SUSPENDED CEILING SYSTEMS A Sustainable Integrated Ceiling Platform

DESIGNING CURVED CEILING SYSTEMS

Presented by: United States Gypsum Company

AIA Provider #: K011

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An interactive discussion describing different types of materials used to form curved ceilings how they are assembled and where the different systems are used. Including ,Waved ceilings, Suspension trim systems, Curved metal ceilings, Curved drywall ceilings, Curved ceiling options and Custom options.

Course Description

Program Objectives

• Describe Different Types Of Materials Used To Form Curved Ceilings

• Explain How Curved Ceiling Designs Are Created

• Describe Where Different Curved Ceiling Systems Are

Used

Program Outline

• Undulating Wave Ceilings

• Parallel Sculptures • Curved Metal

• Curved Drywall Suspension Ceilings

• Curved Ceiling Options • Custom Options

Curved Ceiling Design Through Technology

• Curved Ceiling Options Are Easier to Design • Pre-Engineered Curves Can Reduce Cost

• Sophisticated New Computer – Aided Design Programs • Innovative Systems Technologies

• Computer Assisted Manufacturing Processes

Software Generated Rendering Of A Basket Weave Lay-in Ceiling Panel

The manufacturing process becomes easier through renderings like these. This one is showing 3 dimensional preformed curved translucent panels laid in a basket weave pattern in a conventional flat 9/16” grid. Modular sized panels allow for renovation

without reconfiguration of existing grid.

Commercial Interior Environments with Curves Create Drama and Excitement

• Add Depth and Interest to an Interiors “Fifth” Plane

• New Opportunities in Lighting and Signage

• Guide Pedestrian Traffic

Design Professionals discovered the possibilities associated with ceilings in the late 70’s and the desire to add excitement and movement to the ceiling plane continues to grow. Buildings like the Guggenheim Museum New York, The Los Angeles Pacific Design Center, and Bilbao Spain all helped strengthen the foundation for Curves. Whether your adding lighting or signage, guiding pedestrian traffic or just adding depth and interest to a room. All rooms can be enhanced while incorporating curves.

The 5 Standard Types of Curved Ceilings

1.Perimeter trim – Which is typically vertical, available in multiple heights and color options 180/360 etc.

2.Metal accent systems - Examples of that would be a Razor Edge or paired suspension trims.

3.Curved metal -Available in one, and two directional systems. Also in Concealed torsion spring systems.

4.Drywall suspension can have Undulating Edges, Valleys, Vaults, and Domes

1.Luminous wave options for flat suspension with wave panels, and

wave suspension with conforming luminous or opaque infill panels.

Curved Perimeter Trim With Open Cell Grid

This is an example of an Open Cell Grid with Cloud curved perimeter trim. All the components are painted 360 degrees.

Curved Perimeter Trim

Multi layered ceiling with curved Perimeter Trim giving depth to an exposed acoustical

ceiling above.

No Visible Suspension /Computer Assisted Perforation Lay-Out

Here is a parallel metal sculpture with No Visible Suspension “grid-less” feature system. The aluminum panels are individually fabricated and interconnect to form a continuous

uninterrupted plane. Notice the perforation pattern follows the design.

Wave Ceiling With Two Directional Suspension And Custom Lighting

McCarran Airport United Terminal, Las Vegas, NV used a 2 directional grid system with 2 X 2 perforated metal panels and Neon Sculpted lights to help guide pedestrian traffic leading to departure and arrival gates.

This system uses a series of preformed valleys and vault grid along with metal infill panels.

Undulating Luminous Ceiling

Undulating Luminous Ceiling with preformed translucent panels on a pre-engineered grid system.

Custom Wave Ceilings / Conceptual Type

• Various Types Of Materials – Metal, Wood, Gypsum, High Tech Plastics are all possible

• Types Of Access – Point access can be upward or downward

• Finish and Shape – Metal, Paint, Wood Grain, Metallic Paint, Polished and

Custom Painted in various shapes • Special Function

– Custom Lighting, Corporate Logos, Special Needs such as aesthetics or color for pedestrian direction or security

An Example Of A Custom Radius And Custom Trim

Custom / One directional Metal System with custom closure and custom edge trim

Curved Ceilings Can Perform

• Acoustical Performance Can Be Provided – Perforated metal panels can have an acceptable NRC of .65

with an absorbent fabric backer or .90 with a poly-bagged glass fiber insulation.

• Many Lighting Options

– Down lights, translucent infill panels, track lighting, soffit lighting, cove lighting, and even neon

• Light Reflectance Can Be Addressed

Curved Ceilings Can Perform

• Metal Protection: – Hot Dipped Galvanized or Aluminum Metal Panels both Provide Long

term Sustainability. Where Electro-Galvanized Metals are not acceptable for Sustainability. Interior Grid Market has changed from Electro-Galvanized to Hot Dipped Galvanized due to Red Rusting

• Sustainable / Recycled Content Are Important Today – Typical Average of Recycled Content: Aluminum = 90%; Steel = 25%;

Gypsum = 95-1% depending on material source. – Aluminum and Steel can be recycled from demolition, gypsum board

cannot.

Manufactured Perimeter Trim

• Curved & Straight Edges In Steel Or Aluminum

• Different Profile Heights – Ranging from 2”, 4”, 6”, 8” , 10” or 12”

• Vertical And Horizontal Capabilities

• Painted, Polished And Wood Grain

• Paired Perimeter Systems

Aluminum and Steel Perimeter Trim

Aluminum Perimeter Trim Steel Perimeter Trim

An example of grid attachment on both Aluminum and Steel Perimeter Trim through use of attachment clips. The difference in these two systems will be profile heights, minimum

radius, finishes, and ease of grid attachment through clips.

Perimeter Trim Creating Islands

Example of a large space being improved by the used of “islands” formed with Straight Perimeter trim. Straight systems are made from standard components which improve availability.

Curved Perimeter Trim Creating a Layered Ceiling and Soffit

Curved perimeter trim used to create “layered ceilings” that can

be used to conceal lighting or could serve for supply or return

air. There is also an opportunity to improve acoustics through this

type of layering.

Curved Perimeter Trim Creating a Layered Ceiling and Soffit

Another example of Curved Perimeter Trim used to create a undulating curved soffit edge

and return air through layered ceiling. Good contrast between white and black.

Islands and Voids

Here we can see how straight and curved trim can be used to compliment each other. The

larger shape is referred to as an island while the empty circle is a void.

Horizontal Edge Trim

Here is a example of a horizontal edge trim providing a wide low profile edge. It “frames” the island with a look that has a razor edge and is sometimes thought to be more contemporary. Can

only be used on square and rectangular clouds requiring inside and outside corners. Some Manufacturers provide premade corners to eliminate gapping at field mitered corners.

Wood Grain Options

Here the trim system is finished in a Wood grain finish. This example shows a linear plank pan in 2’ X 2’ and 1’ X 5’ panels. The wood grain trim complements the design. Coordinating trim

could also be supplied.

Paired Perimeter Options

Paired Perimeter Trim left empty, integrated with light track. Possible options could be to include neon in the reveal, use light rope or hang signage.

Manufactured Perimeter Trim

• Clean, Crisp Edges

• Curved Form Capabilities – Minimum Radius 18”-24”

• Made to Order- Arrives Onsite Pre-Engineered • Strong, Durable and Long-Lasting Steel or Aluminum Trim

In Summary Perimeter Trim gives you:

Perimeter Trim Defines

• Clouds

• Layered Ceilings

• Free-Form Ceiling Islands or Fascias

• Highlights Featured Locations

In previous slides we saw perimeter trim applications being used in:

Perimeter Trim Applications

• Office

• Retail

• Gaming / Entertainment / Hospitality

• Lobbies & Entryways

• Education, Airports, Government Buildings

We saw opportunities to use perimeter trim in:

Suspension Wire Design Tips

• Specify Hanger Wires to be Plumb, Straight and Neat

• Uniform Wire Turns

• Trim Pig Tails Close to the Vertical Wire

Suspension Wire Design Tips

Proper Hanger Wire Placement Requires Planning to Avoid Damaging the Panels when accessing the ceiling during Maintenance. For this particular System the wires were not placed in

the corners, in order to meet a minimum clearance requirement of 9” in the plenum space.

Suspension Wire Design Tips

• Painted To Match The Plenum Color

• Try Using 18 Gauge Wire

• Some Applications Can Utilize Aviation Wire With Crimping Sleeves

Other wire options include:

Aviation Wires

Aviation Wires

Detail showing Aviation Cable Structure mounting, and panel attachments.

Specialty Ceiling Seismic Considerations

• Are Mechanicals Involved

• Do They Attach To At Least One Wall

• Local Building Department Restrictions

• Assistance / Advise From The Manufacturer

Curved Ceiling Systems

• Combine Shape, Texture, and Lighting

• Visual Impact

• Heightened Aesthetics

• Creative Expression – Valleys, Vaults and Feature Islands

Curved Ceiling Systems create a dramatic three dimensional design that:

Curved Ceiling Systems

One Directional

Two Directional

Two Directional Curved Ceiling

A two directional ceiling filling the open area that is formed by Drywall Soffits. Note the clean penetrations by pendant lights.

One Directional Wave Ceiling

Examples of one directional waved ceilings. The Suspension Grid is exposed in only one direction, and the Panels are joined with concealed spine. The Panel size of these designs look to be 2’ X 6’. This system can be panel wide or could cover a ceiling wall to wall.

Vault Options And Custom Infill Panels

Here is a Two Directional Vault with a Custom Translucent in-fill panel with a Silk Screen pattern.

Mix Your System And Infill Options

This Entertainment space is a multi layered space with a

mixed use of curved and flat grid systems. Along with

Mixed infill use – Perforated Metal, Expanded Metal in sheer and louvered. Each

cloud with a different color grid as well.

Infill Panels

• Expanded Metal

• Solid Metal

• Translucent Options

• Perforated Metal

• Painted – Anodized – Steel – Wood Grain Finishes

Infill Panels are available in:

Curved Metal Systems

• Curved Main Tee Segments

• Optional Trim

• Infill Panels

• Reduce Labor Costs

• Two or One Directional Suspension

• No Exposed Cross Tee’s on One Direction

Metal Linear Systems Redefined

This linear metal system that has been around since the early 70’s, made current by

introducing a wave pattern.

Standard And Custom Options

This is the ATS (Automated Tram Station) at McCarran Airport in Las Vegas. This

application has a Custom Radius, with a perforated metal panel, and a Painted finish.

This slide also shows down lights, fire suppression, security penetrations and custom

reveal options used to supply air.

Standard Valleys And Custom Options

This slide shows another two directional wave system with alternating infill panels in

translucent and perforated metal

Direct Hung Drywall Suspension Systems

Drywall Suspension Systems Simplify the design and construction of curved drywall ceilings. In the detail rendering on the right you can see how easily curved and flat soffits and acoustical tile can easily transition by using compatible pre-engineered grid systems.

Direct Hung Drywall Suspension Systems

• Heavy Duty Suspension System

• 1-1/2” Flange for Easy Drywall Attachment

• Hot-Dipped Galvanized

• Fire Rated

Drywall Suspension has replaced the old black iron and hat channel systems with A Heavy Duty, modified T-bar suspension system that provides installation and design advantages for Flat and Curved Drywall Ceiling Systems. The Main Tee and Cross Tee’s have a standard 1 ½” face, and the material is made from standard hot-dipped galvanized body & cap. All Main Tees are Heavy-

Duty and Fire Rated

Direct Hung Drywall Suspension Systems

• Suitable for Interior and Exterior Applications

• Easy Changes in Ceiling Elevation and Transitions between Ceiling Types • Vaults, Valleys, & Domes

• Cost Effective

• ¼” – ½” – 5/8” Drywall

Component Parts

Component Parts: Pre-Engineered Vault and Valley Main Tee’s with different lengths and radius.

Determining components

90◦

90◦ 90◦

90◦

6’

6’

3’

3’

Manufacturer’s work from the construction documents. Two things are required to manufacture pre-curved drywall grid • The radius • The arc degree

Curved tee connection detail

8’ 9’6”

Flexible Design

This illustration shows you “How to get EXTRA Height” on projects where mechanical equipment creates challenges. Use pre engineered curved Main Tees as a Design element. Your client

receives extra height in the space and you create distinction easily and affordably.

Flexible Design

3-D rendering of the previous two conceptual slides.

Flex, Bend Your Design

Here Drywall suspension used to crate ribbon like bands gently bending side to side along the length. Note the flexibility of the drywall.

Curved – Flat – Suspension Trim

This Drywall Suspension was designed in layered free form Island Shapes painted with dramatic colors and Black Plenum beyond.

Open Cell Grid – Curved Trim

Drywall suspension in free form Islands with voids filled with open grid system painted 360 degree.

Barrel Vault With Light Cove

The Regent Auditorium at Pensacola Community College. This Vault was constructed with DWSS and is being

highlighted by a LIGHT soffit. The soffit could have been created with drywall suspension but

in this case it is a separate system used to include air.

Light Cove Detail - Grid

Light Cove Detail- light gauge steel framing

Domes Made Easy Through Technology

• New On Line Tools

• Know the Height / Width and Shape

• Exact Reproduction of Designs on the Job Site

Dome Component and Accessories

Dome Connector Plate Receives Curved Primary Tee’s Positioned at apex of dome

Main Tee to Main Tee Splice Used to attach curved tee to connector plate

Curved Main Tee’s are used as primary spokes on a radial arm Basis of Dome framework

Manufactured Components

Here is a very large Dome. Notice the main

tee placement (or primary spokes) and the

connecting cross tees. In this instance gypsum panels are being used. On smaller domes with

tighter radius it might be more advisable to stay

with plaster.

Special Acoustic and Lighting Solutions

In this DWSS example Special Acoustics and

Lighting were needed. The valley application was

designed to provide optimum acoustics. While the design

was selected for performance, economy, and ease of installation, it still provides a high level of

aesthetic appeal.

Project: Booker T. Washington Educational Facility – Miami, FL

Gypsum board formulated as a base for veneer plaster is attached to the drywall suspension system

Custom Curved Ceilings Break New Ground

• Islands

• Canopies

• Radial Ceilings

• New Shapes All based on Your Own Design Concept

Custom Suspension And Panel Options

This is the Central Dome at McCarran International Airport – This was a airport remodel. This project has custom suspension and custom metal panels.

Custom Perforations

Custom Perforations: Transform photographs, art and logos into perforated panels. Applications can be on ceilings or walls and can be positive or negative for backlighting.

Emphasize Design With Perforations

Emphasize Design with custom perforation patterns strengthening the aesthetic of the form. This is a Metal Ceiling with free form capability utilizing concealed suspension.

Perforations, Straight & Curved Trim With No Visible Suspension

The same grid-less suspension system with both straight and curved edge trim; no visible suspension and the complimentary perforation pattern.

Grid-less Metal Ceiling System

A Detail showing the concealed custom-fit carrier system along with matching perimeter trim, and individually fabricated panels.

The Desire to Design Curves to Meet a Wider Range of Performance Criteria

• Design A New “Wave” Ceiling That Achieves A “Softer” Look Than Metal

• Use Existing Suspension Systems • Take The Need For Lighting, Penetrations, Trim And

Height Variations Into Consideration

Curved Linear Wood Systems

Curved Linear Wood Systems offering a “softer” look.

Translucent Infill Panel

A softer look using Translucent infill panels in a 2 directional wave suspension.

Flat Suspension With Curved Lay In Panels

A softer cloud look using 2’ X 2’ suspension and preformed curved lay in panels forming a basket weave pattern.

Curved Lay In Panels Can Be Illuminated

Many patterns are possible using Positive and Negative panels forming something other than basket weave, They can be used for partial lighting. This Detail shows how to add depth to an

existing flat suspension grid by using the three dimensional pre-formed curved panels, you see on the left.

Wave Luminous Ceilings Are Possible

A fully engineered wave panel and suspension system with translucent panels and back lighting. The same suspension could be used with Opaque panels with up lighting or down

lights for a totally different look.

Multiple Options Working Together

An example of the same panel/suspension wave system designed to “marry’ a drywall soffit and complement the entire space with soft cloud like lighting.

Detail on the right showing the varying topography of the engineered grid and panels.

Expect More When You Consider Curved Ceilings

• The Ceilings Discussed are just the Beginning of Things to Come

• Clients Are Asking For Innovations Through Curves and Architects Can more Freely Add Them to Their Plans • Manufacturers and Computer Design Software Developers will continue to push the Curved Ceilings Envelope

Expect More When You Consider Curved Ceilings

• Thanks to Computer Design Technology and a Systems Approach, Curves Can Flow Anywhere and Everywhere

• Manufacturers Offer On-Line Tools to Assist the Design Professional

• Striking Innovative And Sophisticated Ceilings Keep Everyone Looking Up.

Curved Ceilings Can Take Many Directions

To Recap the varying systems….

Suspension Trim And Open Cell Suspension

Suspension Trim and Open Cell Suspension painted 360.

Shape And Pattern Can Be Dramatic

Shape and Pattern can be Dramatic with free form Grid-Less Systems and custom perforation patterns enhancing the design.

Highlight The Design Not The Suspension

Highlight the Design not the suspension. Let the design dictate the shape, function or finish. Create heightened drama with the perforation pattern. Use the perforations to compliment or

draw attention to the shape

Custom Vaults And Creative Lighting

Be creative with Custom Vaults and lighting . This is the Richmond Airport, with a Metal vault panel and a Saw tooth ceiling providing a creative lighting solution.

Directional Systems

Guide Pedestrian Traffic or Emphasize important areas with directional systems.

Many Finishes Are Possible

Course Quiz Password: 0ACS02DE

Wood grain, polished metal, expanded metals, opaque- translucent or other infill option. This is a plank system with matching trim/ metal panel with laminated finish.

Thank You

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