Balancing transparency and privacy

For Samco's new office building in Heusden-Zolder, a conscious decision was made to choose a façade that does more than just finish the building. Light, visibility and comfort were key considerations.

To draw natural light deep into the building — into the offices, kitchen, dining area and even the terrace — a perforated plate in Full Perfo R3T5 was used. This specific perforation rate creates a subtle balance: a clear view to the outside, while maintaining privacy from the inside.

The façade combines perforated panels with solid panels. This alternation creates a sleek, modern look in which functionality and design reinforce each other.

Architect: HVC Architecten
Instalation company: Mathieu Gijbels
Photographer: Dirk Verwoerd

Facade profile: WP38-148-5 + Full perfo R3T5
Coating: Hairexcel 60
Colour: White Ral 9010