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Best International Building Structure
The Latter Day Saints Tijuana Temple, located in Tijuana, Mexico, is a testament to intricate architectural design and advanced engineering. Designed by CRSA and engineered by ARW Engineers, this project utilized 285 precast concrete panels and 80 GFRC panels, covering a total of 56,000 square feet. The temple’s design aimed to replicate the traditional white stucco facade common in Mexican architecture, while providing the durability and longevity required for such a significant structure.
The temple’s facade features a combination of Architectural Precast and GFRC, both chosen for their ability to mimic plaster while offering enhanced durability. Thousands of visitors will experience the temple’s beauty, strength, and enduring design over the years. The entrance is adorned with three ornate arches reaching two stories high, showcasing the intricate detailing achievable with precast solutions. The first three floors and lower roof are made of precast, while the entire tower above the lower roof is constructed from lightweight GFRC. The spire is flanked by GFRC scrolls at each corner, demonstrating the material’s versatility and ability to create ornate shapes.
Innovative precast concrete panel design eliminated the need for interior wall mounts, with panels featuring two-sided exposure and strategically placed joints for minimal visibility. CNC (Computer Numeric Control) technology was employed to produce precise forms necessary for casting the scrolled panels. Translating an electronic 3D image for a CNC robotic cutting machine ensured precision accuracy for the negative form to create the finished panel. This project highlights the ability to create intricate shapes in both precast and GFRC, showcasing the versatility and craftsmanship of Willis Construction.
The use of GFRC for the upper tower and spire not only reduced the overall weight of the structure but also maintained the aesthetic consistency with the lower precast elements. The panels’ high strength and durability ensure long-lasting performance, while their lightweight nature simplifies installation and reduces structural load.
The Latter Day Saints Tijuana Temple project received the 2015 PCI National Award and the 2017 PCI National Sid Freedman Craftsmanship Award for Panel Design, recognizing its excellence in design and execution. This project underscores Willis Construction’s expertise in delivering high-quality, aesthetically pleasing, and durable precast solutions for religious structures.
By combining advanced technology with traditional architectural elements, Willis Construction successfully brought the temple’s design vision to life. The Latter Day Saints Tijuana Temple stands as a beacon of architectural innovation and craftsmanship, demonstrating the transformative potential of precast and GFRC panels in modern religious architecture.
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