Pinch Office and Warehouse Facility
2008 Tilt-Up Achievement Award Winner :: Warehouse/Distribution Division
Submitted by Powers Brown Architecture of Houston, Texas
Located near a major airport, the owners of the Pinch Office Warehouse Facility were in search of a facility capable of significantly reducing the sound-level of airplane traffic. The Tilt-Up method was used to mask the sound of airport operations and guarantee a durable structure. The method also ensures the efficient use of space for the 16,500-square-foot office and 76,320-square-foot warehouse. Because of the flexibility of the Tilt-Up method, the owner has plans to expand the facility. Crews had to utilize a pre-engineered metal roofing system with Tilt-Up wall panels.
The novel architectural design for the building called for exposed ceilings, aluminum sun shading screens and a standing seam metal roofing system. A medium texture elastomeric paint and Low-E glass were used to enhance the architecture.
The design-scheme features clustered and isolated gabled roof forms, asymmetric chevrons, a workout room with gabled coves and a vaulted entry.
The Tilt-Up method allowed the owners to construct a building that would increase its efficiency level for corporate operations and its shipping interface. As a third-party shipper, turnaround times and inventory tracking became more feasible with the innovative construction of the 92,820-square-foot facility.
Project Notes
- Tallest Panel
- 34'-0"
- Largest Panel
- 870 sq ft
- Heaviest Panel
- 90,000 lbs
Participating TCA Members
- Powers Brown Architecture
- Role: Architect
- TAS
- Role: Project Management
- CMC Construction Services
- Products: Lifting Hardware, Braces, Bond Breaker
- Dayton Superior Corporation
- Products: Form Release
The purpose of the TCA Awards Program is to recognize outstanding site cast Tilt-Up structures and advances in technology, products and methods used in the Tilt-Up industry. For more information on the program, submittal requirements and deadline dates, please refer to the awards submittal information page.
If you have further questions, please contact Jim Baty by email or by phone at (319) 895-6911.
Pinch Office and Warehouse Facility
Houston, Texas
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