University of Michigan Biomedical Science Research Building

University of Michigan Biomedical Science Research Building

University of Michigan Biomedical Science Research Building
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
CM/GC: Gilbane/Clark Joint Venture
Architect: Polshek Partnership LLP
Masonry Contract: $1.6 million
Year Completed: 2004
Description: When buildings are built at the University of Michigan, you can always assume there will be site restrictions. Tower cranes and hydraulic scaffold are a necessity. One unique feature of this project was the design of an elliptical addition that was clad in granite. Many hours of field dimensions and 3D computer-aided shop drawings were necessary in the fabrication and erection of the granite.