Case Stories

The design and architecture teams were tasked with specifying products that would withstand the day-to-day abuse the building endures. Many areas in the new Patient Care Tower are in constant operation, especially the Emergency Department, the busiest one in the state. To accommodate the continual activity, Wilmot Sanz, the leading architecture and design firm for the project, made sure to specify only products requiring minimal maintenance. “We wanted to use durable and easy to maintain materials with a neutral color pallet,” said Curt Mugge, project manager, AIA and vice president of Wilmot Sanz. “The Emergency Room is a 24/7 operation so it cannot be shut down for cleaning or maintenance.” The architects specified Acrovyn® corner guards, handrails, wall guards and rigid wall covering, utilizing them throughout the interior of the facility. “Acrovyn was chosen for its impact resistance, durability, cleanability and its variety of products and colors,” said Mugge.

Solution

Many of the Acrovyn products installed in the new Patient Care Tower and Emergency Department are part of Construction Specialties (C/S) Renaissance™ real wood and metal line, which combines exceptional PVC-free wall protection with the warmth of organic materials. The neutral color palette chosen for the project seamlessly integrates into the design and architecture of the new facility. The end result utilizes interior wall protection products that will maintain their look and durability for years to come.