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Awning Shields 19th Floor Event Space
A retractable awning, installed on the Kimpton boutique hotel in Charlotte, NC,
allows year-round use of outdoor space.
C
harlotte, NC's, first boutique hotel by Kimpton Hotels
horizon. Thanks to the stunning views, the space is casually referred
& Restaurants, San Francisco, is the Kimpton Tryon Park
to as "Charlotte's front porch." It was also important to maximize
Hotel. It features an outdoor event space at the building's
these views and specify and install a system that allowed the setting to
rooftop. The building team, consisting of general contractor, Balfour
speak for itself.
Beatty Construction, Dallas; installer, Southeastern Architectural
The team determined that an En-Fold stadium-grade retract-
Systems, Charlotte; and architect, Cooper Carry, Atlanta, requested
able-awning system would be the best solution. The pre-engineered,
a retractable canopy that would protect patrons from sun and rain
fully automated, retractable fabric system is manufactured by Uni-
and withstand the high winds that swirl around the 20-story tower.
Systems LLC, Minneapolis.
The rooftop lawn, on the 19th floor, is frequently used for weddings
The system installed at the hotel is on a smaller scale than major
and other celebratory gatherings, and it was imperative that the space
stadiums and event spaces and was designed to cover more than 1,500
feature an architecturally pleasing canopy that would ensure contin-
sq. ft. of outdoor space at the rooftop level when deployed. Due to its
ued use of the venue, regardless of the weather.
strength and engineering, the awning can remain open in winds as
The event lawn is closed on three sides by a rooftop-restaurant
structure and is open to a glass railing on the fourth side, presenting a
spectacular view of a nearby park, baseball stadium, and the Western
The retractable En-Fold awning withstands wind and weather on Charlotte's
front porch.
high as 90 mph and handle snow loads as high as 30 psf, allowing it to
meet the weather-resistance requirements.
"En-Fold provided a unique, high-design solution for the rooftop
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Commercial Architecture April 2019
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Commercial Architecture April 2019
The Architects
Restaurant Compete For Diverse Diners
New Model For Healthcare Delivery
Why Human-Centric Lighting Matters
Lighting The Path To Artistic Inspiration
Lighting & Electrical Products
Finding The Ideal Vegetative Roof
Exteriors Products
Awning Shields 19th Floor Event Space
Dynamic Glass Integral Part Of Smart Building
Windows & Doors Products
Louvers Combine Performance, Beauty
Individual Temperature Control Cuts Utility Costs
HVAC & Plumbing Products
Beer Hall Engages The Senses
Interiors Products
Showcase
Building Technology Products
Index
Portfolio
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Commercial Architecture April 2019 - The Architects
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Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Restaurant Compete For Diverse Diners
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Commercial Architecture April 2019 - New Model For Healthcare Delivery
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Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Why Human-Centric Lighting Matters
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Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Lighting The Path To Artistic Inspiration
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 27
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Lighting & Electrical Products
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 29
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Finding The Ideal Vegetative Roof
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 31
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 32
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Exteriors Products
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 36
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Awning Shields 19th Floor Event Space
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 38
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Windows & Doors Products
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 40
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Louvers Combine Performance, Beauty
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Individual Temperature Control Cuts Utility Costs
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 43
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - HVAC & Plumbing Products
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Beer Hall Engages The Senses
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - 46
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Interiors Products
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Building Technology Products
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Index
Commercial Architecture April 2019 - Portfolio
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