HDI’s Optik™ Shoe at Research Plaza
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At Research Plaza in Rockville, MD, HDI redefined circulation spaces with its innovative railing system. The Optik™ Shoe provided a robust, discreet glass railing solution that refined the building’s modern design while ensuring structural integrity.
Railing System: Optik™ Shoe
Location: Rockville, MD.
Architect: Rokk Architecture
Contractor: Kane Construction
A Design-Forward Approach
Architects will appreciate the minimalistic approach, clear glass guardrails at the mezzanine and unobtrusive shoe railings in the rotunda stairwell underscore modernity and precision. HDI’s Optik™ Shoe uses a stainless steel covered channel to discreetly support the glass panels, seamlessly merging form and function.
Technical Excellence with HDI’s Optik™ Shoe
The system utilizes 9/16” thick laminated tempered glass with an SGP interlayer, ensuring durability and safety without compromising on aesthetics. This high-end structural glass railing solution not only meets strict building codes but also offers the potential for LEED credits, reflecting HDI’s dedication to sustainable design and manufacturing practices.
Impact on the Project
HDI’s active involvement—from the initial site visit through final installation—ensured that every detail was executed to perfection. As a result, this is a railing system that marries form and function, providing both an architectural highlight and a practical safety solution.
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