ments were created, ranging from 3 to 24 feet in length. The precision- engineered segments were then assembled on-site into 20 waves that tapered from 30 inches wide to graceful end points. The panels were constructed from 1/8-inch-thick recycled alumi-
num plate and each includes a 2-inch welded edge on the reverse side. This allowed the panels to stand off from the walls while concealing the LEDs. “The wave-like shapes and refl ectivity create the illusion of motion
and kinetic energy,” explains Hobson. “It’s visually exciting during the day and illuminated at night with a series of LEDs mounted behind each panel. The LEDs are programmed so that the light creates a halo effect around each wave, furthering the illusion of tides in motion.” Applying the panels to the walls was a multi-step process coordi-
nated by installer AY Designs in Iron, San Diego. Vinyl prototypes were initially set in place to show composition and to indicate where the brackets would be installed. The toughest challenge was installing the artwork while hundreds
of guests were entering and leaving the hotel every day. “We were defi nitely traffi c-stoppers,” says Hobson, “and not
always in a good way.” However, once the installation was complete things changed.
“Now people intentionally stop by to study the installation. Public reaction has been very favorable and the Marriott design team is very pleased with the result,” explains Hobson.
ATAS offers a variety of vertical and horizontal metal wall panels with the ability to mix and match profiles producing visual impact with interesting patterns and designs. Wall profiles are available in ribbed, corrugated, smooth and structural panels with exposed or concealed fasteners in an array of colors. Visit www.atas.com for more information.
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Navy Green, Wallabout, N.Y. Architect - Curtis + Ginsberg Architects LLP, New York, N.Y. Distributor/Installer - United Panel Technologies, Hauppauge, N.Y. Product - Corrugated Panel (BWC374), Custom Colors
Navy Green, Wallabout, N.Y.
Architect - Curtis + Ginsberg Architects LLP, New York, N.Y. Distributor/Installer - United Panel Technologies, Hauppauge, N.Y. Product - Corrugated Panel (BWC374), Custom Colors
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ATAS offers a variety of vertical and horizontal metal wall panels with the ability to mix and match profiles producing visual impact with interesting patterns and designs. Wall profiles are available in ribbed, corrugated, smooth and structural panels with exposed or concealed fasteners in an array of colors. Visit www.atas.com for more information.