Arent Fox, LLP

The 235,000 square-foot Arent Fox space showcases high-end design and construction, such as a 150-seat auditorium, a water feature, curved drywall, multi-story open staircases, and penny-tile-clad, egg-shaped pantries. To bring the pantries to life, the design and construction team used a three dimensional graphic model of the pantry and controlled CNC machines to cut the wood skeleton components of the pantry. The skeleton was then clad in flexible wacky wood, waterproofing, and penny tile to produce smooth curves. 

The greatest challenge faced during construction was a change order to add a curved glass smoke baffle to the five-story practice staircase. Receiving the notice to proceed just three months before scheduled substantial completion. This long-lead item required custom fabrication, causing significant delays not only to the staircase construction, but to surrounding construction as well. Through tremendous planning and coordination, as well as the cooperation of affected subcontractors, these challenges were overcome to achieve substantial completion on time without sacrificing quality.

The success of the Arent Fox project is the confluence of a unique and challenging design with an innovative and dedicated construction team. By working closely and creatively with the design team throughout construction, Clark delivered one-of-a-kind features consistent with the architect's vision. Overcoming a compressed schedule jeopardized by unexpected changes, Clark delivered the world-class interior space to the client on time.

BIM

Utilizing lasers ensured consistency with the layout and flowing drywall surfaces that upheld the vision of the design team. Custom designed, fabricated, and installed fiberglass panels also required the latest in high-tech fabrication methods; the use of 3-D modeling, rendering and fabrication allowed the team to flawlessly deliver this rigorous work.