Spanning this science building facade is an energy efficient sunshade. An outrigger attachment system uses top and bottom arms as the primary anchors while smaller intermediate supports stabilize at every floor plate. The result is multi-level energy efficiency, sustainability and transparency.
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The Lawrence Group wanted the new St. Louis Federal Reserve building to make its mark in the Gateway City to the West but needed practical benefits like natural lighting and sunshading. They chose GKD Sambesi mesh to envelope the building giving it a modern look and unobstructed views to the outside.
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Internationally renowned architect Dominique Perrault concepted our North American headquarters to create a space that would foster a sense of community among the workforce. The simplicity of design and use of our own product throughout the building resulted in a showcase of woven metal fabrics.
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Created by Lake / Flato Architects, the look and feel of the Center is just as important as the safety of its guests. Tasked to create a safe, attractive and low maintenance option, GKD combined its Dolphin and Lamelle weaves to frame the Center’s open staircases and railings.
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This nine-level structure provides parking for 1,200 Hartford Hospital employees and connects to an adjacent building by a pedestrian walkway. Articulated precast panels, woven metal fabric and terra cotta colored perforated metal form the exterior of the garage and create a secure, sun shading screen.
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The intense heat of the Vegas desert would have caused discomfort for visitors to Henderson Plaza, if not for GKD’s sun shading metal fabric canopies. Because metal fabric provides natural ventilation, heat can escape from under the framed ceiling and visitors can stay cool while enjoying outside activities.
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The Houston Area Safety Council’s Occupational Health Center gains solar control from GKD Omega 1510 metal fabric while the organization’s mission is underscored with striking etched graphics.
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The design for this building aligns with the university’s commitment to reach beyond campus to the greater community. The design team specified GKD Omega 1520 metal fabric to deliver shading for its three-story atrium, transparency and beauty with long-term durability.
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At the Liberty Fund library, designed by Rowland Design, 4,771 square feet of etched metal fabric protects a priceless collection of books – but leaves it visible to people passing by.
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This gathering room, which offers views of the U.S. Capitol and National Mall, contains more than 8,000 square feet of GKD Acoustic Mesh Panels. The lightweight, aluminum composite mesh, an ambitious choice for ceiling and wall coverings, offers dramatic noise reduction properties for the large space.
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