The structure features a large overhang, confidently supported by columns fitted with Architectural Tapers at the bottom. These pre-engineered steel castings not only provide a streamlined aesthetic but also a substantial load-bearing capacity, ensuring the safety and stability of the structure.
Mt. Edgecumbe Aquatic Facility
Sitka
,
United States
HSS columns fitted with CAST CONNEX Architectural Tapers (ART) contribute a modern touch to the rustic undertones of this building's design.
Located in Sitka, Alaska, Mt. Edgecumbe Recreation and Aquatic Facility is a 31,650-square-foot building that features a full-sized pool, a slide, and climbing walls. Here, children of all ages can learn to swim while engaging with their peers.
Owner: Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities / Alaska Department of Education and Early Development
Architect: ECI Architecture
Structural Engineer: AMC Engineers
General Contractor: Cornerstone General Contractors
Steel Fabricator: ST Fabrication
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CAST CONNEX standardized connectors are available in a range of sizes to fit standard member profiles. These pre-engineered products are affordable enough to be used repetitively or as a one-off. Each connector is designed to simplify fabrication labor, especially in architecturally exposed applications.