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!
Robert L. Wesley, a pioneering architect and beloved mentor, has died at age 88. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, Wesley joined Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in 1964 and became the firm's first Black partner in 1984. Throughout his career, he contributed to significant architectural projects while maintaining a strong commitment to civic engagement and professional mentorship.
The Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture is proud to celebrate a series of recent accomplishments by Dr. Jim Collard, Professor of Practice in the Division of Planning, Landscape Architecture, and Design, whose work continues to shape conversations around Indigenous economic development nationally and internationally.
University of Oklahoma Gibbs College of Architecture Dean Hans E. [PA1.1]Butzer returned to one of his most significant works on December 15, joining survivors and past and present board members for the groundbreaking of a $15.8 million expansion of the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum.
