Above and beyond
Solar control
Amvest, Amsterdam (NL)Amvest’s office is like a mighty ship on the former Cruquiushaven. The housing association is keen to stand out, as evidenced by many of the building’s features. One prominent feature being the automated sunscreen between two huge windows. Made of our woven metals.
Unique
Rietveld Architects gave the building a double glass façade (8.5 metres tall) with air cavity. They incorporated our rustproof mesh into that cavity, to provide solar control on clear days. As soon as the sun comes out, the curtain folds open concertina-style. It looks like a transparent veil and provides a clear view of the harbour. And, of course, it lets plenty of daylight in.
Performing in style
Features
Solar and heat control
The woven stainless steel curtain has a three-dimensional structure, meaning the view through it changes depending on the angle. You can see the most through the mesh at a right angle to it. Thus providing optimum heat protection for the building when the sun is blazing.
Openness, light and transparency
The openness and transparency of the mesh dovetail neatly with the desire to foster a sense of tranquillity in the building. Users have a full, unimpeded view, while the curtains keep out the glare and heat from the sun.
Driven by the sun
The strikingly tall curtains open and close automatically, depending on the weather conditions. Each curtain can also be controlled manually.
Flexible concertina
The curtains open and close horizontally concertina-style. The gentle folds attest to the flexibility of the material.
Blueprint for success
Specifications
Project details
- Year
- 2018
- Locations
- Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Used products
Application
Distinctive and sustainable