Metal coating
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Project • By Ateliers Jean Nouvel • Museums
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Pritzker-prize winning architect Jean Nouvel sought inspiration for the concept of Louvre Abu Dhabi in traditional Arabic architectural culture, and designed Louvre Abu Dhabi as a ‘museum city’ in the sea. Its contrasting series of white buildings take inspiration from the medina and low-lying Arab settlements. In total, 55 individual but connected buildings, including 26 galleries, make up this museum city. The façades of the buildings are made up of 3,900 panels of ultra-high performance fibre concrete (UHPC).
The museum design is a collaboration between traditional design and modern construction techniques. The tranquil environment encourages visitors to enjoy the ever-changing relationship between the sun and the dome and betwee... More
Product • By VeroMetal® International • VeroMetal®
VeroMetal®
VeroMetal® is a cold-workable liquid metal that can be applied to practically any surface by spraying, rolling, pouring or with a palette knife or trowel. After application, VeroMetal® possesses all the optical and physical properties of the metal in question.
A unique final finish is achieved by sanding, polishing, patinating or oxidising the surface. Each object takes on a unique and characteristic metal look. VeroMetal® is made from real metal and can be applied both indoors and outdoors. It adheres well to practically all surfaces and does not crack or peel away.
The VeroMetal® finishing coating made from real metal gives architects, interior designers, stylists and artists all the flexibility they require to pro... More