Herkules machine factory

Pittsburgh
Photo © Thomas Ott
Photo © Thomas Ott
Photo © Thomas Ott
Photo © Thomas Ott
Photo © Thomas Ott
Architects
Shaw Architekten BDA RIBA
Location
Pittsburgh
Year
2006
Team
Bettina Heininger, Holger Rohs

This classic example of the machine aesthetic houses the US administrative headquarters for the HerkulesGroup, a world leader in the manufacture of roll machining equipment.

Meticulous detailing and geometric rigour define this well engineered glazed box, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A skeletal steel structure organizes the various building components. The plan is golden section. The architectural skin comprises a light metal frame format with glass infill panels. The resulting composition is controlled, measured and precise, very much reflecting qualities integral to the Herkules manufacturing operation.

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