Façade

Located on a corner site surrounded by pōhutukawa, this house epitomises perfect summer living in a picturesque coastal setting with a close-knit community.The façade is composed of horizontal weatherboards with a battened grid that sets the windows of the building in elevations that are constantly in the feathered shadow of trees – which is emblematic of our intention to design a house to harness the interplay of light and shadow. Caption Caption Built to an ‘S’ plan, the predominant living spaces wrap around a central courtyard, with verandas and breezeways with louvred edges contributing both a garden lightness and the experience of being simultaneously inside and out. Predominantly a pristine white in... More

A typical urban residential plot in Bengaluru, India, measuring 200 ft by 50 ft and oriented east–west with a gentle slope rising towards the west, comes with a unique twist. While two sides are bordered by dense housing — as is common in the city — the other two remain open. Most notably, the western edge opens out to a no man’s land atop a hill, guaranteeing no future construction and providing an uncommon sense of openness within the dense urban fabric. The architects were commissioned to design a residence for a family of four, featuring four bedrooms and a casual hangout space on the terrace. The brief also called for a dedicated spa area and ample parking space.  Vinay Sekhar Vinay Sekhar Vin... More

Designed by TANGRAM Architekten as part of the TETEM 3 development, De Weverij marks the final architectural statement in the redevelopment of Roombeek. Built on the site of a former textile hall, the residential building reconnects the area to its industrial heritage while introducing a bold, contemporary identity. Marcus Koppen Marcus Koppen Marcus Koppen Marcus Koppen For the façade, Alumet applied double anodized aluminium panels in AluCopper 02 (brightened) and AluRed (matt). By combining two tones and finishes, the façade gains depth, variation, and a subtle interplay between reflection and texture. The copper and red hues echo the historic brick tones of the district, while the layered surface treat... More

Located in the heart of Nantes, the Maison de l’Innovation stands as a landmark for sustainable urban development. As the largest timber-frame construction in Western France, the project reflects the city’s strong commitment to ecological design, circular thinking, and future-oriented architecture. Laurent Letort Laurent Letort Laurent Letort Laurent Letort Laurent Letort Alumet contributed anodized aluminium façade panels in AluOldCopper with a matte finish. The warm, copper-toned surface brings a natural depth to the building, subtly shifting with changing light, weather, and perspective. This dynamic character reinforces the architectural expression while maintaining a refined and timeless app... More

For 334 Oxford Street, anodized aluminium was used to create a façade with depth, rhythm and warmth. The building is a repurposed mixed-use development in the heart of London, where much of the existing structure was retained to reduce embodied carbon while creating a renewed and energy-efficient exterior. Alex Upton Photography Alex Upton Photography Alex Upton Photography What makes the façade especially interesting is the number of anodized colours used. Instead of working with one or two aluminium tones, the design repeats a broad palette across the building. This creates more variation and colour depth, while still keeping a clear architectural rhythm. The colours include AluRed 01, AluRed 02, AluRed 03, A... More

Designed by Powerhouse Company, THIS. Amsterdam forms a mixed-use ensemble of offices and residential buildings in Buiksloterham, directly overlooking the IJ. The project combines urban density with open water views and a carefully designed green landscape, creating a new, sustainable district within the city. Bart van Hoek Bart van Hoek Bart van Hoek For the façade, anodized aluminium in AluCopper 03 with a matt etched finish was selected. The deep copper tone introduces warmth and character to the contemporary volumes, while the etched surface softens reflections and enhances material depth. As daylight changes, the façade subtly shifts in nuance, reinforcing the building’s dynamic relationship with sky... More

Architecture is generally designed for one specific site. The Multipurpose Hall in Dudelange challenges that convention. Conceived by FAT Architects for the City of Dudelange, the building was designed from the outset to occupy two different locations during its lifetime. Lukas Roth The hall currently stands along the Route de Bettembourg, replacing an earlier structure. After approximately eight to ten years, it will be carefully dismantled and reconstructed within the future Nei Schmelz eco-district, on the grounds of a former rolling mill. Rather than treating relocation as a constraint, the architects made it the central principle of the design. The 740 m² project was awarded the Luxembourg Architecture Award 2026 in the cate... More

Skypark Business Center in Luxembourg is a striking airport development where architecture, movement and material expression come together. Located next to Luxembourg Airport, the building forms part of the wider Airport City development and is designed as a sustainable business destination with offices, retail, hospitality and public spaces. For this project, Alumet supplied anodized aluminium in AluCopper 02. The warm copper tone supports the building’s sculptural shape and gives the façade a strong visual identity from every angle. Across the long, meandering volumes, the anodized surface helps create rhythm, depth and a consistent architectural appearance. Corentin Haubruge Corentin Haubruge Corentin Haubruge... More