Award winning Scioto Peninsula’s metal skywalk

The creative use of perforated metal and angular supports in this metal skywalk’s design resulted in an attractive addition to its surroundings.

The Scioto Peninsula is a new neighborhood in downtown Columbus near the bend of the Scioto River, located close to the central business district and the historic Franklinton neighborhood. Phase I is now open, offering beautiful views of Columbus’ skyline and the Scioto River. This first phase includes office spaces, a premier hotel, resort-style residential living and exceptional shopping and dining experiences. It is a walkable and bikeable community, with easy access to the river for canoeing and kayaking. Many parks and other green spaces add to the neighborhood’s amenities.

A metal skywalk was installed to connect two buildings within the Scioto Peninsula. The creative use of perforated metal and angular supports in the skywalk’s design resulted in an attractive addition to its surroundings. While protecting from the rain overhead, the perforated side panels allow for air circulation and sightlines, creating a feeling of openness and continuity while moving from building to building.

This skywalk recently ranked first place in the ribbed single skin wall panels category in the Metal Construction Association’s 2024 Design Awards. It also took first place in ATAS’ project of the year competition, in the accents category.

Perforated Belvedere 7.2” rib panels in black were installed by Wolfrum Roofing Exteriors. The architect was Moody-Nolan, and the distributor was ABC Supply Company. The Belvedere 7.2″ rib wall panel is structural in nature and can be installed either on solid substrate or open framing. It offers design freedom for all types of buildings and can be installed vertically or horizontally with exposed fasteners.

About ATAS International, Inc.

Founded in 1963, ATAS International, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, wall cladding, ceilings, perimeter edge metal and accessories. The ATAS portfolio features an expansive selection of products available in aluminum, steel, zinc, stainless steel and copper. Standard profiles include narrow and wide ribbed wall panels, corrugated styles, standing seam and batten seam roof systems, metal shingles, shakes, tiles and more. Additional options include curved, tapered and perforated panels; concealed or exposed fasteners; smooth or embossed textures; horizontal and vertical applications; and a choice of over 40 stock colors with 70% PVDF finish.

With sustainability at the forefront of modern building design, ATAS proudly supports green building objectives with high performance solutions, such as solar-ready roof panels, insulated metal panels, cool roofing products and solar air heating wall panels. The ATAS team consists of product and market specialists that provide a high level of support for your project, from initial discovery and design to installation. ATAS has two ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing locations in the United States: the headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania and their facility in Mesa, Arizona. ATAS also has a second location in Allentown, Pennysylvania and recently added a new manufacturing location in University Park, Illinois. For more information about ATAS International, please visit www.atas.com or call 610.395.8445. To learn more about Techo Tile, visit www.atas.com/products/metal-roofing-systems/tiles/techo-tile.