Most Innovative Design Award
December 1, 2022
The Pikes Peak Visitor Center, formerly the Summit House, stands at an altitude of 14,115 feet above sea level and can experience temperatures as low as -39 F.
This project showcases the collaboration of several experts to design and install a lightning protection system in an extreme environment. We commend Michael Riggs on his efforts to bring in a lightning protection expert early in the project to outline considerations and recommendations.