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Linarte pushes architectural boundaries with One Baelskaai


O


ne Baelskaai is the figurehead of the East Bank, in Ostend’s historic port.


Binst Architects gave the


iconic corner building commissioned by the Versluys Group undulating patios and expressive patio borders. To evoke the dune grass and dune fencing, the architects chose Renson Linarte brown-black/bronze profiled facade cladding to contrast with the flowing


horizontal lines. We spoke to Binst Architects about the search that preceded this. “The facade reflects the character of the


site, port area, and coast”, explains Ward Lagrain,


project architect. “The patios


and their expressive patio borders give the complex a unique look and maritime character.


The building’s undulations


mirror the undulating character of the dune landscape in front and the sea. Undulating continuous glass balustrades reflect light, air, and water.”


The material usage at One Baelskaai also refers to the surrounding dune landscape. The profiled Linarte facade cladding by Renson evokes the image of the dunes. Although Linarte offers the possibility of personalisation by adding wooden inserts or led lights, the architect chose the clean, sleek look. “As architects, we did say that we wanted a vertically profiled facade that hinted at the dune grass and the wooden posts with barbed wire that demarcate the


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dunes. That subtle vertical reference in our facade contrasts nicely with the horizontally sloping patio borders.”


www.renson.net 07/10/2024 12:01 W40 steel profi les an ideal match


The versatile W40 window profi les, specifi cally developed by the Steel Window Association (SWA) for its members, are a stylish and modern solution that suit both new-build and refurbishment applications. While the classic W20 section continues to be preferred by conservationists and


Pura Facades launches roadshow


Pura Facades, part of the Vivalda Group, has launched a nationwide initiative to improve the understanding of cladding among specifi ers and contractors. Developed with the help of architects and designers, the half day course is delivered in person and aims to promote a better appreciation of the history and development of façade systems – focusing on the key elements of rainscreen cladding and vital safety considerations on the wake of the Grenfell Report (Phase 2) in September. While the course covers the principles of effective façade systems, it also looks at the recent regulatory and legal changes affecting building construction and cladding. The session’s key message to specifi ers is to consider the external envelope of a building as a holistic system that comprises many parts that all work together. Pura Facades’ Adam Sumner (pictured) said: “So far, we’ve undertaken a handful of the sessions at architects’ premises and the feedback has been fantastic. We’re encouraging architects, specifi ers and contractors alike to think differently about cladding.”


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many property owners for early 20th century and older properties, W40 exemplifi es how steel fenestration systems have kept pace with modern tastes and technical demands, while retaining key attributes such as strength and excellent daylight transmission.


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Always looking for new ways to engage with our audience, ADF now hosts round table events. With constant updates to building regulations, round tables are an ideal way to gauge industry concerns/ problems,


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marketing strategy. Hosted by our Editor, James Parker, we ask a diverse selection of our readers to attend, providing us with insights across the full spectrum of our audience. Sponsoring a round table enables you to position your brand/company as a voice of authority within the industry.


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