PHOTOS: Installation of Blue Sheeting Begins on Facade of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

Shannen Ace

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PHOTOS: Installation of Blue Sheeting Begins on Facade of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

The facade of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT has been mostly enclosed with wood paneling, which means synthetic sheeting is the next layer to be placed.

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The blue synthetic underlayment already covers the roof of the building where (we think) solar panels will eventually be installed.

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The stairs leading up to the roof have been removed, which indicates work is done there until further notice.

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Scaffolding is visible in the corner of the building.

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Pink insulation peeks out from behind structural beams.

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The new blue sheeting is at the front and center portion of the building.

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There are also a couple strips to the sides of the lefthand entrance.

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Blue sheets have not been placed around the righthand entrance (at least not that we can see from behind construction walls).

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The synthetic underlayment keeps the wood paneling protected from the elements.

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There is also scaffolding in the left corner.

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Below is concept art of what the building will approximately look like when completely refurbished. Not there are no solar panels on the roof in this art.

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Artist concept rendering: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be the first “other-world” showcase pavilion at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The adventure starts in the Galaxarium, a planetarium-like exhibition that explores the similarities and mysteries of the formation of Earth’s galaxy and Xandar. Guests will be invited to learn more about the treasures Xandar has to share – until the moment when the Guardians of the Galaxy arrive, and adventures across the cosmos ensue. The attraction will feature a new innovation from Walt Disney Imagineering – a storytelling coaster that rotates 360 degrees to focus guests on the action, including the first reverse launch on a Disney coaster. (Disney)

This building was previously the Universe of Energy Pavilion and housed Ellen’s Energy Adventure from 1996 to 2017. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind promises to be one of the world’s largest indoor coasters.

Are you excited to join the Guardians on this roller coaster? Let us know in the comments.

1 thought on “PHOTOS: Installation of Blue Sheeting Begins on Facade of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT”

  1. I just want to say that the Yzma and Kronk gif was perfect for this blog post and I wanted to let you know and to thank you for that

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