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Missoula Credit Union, MT
Santa Clause House, AK
Alaksa
Project Type Commercial | Retail
Year Completed 2018
SIPS Used 12" Roof
Sustainable Features Premier SIPS
Architect Jantz Architects
Contractor Spenard Building Systems
Project Overview
Santa Claus House
End Use: Tourist destination & retail shops in the North Pole, AK. Originally built in 1952, as a trading post thirteen miles south of Fairbanks, in an area newly dubbed the "North Pole." The destination was in need of expansion and modernization, after 65 years of welcoming millions of visitors from all over the world.
Why SIPs?: In the coldest parts of winter in Alaska, energy efficiency for reduced operating costs was key with this addition.
Benefits of SIPs: Energy efficiency for harsh winters and reduced operating costs are key. The build time was also short in the summer so speed of installation was necessary to complete the addition and renovation by the holiday/tourist season.
Client Comments:
"Along with the addition of a new wing - the destination also gained an updated 42-foot tall, 900-pound, three-dimensional Santa Claus statue (originally installed in 1978 for just $4,500), perfectly placed just outside the store to welcome both the young and young-at-heart to Santa Claus House."
"Letters are answered and received from this key holiday destination where many are addressed: Santa, The North Pole."
"Santa Claus House has also received international recognition and publicity from writers, newspapers, and television programs the world over. For over 65 years, each Christmas season thousands flock to visit the Santa Claus House each year."
"Letters are answered and received from this key holiday destination where many are addressed: Santa, The North Pole."
"Santa Claus House has also received international recognition and publicity from writers, newspapers, and television programs the world over. For over 65 years, each Christmas season thousands flock to visit the Santa Claus House each year."
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