One Museum Place stands as a magnificent architectural feat, encompassing 215,000 square feet divided into two five-story buildings, boasting 44 custom residences. Spearheaded by visionary developer John Wieland, Mack Scogin Merril Elam Architects, and General Contractor Brasfield & Gorrie, the exterior façades of this grandeur are adorned with natural slate walls from Cupa Pizarras.
Location and Significance
Nestled in Atlanta’s vibrant arts district at 1301 Peachtree Street, One Museum Place holds a prestigious position across from the esteemed High Museum of Art. Renowned as one of the leading art museums in the Southeastern USA and among the world’s most visited, the proximity to this cultural hub elevates One Museum Place’s significance. Its distinctive exterior design, characterized by a harmonious fusion of three cladding materials and unique slate patterns, has cemented its status as an iconic landmark in Midtown Atlanta.
Design Innovation
The design ethos of One Museum Place transcends conventional boundaries, manifesting in every aspect, from the exterior façades to the interior spaces. Meticulous attention to detail permeates the entire project, aiming to create an unparalleled experience for residents and onlookers alike. The seamless integration of three distinct cladding materials necessitated meticulous coordination across trades, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic and functional excellence. The selection of three different slate patterns was strategic, tailored to complement the building’s geometry and desired textures.
Slate Rainscreen Cladding
For the ambitious One Museum Place project, natural slate emerged as the unequivocal choice for rainscreen cladding. Endowed with a legacy of durability and resilience, slate has withstood the test of time as a premier building material. Its exceptional performance in diverse weather conditions made Cupa Pizarras’ rainscreen cladding system, CUPACLAD®, the ideal solution, both in terms of design and technical prowess.
Custom Spanish Natural Slate
The architect’s vision encompassed a diverse range of slate units, requiring custom cutting to achieve the desired dimensions, spanning from 10×12” to 12×6” and 12×10”. The meticulous craftsmanship culminated in a bespoke, highly efficient, and top-quality slate rainscreen cladding system, contributing to the distinctive allure of One Museum Place.
Application and Construction
Natural slate finds versatile application in walls, facades, and exterior spaces, embodying elegance and endurance. One Museum Place exemplifies the exceptional versatility and aesthetic appeal of slate cladding, elevating the ambiance and architectural grandeur of the space.
In essence, One Museum Place stands as a testament to the transformative power of natural slate cladding, epitomizing innovation, elegance, and enduring quality in modern architectural design.
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