Durable solution
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about durable solution
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
Product • By FabriTRAK Systems, Inc. • GeoTRAK® System
GeoTRAK® System
PVC-Free Acoustic System for Walls & Ceilings
As architects and designers move to LEED v4 and sustainable interior design environments, we saw the need to develop an acoustic system that matched in quality and durability as our traditional system.
GeoTRAK® is made up of PVC-free trak, environmentally-friendly infill and fabric.
GeoTRAK® wall and ceiling trak profiles offers the same strength, fit and ease of installation as our original FabriTRAK® profiles, while meeting LEED v4 requirements and are all DECLARE certified.
As part of the GeoTRAK® System, we offer TerraCORE® Poly - a DECLARE certified infill that is made up 80% post consumer recycled materials and is 100% re... More
Product • By DECO Australia • DecoClad
DecoClad
DecoClad is a solid aluminium cladding with a UV-resistant marine-grade finish that can be enjoyed in a range of environments such as the bush, by the beach or in full sun.
Pairing aluminium’s proven strength and durability with the super durable DecoWood wood-look powdercoating, Australian-made DecoClad can meet all needs. It can be used horizontally for a traditional weatherboard look, as gable ends and facades, or vertically as a contemporary feature.
DecoClad is made from 100% solid aluminium and is a non-combustible building product compliant with the National Construction Code and Australian Standards AS 1530.1 and AS1530.3 (BAL 40). It can also be installed with a fire barrier product for Flame Zone (BAL FZ) applications as r... More
Product • By Goldray Glass • Metal Mesh
Metal Mesh
By combining a mix of glass and metalized mesh, Goldray Glass has created the most alluring architectural product available today – Laminated Metal Mesh. With its unique texture and a selection of either Aluminum, Bronze, Gold, or Copper, Laminated Metal Mesh can enhance any space as a decorative feature in both interior and exterior designs.
Metal Mesh offers solar control benefits by reducing the energy required to cool or heat the space. Goldray's continued investment into new technologies keeps us ahead of the industry curve. More
Product • By THINKGLASS INC. • Island countertop
Magnificent Island top
A unique and original conception by ThinkGlass! Complete the design of your kitchen with a backsplash and/or a thermoformed glass countertop and complement it with our LED lighting. More
Product • By NanaWall • BEARricade
BEARricade
BEARricade Folding Glass Wall Offers Security and Defense From Bears
There’s nothing like a house in the woods, until it’s discovered by bears. A thrilling sight to see outside, a bear is less than charming when it’s trying to invade your home for a snack. The desire of builders and homeowners to bring the outdoors in, yet keep the bears out, can now be resolved with the NanaWall BEARricade™. It’s a folding glass wall that opens wide to erase indoor/outdoor boundaries when the coast is clear, yet provides unequalled security and defense from bears when closed.
“Bears learn how to enter homes by simply using their immense strength and weight to push open French doors, windows, and even pushing in or breaking the glass on typica... More
Project • By SHH • Restaurants
Twickenham Stadium
Twickenham Stadium, the home of English rugby,was looking to upgrade the customer experience at its food and beverage retail offers in order to be truly world-class across all areas of its offer in time for the 2015 Rugby World Cup, which England is set to host after winning the 2009 selection bid. At the same time, the stadium’s owners - the RFU (Rugby Football Union)- had changed a number of its core branding elements and these also had to be incorporated into any new designs. The result is the Twickenham Experience – a joint venture between the RFU and operatorLevy Restaurants(the sports and leisure division of Compass UK & Ireland).SHH worked as the design partner for Levy Restaurants on the new project,tasked withcreati... More