also needed a flat looking panel by the entrance that would fit into their budget, and Opaline met that requirement while adding strength and durability.” The metal panels also added LEED points because they provide recycled content and recyclability, as well as local manufacturing. “The panels were selected because they
were a great way to add architectural interest to the outside of the building in a manner that was relatively inexpensive, was lightweight and did not require significant alteration to the existing building,” says Bill Szustak, project manager with SPRINGBOARD Design. “The custom- ization capabilities offered with the product
allowed us to easily create a visually interesting overall form when viewed from afar, and the specific combination of corrugation and perfora- tion provides interest up close, as well. We love how the product changes its transparency throughout the day.” The distributor was North Coast Commercial
Roofing Systems Inc., Pittsburgh, and the gen- eral contractor was Massaro Corp., Pittsburgh.