8 Ways to Customize Your Steel Building
Think steel building systems can’t be customized? Think again!
Metal buildings are often thought to appear the same, but at Pacific Building Systems, we’ve spent over 60 years designing and engineering fully customizable steel building systems that balance aesthetics with functionality.
We believe that every steel structure, whether it is for a commercial retail space or an agricultural storage building, is a collaborative effort between our design team and you, resulting in a solution that allows you to create a structure that reflects your vision while delivering the strength and efficiency of steel.
Today’s advancements in steel engineering make customization easier than ever. Using digital tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM), we can create precise 3D models of tailor-made steel building solutions with a wide range of finishes and architectural details, ensuring every component fits perfectly while maintaining the strength and efficiency of steel.
Whether you need a Clearspan warehouse, a recreation center, or segmented offices for a business park, PBS has the ability and the expertise to deliver custom solutions directly to your build site.
Here are eight ways a steel building system from Pacific Building Systems can be customized to meet your needs today and can adapt for tomorrow.
1. Interior Layout and Space Planning
PBS steel building systems give you exceptional freedom when planning your interior layout. We offer three primary frame types: Clearspan, Multi-Span, and Single-Slope, each available in multiple dimensions and roof slopes to suit your needs.
For projects like churches, schools, and government facilities that require open sightlines and precise acoustics, we engineer supports that maintain clear views and allow for smooth movement throughout the space.
2. Color
Color is one of the most powerful ways to personalize your steel building system. PBS offers an extensive color chart featuring modern finishes that resist fading and chalking, ensuring your building looks vibrant for decades.
Choose from classic neutrals for a timeless appearance, bold colors that reflect your brand identity, or multi-tone combinations that add visual depth.
With PBS, your building can be both functional and visually striking, blending seamlessly with its surroundings while standing out as a reflection of your vision and purpose.
3. Exterior Finishes
The exterior of your building is frequently the first impression people will have of your business or organization, and PBS offers a wide range of design options to create a distinctive look that reflects your brand and enhances your property’s curb appeal.
Our wall panels are available in multiple profiles and gauges, allowing you to strike the perfect balance of performance and style, whether you prefer a sleek, modern aesthetic or a classic, traditional look. PBS can also integrate other exterior finishes such as wood, stucco, or stone to create a warm, inviting façade that blends beautifully with its surroundings.
With endless combinations of colors, trim packages, and accessories, we help you design a steel building system that is both durable and visually distinctive, reflecting your brand identity and elevating your property’s curb appeal.
4. Roofing
Roofing plays a significant role in both the performance and appearance of your steel building system. PBS offers a variety of metal roofing options, including PBR panels, Tuff-Rib panels, and Reverse Rolled PBR panels, each designed for strength, water shedding, and long-term durability.
These systems are engineered to withstand the elements while maintaining a clean, professional appearance for years to come. With PBS, your roofing choices are more than functional; they are key elements that define the character and longevity of your steel building.
5. Structural Additions and Building Accessories
PBS steel building systems are designed for flexibility, allowing you to expand your building’s capabilities far beyond four walls and a roof.
Mezzanine floors create valuable office or storage space without enlarging the footprint, while overhead crane systems support heavy-duty industrial operations. Architectural features, such as fascias, canopies, and extended eaves, add weather protection and visual appeal.
A notable example is the I&E Construction Operations Building in Woodburn, OR, which features internal crane supports and a mezzanine to enhance workflow efficiency.
PBS also offers a full range of building accessories, including skylights, ventilators, gutters, downspouts, and trim packages, that integrate seamlessly with your building system. These upgrades not only enhance performance and efficiency but also create a polished, professional finish that adds to the overall value of your investment.
6. Insulation and Climate Control
Insulation is one of the most effective ways to improve energy efficiency and comfort in your steel building system. PBS offers a variety of customized insulation options designed to regulate temperature, reduce energy costs, and meet building code requirements.
From fiberglass blanket insulation to insulated metal panels, our solutions help maintain a consistent indoor environment throughout the year.
7. Doors for Every Application
Doors play a critical role in the functionality and flow of your steel building system. PBS offers a comprehensive range of door solutions tailored to meet your specific needs and we also partner with suppliers to provide overhead doors ideal for warehouses, automotive shops, and manufacturing facilities, as well as walk-through doors for safe and convenient personnel access.
For large-scale applications, PBS can acquire multiple hangar door systems, including bi-fold, hydraulic, Norco stack, Horton stack, and sliding doors, all designed for durability and ease of use.
8. Windows and Natural Light
Windows are one of the most impactful ways to transform a steel building system into a bright and welcoming space. PBS helps you plan window placement that balances aesthetics, functionality, and energy efficiency.
Options include fixed and operable windows, clerestory windows for upper-wall daylighting, and full-height glass storefront systems, all designed to achieve a professional look.
Adding skylights or translucent wall panels further reduces the need for artificial lighting, thereby cutting energy costs and creating an uplifting environment that is ideal for schools, retail spaces, and offices.
Window framing and trim can be color-matched to your exterior panels for a cohesive design, and insulated glass options help maintain comfort while meeting building codes. Our commercial steel building solutions demonstrate how strategic window placement improves curb appeal, safety, and occupant experience.
To summarize, you can design and customize your building to suit your unique needs and specifications when you work with the experienced team at Pacific Building Systems.
Our experienced design team works closely with you to create the ideal building tailored to your specific needs, offering options for doors, windows, vents, and other accessories.
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