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Buildings by TypeCivic Architecture

Indian Springs Metropolitan Authority, James Clarkson Environmental Discovery Center

Indian Springs Metropolitan Authority

Photo © Justin Maconochie

Indian Springs Metropolitan Authority

Photo © Justin Maconochie

Indian Springs Metropolitan Authority

Photo © Justin Maconochie

Indian Springs Metropolitan Authority

Image courtesy SmithGroup

Indian Springs Metropolitan Authority

Image courtesy SmithGroup

Indian Springs Metropolitan Authority

Image courtesy SmithGroup

Indian Springs Metropolitan Authority
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October 1, 2009

Architects & Firms

SmithGroup

White Lake, Michigan

People/Products

Completion Date: May 2006

Owner: Huron Clinton Metropolitan Authority

Program: An 18,000-square-foot discovery center set on 70 acres

Design concept and solution: The design of the James Clarkson Environmental Discovery Center was the result of collaboration with landscape architects, scientists, engineers, educators, and architects. Set upon a 70-acre site, visitors can explore rehabilitated wetlands, prairies, and forest ecosystems. The copper-roofed visitors center appears to be an extension of the landscape. The glass facade rear of the building offers views of the lake, restored prairies, and meadows beyond.

Gross square footage:
18,000 sq. ft.

Site size:
70 acre

Total construction cost:
$5,000,000

Architect:
SmithGroup
500 Griswold, Suite 1700
Detroit, MI  48226
T:  (313) 983-3600
F:  (313) 983-3636


People

Owner:
Huron Clinton Metropolitan Authority

Architect:
SmithGroup
500 Griswold, Suite 1700
Detroit, MI  48226
T:  (313) 983-3600
F:  (313) 983-3636

Personnel in architect's firm who should receive special credit:
Designer: Paul Urbanek, AIA, LEED AP

Construction Administration: Bruce Comstock, CSI, CCCA, CDT

Mechanical Engineer: David Kistler, PE, LEED AP

Lighting Designer: Jeffrey Gerwing, - IALD, LC, IESNA, LEED AP

Electrical Engineer: Lokman Abbas, PE, LEED AP

Project Manager: Kevin Shultis, AIA, LEED AP

Specifications: Tony Wolf, RA, CCS, LEED AP

Interior designer:
SmithGroup

Landscape designer: Tim McCormack

Engineer(s): 
MEP and Structural: SmithGroup

Civil: Johnson & Anderson, Inc. Consulting Engineers

Consultant(s):
Landscape:
Myers Schmalenberger Incorporated

General contractor:
JM Olson Corporation

Photographer(s):
Hedrich Blessing Photography
(312) 491-1101
Lucas@hedrichblessing.com
Photo by Hedrich Blessing Photography courtesy of SmithGroup

Laszlo Regos Photography
(248) 398-3631
Laszlo@laszlofoto.com
Photo by Laszlo Regos Photography courtesy of SmithGroup

Justin Maconochie Photography
248.547.7383
justin@jmaconochie.com
Photo by Justin Maconochie Photography courtesy of SmithGroup

Renderer(s):
SmithGroup

CAD system, project management, or other software used: Autocad, 3D Viz, 3D Max, Photoshop

 

 

Products

Structural system: “SI-Story” and “Unit Structures LLC” – exposed douglas fir glu-lam columns-rafters and roof decking; “Trex” exterior observation deck

Exterior cladding:
Masonry: “Eden” - ledgerock limestone, “GrandBlanc” smooth-faced and burnished cmu; “SprectraGlaze II and AstraGlaze” – glazed cmu.

Metal/glass: “UnaClad UC-3” – standing seam copper; “Marvin” – fixed and casements stacked units for window-walls

Concrete: exposed horizontal plank profiled foundation walls  

Wood: SI-Story” and “Unit Structures LLC” – exposed douglas fir glu-lam columns-rafters and roof decking

Roofing:
Elastomeric: “Firestone”

Metal: “UnaClad UC-3” – standing seam copper

Windows:
Wood: “Marvin” – fixed and casements stacked units for window-walls

Glazing:
Glass: “Cardinal/PDC Glass of MI”- clear insulated units

Insulated-panel or plastic glazing: “Reynolds Polymer Technologies” – Pond Rm dome and Pond Level Corridor observation windows

Doors:
Entrances: “Kawneer” – wide style insulated

Metal doors: “Steelcraft” - hollow metal

Wood doors: “Eggars” (interior only)

Hardware:
Locksets: “Schlage”

Hinges: “Ives” and “Select”

Closers: “LCN”

Exit devices: “Von Duprin”

Interior finishes:
Acoustical ceilings: “Armstrong Ultima and Superfine”

Folding partitions: “Hufcor Spectrum”

Cabinetwork and custom woodwork: “Cimerron Services”

Paints and stains: “ICI Dulux” – paint; “Nelson” – clear stain

Wallcoverings: “Quiet Concepts” – acoustical panels

Plastic laminate: “Nevamar”

Special surfacing: “Corian” and “Formica” – solid surfacing

Floor and wall tile: “TerraGreen and TerraTraffic” - ceramic (Toilet Rms.)

Resilient flooring: “Forbo” – linoleum

Carpet Tile: “Constatine”

Window shades: “Draper Access Flexshade”

Furnishings:
Chairs: by Owner

Tables: by Owner

Lighting:
Interior ambient lighting: “EGL” – neon at Pond Rm; “Guth-ELP” in Multi-Purpose/Banquet Rm; “McPhilben” in Corridors; “Elipitar-Enscone Style 404” in the Lobby

Exterior: “Bega” – observation deck; “Paragon” – site walkways

Controls: “Lutron”

Conveyance:
Elevators/Escalators: “Schindler” – hydraulic elevator

Plumbing: “Crane” – lavs, water closets and urinals; “Haws” - electric water cooler

 

 
KEYWORDS: Michigan

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