Durability
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about durability
Project • By Jessica Mille • Shops
Noir - Coffee Shop
NOIR Abbesses is conceived as an immersive interior inspired by a walk through woodland undergrowth — an enveloping atmosphere shaped by organic forms, layered textures and a palette drawn from autumn foliage.
The design translates the natural language of the forest floor into soft, sculptural seating elements, whose rounded geometries subtly recall mushroom forms. These organic volumes guide the spatial experience, creating a sense of movement and discovery throughout the space.
Isabela Mayer
A dialogue between contemporary design and traditional craftsmanship defines the project. The bar counter is carved entirely from solid stone, shaped directly from the mass to reveal the material’s depth and natural irregularities w... More
Product • By ATELIER SO GREEN • IMAGE’IN sustainable planters
IMAGE’IN sustainable planters
Durable Planters, Designed to Last: A Satisfied Customer’s Feedback
Nearly ten years after installation, our IMAGE’IN planters continue to demonstrate their durability and timeless design. A delighted customer, impressed by the longevity of his planters installed in 2015, shares his experience and now wishes to expand his outdoor arrangement.
At IMAGE’IN, we are committed to a responsible approach by selecting durable materials that ensure both quality and longevity. Our planters are made from fiber-cement, a material renowned for its strength and weather resistance. Frost-proof, rot-proof, and fire-resistant (rated M0 / A2-s1,d0 according to EN 13-501-1), it is also unaffected by saline or chlorinated environments, maki... More
Project • By Rodruza • Social Housing
Erasmusveld
The two apartment complexes on the Erasmusveld in The Hague are distinguished by a special feature: the brick facades are self-supporting!Located in the sustainable new-build Erasmusveld district, a testing ground for future-oriented urban development, you will find different types of living atmospheres. Forexample, there is a double residential block with 71 mid-priced rental apartments. This double residential block is characterized by its sustainable and fragmented facade composition, located on a prominent corner of the district.The layered brickwork of the Brick BENG facade is laid in traditional bonds and gives the facades a robust and distinctive appearance. In combination with the deep reveals and solid parapets, this building is a... More
Product • By BAUMIT • Baumit CrystalSet
Baumit CrystalSet
The innovative Baumit CrystalSet consists of the first ready-to-use mineral topcoat CrystalTop combined with its associated primer – the Baumit CrystalActivator, which is used as a regular façade primer offering greatly improved processing properties. Combining both products is essential to start the formation of the self-contained and solid surface which reveals the unique CrystalEffect offering premium dirt resistance. This distinctive union of Top and Activator guarantees your façades long-lasting beauty, sheen and cleanliness. The Baumit CrystalSet is natural, breathable and extremely durable. More
Project • By Interpon Powder Coatings by AkzoNobel • Residential Landscape
Yachthouse by Pininfarina
A collaboration with Construtora Pasqualotto>, one of Brazil’s top development and construction firms, Yachthouse by Pininfarina is a high-end residential project located in Balneário Camboriú, in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil. Combining the unique elegance and dynamism of Pininfarina’s architectural style, the iconic two-tower skyscraper, located between the Camboriú river and the Atlantic Ocean, is a true landmark in the area, and is slated to become the tallest in Brazil. AkzoNobel has development the Ultra durable finishes for the Aluminum profiles & the ACM that compose this incredible facade.
Pasqualotto & GT
Pasqualotto & GT
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Product • By A-Class Marble • 1st Tile : Deep Ebony
1st Tile : Deep Ebony
· Rugged and edgy, Deep ebony porcelain stoneware creates an urban contemporary design. It is perfect for any residential, commercial wall or floor application that requires durability and low maintenance. 1 st tile Collection stands for comfort and modern design.
· Ideally used for façade cladding, available in honed finish and eye soothing colours.
· These tiles have a fixed format but can be segmented on the site easily into any size depending upon the usage.
· Ideal for use in interiors and exteriors of hotels, residences, hospitals, airports and more.
· Extremely light weighted which makes them more flexible, anti-bending and crack free as compared to conventional tiles.
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Product • By Villeroy & Boch AG • TITANGLAZE
TITANGLAZE
The Villeroy & Boch TitanGlaze finish doesn’t need to shimmer in order to shine: its modern matt look is both exceptionally attractive and extremely durable. Thanks to high-purity, crystalline aluminium oxide, TitanGlaze gives the ceramic a very scratch- and impact-resistant finish. Products therefore retain their impressive appearance - still looking as good as new, even after many years.
Find out more now about our new matt glaze that your customers will love. Because matt colours are an enduring trend in exclusive design. And TitanGlaze’s great resistance gives this beautiful matt effect durability, even with intensive and regular use. Making it an ideal solution for anyone seeking something special with la... More
Project • By Banker Wire • Offices
589 5th Avenue - Corporate Offices
Corporate tenants in 589 5th Avenue, a 17-story mid-century building in Midtown Manhattan, now have new elevator cabs to complement their redesigned corridors and existing lobby. The cabs are clad with Banker Wire mesh, offering a sophisticated look with unmatched durability. For this project, Banker Wire’s DF-6 stainless steel woven metal mesh was the obvious choice.
Three of the four elevators that were redesigned and clad in Banker Wire’s architectural woven wire mesh DF-6 are for passengers, and the fourth elevator is specifically for freight deliveries. DF-6 architectural wire mesh is adept at providing style and durability simultaneously, achieved by alternating the orientation of the flat top cross wires in the DF-6 wire... More