32 EXTERNAL WALL FINISHES
Raising medical ratings Kawneer has played a “fundamental” part in a £39 million research centre that makes Manchester home to one of the largest biomedical complexes in Europe. Architects Wilson Mason & Partners specified Kawneer’s AA®
100 curtain walling with top-hung concealed vents, for all
glazed vertical elements of the AV Hill building at The University of Manchester, due to its aesthetics and flexibility. Practice architect Alan Williams said: “We specified the Kawneer system because it allowed us the large glass panes and differing cappings/appearances and it has been a fundamental part of the design, whether large areas or small feature openings.” Click here to request literature
Glamorous hotel topped
High performance rigid PIR roofing insulation from Kingspan Insulation has played a vital role in bringing Morecambe’s once famous art deco Midland Hotel back to life. Thanks to developers Urban Splash and architects Union North it has been restored to its former glory and boasts 44 boutique style rooms, a stunning sea view restaurant and Rotunda bar serving great cocktails and locally produced treats. Mac Roofing & Contracting Ltd specified and installed 400m2 of Kingspan’s Thermataper TT47 LPC/FM tapered roof insulation for the refurbishment of this prestigious project. Click here to request literature
Leading where
others try to follow ALUCOBOND®
dominates the UK
and is the worldwide market leader for aluminium composite materials. ALUCOBOND®
is certified according
to BBA. The company is highly respected and relied upon by leading architects. Continual product development ensures that ALUCOBOND®
stays at the forefront
of the industry and leads where others try to follow. The brand is synonymous with excellent quality and experience. The ALUCOBOND®
success story
began when the ingenious patented aluminium composite product was launched on the market in 1969. The ALUCOBOND®
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renowned for exceptional flatness and rigidity.
Winning BBA
approval Steni Colour, a decorative rainscreen cladding panel from Steni UK, has won BBA approval (certificate number 09/4662). Designed for façade, fascia and soffit applications, Steni Colour is manufactured from composite materials with a smooth surface of electron beam cured acrylic - 100% acrylic without the use of solvents. Now available in 44 standard colours and a virtually unlimited number of special colours in accordance with the NCS, RAL or BS colour systems, Steni Colour also comes in three gloss levels (matt, half matt and high gloss).
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The world’s coolest animation team are now even cooler thanks to Levolux’s innovative Timber Fin Solar Shading system at the new Aardman Animations offices and studios, based in Bristol. Levolux’s Sweet Chestnut Timber Fin solar shading system perfectly compliments the designer’s modern vision. Visible above all of the building’s glazing, it not only offers a contemporary look, but also virtually eliminates solar heat gain, helping to create a comfortable internal environment, all year round. Levolux’s Timber Fins were the ideal choice to compliment the external timber cladding and enhance the building’s aesthetic.
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New super-insulated
façade systems Two of Schüco's most popular façade systems, FW50+ and FW60+, are now available in super- insulated (.SI) versions delivering extremely low Uf values that will enable architects and specifiers to exceed existing insulation regulations and
deliver buildings
designed for a future in which emissions standards will be even tougher than those of today. This important development utilises innovative isolator technology to improve insulation in the area between the inner structural profile and the outer pressure plate and cover cap. Click here to request literature
Architecture for cars Diffused daylighting transmitted through Kalwall translucent cladding from Stoakes Systems is lighting up a stunning new car showroom designed by MDG architects in Wolverhampton. Here BMW distributor Benham is showcasing the very latest models in a building which itself is a state of the art showcase of architectural design. Unlike conventional glazing, Kalwall eliminates shadows and glare and the stark contrasts of light and shade, without the need for blinds, curtains or solar control. Even on cloudy days, the showroom is flooded with natural daylight, which means less artificial lighting and, because it is highly insulating, energy costs are reduced.
At night, the
building emits an ethereal glow. Click here to request literature
BBP specifies Cladding Solutions For the state of the art Crichton Campus, home to Dumfries and Galloway College, architects BDP required a natural cladding finish that would reflect the modern nature of the building whilst complementing the surrounding architecture and geographical features. [fibre C], an innovative glass reinforced concrete cladding from Cladding Solutions, provided the answer. As well as providing an impressive first impression, [fibre C] cladding has aided the design by offering a modern take on the Lochabriggs sandstone used on the surrounding buildings, creating a modern, yet sympathetic façade with organic characteristics that enables the building to sit comfortably in its environment.
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