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Dallas Convention Center

Location

Dallas, Texas

Size

1,400,000 sq. ft.

Design Architect

SOM

Architect of Record

HKS

Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas Convention Center

 
The exhibition floor is protected from vibration from six roadways and four train lines below by spring isolators
 
The roof is a structural steel frame hung from 2- 400' twin 50' tall parabolic arch trusses
 
 
The exhibition floor is a 400' x 400' column free space design to support 350 lbs. per square foot live load

Engineering the vision for the world's largest, column-free exhibition space

Dallas’ convention center is unique in that it has taken a beautiful George Dahl facility, expanded it to create a modern venue, and built upon Dallas’ heritage of strength, innovation, and leadership. The facility and its improvements through the decades underscore the enduring quality of excellence in architectural and engineering design.

Datum provided structural expertise throughout the many expansions and renovations of the convention venue, spanning 5 decades.

Awards

2003 AISC Engineering Excellence Awards - Award of Merit
Juror Comment: "The use of large-scale pipe (48") for the primary structure is excellent."

Consulting Engineers Council of Texas - Eminent Conceptor Award (outstanding engineering accomplishment of the year)

Certified LEED Silver EB
 

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