Griffith Observatory, Hollywood, California
Shaw & Sons Concrete Construction
Shaw & Sons Concrete Construction
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Shaw & Sons Concrete Construction
SHAW & SONS, INC. 829 W. 17th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 TEL: (949) 642-0660
Griffith ObservatoryFront entry of renovated Griffith Observatory Griffith ObservatoryCompleted handicap ramp leading down to West Observation Terrace looking toward the famous Hollywood sign. Griffith ObservatoryExpansion foam installed at West handicap ramp. Griffith ObservatoryObservation Terrace complete. GriffithEast Observation deck displaying Shaw & Sons' "Dead Man" form system. Griffith ObservatoryBase material must be installed in 4" vertical lifts using the proper compaction equipment and techniques. Griffith ObservatoryMain entry at Astronomers monument. Griffith ObservatoryView of main entry pathways and fire lanes with original astronomer's monument and solar sytstem lawn model. Griffith ObservatoryShaw and Sons' unique form system the does not require drilling nor pinning through water-proofing. Griffith ObservatoryAll historical specified concrete is replaced 20' on center, checkerboard pours, with Speed Dowel reinforced joints. Griffith ObservatoryObservation Roof Deck completed with architectural concrete curbs in lace.




"I've enjoyed working with you and your company over the years and I have always trusted Shaw & Sons to deliver the best product when it comes to concrete finishes. I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for working with the recently renovated and expanded Griffith Observatory. Griffith Observatory is a beloved icon of Los Angeles and your work certainly played an integral part in making it a successful project. As always, I look forward to working with you on future projects."

Sammy Wong
Assistant Project Manager
Bureau of Engineering
Construction Management Division