I’m not sure if you noticed but there were some pretty loud noises emanating from the Lecture Hall construction site this week. You would think those noisy steel workers are getting paid by the decibel and they are looking at getting their money’s worth on this project. Well, next week should be very quiet compared to this past week’s activity. What am I thinking, it is quiet already because those workers are not here today.

The addition will really start taking shape next week as they will be pouring the concrete stem walls for the addition. If you are not sure what a “stem wall” is this illustration can help clear that up.
The only real difference on our project is we won’t be using wood studs or sheathing as shown in the illustration, but you get the picture. The footings for those stem walls were poured earlier this week.

They will also begin pouring the concrete deck for Lecture Hall 1. Lecture Hall 1 will be the biggest space and will have many more levels than the other three lecture halls. Some of the stepped levels will be created out of the metal decking, but additional levels will be constructed out of concrete poured over foam insulation. I know, it might be hard to believe. I assume most of you are most likely saying “WHAT?” to yourself. I will provide photos when the time comes. They should be very cool!

Also next week there may be some backfilling of grade around the building, but that will be brief. Rain is evident today, but the weather forecast for next week indicates dry weather, so hopefully our roofers will take the opportunity to make some great progress with their work.

That is it for now. Have a fantabulous weekend!

Cheers,
Tim