BōK MODERN

This St. Patrick’s Day, we’re celebrating by sharing a collection of BōK Modern projects featuring bold green finishes — showcasing how color can elevate architectural metal systems and enhance the built environment. Whether adding a vibrant accent or blending seamlessly with natural surroundings, green finishes reflect both creativity and a connection to nature. From perforated screens to custom guardrails and facade systems, these projects demonstrate how color, texture, and precision fabrication come together to create memorable architectural moments. Image 1: 2060 Folsom Image 2: 66 Galen St Image 3: Presidio Knolls School Image 4: Rancho Del Paso School Image 5: Congregation Rodef Sholom @briansperspective #BōKModern #ArchitecturalMetal #GreenDesign #StPatricksDay #ArchitecturalScreens #PerforatedMetal #FacadeDesign #ModernArchitecture #DesignInspiration

BōK Modern’s versatile B21 pattern is making its mark across a wide range of architectural applications! From wallscreens, fences, sunshades, stairs, trellises, to balconies, the B21 pattern seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with functional design. Its adaptability allows architects and designers to maintain visual consistency while addressing diverse project needs. Whether you’re looking to enhance privacy, provide sun protection, or add a striking visual element, the B21 pattern delivers durability, elegance, and versatility. Why choose the B21 pattern? ? Cohesive design across multiple applications ? Wide range of materials, finishes, and colors ? Precision-engineered for both form and function Let’s bring your next project to life with thoughtful, modern solutions. #BOKModern #B21Pattern #ArchitecturalDesign #ModernArchitecture #VersatileDesign #DesignInnovation #BuildingTheFuture #ArchitectureLovers

BōK Modern Wallscreen Systems: Innovative solutions for exteriors, parking garages, and vine screens. Our Wallscreens are designed with precision laser cutting, offering versatility in patterns, shapes, and colors. The integrated panel structure often reduces the need for secondary framing, with direct mounting options to slabs or existing structures. We're also proud to introduce our new Bracketless Garage Screen System, which mounts directly to the top of slabs or beams—no embeds or brackets required. Key Benefits: - Larger panels for longer spans between supports. - Natural ventilation for parking garages with patterns offering over 50% openness. - Supports climbing plants with our Vinescreens? system. - Effective sun protection for glazed areas. Staggered panel installation extends span distances, reducing secondary structure needs. Let’s create seamless, functional, and beautiful architectural solutions together.

Our team developed an innovative 3-story staggered scrim system that ‘hangs’ from a single structural row at the roof, requiring only minimal lateral support pins along the building’s facade. Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)’s custom diamond-patterned design, finished in white Kynar, adds a sophisticated illusion of depth, transforming the otherwise flat screens into a dynamic architectural feature that plays with light and shadow. Learn more about our Moscone project at the link, https://lnkd.in/eTyNxGJU Architects: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) and Mark Cavagnero Associates General Contractor: Webcor Project/ Construction Manager: San Francisco Public Works

NEW YORKERS – Join us for an engaging discussion on 9 Ways to Make Housing for People with David Baker and Amanda Loper of David Baker Architects, joined by Katie Swenson (MASS Design Group) and Brad Leibin (AIA New York | Center for Architecture). Explore strategies that prove thoughtful design—on any budget—can create vibrant, resilient homes and communities. We’re proud to sponsor this thoughtful conversation among industry experts and hope to see you there next week, February 26th, at 5:30 PM EST. Learn more about the event at the link, https://lnkd.in/eRF3j9_6

ICYMI – we manufacture and ship nationwide with facilities in California and Tennessee. We offer clients fast lead times across the U.S. To contact us about your next project, follow the link, https://lnkd.in/gwAbw-9f

In partnership with David Baker Architects, we developed a custom Cor-Ten? facade that transforms the exterior of this affordable housing complex into a design landmark with its striking weathered finish and textured patina. Blue Oak Landing highlights a future where creativity, collaboration, and community commitment drive the thoughtful design of affordable housing with quality materials built to last. Learn more at the link, https://lnkd.in/gw5iuwUv Architect: David Baker Architects Contractor: James E. Roberts-Obayashi Corp. Installer: SDV Services Video: Brian's Perspective Photography

NYC-area folks, join us on 26 February for a special event: 9 Ways to Make Housing for People: Design as a Multiplier of Good Come to meet and hear from Amanda Loper, AIA, LEED AP and David Baker, FAIA LEED AP of David Baker Architects ... in conversation with Katie Swenson (MASS Design Group) and Brad Leibin (Leibin Architecture, PLLC) ... at AIA New York | Center for Architecture. We are dedicating time for a discussion with the audience. I hope YOU will bring thoughts and questions about design, community engagement, housing, development, and policy. We are eager to engage emerging professionals and students, too. Special bonus for students: The first 15 students to arrive will receive a free copy of the book: 9 Ways to Make Housing for People (ORO Editions), by Loper, Baker, and Daniel Simons, FAIA. We are grateful to BōK MODERN (Lead Sponsor) for their support, and also to Fireclay Tile (Friend) for their support of this event. These suppliers have been an important part of many DBA projects. We also greatly appreciate the engagement of Head Hi, a very special book source and space in Brooklyn. (Thank you, Alexandra Hodkowski!) They will be offering book sales on site at the event. Thank you so much to the Housing Committee, especially Nicole Vlado Torres, AIA, NOMA and Brian Loughlin, AIA APA. This is a free event. Bring a mentee! Learn more (and register) here: https://lnkd.in/geddUdNB Questions? Let me know! #HousingForPeople #DesignIsAMultiplierOfGood Salmata Kaba

Making an impact with architectural metals in Seattle’s Africatown Plaza. “Standing tall in the heart of the Central District, the roots of this space run deep. It’s a home built for us, by us, with every line and detail echoing the rhythm, resilience, and beauty of Black life in Seattle while also reaching back to our ancestral lines in both architecture and design. Every wave and corner tell the stories of where we’ve been AND where we’re headed. The Plaza’s infinite patterns reflect the many infinite possibilities of what the future holds for our community and cast a vision of what it means to truly belong and find home.” – Africatown Community Land Trust We were honored to partner with the team that brought this project to life. Learn more about this project at the link, https://lnkd.in/gBfcr6qp

NYC-area folks, join us on 26 February for a special event: 9 Ways to Make Housing for People: Design as a Multiplier of Good Come to meet and hear from Amanda Loper, AIA, LEED AP and David Baker, FAIA LEED AP of David Baker Architects ... in conversation with Katie Swenson (MASS Design Group) and Brad Leibin (Leibin Architecture, PLLC) ... at AIA New York | Center for Architecture. We are dedicating time for a discussion with the audience. I hope YOU will bring thoughts and questions about design, community engagement, housing, development, and policy. We are eager to engage emerging professionals and students, too. Special bonus for students: The first 15 students to arrive will receive a free copy of the book: 9 Ways to Make Housing for People (ORO Editions), by Loper, Baker, and Daniel Simons, FAIA. We are grateful to BōK MODERN (Lead Sponsor) for their support, and also to Fireclay Tile (Friend) for their support of this event. These suppliers have been an important part of many DBA projects. We also greatly appreciate the engagement of Head Hi, a very special book source and space in Brooklyn. (Thank you, Alexandra Hodkowski!) They will be offering book sales on site at the event. Thank you so much to the Housing Committee, especially Nicole Vlado Torres, AIA, NOMA and Brian Loughlin, AIA APA. This is a free event. Bring a mentee! Learn more (and register) here: https://lnkd.in/geddUdNB Questions? Let me know! #HousingForPeople #DesignIsAMultiplierOfGood Salmata Kaba