Aluminum cladding system

Napsu is a flexible, open facade system built from vertical or horizontal aluminium slats (lamellae) mounted on an aluminium substructure. Its modular design lets you configure slat lengths and spacings freely, and install them horizontally, vertically, or as ceiling and roof cladding — so the facade adapts to the building, not the other way around. Mounted entirely without visible screws, Napsu delivers a sharp, seamless and harmonious appearance, while integrated thermal movement lets each component expand and contract independently, preventing internal stress or structural damage. As an open system, Napsu is ideal for both full and partial cladding and combines easily with perforated panels, expanded metal, trapezoidal sheet, sol... More

In 2018, Sydney-based design studio Lahznimmo Architects was commissioned by Create NSW (a governmental arts and culture body in New South Wales) to design an innovative new storage facility for the Powerhouse Museum’s collection. The result is a refined and minimal architectural “storehouse” built in shimmering aluminum and raw concrete. Rory Gardiner Rory Gardiner Powerhouse is the largest museum group in Australia. Across its 140 year history, it has amassed a collection of more than half a million objects of national and international significance, all of which are now housed in one location: Castle Hill. Powerhouse Castle Hill is part of the “Museums Discovery Centre”, a collaboration al... More

Metal cladding can combine functionality with aesthetics while meeting high sustainability targets, offering myriad possibilities for creative expression using a range of materials, patterns, textures, and colors. One of the primary benefits of metal cladding is its durability. Metals like aluminum, steel, zinc and copper offer excellent resistance to weathering, corrosion and fire, ensuring longevity and minimal maintenance requirements. Metal cladding also provides thermal and acoustic insulation, contributing to energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Manufacturers worldwide offer material and product variations to meet diverse design requirements. These include pre-finished panels, composite systems, perforated sheets and metal mesh s... More

Located on a residential street in Indonesia, Anthracite House by Singapore-based firm K2LD Architects responds to the client's desire for a calming and restoring abode where they can enjoy the tropical weather while benefitting from natural daylight and cross-ventilation.  Melanie Tanusetiawan From the street, the house appears as a singular metallic volume floating over the land. The site's shape allows for two longitudinal bars to be designed across the site, connected by a linkway and sculptural staircase. Beyond the façade and 6-meter high boundary walls clad with vegetation, The lawn at the ground storey opens up to a water courtyard at the basement level. The sound of water falling from the ground level to... More

A NEW ERA IN FAÇADE CLADDING Frager Facade d'Harinck offers an innovative circular solution with Magnetude® technology for flat cladding on facades, sectional garage doors, and entrance doors. Creativity takes flight among architects and builders, moving away from monotonous brick facades. Panels, not fixed but thanks to revolutionary magnetism, allow for a considerable time-saving during installation.   With FRAGER's patented Magnetude® system for entrance doors, facade cladding can now also be installed invisibly. The architect has complete freedom when designing an aluminum facade cladding.   The combination of flat aluminum plates with an inset shadow gap, sleek inner corner and outer corner solutions allow... More