Gorilla World Exhibit Fabrication at Cincinnati Zoo

March 17, 2018
An image shows the inside of the Cincinnati Zoo Gorilla World exhibit, which includes simulated rockwork boulders, faux trees, vines, and trunks.

After three years of planning and fundraising and two years of construction, the new Gorilla World has opened to the public. The project’s first phase included outdoor modifications that allowed for the new gorilla building. To further accentuate the exhibit’s rolling topography, the renovated exterior space showcases refinished rock, additional new simulated rockwork, authentic-looking vines,…

Read More

Exhibit Fabrication for the Wonders of Wildlife National Museum Grand Reopening

February 19, 2018
A look inside a large saltwater aquarium filled with fish, rocks, coral, and sand at the Wonders of Wildlife aquarium museum.

In October 2017, the newly expanded and remodeled Wonders of Wildlife Museum reopened to the public. The facility was recently recognized as the Best New Attraction in the USA Today 2017 poll. The enlarged 340,000-square-foot living museum includes both dioramas and a live collection of over 35,000 animals from around the world. The aquarium has…

Read More

Rockwork and Water Features at Metalcraft

November 3, 2017
Metalcraft

Metalcraft’s desire to rebrand their new Mayville property offered an opportunity for LeRosa Landscape, COST of Wisconsin, Inc., and the client to develop an aesthetic and functional fix to the site’s topographical changes. Simulated Rockwork, Water Features, and Landscaping at Metalcraft The team developed a collaborative approach during the project preconstruction phase to beautify the property…

Read More

Arctic Tundra Exhibits at the Lincoln Park Zoo

October 10, 2017
A view inside the Arctic Tundra polar bear exhibit at the Lincoln Zoo. A public viewing area looks into the pool, half above and half under water, where the polar bears can swim in cool blue water.

The Lincoln Park Zoo recently opened the new $15 million Walter Family Arctic Tundra exhibit to the public. The new 11,000-square-foot zoological park exhibit includes both wet and dry Polar Bear habitats. The main view windows provide guests with a split view from underwater and into the dry exhibit space from the same vantage point.…

Read More

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital Water Feature

June 28, 2017

The new 470,000-square-foot Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital will be opening its doors to patients. Unlike most hospitals, Northwestern is situated on over 120 landscaped acres with hiking and biking trails linked to nearby trails. The natural beauty of the campus is enhanced with this new iconic entry water feature which includes a boardwalk for patients…

Read More