Sustainable facade
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about sustainable facade
Product • By STACBOND • STACBOND - FINISHES
STACBOND - FINISHES
Design freedom, technology and architectural expressionThe STACBOND finishes range expands the aesthetic possibilities of aluminium composite panels, offering versatile solutions for architectural projects in any environment — from natural landscapes to contemporary urban skylines.
With more than one hundred finish options available — including wood, stone, metal, cement, porcelain, anodized effects and solid colours — STACBOND enables limitless creative expression while maintaining the high technical performance of its aluminium composite systems.
We manufacture finishes in any RAL, Pantone or NCS colour. For truly distinctive projects, our colour laboratory can develop fully customised finishes based on a physical samp... More
Product • By Aluinvent • LO2 - Exterior
LO2 - Exterior
The LO2 collection from Aluinvent is a high end rain screen facade panel system with open cell structure to both sides. As manufactured from 90% recycled Aluminium the product's carbon footprint only 2,56 kg CO2eq/m2. The void:solid ratio of our LO2 panels is approx 30%. LO2 panels come in mill finish and coloured options and are suitable for a wide range of exterior applications with A1 & A2 fire ratings. The LO2 collection is particularly suited to applications such as window screening elements and lighting installations.
Aluinvent LO2 panels meet all the challenges and requirements to provide a safe, long-lasting facade with a striking modern aesthetic and an element of transparency. Little to no maintenance is required after... More
Product • By Aluinvent • LO exterior mill finish aluminum cladding panels in multiple colors
LO exterior mill finish aluminum cladding panels in multiple colors
The LO collection from Aluinvent is a high end rain screen facade panel with open cell structure to one side. As manufactured from 90% recycled Aluminium the product's carbon footprint only 4,12 kg CO2eq/m2. The panels come in mill finish and a full spectrum of coloured options and are suitable for a wide range of exterior applications with A1 & A2 fire ratings.
Aluinvent LO panels meet all the challenges and requirements to provide safe, long-lasting facades with a striking modern aesthetic. Little to no maintenance is required after installation.
Curved profiles are available at request and the LO collection is also available as part of a complete rainscreen cladding system including support railings, brackets, fixings, coping... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Sakaide
Sakaide
Sakaide is made of Douglas fir from sustainably managed European forests. Characteristic of Douglas wood is the scent and the presence of knots. These knots may be visible in the flame pattern.
The contrast between the dark and light parts of the wood gives Sakaide a beautiful, rustic look. The planks are cut flat (with the growth rings) and charred in our oven. They are then carefully brushed, thereby creating a characteristic relief of the flame pattern. Sakaide exudes a timeless, but warm atmosphere as a façade, but also on walls, tables and other interior applications.
After charring and brushing, Sakaide is treated with our Bito Clear or Bito Orange.Bito Clear is a transparent oil for interior applications. The oil hardens und... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Takamatsu
Takamatsu
Takamatsu wood is cut at right angles to the growth rings (quarters/false quarters). This cutting method gives Takamatsu a special but fine, linear structure and a classic, calm feel. The planks are charred in our own oven after which the wood is brushed and treated again. Takamatsu is resistant to all weather conditions and does not stain.
After charring and brushing, Takamatsu is treated with our Bito Black. Bito Black provides good protection against water, dirt, mould and other deposits. We recommend repeating this treatment every 3 to 5 years.
Takamatsu is made of Douglas fir from sustainably managed European forests. The durability of Douglas wood is Class 3 and is therefore very suitable for use as wall cladding. Characteristic of... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Nakatado
Nakatado
Nakatado is charred by our fire masters and then brushed and treated with Bito Black. This brings out the lively grain structure which has a height difference of about 1-2 mm between the higher and lower parts. Nakatado is resistant to all weather conditions and does not stain. The flat flame pattern adds a touch of serenity and gives the room a contemporary feel. The versatility of the wood makes Nakatado a great alternative for applications that require a highly durable wood type.
After charring and brushing, Nakatado is treated with our Bito Black which provides good protection against water, dirt, mould and other deposits. We recommend repeating this treatment every 3 to 5 years. We can also provide a silk gloss and/or scratchproof coa... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Omiyama
Omiyama
Omiyama’s hard carbon layer gives a brilliant bronze glow in the sun. The deep-charred carbon layer has a robust appearance with an irregular structure and can withstand harsh weather conditions. This makes Omiyama very suitable as durable facade cladding.
In addition to the carbon-only version, we can also supply Omiyama that has undergone a Bito White treatment. This is a water-based ecological resin and will tone down the outer surface, make it slightly more matt and prevent the carbon from staining. This makes the treated version of the product extremely suitable for interior applications.
Omiyama is made of Fraké wood. A sustainable product of Fraké wood, which has undergone hydrothermal modification (in bri... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Marugame
Marugame
This beautiful, charred wood has a characteristic and equally divided pattern. The silvery glow of the charred layer has a different look depending on the angle of the sunlight. The hard charred layer makes Marugame ideal as a sustainable cladding for roofs and facades. Marugame is also very suitable as an attractive eye- catcher in a special interior.
The wood used for Marugame is Accoya® of the Pinus Radiata tree, a fast-growing pine species. The wood is modified through a non-toxic acetylation process. Accoya® is labelled with durability class 1 and other quality certifications (i.a. KOMO, RAL, BBA, WDMA), and a cradle-to- cradle gold certification. The wood has a lifespan of at least 50 years above ground, and 25 years... More
Project • By ANA DESIGN STUDIO PVT LTD • Universities
Kashmir University Zakura Campus
Design ObjectiveTo create a campus for learning and interaction between students and faculty, in line with the best practices globally, and, to create a template for highly energy efficient building construction, Design for flexibility of space usage and adpatbiltiy for future growth.
What really won for us was the non-cookie cutter approach to the design of different campuses. Each location had a different climate, a different traditional visual language of architecture.
Suryan//Dang
Because of our initial experience of research in the northern hilly regions in Kashmir and Leh, we also had a first hand experience of how that particular place wanted. So, we created the designs of these institutes with an architectural language rooted... More