Metal finishes

Named for Hampton Roads educational leader and arts advocate Susan S. Goode, Virginia Wesleyan University's fine and performing arts center sits near the forefront of campus. This 23,200-square-foot venue supports a variety of programs sponsored by the school, from concerts and dramatic performances to guest lectures and presentations of interest to the greater Tidewater community.  Kat Lively Kat Lively Prominent in the design by architectural firm Tymoff + Moss is the canopy wrapping around the front glass enclosure to the Eleanor and Henry Watts Grand Lobby and Gallery. ALPOLIC metal composite materials in a Pewter finish clad the canopy, which extends beyond both entrances to the facility. Kat Lively More

Architects and fabricators look at a variety of ALPOLIC colors to determine which ones will work on their next project. For Sharp Chula Vista Ocean View Tower, Grey and Silver finishes were chosen to clad the envelope and create the building's sleek, contemporary appearance.  Ehmcke Sheetmetal Each of the seven stories on Sharp Chula Vista Ocean View Tower offers expansive, stunning views of the San Diego metropolitan area. 20,000 square feet of ALPOLIC Silver and Grey finishes give this complex a sleek, contemporary envelope that wins its share of admiring looks. Ehmcke Sheetmetal More

The design of AVA NoMa—a 13-story, urban infill high rise residential building—nods to Washington, D.C. NoMa neighborhood’s industrial past while embodying a ‘refined industrial’ aesthetic that is inherently modern. To help realize this design vision, KTGY Architecture + Planning specified Banker Wire’s L-62 and LZ-11 woven wire mesh— patterns that have roots in the industrial world, yet lend themselves well to architectural applications as a result of Banker Wire’s precise, high-definition lock crimp manufacturing capabilities. Specified at AVA NoMa, Banker Wire’s L-62 and LZ-11 woven wire mesh were utilized throughout 20,600 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenity spaces, including... More

The boutique development in North Melbourne brings an offering of refined elegance and luxury to the inner city fridge in the form of 15 generously sized townhouses.The industrial nature of the architecture is integrated and juxtaposed with fine design elements carried seamlessly through the interiors.Warm tones, earthy materials and a play in texture ranging from fluted glass, natural stone and specialty metal finishes imbue a level of care and attention to detail to make any homeowner proud. More

The existing main floor layout was compatible with the client’s desire for an open floor plan. A new second floor layout provided the freedom necessary to create new bedroom spaces, functional and central laundry, along with a stunning new master bedroom layout that includes a covered deck over the existing garage. As the existing home was showing its age, the dark and dreary exterior was clearly in need of a refresh. Removing and replacing the second floor was paramount in creating a more stately, upright façade. This also created the opportunity to raise the second floor, providing high ceilings throughout the main level. This offered relief from the original layout and added a more comfortable proportion to the open floor pl... More

Museum De Lakenhal has been the museum for art, crafts and history of the city of Leiden since 1874. Since then it has been located in the monumental "Laecken-Halle" from 1641 by city architect Arent van's-Gravesande, a perfect example of Dutch Classicism that embodies the pride of the city as a central trading center for all types of fabrics.   As a museum, De Lakenhal has already seen two major expansions: in 1890 with the Harteveltzaal and in 1921 with the Papevleugel. In addition, the conglomerate has been rebuilt again and again. Almost labyrinthine corridors were created, which sent the visitors through the different parts of the building in ever new ways. The primary goal of the 2013 architecture competition was to simplify ev... More

Two very different souls coexist in a single space in Shanghai: a flexible art gallery and a sophisticated lounge floor. With one secret.A couple from Shanghai who has worked abroad for years in finance decided at some point to go back to their hometown and dedicate themselves to what they really love: art and refined whiskeys. In this context Quarta & Armando have been called to design two very different environments but connected by the type of experience that the owners want to offer to their guests.The ground floor has been designed as an extremely flexible single space in terms of partitions and use. The floor is made with a gray-blue color resin, reference to a calm sea which helps the concentration of the artworks observers. Diff... More

Exemplifying the versatility of Banker Wire’s architectural mesh in residential applications, designer and homeowner Jane Hope, incorporated an antique plated SZ-3 wire mesh within the design of her custom fireplace. Thoughtfully selected for its unique semi-transparent characteristics, the metal mesh compliments the honest, raw material design, creating a feature that is instantly recognized for its sleek form and striking aesthetic. Because the fireplace is the focal point in the center of the space, Jane Hope was looking for a material that would allow the light to pass through the top portion of the unit, while maintaining a similar visual heft that the other materials in the room—wood, concrete and stone—provide. She... More