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The Living Planet Aquarium

The Living Planet Aquarium houses a variety of aquatic and terrestrial animals, ranging from marine and freshwater fish to penguins, amphibians, and birds. The building is divided into various habitats and tanks and themed to make the interior space more realistic. The use of tilt-up construction allowed for a large outer shell to be constructed efficiently, saving money for the exhibit spaces within.

Each panel was constructed with a unique band of relief form liners cut to varying curves that run seamlessly from panel to panel. The effect looks something like a ribbon winding around the structure, with inner tessellations reminiscent of fish scales. The exterior of the panels was also painted with light-and-dark blues to maximize the relief and hint at the ocean.

The Living Planet Aquarium goes to extensive measures to run sustainably. Conservation efforts include a water reuse system, high-efficiency windows, and LED lighting. Additionally, education is a major part of the aquarium's mandate. There are 3 large classrooms where children visiting on field trips can meet with marine biologists. The aquarium's outreach programs reach over 50,000 Utah students yearly.

 
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Project Location

Draper, UT 84020
United States

TILT-UP ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

The Tilt-Up Achievement Awards were established to honor projects that use site-cast tilt-up concrete to introduce new building types, advance industry technology and provide unique solutions to building programs. Winning entries illustrate the variety, beauty, and flexibility of tilt-up construction.

ACHIEVEMENT

2014

The world’s greatest tilt-up structures are featured by the TCA as Tilt-Up Achievement Award Winners. Learn more >

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Project Team (TCA Members)

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Engineer:
Dunn Associates
Leviat

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Total Floor Area:
136,000 sq ft (12,634 sq m)
Project Footprint:
80,000 sq ft (7,432 sq m)
Largest Panel:
756 sq ft (70.2 sq m)