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July 13, 2026 • 600 Block

Three-Dimensional Façade Begins to Form for 645 Cleveland Street

Close-up of CNC bit cutting façade panel grooves.
The CNC router bit trims detailed grooves where multiple panel facets meet.

A custom fabrication mill is transforming flat aluminum composite panels into the three-dimensional forms planned for the exterior of 645 Cleveland Street. Using a CNC Using a CNC (computer numerical control) router, the team cuts precise grooves that allow each panel to fold into a pyramidal shape.

CNC router cutting grooves into a façade panel.

A CNC router cuts angled grooves into an aluminum composite panel for the 645 Cleveland Street façade prototype.

Worker inspecting folded aluminum façade prototype panel.
A CNC specialist lifts and inspects a folded prototype panel beside a completed pyramidal mock-up.

These prototype pieces test the panel shape, fold lines and fit before the finished panels are fabricated for installation.

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