Women in Construction Spotlight
Women in Construction Spotlight
It is National Women in Construction Week, and I wanted to take this time to talk about someone who has had an incredible impact on our company. Heather Smith started in drafting for us in February of 2007. Heather is now the head of Engineering for W.L. Hall Company
There is not a single significant project that she has not had some impact or influence on over the last 15 years. Heather has made drafting the strongest division in the W.L. Hall Company, and she has distinguished herself as someone everyone comes to for advice, feedback, opinion, etc.
Heather deserves much of the credit for our success and growth over the last decade; we simply couldn’t have done it without her.
Thank you Heather!!
Craig Hall
W. L. Hall Company
President
Essentia Health St. Mary’s Medical Center's (Duluth) new high-performance façade system at the Level 6 - Inpatient Entrance.
A Brighter Future for West Minnehaha Recreation Center
In collaboration with BWBR Architects (St. Paul) and Knutson Construction (Minneapolis), our team brought their design vision to reality for the comprehensive glass and glazing renovation at the University of Minnesota's Shepherd Laboratory. This project was strategically designed to: Transform the research and instructional environments spanning floors 3-5 Enhance thermal performance via contemporary glazing solutions and advanced curtain wall technology Foster a dynamic atmosphere conducive to collaboration and adaptable work arrangements Elevate the visual character and architectural presence of the building Embrace environmentally responsible design practices, including specialized bird-friendly glass treatments
Marlite Artizan Max Defense FRP Panels | Taking Durability and Design to a Higher Level
Due to our "challenging" winter weather conditions, building maintenance professionals frequently schedule glass atrium and curtainwall repair initiatives when spring arrives. Among our current projects in this category are the 1550 Utica Avenue Tower (St. Louis Park), Glass Atrium Roof rehabilitation, and the restoration of curtainwall components at Reflections Condominiums (Bloomington).
Crowe Construction (St. Louis Park) contacted us about replacing the skylights at Artistry on 10th, a modern luxury apartment complex. The existing skylights were extremely leaky, aesthetically unappealing, had poor opacity, and failed to meet current-day structural requirements. They allowed minimal natural light to enter the space, provided little comfort or functionality, and were energy inefficient.
Through a strategic collaboration with ESG Architecture (Minneapolis) and Kraus-Anderson Construction (Minneapolis), we provided the exterior glazing on The Larking—a landmark 16-story development redefining urban residential spaces in Minneapolis.
The owner of Vadnais Heights Commons reached out to us to address issues with their existing glass skylights, which were failing structurally, causing excessive heat buildup, and experiencing persistent leaks.
OK, we admit it's not exactly an Oscar. When Accenture needed a smartly designed space that allowed natural light to flow through while ensuring the right level of visual and acoustic privacy they turned to Modernfold.
We're excited to share the results of two, recent commercial skylight projects in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. Our innovative skylight systems help enhance natural light, boost energy efficiency, and create brighter, more comfortable spaces for occupants.
Share On: