KWP Facade Brochure 2011 01 Final (Reduced Size)

www.kwpgroup.com

Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

Beijing South Station Tishman Speyer Plot 7 and 8 International Harbor Terminal 21st Century Tower
(Beijing) (Chengdu) (Shanghai) (Shanghai)
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Hong Kong Beijing Shanghai Dubai London Chicago

About Us Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

KWP provides Exterior Wall Consulting services to assist Building
Owners, Architects and Contractors from design through construction
completion of the building envelope. KWP is known as a valued
service provider to some of the most prominent Developers and
Architects around the world.

KWP has offices in Hong Kong, Chicago, Dubai, Shanghai, and
Beijing. The Façade Group is directed by Canadian and American
Façade Experts with experience in all climatic conditions throughout
the globe. Our professional staff are made up of both Architects and
Engineers who are recognized experts in the field of Façade
Consulting, and are continually developing state-of-the-art façade
designs.

We focus on all aspects of Façade Design, Construction and Project
Management to create unique and landmark developments that
satisfy all of the Client’s requirements. We provide façade consulting
services for all types of exterior wall systems, including; custom
curtain wall, glass wall, skylights, exterior stonework, masonry and
precast concrete.

Our professional services ensure Client satisfaction is at the center
of focus on each and every project. We listen to what the Client
actually needs, and collaborate with the Client in order to deliver a
fully considered, efficient and financially viable solution. KWP takes
great pride in meeting Client budgets while still maintaining the
highest Architectural integrity.

After completing many projects around the world KWP are very
familiar with international and local country codes. In addition, we
can make recommendations on strength and weaknesses of local
material manufacturers and façade contractors to help clients save
money while maintaining a quality facade.


Our People Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

Thomas J. Agius, AIA, LEED AP Shawn H. Bruins, RIBA, LEED AP
Director Director
Master of Architecture with Distinction, Master of Architecture with Distinction,
The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA
B.S. Arch, Lawrence Technological University, USA Bachelor of Technology in Architectural Science, Ryerson
Registered Architect USA Polytechnic University, Toronto Canada
Assistant Professor of Architecture, Visiting Critic, Department of Architecture,
The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA The University of Hong Kong

Thomas is a Director for KWP – Konstruct West Partners, and is based in Hong Shawn is a registered architect in the UK and a LEED AP with a specialty
Kong. He is one of the most world renowned experts in the field of Façade in Building Design and Construction. He has been in Hong Kong sine 1994
Technology and Consulting. As a Registered Architect in the USA, Thomas has 20 and has played a major role in the development of Hong Kong Architecture
years of Architectural/ Façade Consulting experience of which, the past 15 years and Facade Design. He has worked with several internationally renowned
have been dedicated solely to façade research, teaching and practice. Thomas
started his façade research at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, graduating
Design Architects in the UK and USA. Shawn studied Architecture at
with a Masters Degree with emphasis in Building Envelope Technology. He went University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and Ryerson Polytechnic University
on to practice and teach Façade Technology in the USA. He is a former Assistant where he developed extensive knowledge in Building Envelope
Professor at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. Technology.

In 2000 Thomas relocated to Asia working in Hong Kong. He focused his attention Shawn has facade design experience from schematic/ detail design
on Middle East and Asian projects working as Director for an International Façade through to the construction completion stage on headquarter buildings,
Technology Firm. In 2005 he started his own practice (KWP) which 5 years later is hotel, residential, commercial office and retail, and other large scale mixed
one of the largest Façade Consulting Firms in the world. KWP has 5 office use projects. He has worked on projects in the UK, China, Hong Kong,
locations, with more than 50 ongoing projects and over 100 people. Over the past Korea, Singapore, Australia and the Middle East.
two decades he has successfully complete more than 100 exterior wall projects
throughout the world. With this experience, he has gained expert knowledge of
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Material Manufacturers and Façade Contractors in all major markets.
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Alfonso Avila Jr. Steve Zhou
Director
Senior Associate
Bachelor of Architecture with Distinction,
The University of Detroit, USA B.Eng (Hons)

Alfonso is the KWP Middle East Regional Director and is based in Dubai, Mr. Zhou is one of the most experienced Façade Engineers in China. His
UAE. Alfonso graduated from The University of Detroit, School of academic qualifications come from the prestigious Tongji University, where
Architecture and Engineering at the top of his class. He worked as an he graduated top of his class in Engineering. His specialization is in
Architect and Façade Consultant in the United States for 15 years before Engineering of Tall Structures.
joining KWP as the Middle East Director.
Mr. Zhou has worked for some of the most prominent International Façade
He has international design and construction experience in USA, Canada, Contractors. He has working experience in both Singapore and Shanghai
Mexico, Europe, Asia, and The Middle East. With this vast amount of where he was Lead Engineer on many prominent projects in both
working experience, Alfonso has developed an expert knowledge in the countries. He is proficient in the latest Engineering software and is well
field of Façade Consulting and continues to develop innovative façade versed in glass, aluminum and steel engineering. Mr. Zhou is bi-lingual
solutions for all projects he undertakes. He is multi-lingual and is a vital and plays an important role in technical translations and ensuring a
part of KWP’s International success story. His façade expertise includes; smooth line of communication when our teams involve multi national
green building solutions, curtain wall, double skin facade, aluminum & relationships.
stone cladding, and pre-cast design.
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Francois Thibaudaeu, LEED AP MENG, Xiaobing, RE PRC, LEED AP

Senior Associate Associate
B. Arch (Dist) B. Eng. (Hons), M. Eng. (Hons)
Registered Engineer PRC

Francois has exceptional design experience with both foreign and local Mr. Meng has been practicing Façade Consulting for the past 11 years. He
architecture/facade companies. He is a Team leader and has successfully is a registered structural engineer in China and his academic qualifications
completed several large scale projects in China, Hong Kong and the come from prestigious Chinese Universities, where he graduated top of his
Middle East. At KWP, He takes a leading role in several of our key class. His specializations include; glass wall tension systems, unitized
projects and is able to deliver efficient façade solutions to some of the curtain wall, stick curtain wall, stone cladding, aluminum cladding and
most difficult Architectural designs in the world. Some of his most notable green building solutions
projects include; Global Finance Tower in Pudong, Beijing South Station in
Beijing and Dimesha Hotel in Shenzhen. Mr. Meng has worked for some of the most prominent international façade
companies before joining KWP’s Beijng office and is at the forefront of
He is proficient in the latest 3d modelling and optimization software and is Façade Technology. He is proficient in the latest Engineering software and
well versed in all types of Facade Systems. Francois plays an important is well versed in glass, aluminum and steel engineering. Mr. Meng is multi-
role in many of our international projects. lingual in several different languages and plays a major role in Konstruct
West Partner’s projects worldwide.
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Our Client + Architect Relationships Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

We strive to meet client needs and always keep in mind budget constraints, KWP has worked with the following leading Architecture Firms and are
quality and innovation. Some of KWP’s client relationships include: always sensitive to the project aesthetic design:

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Capitaland Singapore Aedas Architects
Carrefour France Arquitectonica
MOR - Ministry of Railways PRC Arabtech Jardaneh
Ericsson Bar Gazetas London
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts BIAD
Hines USA ECADI
HLP Singapore Gensler International Gensler
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts GMP GMP
Hopson Development Hart Howerton USA
Kerry Properties Hassell Architects
KM Properties Dubai HOK International ( )
Kowloon Canton Railway Corp Hopkins Architects
K. Wah Development Group JY Architects USA JY
Lujiazui United Development KplusK Associates
KSP – Engel and Zimmermann KSP
Mass Transit Railway Corp., HK Obermeyer Architects
Marriott International Palmer and Turner

Nanjing New City Group RTKL Architects
Shenzhen Shenfubao Group RMJM Architects RMJM
Shui On Properties Skidmore Owing and Merrill SOM
Shi Mao Group Turner Construction
SOCAM Terry Farrell & Partners TFP
Sorouh Abu Dhabi WATG Architects Honolulu
Tishman Speyer USA Wingardh Architects Sweden Wingardh
USI Hong Kong Wong Tung Architects
Women’s Center Beijing 3XN Architects Denmark 3XN
Xiamen Heng'an International


Our Services Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

System Specialties

• Unitized Curtain Walls •
• Stick Curtain Walls •
• Tension System Glass Walls
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Fin Supported Glass Walls
• Precast Concrete Facades •
• Stone and Masonry Facades •
• Re-cladding and Over-Cladding •
• Glass Skylight Systems •
• Architectural Steelwork •
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Typical Scope of Services to Building Owner/ Architects

Schematic Design - Identification of design criteria and key performance —
requirements
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Design Development - Implementation of optimal façade design with
Architects aesthetic/ performance requirements. Using cost saving
materials will maintain design quality
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Tender Drawings and Specification - Fully developed drawings and
specification, protecting Developer from Contractor variation orders —

Tender (Bid) Evaluation - Advising on the most technically qualified —
contractors of the project. Conduct Contractor technical interviews.
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Performance Testing and Mock-up Review - Witnessing and inspection of
testing and procedures
—
Shop Drawing and Calculation Checking - Saving project quality by
enforcing tender documents as originally designed by consultants

Factory and Site Quality Control Inspections - Scrutinizing assembly and
construction work for quality control



BMU (Building Maintenance Unit) Consulting

Concept/ Schematic Design – Determine multiple access types and
methods to reach all façade areas of the building

Design Development – Engineering, cost estimating, safety analysis and
specification outline

Tender Documentation – Full drawings and specifications for tender

Tender Reviews – Prequalification, tender queries, tender analysis and
report writing, interviews and recommendations

Commissioning – Fabrication and site inspections/commissioning

LEED Consulting

Project Design Charettes - with building owners and design teams to set
green design goals.

Integrating Green Design and Sustainability - Third party consulting to the
entire design team on integrating green design and sustainability into the
design and construction documents.

Green Design Analysis - Green design analysis of design and construction
documents and LEED scorecard reviews for project status.

Construction Administration - Monitoring and construction administration for
green design elements.

Certification - Full certification administration for LEED project application.



Lighting Design Consulting

Surveys - Initial site visit to survey and record existing lighting and control
equipment. Consideration of daylight and artificial lighting. Cultural analysis.

Concept Design - Prepare and present a lighting concept design based on
Owners requirement.

Schematic Design - Further development of the approved Concept Design
and key performance requirements

Design Development - Implementation of optimal lighting design with
Architects aesthetic/performance

Tender Drawings and Specification - Fully developed drawings and
specification, protecting Owner from Contractor variation orders

Tender (Bid) Evaluation Consulting - Advising on the most technically

qualified contractor and suppliers of the project.

Mock-up Review - Witnessing and inspection lighting mock-up and control
equipment

Shop Drawing Review - Saving project quality by enforcing tender
documents as originally designed by consultants

Site Inspections - Scrutinizing assembly, construction work and
commissioning of lighting and control system.



Scope of Services for Existing Buildings

Due Diligence and Feasibility Studies – For Developers/ Investors who —
require total evaluation of the existing building envelope before purchase or
renovation of existing structures
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Remedial Design and Renovation Works – Evaluate and propose methods
for remedial design and construction for existing structures in order to
maximize quality, aesthetics and performance

Specialty Services
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Expert Witness Service – Expert services for case studies and law suites to
building owners who experience negligent design and construction services
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Wind and Lateral Loading Calculations and Reports – Provide wind load
and lateral force load calculations and advise to Architects. —
Thermal Analysis – Building performance and thermal analysis using the
latest software to enhance user comfort and energy savings
—
Daylight Modeling – Analyze and model day lighting for architectural
designs for typical areas or entire building report —

Complex Geometry Solutions – Solving complex geometry facades through
computer generated resolution software. 3D —

3D Modeling – Rendering and modeling of entire buildings or particular —
exterior wall systems

Local Codes of Practice – Consulting to Architects for local codes of KWP
practice worldwide for exterior façade systems

Many other material analysis and building modeling services are available.
Please contact KWP for any exterior wall services you may require and we
will tailor our services to meet your specific needs.


Why Hire a Facade Consultant? Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

Cost Savings

• Optimizing the design for high performance whilst still maintaining the • ,
budget.
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Designing to achieve operational cost savings (Air-conditioning,
cleaning and maintenance), and design for increased life span. •
• Minimizing Contractor Variations by providing the right technical
information from the beginning. Reducing the volume of disputes, and
technical and performance problems which would normally be incurred
without having a specialist consultant.

Time Savings
• , . KWP
• It is important to the client to maintain the project program and minimize
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contractor delays. KWP works with the Contractors and Architects to
efficiently check shop drawings without delay and to help keep the
project moving forward. • , ,
• Help the Client and Architect save time by working closely in the early
stages of design. • ,
• Provide tender documentation that is near shop drawing quality in order
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to explain the Architects design intent fully.
• Work closely with structural and mechanical engineers to provide a
complete and coordinated tender drawing set and specifications.

Improved Quality

• Achieving a high quality façade requires great attention to detail. We •
work as the Clients façade quality control experts to ensure they get
what they paid for.
• Checking the design, engineering, and testing of the works, to ensure •
that technical requirements are satisfied. •
• All materials are cross checked against the project specification to verify
quality. Ensuring that the selected materials are suitable for building •
life.
• Overseeing the Façade Contractor’s works in the factory and on-site, to
ensure a high standard.


Our Projects Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

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Zhuyuan Lot 291 (Shanghai) Jie Cheng International (Shanghai)
2-9-1 )
Client: Lujiazui United Development Client: Jie Cheng Real Estate
Architect: KOOPX Architects Architect: Palmer & Turner



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Xiamen Heng'an International TS Tianjin Soho
Soho
Client: Xiamen Heng'an Group Client: Tishman Speyer
Architect: Wong Tung Architect: RMJM



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KIC Yangpu Hub 2 (Shanghai) KIC Lot 5-5(Shanghai)
! KIC Lot 5-7&5-8(Shanghai)
KIC ( ) KIC 5-5 ( ) KIC 5-7&5-8 ( )
Client: Shui On Properties Client: Shui On Properties Client: Shui On Properties
Architect: SOM Palmer and Turner Architects Architect: Hassell Architects Architect: 3XN Architects



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Wenhua Arts Center (Beijing)
( )
Cleint: Hopson Development
Architect: GMP Germany


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Ericsson (Beijing) Kerry Zhabei Shanghai
( )
Client: Ericsson Client: Kerry Properties
Architect: Wingardhs Sweden Architect; KKS Japan



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Nanjing New City Chengdu Plot 7and 8
7 8
Client: Nanjing New City Group Client: Tishman Speyer
Architect: HOK Architect: SOM Chicago



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Raffles Square (Shanghai) Yangzhou Shangri La Hotel
Raffles ( )
Client: Capitaland Client: Shangri La Hotels
Architect: Palmer & Turner Architects Architect: KKS



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Tianjin Astor Hotel Century Avenue Lot 2-3 (Shanghai)
2-3
Client: Tianjin Government Client: Lujiazui United Development
Architect: SOM


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Xidan-Xisi 4# Plot (Beijing) Tianjin Westin Hotel
4#
Client: Xin Ao Xi Jun Client: Tianjin GovernmentArchitect:
Architect: DCI P&T Architects



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Shenyang Central Plaza SHUION A5 Tower (Wuhan) !
A5
Client: SOCAM Client: SHUION
Architect: P&T Architects Architect: P&T Architects



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River House (Shanghai) ! International Harbor Terminal
) (Shanghai)
Client: Hines USA ( )
Architect: Gensler Client: International Harbor
Development



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One The Harbour (Yantai) Kerry Center (Tianjin) !
Client: Shimao Properties Client: Kerry Properties
Architect: Wong Tung Architect: SOM, L&O,
Mix Studios



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Global Finance Tower(Shanghai) 21st Century Tower (Shanghai)
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Cleint: Global Real Estate Client: Hines USA
Architect: Terry Ferrell Architect: Gensler Architect: JY
Architects



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Petro China South West Science and Tianjin Jintang Building
Technology Building
Client: Shenzhen Shenfubao Group
Client: Petro China Architect: Cube Architects
Architect: Tongji University Architects



Shenyang Shangri-La World Trade Center Beijing West Wing

Client: Kerry Properties Client: Kerry Properties
Architect: KKS Architects Architect: LDI



Chengdu No. 139 Wenzhou Faith Trust Plaza

Client: Shui On Properties Client: Faith Trust
Architect: Aedas Architect: Portman Architects



Shanghai New World K11 Nanchung Shangri-La

Client: New World Properties Client: Shanggr-La Hotels
Architect: Architect: KKS Architects



IVC Vancouver Times Square

Client: IVC Properties
Architect:

Chengdu Plot 8

Client: Tishman Speyer
Architect: SOM Chicago



Shanghai Kerry Center
Podium

Client: Shangri-La Hotels
Architect: KKS Architects



Alibaba Office Building (Hangzhou)
( )
Client: Alibaba Group
Architect: Hassell Architects



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Women’s Center (Beijing)
( )
Client: Women’s Center
Architect: Palmer & Turner Architects



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Beijing South Railway Station

Client: PRC Ministry of Railways
Architect: Terry Farrell and Partners !



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Tianjin Railway Station

Architect: The Third Railway Survey
and Design Institute


Our Projects ! Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

Jinan Railway Station


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Sana’a International Airport
Yemen

Client: Yemen Airport Authority
Architect: NACO

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Shenyang South Station




Arraya Tower (Kuwait) Rolex Tower

Client: Salhia Real Estate Company Client: Ahmad Seddiqi and Sons
Architect: Pan Arab Architects Architect: SOM



Al Hamra Tower

Client: Al Hamara Group
Architect: SOM



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Dubai Water Front Tower

! Client: Prescott Trading LTD
Architect: AEDAS


Contact Us Facade Consultants + Exterior Wall Experts

www.kwpgroup.com
kwp@kwpgroup.com

Chicago USA Shanghai Dubai
Suite 201 Suite 301, Garth Office Building P.O Box 215075
53 West Jackson Blvd No. 10, Lane 396 Dubai, UAE
Chicago, IL 60604 South Wulumuqi Road
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852.2805.2267 fax
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