Photo Courtesy Gray Matters/Parrish Ruiz De Velasco
Merica May Jenson Shares Path of Progress Photos, Sketches
A striking addition to Georgia Tech's campus, the Path of Progress pavilion celebrates the history and achievements of Georgia Tech alumnae. The pavilion's architect, Merica May Jensen (Mgt 2008, M.Arch 2011), said it contains several unusual features that may not be noticed by the casual observer. She shared photos and drawings of the pavilion with the School of Architecture, pointing out some of the most interesting features of her design.
Click the arrows on either side of the images below to view special features of the Path of Progress.
Photo: Courtesy Gray Matters/Parrish Ruiz De Velasco
The table surface is Georgia Silver Cloud granite surrounded by a swirling bench of ultra-high performance pre-cast concrete.
Digram: Gray Matters
The structure holds ~1000 tons of tension. The largest amount of forces are at the top column tied into a pile cap with 36-inch helical piers running 60-feet into the ground.
Drawing Provided by Arcus Wire
This project is made of a bespoke cable net. All of the components are custom including the edge clamps that were made from a 3D print.
Drawing Provided by Arcus Wire
A custom algorithm in 3D design software allowed precise planning of the lights' position and aim.
Drawing Provided by Arcus Wire
Each cladding tile expresses the node of the system. A custom series of clamps and fasteners bring the clamshell geometry together.
Photo by Merica May Jensen/GRAY MATTERS
A large cleat attached the bench ties to a clevis, anchoring the system. The tile system hides the engineering behind.
Architecture Alumnae Featured in Path of Progress Tiles
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Instructors Who Influenced Jensen's Work
