The Kimbell Art Museum opened in 1972 by world famous architect Louis Kahn. The water feature built in 1972 started to show signs of wear and tear after 35 years of operation. In 2008 GPSI was approached to assess the curent conditions and formulate a plan to update the existing MEP, pumps, controls and treatment systems. The decision was made to renovate with an emphasis on maintaining the original design intent. This meant a complete overhaul of all things mechanical that had corroded from the inside such as treatment and pumping systems that had served their time and were ready for significant updates. The water features are large rectilinear raised basin structures, each with a total weir length of 130'. The water display from the upper basin falls 3' to the lower basin in a very smooth, sheer sheet fall effect. Both features are separated by a walkway, one mirroring the other. The finish on each of the basins is a terrazzo exterior with a precast concrete weir edge and inlaid aggregate bottom.
Partners: Architect: Harper-Brawner, LLC | General Contractor: GPSI
Location: Fort Worth, TX (DFW)
Completion Date: 2013
Categories: Hospitality / Civic
Type of Fountain: LED lights, waterfall
