Building Skins

The Envelope…

is the most basic component of Architecture. Without the envelope there is no building, no enclosure, no functional or metaphorical threshold with the natural environment. The building envelope represents and is the fundamental reason why we build.

Coatings

The interplay of multiple glass performance coatings and stainless steel trim allows for a tailored and elegant presence on the Nashville skyline.

Metal

Gothic architecture details are relected in modern aluminum extrusions.

Layers

The assembly of the double skin enables the use of textured rolled glass spandrels, enhancing the play of light in the building and a dynamic reflection of the changes in atmospheric quality of the Boston seaport.

Inner Linings

Skins inside separate, obscure, highlight activity. Inner linings are sources of art work, light, and brand identity.

Illusion

Layers of frit and reflectivity in the glazing units create the appearance of physical material textures. The play of physical perforations in sunlight creates shimmering moire patterns.

Casting

The detailing of the precast masses directs water from the surfaces of the envelope to prevent staining and mildew in the wet Miami environment.

Dynamic

Dynamic glazing provides an intelligent envelope solution to control energy performance, daylighting, and privacy.