Daniel Butko, AIA, Associate Professor in the Division of Architecture, and Zach Maggia, AIA, OU Alumnus and Architect with TAP Architecture were recently invited to present their ADALAC acoustic concrete research to the Oklahoma Chapter of the American Concrete Institute.
Their research on ADALAC (Acoustically Diffuse & Absorbent Lightweight Aerated Concrete) explores the relationship between material and geometry to use concrete in a different way. Dan and Zach began with some basic acoustical background and explained how the entire research project is based on data-driven design and material science.
The pair also recently presented their ADALAC research at the AIA Oklahoma Conference. They were also recognized as winners of ARCHITECT Magazine’s R+D Awards for their work with ADALAC acoustic concrete research.
Butko and Maggia will also present the research at the upcoming ACI Convention/Conference where the union of acoustical design and concrete development will be celebrated.
Congratulations to Butko and Maggia on their amazing research and continued recognition!
The Gibbs Design in Action Awards (GDAA) program, led by Dr. Wanda Liebermann, has announced its 2026–2027 funded student projects. The initiative supports design and research work that addresses social, cultural, and economic issues in the built environment through collaboration with faculty and community partners.
The OU Institute for Quality Communities (IQC) 2024 collaboration with the Historic Threatt Filling Station has been recognized in the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City's newly released Byways Report: The Scenic Route to Rural Prosperity – a story-driven publication exploring how road trip culture and place-based tourism can fuel economic growth in rural communities.
The Gibbs College of Architecture is pleased to announce that Camille Germany, Chief of Staff, has been named the 2026 recipient of the university-wide Jennifer L. Wise Good Stewardship Award.
