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UNISTRUT BEAM CLAMP At the same time Imperial tested several methods of fabricating the double curved surfaces behind the plank face, finally coming to a standardized panel layout which would fit through the doorways, stack well in containers, and was able to be installed by hand. The original design contained horizontal planks, made of curved planks, and did not work with the nature of straight veneer. So a system of vertical planks was developed which allowed each plank to be fabricated from a straight piece of veneer. “Through initial workshops we understood what the architects and clients wanted. We then had to constrain those desires with what was producible from a woodworking perspective. Using a sophisticated software system, we were able to parametrically define and protect the geometries thus honoring design intent while creating all of the complex parts and patterns which drove the ceiling’s shape. What emerged was more than an elegant compromise; it was a solution which fit all parties,” states Herskovitz. On June 22, 2009 architects and contractors met at Imperial’s plant to view and approve a full sized mockup of one of the most complicated areas of the ceiling, along with the veneer flitches. Following this meeting a full set of models, shop drawings and material submittals were formally made and approved on site in Dubai. The Figured English Sycamore veneer was selected for its natural color and special grain characteristics. However, Sycamore comes from small trees and the veneer had to be collected from 20 flitches. In order for the veneer to be even across the whole surface, the veneer leaves were grouped by color, grain characteristics and size, and then using computer scripting, were randomized. Using color coding the veneer was then manually pulled and seamed into larger sheets for pressing. UNISTRUT P1000 CHANNEL SPRING NUT 3/8" THREADED ROD TURNBUCKLE 3/4" THICK PLYWOOD WITH D-BLAZE FIRE RETARDANT TREATMENT TIGHT BOND III WOOD GLUE PUREBOND BENDING PLYWOOD SUBSTRATE WITH D-BLAZE FIRE RETARDANT TREATMENT FIRE RATED MDF CORE We have partnered with the top architectural design firms and general contractors in the country to produce award-winning projects. Our motto, ‘Quality without Compromise’ summarizes Imperial Woodworking Company’s reputation for delivering the best quality and service in the industry. design I summer 2013

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Design Solutions - Summer 2013

Design Solutions - Summer 2013
Contents
Cornerstone
A Global Icon
Designed for Growth
A Delicious Design
HUB of Activity
Digital Measurement: Working on A Curve
Product Showcase
AWI Manufactoring Members
Ad Index
AWI Supplier Members

Design Solutions - Summer 2013