College Park Elementary School

Virginia Beach, Virginia

College Park Elementary School is a modern-day model of education facilities. The 94,000 square foot, Net Zero and LEED Platinum certified school serves as a prototype for the Virginia Beach City School District. Dills Architects used Fabral Silhouette HCF Series wall panels in a rainscreen application. This durable exterior cladding resists the abuse of active school children and helps create a tight seal netting unprecedented energy efficiency.

College Park Elementary School operates at a 55% better performance rate than building requirements. As a rainscreen, metal panels provide a breathable membrane to keep moisture from getting trapped inside the wall. This allows for better energy efficiency and indoor air quality, crucial for educational environments.

Project Details

  • 94,000 square foot facility will serve as a prototype for future schools built in the district
  • 10,000 square feet of Fabral Silhouette HCF Series concealed fastener system
  • Metal wall panels serve as a rainscreen system, protecting the building for unprecedented energy efficiency
  • Corrugated aluminum applied to the wall adds to the contemporary design
  • Architect – DillsArcht, Clay Dills
  • Builder – McKenzie Construction
  • Installer – Roof Services Corp
  • Distributor – NB Handy

Color Details

The architect alternated colors in horizontal rows of metal wall panels – Bright Silver, a standard color, with custom color, Sierra White.


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Product Details

7/8″ Corrugated

Fabral Corrugated panels are classically designed exposed fastener panels with multiple coverage and spacing options to choose from. With exceptional durability and unlimited color options, any one of Fabral’s corrugated panels would be the perfect choice for function and creativity. The construction of corrugated panels allows them to follow every curve of your design where needed when installed vertically. And it’s suitable for use on both wall and roof applications. With corrugated panels your vision is limitless

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7/8″ Corrugated

Substrate Offering:
.032″ Aluminum .040″ Aluminum .050″ Aluminum 18 Gauge Steel 20 Gauge Steel 22 Gauge Steel 24 Gauge Steel 26 Gauge Steel
Panel Features:
Vertical & Horizontal Applications
Customizations Available:
Curving Options Mitered Corners Wall & Roof Variations
Maximum Panel Length: 45′
Minimum Panel Length: 6′

Silhouette HCF Series ™

With a range of profiles and configurations, this horizontal concealed fastener system meets design requirements for a variety of applications

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Silhouette HCF Series ™

Panel Options Available: Multiple Panel Profiles Designs with both 12″ and 16″ options
Substrate Offering:
.032″ Aluminum .040″ Aluminum .050″ Aluminum 18 Gauge Steel 20 Gauge Steel 22 Gauge Steel 24 Gauge Steel
Panel Features:
Factory Applied Sealant
Customizations Available:
Mitered Corners
Maximum Panel Length: 20′
Minimum Panel Length: 2′