The sleek curves and intricate structural patterns of this 367,000 sf, 2,265 seat concert hall make it unique. Refusing to abide by modern principles of architecture, Gehry rebels against the idea that form follows function.
Key speciality contractors from design and construction were integrated into the project very early on, which resulted in a more efficient design that both reduced cost and accelerated the schedule. The structural steel was fabricated and erected $7.2 million under budget and 6 weeks ahead of schedule. The erection was completed with zero change orders and one quarter of the typical number of RFI's.
The 775,000 square foot Moscone West was engineered to meet stringent seismic standards. A unique coupled-girder system is designed to minimize structural damage in the event of an earthquake up to 8.2 magnitude. This works together with a system of 248 friction dampers that dissipate seismic energy. Despite the need for very heavy floor loadings in a vertical structure, column placement on the third floor was minimized to provide 210 foot clear spans for the nearly...
The new facility includes 24 courtrooms and 32 justice chambers. Herrick was responsible for designing the temporary shoring system that supported “the cube” during construction. The building is designed to achieve LEED Platinum certification, due to such innovations as the serrated facade, which maximizes views from the interior and cuts down on up to 50% of heat generated from solar rays.
The Nokia Theater is a music and theatre venue seating 7,100. Herrick fabricated and erected the structural roof system that consists of 180’ long span steel trusses and associated framing. The structural steel was fabricated and erected on time and within budget.
