Daniel Butko, AIA, Associate Professor in the Division of Architecture, and Zach Maggia, AIA, OU Alumnus and Architect with TAP Architecture were recently invited to present their ADALAC acoustic concrete research to the Oklahoma Chapter of the American Concrete Institute.
Their research on ADALAC (Acoustically Diffuse & Absorbent Lightweight Aerated Concrete) explores the relationship between material and geometry to use concrete in a different way. Dan and Zach began with some basic acoustical background and explained how the entire research project is based on data-driven design and material science.
The pair also recently presented their ADALAC research at the AIA Oklahoma Conference. They were also recognized as winners of ARCHITECT Magazine’s R+D Awards for their work with ADALAC acoustic concrete research.
Butko and Maggia will also present the research at the upcoming ACI Convention/Conference where the union of acoustical design and concrete development will be celebrated.
Congratulations to Butko and Maggia on their amazing research and continued recognition!
A project designed by Gibbs College of Architecture faculty member Austin Lightle has been selected for BuildFest 2026, a national art and architecture festival held at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in New York, on the historic grounds of the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival.
Two Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture alumni are helping shape recommendations that could influence affordable housing design and construction across Oklahoma.
The University of Oklahoma Libraries recently welcomed Carl Siegel as an Architecture Librarian and Archivist and Assistant Professor. In his role, Siegel supports students, faculty and staff across the Gibbs College of Architecture while also serving as archivist for the American School of Architecture Archives.
