A fusion of timeless elegance and modern innovation

By AEP Span & ASC Building Products. 

Achieving aesthetics as well as versatility through strategic planning and collaboration. 

Innovative design meets classic sophistication in this Charles Schwab building renovation. The design team's ambitious vision, brought to you by AEP Span  has redefined architectural standards in Tucson marrying functionality with stunning aesthetics. A choice that promises not only a visual upgrade but also long-lasting durability. 

The Charles Schwab building in Tucson, Arizona, stands as a testament to the transformative power of thoughtful design and high-quality materials. A recent full exterior renovation has reinvigorated this original 1975 structure, seamlessly blending functionality with appealing aesthetics. At the heart of this transformation is AEP Span’s Design Span® hp metal roofing panel in the color, Vintage® — a choice that elevates the building’s appearance and ensures long-lasting durability.  

A key goal of the design team (Repp + McLain Design & Construction) was to achieve an aesthetic upgrade that reflected their client’s modern and innovative vision. The 24ga Vintage color selection was an ideal fit to capture this objective. Vintage adds a timeless elegance to the building’s exterior, providing a look that is both classic and contemporary. The semi-translucent color allows the subtle character underneath the metal to be visible, providing depth and a distinct metallic sheen. 

In a striking display of versatility, the Design Span hp standing seam roof panels were ingeniously utilized as siding panels. The snap-together Design Span hp product is known for its high performance and architectural appeal. This creative application showcases the flexibility of AEP Span products, allowing architects and designers to think outside the box and apply materials in unconventional ways. The result is a distinctive facade that sets the building apart from its surroundings.  

Through strategic planning and collaboration, the Charles Schwab building renovation exemplifies the transformative power of modern architectural design. AEP Span’s Design Span metal panels in Vintage color played a pivotal role in bringing the project’s vision to fruition. This revitalization pays tribute to the structure’s history while celebrating the enduring beauty of contemporary architecture.  

Design Span® hp Metal Roofing is a performance-rated structural standing seam metal roof panel available in a flat or striated pan. This panel comes in various net coverages such as 12”, 16”, 17” and 18” and is excellent as a roof over metal or wood decking, as a fascia or mansard over plywood or supports. 

Original article source: AEP Span