The Book Tower Lobby Bar, envisioned by ODA Architecture in NYC, began simply as an idea and a rendering. Allen Metals was hired for design assistance by C/B & Bedrock to develop detailed construction documents to fabricate this complicated structure. Allen Metals was also responsible for the engineering analysis to support not only the curved structure of the bar, but the curved beveled glass, cabinetry, and needs for both the kitchen and bar. The lobby bar posts, structure, decorative scalloped elements, interior structure, finish painting, and installation were all handled by Allen. The lobby bar was scanned, designed for fabrication, dry fit in Alabama, labeled, deconstructed, and
finally installed in the Book Tower in Detroit, Michigan