicago

1st place winner in ATAS’ 2020 Project of the Year Competition

Wall Panels: Versa-Lok (custom) | Custom Fabricated Panel - Grey Zinc

Architect: Diller Scofidio + Renfro | Brininstool + Lynch

Contractor: Tuschall Engineering