The “convening stair” has now been installed in Jackson Library’s tower. This is an exciting step in the renovation process. As this area continues to develop, there will be additional designs added to the wall and railing to complete the staircase. Early feedback indicates excitement related to the “look and… Continue reading…
For this week’s Renovation Review, we wanted to give our readers a chance to see some of the design finishes being considered behind the scenes! The library renovation will bring about lots of new elements, including carpets, millwork, and tile (as you can see in the photo below). Campus staff and… Continue reading…
For this week’s Renovation Review, we are updating readers regarding progress on the replacement of all tower windows! The number to know is 806, which is the number of windows in the tower that will have to be removed and reinstalled. This includes water testing on each window to ensure there… Continue reading…
University Libraries Dean Michael Crumpton and Assistant Dean for Teaching and Learning Amy Harris Houk were able to visit the tower side construction site recently and captured some great pictures. We hope you enjoy the inside look!
This week, we’re excited to bring you an update related to the “convening stair” that will be a new visual focal point in the library tower. As you can see from the photos below, the staircase has been delivered and is in the process of being installed. This staircase is… Continue reading…
National Women in Construction Week took place during Spring Break, so this week we’re bringing you a few facts about women in construction, thanks to Skanska USA Building, Inc.’s own Emmalee Morris (Project Manager):
Exciting infrastructure work continues in the Jackson Library tower. These are essential upgrades that will contribute to sustainability and life safety for all library users. On the upper floors, new ducts and electrical fixtures are being put into place. Piping for the all-new sprinkler system is also being fitted; this… Continue reading…
Observers may have noticed a new structure being built onto the side of Jackson Library’s tower. This is related to the construction of “The Perch,” a new study space on the second floor of the tower. The space is specifically designed to showcase the natural beauty of UNCG’s campus from… Continue reading…
For this week’s Renovation Review update, we will explore the impact of last week’s snowstorm and how adjustments are made by construction crews during inclement weather. We have had several questions about renovation operations during situations like the one last week. Activities related to construction on the library tower site… Continue reading…
This week’s Renovation Review post is an excerpt from a recent story that appeared in the newsletter of the Martha Blakeney Hodges Special Collections & University Archives (also known as SCUA). We’re reposting parts of it here with permission, but we encourage readers to view the full post for more… Continue reading…
