RHEINZINK Panels Highlight Transformation Of 1960s Office Building – Constructionmagnet.com

The contemporary new home of Glidewell Investments & Insurance Group in Missoula, Montana, barely resembles the 1960s concrete block structure that preceded it.

Designed by Eric Hefty & Associates in Missoula, Hefty created a design that met his clients desire to present a modern, stylish appearance. They were expanding and wanted an impressive look, according to Hefty.

Approximately 2,000 square feet of RHEINZINK Flat Lock Tiles helped accomplish the goal. The .08mm panels were finished in prePATINA graphite-grey.

I like the RHEINZINK material but had never used it before, Hefty said. The use of the zinc was an easy sell with the owner. Ive worked with them before and we have an excellent relationship. The design drawings didnt adequately show the beauty of the materials and everyone was even more excited when they saw the new building.

To give the building greater dimension, Hefty designed unfinished steel frames on the exterior as an accent component with a steel wainscoating around the base. Both the steel and RHEINZINK are natural and they fit together really well, said Hefty. Im thinking of using them both on another project Im designing. Its a great combination of materials.

Fabrication of the Flat Lock Tiles was done by RHEINZINK distributor and systems partner Sheet Metal Supply (SMS), Mundelein, Illionis. Installation of the panels was done by Sapphire Construction, Florence, Montana. There was a good dialogue with SMS and the installer, according to Hefty. We used standard sheet sizes and there was very little waste.

The 10,000-square-foot building is located in an emerging area of the city and qualified for tax relief from Missoulas redevelopment agency. The city approved the project as soon as we presented it to them, Hefty said. Zinc is a great material to work with. The patina gives it a life of its own. I think this is the only building in town that has zinc on it. I anticipate theres going to be more as other people see it.

RHEINZINK America, Inc. led the introduction of architectural zinc in North America and continues to offer one of the industrys most reliable, trusted brands. Architects and contractors are supported by unparalleled customer service and technical assistance. RHEINZINK is readily available through an established network of qualified distributors and systems partners across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Ideal for roofing, faade, gutter and interior applications, RHEINZINK is environmentally friendly, 100 percent recyclable and offers a potential lifespan of 100 years or more.

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