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Roofs: What Lies Above
A Flattering Semblance
A Window To Your Soul
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Vo Trong Nghia Architects
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Shroffleón Architects
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Keeping It Current
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Mad Architects
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With the entry of new technologies in architecture meeting challenges to design innovative
buildings is becoming more exciting. We take a look at how designers and companies are
re-imagining windows, roofs and facades.

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Text By Kanupriya Pachisia
On looking back, we realise that the advent of civilisation
started with a series of material innovations. The Bronze
Age and the Iron Age set the path rolling towards where
we stand today. Thus it would not be an exaggeration
to state that the history of architecture is deeply rooted
in technological build-ups of the time. In an age that is
reverberating with specialised industrial reinforcement, we
cannot help but shift our focus towards material prospects
that are constructively surfacing in the architectural world.
One of the most prevalent trends in the architectural
domain today is a deviation towards reduction in the
consumption of energy. In the same vein, architects
are looking to cut down the use of hypoallergenic and
carcinogenic materials while establishing buildings of the
future. Leaky single-glazed windows have matured into
double-glazed insulated glass units with their signature
green tint to aid in indoor climate control. While roofs have
evolved to beat violent temperature contrasts, bituminous
surfaces and bitter winds, facades have become more than
‘just a pretty facade’ these days.
Home Review walks you through emerging window,
roofing and cladding technologies that are leaking into
the architectural horizon through this special issue that
focuses on bringing innovations that are redefining the
concrete world, to the forefront. Do not miss our story on
entrance automation and how wireless technologies have
opened new doors. Also do browse through our pages
that translate how architecture is being transformed into
inhabited sculptures via distinguished work executed by
Indian and international architects.
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Weathering steel or Corten steel in our opinion is an excelled material for usage as a
contemporary material, that is fast gaining in popularity among architects in India.
Rather than term the material rustic, we prefer to use the words raw and honest -
what you see is what you get.
The appeal of the material for us lies in our inability to affect its wear and tear, it is a
natural process that is dependent on multiple factors beyond our control. More so, the
material continually ages with time, constantly changing with the changing seasons -
and therein lies its charm.
What do you think of weathering steel as a rustic contemporary surface finish ?
One roofing material that you think will set the trend in the near future and why ?
Zinc is a material we feel is as of now under utilised as a roofing material, due to
either the high costs involved or simply a lack of awareness. The fixing details on
offer allow for a speedy, dry and waterproof mechanisms. Add to this the ease of
maintenance, the sharp aesthetic and ‘green ’sustainable quotient, zinc is heading
toward being the default material of choice for both roofs, as well as facades.
Kayzad Shroff and Maria I J Leon of ShroffLeón Architects offer comprehensive architectural planning and
consultancy services to civic, municipal, institutional and private clients. A young and dynamic creative studio
with a burgeoning reputation for its innovative solutions, their methodology is characterised by a deep enquiry
and an intellectual collaborative exchange.
SHROFFLEÓN ARCHITECTS
Shroffleón has used weathering steel for this extension to a home in Bandra.
Maria I J Leon, Principal Architect,
ShroffLeón
Kayzad Shroff, Principal Architect,
ShroffLeón

The use of solar control glass in windows is rapidly trending? Have you used the
same in your projects? How effective have you found this product ?
We are yet to implement the use of solar
control glass into any of our projects to
date but it is definitely a product we not
only hope to use in the future, but have as
a default case option.
You recently won the NDTV landscape design award for Longpool Beach house.
Could you tell us about some surface finishes that you used and why you chose them ?
In an effort to blend in seamlessly with both the existing structure, and the landscape,
the materials we chose mirrored the natural ones that were already present - treated
basalt, stone, random rubble masonry and teak wood and complimented these
materials and textures with the addition of corten or weathering steel - a material
that ages texturally with time.
info@shroffleon.com
www.shroffleon.com

Architectural terracotta became fashionable as an architectural ceramic construction
material in the 1860s. Apart from being cheap and light, it is resistant to UV fade.
The facade of the BCC building was worked upon from a visual and climatic aspect.
Terracotta louvers called baguettes spanning across 3.5 metres with a single layer of
glazing inside helped reduce heat gain within the building.
The screen inbuilt with a unique gradation concept, made the everyday pedestrian
visualise it differently from whatever angle he viewed it from. Dense at the top, the
louvers trickled down as they moved away from the South-West, which gained the
maximum heat. Architectural terracotta baguettes and the terracotta tile base helped
to blend the building seamlessly into its surroundings yet gave it a monolithic and
unified character.
You’ve used architectural terracotta to construct a one-of-a-kind facade for the
Bharat Chamber of Commerce (BCC) building in Kolkata which also exhibits a
unique design concept. Could you tell us about this experience?
‘Esplanade’ - a mixed use development programme for Bhubhaneshwar boasts of another eye-catching facade which you interestingly
call ‘the shawl’. How did this come about?
We did not want to look at the mall in a standard way - jazzy or shouting to make
its presence felt. ‘The wrap’ or ‘the shawl’ with traditional ‘ikat’ patterns, wraps the
lower segment of the building. It is made of zinc on a MS structure. Its presence in
the mall segment, demanded it to portray the concept of feminity and the
consumption profile.
Zinc adds a subtle shade of bling to the building because of its shiny and attractive
nature and forms a protective patina that self-repairs imperfections and scratches
throughout its life. While the rest of the building facade rests on a neutral concrete
base, it allows the shawl to stand out and be appreciated from a distance.
Practice is an upcoming architecture, urban and interior design firm rendering its services across varied verticals
in the industry. Sandip Agarwal and Manash Sinha Roy, lead a team that possesses expertise in a range of building
types. The firm understands the interplay of creative design with technical skills, and the influence of physical
spaces on people’s lives, drives all projects.
PRACTICE DESIGN PVT. LTD.
Sandip Agarwal, Director,
Manash Sinha Roy Director,
Bharat Chamber of Commerce (BCC), Kolkata.
Terracotta louvers used in the BCC building.

Nowdays a combination of architecture and photovoltaic solar energy has resulted
in a new kind of architecture. You have also used photovoltaic glazing in ‘The
Chlorophyll Project’ in Kolkata. Could you please throw some light on the subject?
We had the opportunity to work
with a material we had never used before!
BIPV - Building Integrated Photovoltaic cells
were used on the entire Southern facade
of the building that was exposed to
maximum sunlight.
Proper solar shading helped in protection
from the sun during over-heated months.
Phytoremediation and photovoltaic
structural glazing help the building to
breathe on its own without a ventilator.
What is your design philosophy?
Sensitive, active and layered. We strive to create outstanding architecture. We feel
that driving design through pure function and context is extremely simplistic, hence
we make place-making effort through a more complex design process with interplay
of layers, patterns, textures and light.
info@practicedesign.co.in
www.practicedesign.co.in
‘The shawl’ design of the Esplanade. The Chlorophyll Project, Kolkata.
Terracotta louvers are light, cheap and resist
UV fading.
Esplanade, a mixed-use development in Bhubhaneshwar.

MAD Architects founded in 2004, by Ma Yansong is a studio that builds futuristic
architecture based on contemporary interpretation of the eastern spirit of nature. Based
in Beijing and Los Angeles, MAD gained international attention in the year 2006 when it
was commissioned to design two residential towers in Mississauga, Canada. MAD’s designs
embrace the advent of a new era and its research concerning the synthesis of digital media
into architectural design, validates a unique approach towards architecture.
MAD Architects from China and Vo Trong Nghia Architects from Vietnam have played with texture on many
occasions with varied scales and intensities. Their projects intentionally elicit the use of interesting and innovative
elements that write a more complex architectural language, the juxtaposition of which emphasises a unique
rhythm in the construction of the buildings.
MAD ARCHITECTS
Committed towards exploring flexibility
and unusual prospects, intrinsic in
uncomplicated and conventional
functions, the company compliments
these via new organizations and logics,
evaluating value, desire and culture in
present-day China and America.
By employing a trajectory that manifests
a fluid and dynamic exposition of a
new fangled life, MAD’s structures are
no longer individual pieces studded in
architectural modernity but those that
have become rational, meaningful units of
human life and the environment.

The Harbin Opera House
Harbin, Heilongjiang, China - home to
the Harbin Opera House is heralded as
the ‘Ice City’ for its bitterly cold winters.
In 2010, MAD won the international
competition for Harbin Cultural Island, a
masterplan for an opera house, a cultural
centre and the surrounding wetland
landscape along Harbin’s Songhua
River. The anfractuous opera house has
acquired the status of a focal point of
the Cultural Island occupying a built area
of about 8,50,000 square feet of the
site’s total area of 444 acres. It features
a grand theatre that can house over
1600 patrons and a smaller theatre to
accommodate an audience of 400.
Ma Yansong, the founder of MAD
Architects, responded by conceiving and
executing a design concept that would
instantly strike a conversation with the
fierce and frigid climate. The northern
city of Harbin is well reclaimed for its ice
sculpture festival and MAD’s sculpture
seamlessly blends into the topography as
if it were sculpted by the wind and water.
The opera house is a winner of the 2016
WAN Performing Spaces Award.
The arcuated facade made of smooth,
white aluminium panels becomes the song
of the brink and surface, with soft and
sharp notes to complete the piece. The
undulating architectural mound, wrapping
a large public plaza is an experience in
itself as it melts into the snowy winter.
Large transparent glass walls inside
the lobby connect the interiors to the
swooping clean facade and exterior plaza.
A crystalline glass screen hangs over the
grand lobby space taking the support
of a lightweight diagrid structure. Made
of glass pyramids, the surface oscillates
between smooth and faceted imitating the
very nature of snow and ice as it makes
another attempt to befriend the brutal
winter. Visitors are greeted with an innate
hospitality born out of the warmth of
natural light and material.
At the apogee, visitors are welcomed by
an open exterior performance space that
serves as an observation deck to applaud
the beauty of panoramic views. The grand
theatre is finished in rich wood, mirroring
a wooden block that has been gently
eroded away. Configured with world-class
acoustics, a subtle sky-light allows you to
peep outside into the real world. A wall
of sound-proof glass provides an inherent
scenic backdrop that pronounces the
stage as an extension of the outdoors. All
in all, a theatrical piece that captures your
attention for long!
office@i-mad.com
www.i-mad.com

Founded in 2006, Vo Trong Nghia Architects is a leading architectural practice in Vietnam
with a footing in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Buzzing with a team of more than 60
international architects, engineers and staff, the team works closely on cultural, residential
and commercial projects worldwide.
VO TRONG NGHIA
ARCHITECTS
By experimenting with light, wind
and water and using natural and local
materials, the company employs a
contemporary design vocabulary to
explore the realms of green architecture
while maintaining the essence of Asian
architectural expression.
With several awards in their kitty, this
year they bagged The Green Era Award
2016 for their Sheraton Phu Quoc Resort.
Through a series of award winning
projects, Nghia Architects have developed
sustainable architectural design by
integrating inexpensive local materials
and traditional skills with contemporary
aesthetics and modern methodologies.
Their project, Naman Retreat Resort is
yet another example of prolific
architectonics as it combines vernacular
elements and verduous greens to publish
a new chapter in the Vo Trong Nghia
Architects series. Natural ingredients like
wind, light and vegetation, interweave
textural experiences that render
meaningful effects inside the building.

The Babylon, Naman Retreat
Resort
Stationed beside the main linking road
between Danang City and Hoi - an old
Vietnamese town, the Naman Retreat
Resort is a coastal property located
16 kilometres away from the Danang
International airport. A thriving resort,
budding from the seeds of providing
physical and mental relaxation to tired
travellers, the coastal retreat offers
a friendly and leisurely purlieu under
various guises of which yoga, spa facilities
and water sports are some. To achieve
a perfect encompassment that enables
the guests a maximum body and mind
purification and recreation, the resort
was built by using a harmonious mix of
greenery, natural stone and bamboo.
The first phase of the project site
was defined by 3.4 hectares of land
between the direct road and sprawling
beach. The bounteous landscaped area,
implanted with a diversity of space and
privacy efficiently grips three kinds of
accommodation on the coastal soil.
Beach villas, bungalows and the hotel
building were constructed in order to
entertain guests.
The multi-storey hotel building, The
Babylon illustrates a facade of concrete
louvers interspersed by greenery creating
a visually interesting landmark from the
direction of the coast. If one looks at
it from the road, then the green layer
provides for an optical barrier that detaches
the property from the road enhancing the
privacy of the resort. The finishing material
retains the natural appearance of its base
in order to procure harmony with the
surrounding ambience.
The hotel consists of three floors with
thirty-two rooms. Plotted on an L-shaped
layout, the floors embrace the swimming
pool. Balconies overlooking the pool side
bring you in connection with fun activities
while the discreet green facade allows you
entry into a personal zone. The grid of
concrete louvers (5 x 15 cms) camouflaged
by vines reduce direct sunlight and induce
wind flow.
The facade not only helps to minimise
thermal radiation but also acts as a
buffer space for plants to grow. A
combination of trees and vines such
as Quisqualis Indica, Vernonia Elliptica,
Spathiphyllum Wallisii and Aglaia
Duperreana are planted across the
hotel. This combination aids in
construing the diversity of the otherwise
vertical landscape.
hcmc@vtnaa.com
www.votrongnghia.com

Today no self-respecting new development
is complete without automated entries.
They add exclusivity and security, the
buzzwords of modern living. New
technologies and standards have made
entry access more affordable, easier to
maintain and safer than before. The
market in gate automation is said to be
increasing by a bewildering 30% a year.
Gates can be manufactured using various
materials but if they are to be automated,
they should be built of higher quality
materials as the automatic operators thrust
much higher forces upon the gate. There are
exciting new advances in wireless solutions,
home automation integration, solar power,
smartphone apps and PC programmability
that make gate automation a smart and
green addition to the landscape plan.
Whether it’s a private dwelling or a public
property, automated entries have become
the norm. Apart from security they induce
hassle free lifestyles. Automatic swing gates
are a great option for parks and stately
homes where the attention lies on aesthetics
and functionality.
Automated entries have become the latest aspirational accessory;
they raise expectations as they gently swing open, massage the
psyches of returning commuters and keep burglars on their toes.
KEEPING IT CURRENT
Automatic sliding gates are harder
to force open and space efficient as
they can cover an expanse of 15 metres
and also are the best option if floors
are raised inside the property. Bi-folding
gates, also coined ‘speed gates’ due to
the short amount of time they
take to open and close are gaining
rising popularity.
They are ideal for organisations that are
permitted to allow access for a limited
period of time and where there is
continual vehicular traffic such as schools,
banks and the like. Telescopic gates are
ideal for smaller properties as its individual
sections overlap each other making the
gate occupy lesser space. They require
even ground for installation.
Bi-Folding gate
Automatic sliding entrance door

State of the art solutions are catering to the
industrial and commercial sectors as well.
Insulated sectional doors are designed to
provide maximum safety and quality for
industrial warehouses, factories and large
sheds enhancing both thermal and acoustic
insulation. Entrance rolling shutters or doors
are traditional solutions that have now
undergone modernisation and are available
in a variety of colours and materials such as
MS, GI, galvalum, aluminium etc.
Automatic sliding entrance doors are
specialised for smooth and fast operations
and ideal for installation in shopping
malls, airports, residential and commercial
complexes. Thanks to their advanced
microprocessor based technology, their
operational speed can be adjusted.
Equipping metros, bus stations and office spaces with automation
are the flap barriers that can control movement of 40-45 persons
per minute. Quoting the Toshi Group, “We are geographically
well placed to meet the needs of our wide customer base around
the country, which spans individual homes, manufacturing and
service companies, leisure operators and local authorities,” it
is no exaggeration to state that automation is one of the most
burgeoning industries today.
Talking about implementing evolving technology, Faac India tells
us that, “In 1965, we introduced hydraulics in the gate opening
sector, and through the years, we have perfected this technology,
adapting it to a multiplicity of needs.” When professionally
designed and specified these systems add great value to a
landscape project and residence.
Automatic industrial insulated doors by Toshi Group.
Motorised sliding gate by Faac India Automatic swing gate

FENESTA
BAY WINDOWS
A bay window is a combination of
three or more windows projecting
outside at various angles, to
form a bay inside the room.
Fenesta offers up to eight sides in
combination of fixed, casement
and sliders. They are equipped
to offer sound insulation. Dual
sealing keeps out rain and dust.
It is weather resistant and built
to last.
www.fenesta.com
LINGEL
CASEMENT WINDOWS
Casement windows from Lingel can be built for interior or
exterior openings as they are hinged at the sides. It has a
compatible glazing and gasket structure that accepts glass
from 4mm up to 32mm of thickness. Equipped with a colour
co-extrusion technology it is weather resistant and provides for
good heat and sound insulation.
www.lingelwindows.in
SAINT GOBAIN
SGG NANO SOLAR CONTROL WINDOWS
SGG NANO is a high performance coated glass with
advanced energy efficient solar control and thermal
insulation properties. It makes for an ideal sustainable
glazing solution with the desired functionalities. It has a
neutral appearance in spite of its unique properties, making it
aesthetically appealing. It is a trending window system
and an environment friendly product that helps reduce
energy consumption.
www.saint-gobain.co.in
ASAHI INDIA GLASS LTD.
AIS VUE WINDOWS
AIS Vue is a range of high
performance UPVC windows
by Asahi India. It offers various
profile designs for different
applications. Arched and
triangular windows, louvers and a
combination of all are also a part
of the dynamic product range.
Apart from white, its profiles are
available in wood finishes of dark
oak, golden oak and mahogany.
www.aisglass.com
A WINDOW TO YOUR SOUL
As buildings veer towards contemporary architecture, windows play a
huge role in giving them a whole new dimension. Today versatility in
window design is adding new perspectives to modern day architecture.

ENCRAFT
TILT AND TURN WINDOWS
The Encraft Tilt and Turn window is designed to provide
a state of the art inward opening fenestration solution.
It provides maximum design freedom due to the large
opening sizes that can be achieved. It has a contemporary
soft line profile appearance. It is equipped with latest weather
seals and heavy duty hinges and a multi point perimeter
locking device.
www.encraft.in
REHAU
ROLLER SHUTTER
SYSTEM
The Roller Shutter System
from Rehau is a front mount
PVC system. The top mounted
roller shutter box can be used
in combination with all kinds
of windows. These can also be
installed with integrated fly
screens and can be operated by
a belt or electric motor. It is 10
mm thick, hollow chambered
and allows for sound and
thermal insulation.
www.rehau.com/in-hi
RAYNAERS ALUMINIUM
CONCEPT SYSTEM 86 ‘HIGH INSULATING’
WINDOWS
Concept System 86 HI by Raynaers is a highly insulated
system for inward opening windows, which meets the
highest requirements concerning safety and stability.
It exhibits elevated water and air tightness. Its unique
properties make it suitable for triple glass applications. It can
also comply to burglar resistance offering an ultimate level
of security.
www.raynaers.in
KOMMERLING
CASEMENT WINDOWS
Casement windows by
Kommerling are among the most
popular window designs that
suit any house, whatever be its
architectural style. The hard-
wearing material used in these
windows is virtually maintenance
free. Not only can they be
customised to any requirement,
their outer glass panes are also
easy to clean. It is equipped
with both multi point and single
point locking systems.
www.koemmerling.co.in

SCUDO TILES
SCUDO COOL ROOF
TILES
Scudo Tiles, from the house of
Eurocon Tiles, offer a temperature
drop of 12°C on the top surface
and 9°C on the bottom surface.
Satisfying green building norms
for Cool Roof Solar Reflective
Index, they are maintenance
free, durable and long lasting.
Water absorption being less
than 4%, the moss and algae are
completely absent, making these
tiles a desirable roofing option.
www.scudotiles.com
EVEREST
DURASTEEL ROOFS
These are made using metal panels along with high tensile steel.
Its high grade aluminium zinc alloy coating allows four times
higher resistance to corrosion as compared to a galvanized
coating. The Anti-Capillary Groove and Return Lap make the
sheets leak-proof. Two stiffening ribs between the pitch allow
better load bearing properties. They are lightweight and
available in a palette of colours.
www.everestind.com
MONIER
ELABANA TRANSLUCENT ROOF TILES
Made of Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), these tiles prevent
leaks and are perfectly integrated into the architecture of a
roof. Naturally building a free skylight, they help save money
and reduce power consumption. The tile can resist heat upto
80°C and allows 90-95% natural light transmission. A soap,
sponge or soft cloth is all you need to keep it clean.
www.monier.in
ELT INDIA
GREEN ‘LIVING’ ROOFS
Popularly known as living
roofs, a green roof is far more
complex than simple insulators.
Soil thickness and moisture
content, plant coverage and
air gap influence tremendously
aid in reduction of heat gain.
‘Evaporate cooling’ is one of the
cooling effects of a green roof.
Each component of a green roof
is either recycled or renewed to
conserve the environment.
www.eltindia.com
ROOFS: WHAT LIES ABOVE
Sturdy enough to tolerate extremes of temperature, the construction of roofs today
is being dictated by technical, economic and aesthetic considerations.

HINDALCO INDUSTRIES
EVERLAST ALUMINIUM ROOFING SHEETS
Available in a versatile range of roofing sheets – circular,
corrugated, industrial trough, stucco embossed and tiled sheets,
they have a classical look serving all kinds of basic roofing
needs. Pre-painted sheets in a variety of colours are also available,
giving them additional aesthetic value. They can withstand the
harshest of weather conditions, are 100% rust proof and
corrosion-resistant.
www.hindalco.com
PORTA FINESTRA
MOTORISED SLIDING
ROOFS
These roofs are the perfect
way to transform your outdoor
structures, attics or skylights into
a transparent space where you
can enjoy fresh air and sunshine.
All sliding roofs are motorised
and available with thermal break
or normal profiles. The system is
composed of a modular
structure in aluminium profiles
permiting flexibility of use as
each pair of modules open and
close independently.
www.portafinestra.com
PIONEER CAPS AND SLOPES
BORAL ROOF TILES
These roofing tiles can suit the needs of all homes. These
tiles not only cater to the aesthetic quotient but also to the
weather demands of a place. They can withstand maritime
and coastal climate, the monsoons and summers with equal
ease. They are long lasting and available in shingle, French,
proshake, proslate and swiss series.
www.pioneercaps.in
FUSO GLASS
TEMPERED /
TOUGHENED GLASS
ROOFS
Tempered or toughened glass
is part of the architectural glass
range offered by Fuso. It has
increased strength and is used
for its safety as it usually shatters
into small fragments in the event
of an impact. It assures greater
uniform load strength. It
resists high temperatures and
offers optical clarity. It is fast
becoming a popular choice for
building roofs.
www.fuso.in

BEAUTEX
WEATHERTEX
Weathertex from Beautex is a
reconstituted natural hardwood
timber panel used for exterior
cladding of residential and
commercial buildings. Boasting
a twenty five year guarantee,
it blends in beautifully with other
building materials like brick and
stone providing limitless design
options. Weathertex joiners allow
for expansion and contraction
caused by changes in relative
humidity, minimalising the
possibility of buckling
between studs.
www.beautex.in
ASAHI INDIA GLASS LIMITED
EDGE SERIES - ECOSENSE GLASS FACADES
One of India’s leading integrated glass companies expanded
its portfolio with the introduction of the Edge series under its
Ecosense range of high performance glasses. Edge combines
functionality and eco friendly features. It is a solar control
glass with thermal insulation. Ideal for use in structural
glazing it is available in three shades - clear (Natura), blue
(Electra) and green (Chroma).
www.aisglass.com
HUNTER DOUGLAS
QUADROCLAD METAL FACADES
QuadroClad is a unique, ventilated and open-jointed
cladding system based on the principle of rainscreen
facades. Each panel sandwiches a stable metal honeycomb
between two skins of smooth coil-coated aluminium. It
represents a total solution that combines a customisable line
of panels with a versatile structure that is fire and corrosion
resistant, enables insulation, ventilation and offers good
wind-load performance.
www.hunterdouglas.com
KALCO
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE
PANELS
These panels from Kalco are
two millimetres thick, aluminium
coated curtain walls anchored to
the walls by means of suitable
brackets made of aluminium
or stainless steel of suitable
thickness. The system of fixing
the substructure to the wall is
adjustable in three directions to
allow for a perfect alignment.
It can withstand all sorts of
stresses transmitted by the
ventilated facade.
www.kalcoindia.com
A FLATTERING SEMBLANCE
A building’s facade is the first thing that announces that the structure has
something special to offer. A plethora of finishes today are all set to
illustrate unexpected surprises.

SAINT GOBAIN
DIAMANT - CLEAR FLOAT GLASS
Valued for its attractive appearance and optical qualities, Diamant
is an extra clear glass from Saint Gobain with a low iron content
that produces higher light remittance. Low iron content also
reduces the green tint which is otherwise inherent in glasses.
Its excellent clarity makes for optimum vision quality. It can be
cut, shaped, drilled, edge-worked, laminated, toughened
and enamelled.
www.saint-gobain.co.in
GALLINA
ARCOPLUS
INTERLOCKING
POLYCARBONATE
PANELS
The Arcoplus line of structural,
multiwall modular building panels
are designed exclusively for
vertical walls, skylighting, canopy
applications or any application
that enables improved day
lighting. This group of modular
systems are based on a tongue
and groove connector system.
Equipped with thermal and
acoustic insulation, it makes for
great vertical translucent walls. It
also displays high load resistance.
www.gallina.in
DUPONT
DUPONT CORIAN SOLID SURFACE
Corian solid surfaces can pleasantly surprise your
imagination with its wide range of patterns and colour
textures. A solid, non-porous, homogeneous surfacing
material, one third of it is composed of acrylic resin while
the remaining is natural minerals. It stands up well to daily
wear and tear and has good mechanical, thermal, electrical
and other surface properties.
www.dupont.co.in
AXIS FACADES
CAST BRONZE METAL
FACADES
With a vision to balance the
creative process with the
technical aspects of facades,
Axis is engaged in developing
new and interesting materials
to create more distinctive and
higher performing facades.
Their cast bronze range not
only wraps buildings in a natural
patina but also lends glamour
and shine, thus making
the structure a notch above
the rest in the world of
contemporary architecture.
www.axisfacades.com

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