ACM / MCM / Metal Plate

The Cohen Residences at 112 Centre Street in Brookline, MA, underwent a transformative renovation led by Davis Square Architects in partnership with Hebrew SeniorLife. This 98-unit affordable senior community, originally built in 1976, received a full façade replacement, updated units and common areas, HC accessibility upgrades, and modernized building systems.

The renovation features ECO Cladding’s subframing system behind new ACM panels, contributing to both performance and aesthetics. Located in the vibrant Coolidge Corner neighborhood, the project reflects Hebrew Senior Life’s mission to redefine the aging experience through thoughtful design and integrated care. The result is a revitalized high-rise that promotes dignity, comfort, and community for senior residents.

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Becker Morgan Group, in collaboration with Perkins+Will Architects, provided full architectural and engineering services for the new Dover Middle School Campus – School of Excellence and School of Innovation. Designed through an inclusive process with input from staff, students, and the community, the project supports two interconnected schools of 800 students each, sharing central facilities like a gymnasium, auditorium, cafeteria, and mechanical plant.

The modern campus is built on the former Dover High School site and includes comprehensive site work, athletic fields, and improved traffic and stormwater systems.

ECO Cladding’s engineered subframing system supports a combination of metal panels and UHPC panels, contributing to the high-performance and visually dynamic façade.

Designed by Flansburgh Architects, the new Center Elementary School in Tewksbury emphasizes connection—both within the learning environment and with the broader community. Featuring a distinctive curved entrance, outdoor classrooms, and a shared plaza, the design fosters collaboration and engagement.

ECO Cladding systems support a mix of ACM and HPL panels, delivering a high-performance façade with dynamic architectural expression suited for modern education.

Located along the Hudson River in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District, the Gansevoort Peninsula project features a striking blend of fiber concrete and metal panels supported by ECO Cladding’s engineered attachment systems. Designed by nArchitects, the pavilion is a key component of the larger Hudson River Park development and includes Manhattan’s first public beachfront.

ECO Cladding provided subframing solutions that met complex structural and aesthetic demands, including custom detailing behind perforated metal panels that are backlit to reveal the system as a design feature. The integration of sustainable materials and rainscreen performance standards helped deliver a durable and visually impactful waterfront structure.

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At 111 Massachusetts Avenue in Washington, D.C., Georgetown University’s new facility features a dynamic façade that combines Fundermax HPL panels and metal panels, all supported by ECO Cladding’s engineered attachment systems. Designed by SmithGroup, the project reflects a forward-thinking approach to urban campus design with a focus on performance and aesthetics.

ECO Cladding provided subframing solutions that ensured code compliance, thermal performance, and seamless integration between the two cladding materials. The Fundermax panels contribute warmth and texture, while the metal panels add sleek contrast, creating a modern, high-performance envelope. This project showcases ECO Cladding’s versatility in mixed-material façades.

The Gilcrease Museum, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, features a bold and contemporary design by SmithGroup that redefines the museum’s architectural presence. The project incorporates two sections of metal panels supported by ECO Cladding’s engineered attachment systems, chosen for their ability to meet the demands of this highly complex and visually striking façade. SmithGroup’s innovative and challenging design pushed the limits of architectural detailing, and ECO Cladding rose to the occasion—delivering precision-engineered subframing solutions that aligned with both aesthetic and performance goals. The result is a modern cultural landmark were form and function work seamlessly together.

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To meet the evolving needs of its rapidly growing music, visual arts, and theater departments, Kent State University engaged Hasenstab Architects to design a comprehensive renovation and addition to the Fine Arts Building on the Stark Campus. A key focus of the expansion was the music technology program, one of the university’s fastest-growing degrees, which now features state-of-the-art live recording studios, control rooms, and isolation booths—providing students with on-campus access to professional-grade facilities for the first time.

ECO Cladding’s engineered subframing systems were utilized to support a dual façade of ACM and terracotta rainscreen panels. The ECO systems provided the flexibility and thermal performance needed for the building envelope, ensuring a high-performance façade that matched the university’s commitment to design excellence and durability.

Baskervill designed the new headquarters for Kinsale Insurance in Richmond, Virginia, with a focus on modern aesthetics and long-term durability. To achieve a sleek and efficient façade, the design team selected ECO Cladding’s aluminum subframing system to support 15,000 square feet of ACM panels.

ECO’s engineered systems provided the structural integrity and adjustability needed for precise panel alignment while also contributing to the overall thermal performance of the building envelope. The result is a clean, contemporary façade that complements the innovative spirit of Kinsale’s growing enterprise.

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Designed by Cunningham – Denver, the new Career Exploration Center (CEC) for Littleton Public Schools will open in fall 2023, offering hands-on programs in aerospace, business, computer science, construction trades, healthcare, and natural resources.

ECO Cladding’s aluminum cladding system was used to support the building’s ACM façade, providing a thermally efficient and durable rainscreen solution that complements the CEC’s innovative, future-focused design. The ECO system delivered a flexible, engineered solution that ensured proper panel alignment, rain screen performance, and long-term durability—reinforcing the center’s forward-looking mission through a modern, high-performance building envelope.

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Designed by NAC Architecture – Los Angeles, this 80,000-sf net-zero high school supports project-based learning by integrating indoor and outdoor collaborative spaces across a 5.7-acre coastal site. Malibu High School’s innovative layout breaks down traditional academic silos and promotes interdisciplinary learning.

ECO Cladding’s Sigma brackets supports 13,000 square feet of HDFC and perforated metal panels, delivering a durable, thermally efficient rainscreen system aligned with the school’s net-positive energy goals.

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