Tilt-Up Concrete Construction-Evolution of Form Sets Sights on the New “Box” (PDF)

Evolution of Form Sets Sights on the New “Box” (PDF)

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The document highlights the presentation by Kimberly Waggle Kramer, P.E., S.E., at the ACI Fall 2012 Convention, focusing on the evolution of tilt-up construction. Kimberly, an Associate Professor at Kansas State University, discusses how tilt-up construction has historically been seen as a convenient building solution since the 60s and 70s but has evolved significantly in form and aesthetics. The ongoing changes, driven by creative and experienced designers and contractors, have opened up new possibilities in concrete design, offering more freedom in form, space, and light.<br /><br />The presentation looks at key milestones in tilt-up construction, such as the patented rock wall designs by United States Rock Company and significant projects like the Embedded Veneer Brick in the 1980s, Indiana Packers in the 1990s, and the Dixie Center in 2000. More recently, advancements have been showcased through LEED-certified projects like the One Haworth Center, an environmentally sustainable building, and culturally important structures like the National Museum of Health & Medicine.<br /><br />One Haworth Center, for example, involved reputed firms such as Kent Companies, Perkins & Will, and GMB Architects & Engineers, highlighting collaboration between various experts, including specialty engineers and lifting and bracing engineering.<br /><br />The document credits ACI Committee 551, Tilt-Up Concrete Association, and several individuals and organizations for their contributions to the field. The partnerships and creativity within tilt-up construction highlight a dynamic shift from basic functional solutions to innovative architectural achievements, aiming for sustainability and aesthetic appeal in modern construction.

Keywords

tilt-up construction

Kimberly Waggle Kramer

ACI Fall 2012 Convention

concrete design

LEED-certified projects

architectural innovation

sustainable building

ACI Committee 551

Tilt-Up Concrete Association

building aesthetics