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Industry News
Pergo Expands in Garner
Laminate flooring manufacturer Pergo AB is planning to add 33,000-sf to its Garner manufacturing plant. Slated for completion in December 2001, the $27-million expansion includes relocation of Pergo's Durham distribution center to an adjacent 180,000-sf facility at the Garner site. Pergo, formerly Perstorp Flooring Inc., is based in Sweden with U.S. headquarters in Raleigh, N.C. Pergo currently employs 108 workers at its Garner production facility which opened in 1996.
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Unveiled
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts is scheduled to open in December 2001. Designed by architect Rafael Vinoly, the $265-million facility features the 2,500-seat cello-shaped Verizon Hall with acoustics by Artec, Inc. Housing 650 seats and a turntable stage, the Perelman Theater contains an all-weather indoor plaza for free performances, studio and rehearsal space, a cafe and restaurant, and a gift shop.
Boston Medical Center Renovation Planned
Boston Medical Center has selected Boston-based RF Walsh Co. Inc. to renovate an 8-story, 66,000-sf former surgical building. The $14 million project, designed by Beacon Architectural Associates, will provide office facilities for departments including human resources, patient financial services and payroll.
Abu Dhabi Marine Plans New Headquarters
National oil firm Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Co. has contracted Jung/Brannen to provide interior design work on its new 650,000-sf headquarters in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
American National Fish and Wildlife Museum Design Completed
Design of the American National Fish and Wildlife Museum in Springfield, Miss. was recently completed by Cambridge Seven Associates of Cambridge. The museum will house over 160 species of wildlife, a 92,000-sf hybrid aquarium with a 30-ft waterfall, and a 90-ft long cave for flying bats.