The Mezzanine Lakes Wall at MSP Airport Glazing Project Captures the Essence of Minnesota's Lakes

The Mezzanine Lakes Wall at MSP Airport Glazing Project Captures the Essence of Minnesota's Lakes w l hall company 1

One of the standout features of the Lakes Wall is its glazing, supplied by the renowned Forms and Surfaces. This glazing captures the essence of Minnesota's lakes, with digital prints showcasing the topographical contours of some of the state's picturesque bodies of water.๏ปฟ

The Mezzanine Lakes Wall at MSP Airport Glazing Project Captures the Essence of Minnesota's Lakes w l hall company 2

 It's a stunning blend of artistry and functionality that adds a unique and aesthetically pleasing touch to the airport environment.

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We collaborated with our friends at Alliance Architects (Minneapolis) and Morcon Construction (Fridley, MN), which played integral roles in the successful completion of the comprehensive four-phase BCTL project spanning the years 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

The Mezzanine Lakes Wall at MSP Airport Glazing Project Captures the Essence of Minnesota's Lakes w l hall company 4

Their collaborative efforts and expertise were seamlessly woven into each phase, showcasing a sustained commitment to excellence and innovation.

The Mezzanine Lakes Wall at MSP Airport Glazing Project Captures the Essence of Minnesota's Lakes w l hall company 5

One of the standout features of the Lakes Wall is its glazing, supplied by the renowned Forms and Surfaces. This glazing captures the essence of Minnesota's lakes, with digital prints showcasing the topographical contours of some of the state's picturesque bodies of water.


 It's a stunning blend of artistry and functionality that adds a unique and aesthetically pleasing touch to the airport environment. We collaborated with our friends at Alliance Architects (Minneapolis) and Morcon Construction (Fridley, MN), which played integral roles in the successful completion of the comprehensive four-phase BCTL project spanning the years 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023.


Their collaborative efforts and expertise were seamlessly woven into each phase, showcasing a sustained commitment to excellence and innovation.

The Mezzanine Lakes Wall at MSP Airport Glazing Project Captures the Essence of Minnesota's Lakes w l hall company 6

The Mezzanine Lakes Wall at MSP Airport is a testament to precision and craftsmanship. Crafted with precision, the wall is constructed using solid radiused steel bars meticulously supplied by BPS Incorporated. These bars are expertly welded into place, enhancing the structural integrity of the entire installation.


We also installed an exquisite railing system that needed to follow an elliptical floor plate, that included a handrail that required following the elliptical shape, and have 1” thick tempered laminated glass act as pickets. These glass pickets were narrow and had a complex geometric shape.๏ปฟ

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Livefront's Hospitality Lounge | Where Transparency, Acoustics & Flexibility Align

By Ira Hackner • March 3, 2026
In collaboration with Studio BV Architects (Minneapolis) and Mission Construction (Minneapolis), we helped bring their design goals to life for Livefront’s Hospitality Lounge — realizing a vision centered on innovation, flexibility, and modern collaboration.

Beyond the Ceiling & Walls: Impactful Color-Changing Barrisol® Environments

By Ira Hackner • February 18, 2026
Luminous Barrisol® ceilings and walls use color-changing LED technology to shape atmosphere and support how a space is used throughout the day. Neutral tones suit everyday operations, while richer brand colors can highlight events, milestones, or special moments. Warmer hues create a welcoming feel for evening use or guest receptions, with digital controls allowing lighting to evolve as branding or needs change—without physical alterations. Extending the same approach into the vertical plane, Barrisol® luminous walls are built on a lightweight aluminum framework, with integrated lighting and translucent membranes. The result is a clean, softly glowing architectural surface that delivers uniform, glare-free illumination and visual calm. When ceilings and walls shift color in sync, the space gains depth and rhythm, subtly reinforcing brand presence and guiding movement through key areas without relying on signage.

Integrated Building Systems at the Ramsey Water Treatment Plant

By Ira Hackner • February 5, 2026
Integrated Building Systems at the Ramsey Water Treatment Plant

Raydoor Systems | Shaping Space Without Sacrificing Design Intent

By Ira Hackner • January 30, 2026
Raydoor Systems | Shaping Space Elegantly

Design Intent Delivered through Integrated Systems at Carlson School of Management

By Ira Hackner • January 22, 2026
Design Intent Delivered through Integrated Systems at Carlson School of Management

More Space for More Care — Expansion at CentraCare Plaza in St. Cloud

By Ira Hackner • January 15, 2026
Here is a look at a current healthcare project we are actively working on, showcasing our expertise in complex glazing, interior systems, and construction coordination—the CentraCare Plaza Expansion in St. Cloud, Minnesota. We are collaborating closely with RSP Architects (Minneapolis) and McGough Construction (St. Paul) to help bring the CentraCare Plaza Expansion design to life. From the outset, their project teams carefully factored the complex functional and operational requirements of expanded outpatient and specialty care into the overall design, ensuring each building system supports both architectural intent and long-term performance.

A Ceiling System that Provides BOTH Light and Sound Attenuation

By Ira Hackner • January 7, 2026
For the executive conference room hallway at Boston Scientific Arden Hills, (Building 5, Floor 3) RSP Architects (Minneapolis) and Cobeck Construction (St. Paul) project teams established clear priorities from the outset: to create a visually striking, polished ceiling experience appropriate for a high-visibility executive corridor, while also providing effective acoustic sound absorption to control noise transfer from the adjacent conference room. We worked closely with the RSP and Cobeck project teams to bring their design goals to life through a refined, high-performing ceiling solution.

Two Recent Zona® LYNX Telescopic Glass Wall Projects Showcase Flexible Design

By Ira Hackner • December 18, 2025
We are pleased to highlight two recently completed ZONA® LYNX telescoping glass wall projects, each tailored to the specific functional demands of its space. Working closely with the architects involved, we helped bring each project's design vision to reality, delivering precision ZONA installations that support flexibility, transparency, and long-term performance across both professional office and high-traffic environments. Both projects feature 3/8" clear laminated glass with a clear anodized finish, providing a consistent balance of durability, safety, and refined aesthetics. Below is a brief overview of each project and the unique advantages the ZONA LYNX system brings to each application.

Glass & Glazing Project in Progress – Boston Scientific's Weaver Lake 4 Expansion

By Ira Hackner • December 11, 2025
We are fortunate to be engaged in a wide range of projects across the Upper Midwest at any given time—each one highlighting the diversity of systems and solutions we provide. Today, we’re pleased to spotlight one of the major glazing projects we are currently involved in: the Boston Scientific – Weaver Lake 4 Expansion. We are proud to be actively progressing on this expansion, delivering advanced glass and glazing solutions for a project that continues to elevate one of Minnesota's most impactful medical device campuses. Collaborating with HGA Architects (Minneapolis) and Ryan Companies Construction (Minneapolis), our team is helping turn their design intent into a fully engineered, constructable glazing system—one that delivers long-term performance, clean aesthetics, and exceptional durability for Boston Scientific.

Air Leakage Is a Silent Energy Killer. One Rolling Door Is Finally Addressing It Head-On

By Ira Hackner • November 21, 2025
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.