Honolulu Museum of Art
Honolulu, Hawaii
Client: Honolulu Museum of Art
Project Duration: August 2024 – October 2024
Project Manager: Jason Simms
Contractor: Pono Construction Group, Kapili Roofing
Scope & Systems
- Removal: Aged asphaltic sheet-applied waterproofing
- Replacement: 20-Year liquid-applied system beneath pedestal and paver assembly
- AVM Systems Used:
- AVM Epoxy Primer 401
- AVM Aussie Membrane 520 PRO
- AVM System 620
Construction Process Overview
- Crack chasing and surface preparation
- Extensive concrete repairs
- Structural reinforcement
- Primer + membrane + traffic coating system application
Challenges & Solutions
- Severely deteriorated deck conditions
- Multiple contractors/manufacturers declined the project
- AVM’s field team and contractor partnership overcame structural issues using expert repair techniques and proven products
Results
- Successful restoration of one of the most structurally demanding decks encountered
- Installed a durable, high-performance waterproofing and traffic-bearing system
Design Integration
- Design goal: Preserve structural deck integrity while maintaining the original architectural paver layout
- Liquid-applied AVM systems allowed seamless reinstallation of pedestal and paver assemblies
System Selections & Benefits
| System | Purpose | Design Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| AVM Epoxy Primer 401 | Substrate Conditioning | Optimal adhesion under repair conditions |
| AVM Aussie Membrane 520 | Flexible Waterproofing Membrane | Liquid detailing around complex penetrations |
| AVM System 620 | Traffic-Grade Waterproofing | Long-term durability beneath pavers |
Technical Collaboration
- Engineers and installers collaborated closely to adapt detailing to onsite structural surprises
- AVM technical team provided onsite guidance and product sequencing plans
Outcome
- Structure rehabilitated without altering surface design
- 20-Year warranted protection with AVM products
- Aesthetic and functional integrity retained
Project Objective
To remove the aging, failed sheet-applied asphaltic waterproofing and replace it with a 20-Year liquid-applied waterproofing system beneath the existing pedestal and paver assembly.
Owner Goals
- Long-term deck protection
- Avoid disruption to museum operations
- Quick turnaround and allow the deck to be turned over within just 12 hours!
Key Challenges
- Structural damage and cracking
- Concrete deterioration
- Few vendors willing to take on the complexity
AVM Solutions Delivered
- AVM Epoxy Primer 401: Enhanced adhesion on compromised substrate
- AVM Aussie Membrane 520 PRO: Liquid membrane for adaptable, seamless coverage
- AVM System 620 Vehicular: High-durability coating for traffic-bearing surfaces
Value Delivered
- A reliable, warrantied waterproofing system
- Extended building life span
- Peace of mind from using field-proven AVM technology
