Building 430 was an old warehouse that was converted into office spaces
The project included excavating approximately 2 1/2 feet from the inside of the building and inserting structural steel and hollow core deck to achieve two levels
Awarded Phase III through public bid process, construction started fall 2016
Thammavong Artworks, in association with Metro Arts Alliance of Greater Des Moines
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The 50 foot long sculpture, entitled "Birds of a Feather," hangs from the ceiling in the baggage claim area of the Des Moines International Airport.
It is led by a painted metal gold finch with an 8 foot wingspan. The finch is trailed by over 2,000 small birds that were painted by families during the Des Moines Arts Festival