VCU Institute for Contemporary Art

Update: The VCU Institute for Contemporary Art was named one of the “12 Most Anticipated Buildings of 2018” by Architectural Digest.  This honor is meant to highlight structures worldwide that “will create an identity for their home cities”.  The striking appearance and structural complexity of this building certainly meet this description.  Check out the article for more information.


Williams Steel Erection Co., Inc. is erecting the new Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University.  Detailed analysis was required to determine how to erect this complex sloped and curved structure which included a unique shoring and guying plan.  The steel was fabricated by Crystal Steel Fabricators. Construction progress can be tracked via webcam.

Here are some pictures of the steel erection: