Architects Turn to Móz Designs for College Campus Mural

Lone Star College-Kingwood has recently completed their Process Technology Building, the first addition to a Campus Center located in Generation Park. Lone Star College picked the location for the building-a large industrial development in Houston-so it would stand near the energy/chemical processing industry it supports. Realized by WHR/EYP Architects with help from Perkins+Will as interior design consultants, the new facility stands out for its unique combination of industrial and traditional building materials.

"Móz was the perfect fit," explains Julie Gauthier of Perkins+Will. "Working with their digital graphics team and exploring different material substrates eased the entire process."

The clean and minimalist design of the building-which is home to educational programs that focus on process technology and operations for the plastics, food & beverage, and the pharmaceutical industries-perfectly complements the training that happens within its walls. The selection of perforated metal for the large mural was made intentionally, as a way to utilize a versatile industrial material in a uniquely modern way. Designers continued the theme throughout the space with similar material selections and bright colors-familiar in a variety of industrial sites-to highlight specific spaces and act as wayfinding elements throughout the space.

In addition to its aesthetic appeal, the metal mural also functions as the backdrop for a social gathering space for students, staff, and faculty, thanks to a built-in bench seat for visitors.

Móz Designs perforated metal sheets come in solid-core .063" aluminum material and 4' x 10' sheet sizes. Móz also offers a variety of standard and custom digital imagery

options. Perforated metal sheets are also offered in an extensive range of colors, including options from their Classic, Gradients, Blendz/Patina, Graphix, and Powder Coat collections. Custom colors and sizes are also available.

PROJECT DETAILS

Location: Houston, Texas Completion Date: July 2018 Size: 46,332 square feet Interior Design Consultant: Perkins+Will Architect: WHR/EYP Architects Photography credit: Peter Molick.

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