2002 WBC Craftsmanship Awards Winners

  (Please note that   Star Awards Nominees are indicated with a Black Star and Star Awards Winners are indicated with a Red Star )

Sitework
Underpinning, Foundations and Excavations

William Jordan, Robert Kirby, Jim Landis, Cherry Hill Construction, Inc.
Tony Franklin, Vic Garza, Jerry Smith, Clark Foundations, LLC
Project:  Georgetown University Southwest Quadrangle, Washington, DC
Architect:  Einhorn Yaffee Prescott Architecture & Engineering, P.C.
Engineer:  Cagley and Associates, Inc.
General Contractor:  The Clark Construction Group, Inc.
With only one access road for construction and University traffic, removal of site fill during the excavation process proved to be quite a challenge. Through extensive scheduling and coordination efforts with the University and area residents, these craftsmen ensured that traffic flowed smoothly in and out of the University at all times. During the excavation process, which removed 300,000 cubic feet of material, several other challenges were encountered, one of which was that the site contained contaminated debris as deep as 50 feet below grade. Excavators also came upon a large amount of rock during the process. A number of sheeting and shoring methods were required to deal with the challenges presented by mixed soil and rock levels. Foundations were also completed carefully and successfully without any interruptions to University life.

Landscaping (interior & exterior)

Leroy Barton, Richard Estep, Bruce Henderson, Larry Winters, TruGreen
Project:  Chevy Chase Bank Headquarters, Bethesda, MD
Architect:  Brennan Beer Gorman Monk
Engineer:  Tadjer Cohen Edelson Associates, Inc.
General Contractor:  The Clark Construction Group, Inc.
The facility's outdoor plaza offers the surrounding area a peaceful and beautifully landscaped setting. Approximately four feet below the finish grade is the structural slab. Beneath the plant beds are layers of gravel, sand, and soil necessary for drainage purposes. In addition, the four feet allow ample room for root growth. The placement of the trees brought a challenge of its own. Because they were transplanted full-grown, it was necessary to use a crane. Beautiful large urns, plants and tall trees, an aesthetically pleasing sound wall, and teak benches give the site the feeling of a remote location.

Metals
Structural Steel Framing

Jimmy DuBois, Jim Larson, Gary Mattox, Steve Pilipauskis, Rob Pollock, Donnie Willson, L. R. Willson & Sons, Inc.
Project:  Washington i Center, Washington, DC
Architect:  Group Goetz Architects
Engineer:  Theobold and Bufano Associates
General Contractor:  Tishman Realty & Construction Corporation
The structural steel was pre-fabricated and erected inside the existing facility after completing major structural demolition from the foundation to the third floor. These craftsmen erected over 100,000 square feet of heavy structural steel framing and decking within a confined space that allowed only 35 feet of headroom and one point of access. In addition, they erected a new 15,000-square-foot roof deck, columns and wind bracing which all fastened back into This set of stairs was constructed with stainless steel, glass and stone. The attention to detail and high level of craftsmanship coordination gave this project a matchless aesthetic quality to the existing concrete superstructure. This challenging work (and more) was completed on time within a 47-day schedule.

Rashad Jaber, Scott Lindsey, Terry Pott, Chris Sherman, Artin Tatarian, Hagop Tatarian, Milestone Tarant, LLC
Project:  E-Trade Bank, Arlington, VA
Architect:  Studios Architecture
Engineer:  Shenberger Associates
General Contractor:  The Clark Construction Group, Inc.
A new stair atrium was created from this facility's 11th to its 16th floor. Before the existing concrete slab was removed at each floor level, the existing steel girders at column lines three and four were reinforced to carry the new loads of the stair. New beams and columns along lines A and B were installed to frame the slab opening and also provide support for the new stair. Each aspect of this project, through final setting of the stairs, was completed with painstaking attention to detail and the highest levels of craftsmanship.

Ornamental Metal

Joe Lawrence, Terry Morales, Ted Tatro, Big D Metalworks
Project:  L.E.C.G., Washington, DC
Architects: Group Goetz Architects
Engineer: Goughnour Engineering, PC
General Contractor:  HITT Contracting Inc.
This set of stairs was constructed with stainless steel, glass and stone. The attention to detail and high level of craftsmanship coordination gave this project a matchless aesthetic quality.

James Brooks, Jaime Espita, Kim Kinne, Bob Macey, Walter McVarish, Rocky Sammons, Milestone Metals, Inc. in cooperation with Offenhauser
Project:     Gannett/USA Today Headquarters, McLean, VA
Base Building Architect:  Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, PC
Engineer:  CBM Engineers, Inc.
General Contractor:  The Clark Construction Group, Inc.
In an effort to create a breathtaking work of art for the building's atrium lobby, a grand staircase was designed which would later be nicknamed the Harp Stair. This intricate structure is comprised of more than 1,000 pieces of stainless and carbon steel, and stands at the northeast corner of the lobby. Another impressive site in the atrium lobby is the bridge, a magnificent combination of stainless steel, glass and marble. It spans over 60 feet long and hovers two stories above ground. Attention to detail and completion of a high-quality finished product merit recognition for these outstanding craftsmen.

Star Award Winner for Technical Excellence

Additional winners
Concrete - Doors & Windows - Electrical - Finishes - Masonry - Mechanical  - Metals - Sitework - Special Construction - Woods & Plastics

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