Elevating Las Vegas with CityCenter
Las Vegas in the U.S. state of Nevada, known for its constant pursuit of bigger, brighter, and taller endeavors, has achieved a remarkable transformation with the introduction of the "CityCenter." Spanning nearly 1.7 million square meters, this ambitious project redefines the city's landscape. Comprising six striking buildings designed by world-renowned architects, CityCenter stands as a modern and dazzling addition to the iconic desert city's skyline.
The Crystals: Beating Heart of CityCenter
At the core of this remarkable development lies "The Crystals," a 46,450-square-meter city and entertainment center that serves as the beating heart of CityCenter. Boasting around 85 dining and retail establishments, The Crystals is a visionary creation by the renowned New York-based Studio Daniel Libeskind. This architectural masterpiece consists of an underground parking garage, three levels of retail spaces, and a truly unique roof structure that fuses 13 flat roofs with six arcade roofs. Notably, the arcade roofs incorporate skylights, infusing the opulent interior with natural light and contributing to the overall allure of the space. Daniel Libeskind himself describes The Crystals as "a forward-thinking shopping experience of the 21st century, celebrating public life and combining retail and entertainment with the ambiance of a modern neighborhood."
Kalzip's Innovative Roofing Solutions
The exterior of the building complex is just as striking as its interior, making a lasting impression on passersby. The construction of CityCenter was a monumental feat, involving a staggering 50 million construction hours, thousands of slanted columns, and 16,455 individually crafted, diagonally overlapping steel elements. These elements came together in perfect harmony to create the distinctive roof shape, where different roof structures intersect at various angles, culminating at the building's pinnacle. Such a complex and extravagant construction called for a flexible roofing system that imposed no architectural limitations and offered maximum design freedom. This is where Kalzip, known for its innovative roofing solutions, played a pivotal role, with their products being made accessible through Exterior Technologies Group, a trusted reseller.
Kalzip's Contribution to CityCenter
A total of 4,924 square meters of on-site fabricated aluminum standing seam profiles from Kalzip were meticulously installed by skilled craftsmen. These profiles were strategically placed beneath the roofing system of The Crystals, ensuring that this "city within a city" nestled between the Bellagio and the renowned Monte Carlo Resort will leave an enduring mark on the mesmerized visitors for years to come. Kalzip's additive roofing system not only met but exceeded the exacting requirements of this grand architectural endeavor, emphasizing its commitment to providing top-tier roofing solutions for visionary projects like CityCenter in Las Vegas, made accessible to the project through their reseller, Exterior Technologies Group.