The Smyth – Light Gage Steel Building
The Smyth is one of North America’s tallest pre-fabricated metal load-bearing wall panel projects. This L-shaped mixed-use, development features 12 stories of light gage steel framing, supported by a concrete transfer slab atop the 5-story concrete podium. In addition to designing the structural framework of the light gage steel levels, McLaren provided structural plans for the highrise’s 19,330 square feet of retail space and 5-level parking garage.
Constructed at 885 Washington Blvd in Stamford, CT, The Smyth offers a modern industrial chic aesthetic with walkable access to several shopping, dining and nightlife options from its center-of-town location. Totaling 17-stories of luxury 400+ residential units — the penthouse levels were engineered with 14 inch and 16 inch composite joists to span up to 35 feet while still limiting floor deflections and vibrations.