Barrisol Provides Motivation for the Iowa Hawkeyes
We collaborated with Substance Architecture (Des Moines) and Knutson Construction (Iowa City) to install a Barrisol stretch ceiling in the University of Iowa's newly remodeled locker room.
Barrisol offers numerous branding advantages when using custom graphics to create a memorable experience for players, recruits and visitors.
The wide variety of colors, textures, and finishes offered by Barrisol was customized to match the University of Iowa's design goals. This allowed the ceiling to integrate seamlessly into the rest of the "Hawkeye forward" aesthetic.
The stretch ceilings incorporated LED lights and backlighting to highlight Iowa's colors and create a distinctive atmosphere that enhances the brand.
When the Hawkeyes go 6 - 1 in the Big Ten next year, now you'll know why. Any other owners want to inspire the troops? You know where to find us!
Contact us to discover the advantages of Barrisol stretch ceilings.
Most building professionals know that air leakage is one of the biggest performance failures in commercial buildings. What is less understood is this: Air leakage doesn't move in only one direction. It can move inward (infiltration) or outward (exfiltration) — and each direction carries its own set of energy, comfort, and moisture-control consequences. Even worse, rolling doors have historically been among the weakest points of the building envelope.
Daylighting, Durability & Performance: Why the Thief River Falls Regional Airport Chose Kalwall
We truly enjoyed working with HCM Architects (Minneapolis), TKDA Architects (Bloomington), Knutson Construction (Minneapolis), and McGough (St. Paul), who brought four new Xcel Energy service facilities — in Chanhassen, Onalaska (WI), St. Cloud, and St. Paul–Maplewood. We helped bring their design visions to life with Kalwall’s advanced translucent daylighting systems, which elevate energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and thermal performance.
AIA Minnesota Excellence in Design for Energy Award Lakewood Cemetery's Welcome Center
2025 Rethos Historic Rehabilitation Award Winner | Landmark Tower Apartments (St. Paul) Conversion
We were pleased to collaborate with Mohagen Hansen Architecture (Wayzata, MN) and Gardner Builders (Minneapolis) to bring their design vision for Agralite Electric Cooperative’s new 63,000-square-foot headquarters in Benson, MN, to life—featuring the innovative use of Kalwall® daylighting systems in both the office space and the warehouse.
Carleton College (Northfield, MN) is recognized for its rigorous academics, intimate class sizes averaging just 14 students, and a strong sense of community. We were proud to bring our extensive expertise in educational glass and glazing projects to the college’s Class of 1974 Building, made possible through the generosity of the Class of 1974 alumni.
Boston Scientific's Maple Grove Expansion – Supported by W. L. Hall Company Solutions
When Hornig Companies set out to build their new headquarters in St. Louis Park, Tanek Architects (Minneapolis) and Gardner Builders (Minneapolis) designed a conference room that could do it all—flexibility, acoustics, and aesthetics.
Think of the McKEON AirShield™ AL3014 as more than just a door—it’s a precision-engineered barrier designed to keep comfort in and unwanted air out. This high-performance overhead coiling system is built for environments where air matters most: from busy industrial facilities to sensitive institutional spaces. ๆ๐ฌ๏ธ Superior Air Control – Keeps interior climates stable by minimizing air infiltration and exfiltration ๐ก Energy Efficiency – Helps cut heating and cooling costs while meeting today’s strict energy standards ๐ Durability You Can Trust – Engineered to perform reliably in the toughest conditions The result? Protected interiors, better comfort, and a door system that works as hard as you do.
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