Monolithic Dome Roof for Gymnasium in Pecos, Texas by Brandon Briggs, editor, Pecos Enterprise   Local residents are enjoying the years of planning and work put in to improve the well-being of the community offered at the Reeves County Recreation Center in Pecos, Texas. The Rec, as it’s affectionately known, began as an idea among the county commissioners in early 2012. Though elected officials changed over the years, each court has had at least one torchbearer who refused to let the dream lose momentum. All photos courtesy of South Industries “A lot of this came before my time as commis ..read more

Handsplit Cedar Shakes for National Park in Southern Oregon by Ali Turner, editorial & multimedia manager   Surrounded by the Cascade Mountain Range, Crater Lake National Park is home to the deepest lake in the United States and is one of the most pristine spots on the planet. For two administration buildings located in the park’s headquarters, it was anything but calm waters, as roof deterioration had taken its hold. Worn wood shakes, damaged copper flashing, and compromised deck boards were affecting the structural integrity of the roof systems. DRI Inc., the contractor on the job ..read more

Yeti Snow Guards Help Protect South Dakota Church by Marcus Dodson, publisher   In Spearfish, South Dakota, the average snowfall is 70-1/2” a year. So, when Weather-Tite Exteriors was hired to reroof St. Joseph Catholic Church in the western part of the state, they knew a critical part of the project would be adding a dependable snow retention system. The skilled team started by removing batten metal panels from the church roof. The roofing contractors next installed 12 squares of TPO membrane followed by 173 squares of Vermont Slate Hail Proof EuroShield roofing. The slippery nature of t ..read more

Revitalizing an Iconic Landmark in Las Vegas, Nevada by Marcus Dodson, publisher   Circus Circus Hotel and Casino is the largest permanent circus in the world and even includes an indoor amusement park, making it one of the most well-known Las Vegas, Nevada, landmarks since its opening in 1968. In order to maintain its symbolic status on the strip, Circus Circus wanted to give its exterior a fresh new look. The roof, shaped as a circus tent, provided a technical challenge that required extensive planning for safety, design, and structure. After years in the blazing desert sun, the roof an ..read more

Clay & Concrete Roofing Adorn Hotel in San Juan Capistrano, California by Ann Iten, director of marketing, Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions   Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, a Marriott hotel, marries Spanish architecture with modern convenience. Offering 188 rooms, the four-star hotel celebrates the history of San Juan Capistrano, California, and the esteemed Spanish Mission just across the street. Its roof is central to accomplishing just that. “The Mission and the City of San Juan Capistrano are purposely infused into the design for this hotel,” said Scott Rutledge, senior p ..read more

New Metal Roof & Siding for American Indian Museum in Pendleton, Oregon by Marcus Dodson, publisher   The Tamástslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton, Oregon, tells the story of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla Tribes. These three American Indian Tribes have inhabited the Plateau region of the Pacific Northwest for more than 10,000 years and assisted the Lewis and Clark Expedition in the early 19th century. The 45,000-sq.ft. building houses exhibit space, meeting rooms, archives, a research library, and work spaces. The rounded wing of the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute is meant ..read more

Complex Reroof Relies on Watertight Underlayment in West Linn, Oregon by Ali Turner, editorial & multimedia manager   Renaissance Villas in West Linn, Oregon, is an upscale HOA neighborhood of 25 units throughout 12 buildings, with homes varying in size and style. The multifamily residential property required a reroof in early 2022 because the roofs were failing prematurely due to inadequate attic ventilation. Furthermore, the community’s residents were experiencing leaks stemming from improper installation practices in the original construction. Woodstock Construction, a full-service ..read more

Luxury High-Rise Complex in Denver, Colorado by Emma Nealy, marketing manager, Versico Roofing Systems   Created with busy professionals and young families in mind, 1919 at Mile High Apartments is a 12-story, 277-unit complex in Denver, Colorado. Located next to the home of the Denver Broncos Empower Field at Mile High, the luxury complex is also within walking distance of stores, restaurants, parks, and Downtown Denver. 1919 at Mile High Apartments offers residents a variety of amenities, including a rooftop pool and a fitness center with outdoor access. The project was developed, design ..read more

Historic Home Crowned with Beautiful Asphalt Shingles in Washington State by Ali Turner, editorial & multimedia manager   The Mason Home is located in the charming Eldridge Historic District of Bellingham, Washington, situated on a bluff overlooking picturesque Bellingham Bay. This historic neighborhood boasts a wide variety of stunning architecture, chief among them the Mason Home, a two-story Queen Anne-style home built in 1898 by Joseph R. Mason, director of the local Bellingham National Bank. All photos courtesy of PABCO Roofing Products In 2021, the owner of this single-family r ..read more

Cool, Sustainable, & Watertight Roof for Convention Center in Reno, Nevada by Marcus Dodson, publisher   The Reno-Sparks Convention Center in Reno, Nevada, boasts 600,000 sq.ft. of meeting space, making it the 39th largest convention center in the United States. The popular venue hosts numerous events year-round and needed to find a solution for its leaking roof. Two sections of the campus were roofed with 150,000 sq.ft. of TPO that was failing and leaking. With some important upcoming shows and events, including the Van Gogh Multimedia Experience, venue leadership knew that even one ..read more