Specifile Spotlight Magazine: The December Walling & Flooring Edition

THE WALLING & FLOORING EDITION

ISSUE 1 DECEMBER 2017

Inside the insanely great

STEVE JOBS THEATRE

HEXAGON TILES

OUTDOOR CONCRETE TRENDS

LIVING WALL ART

OUR TOP PICKS 18

TOP 7 OUTDOOR TRENDS

Wall and floor finishes from Cemcrete that are ideal for outdoor living spaces include SatinCrete, Colour Hardener, Cretestain and Cemwash, all available in a wide range of colours.

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GLOW IN THE DARK CONCRETE

LuminTech comprises a variety of different luminescent particles that are applied to the surface and incorporated into the concrete skin. During the day, the particles absorb UV radiation and then, after dark, the particles illuminate selected areas of a building.

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THE HEXAGON RETURNS

Three colour 3D handmade Hexagonal patterned tiles for walls and floors from Union Tiles are available in porcelain, terrazzo, lava stone, smooth polished and Rustico finishes.

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STEVE JOBS THEATRE

The venue was designed by UK firm Foster + Partners as part of the vast Apple Park which, contrary to Cook's comments, the company has been slowly moving in to since April 2017.

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LAUNCH ISSUE With 2017 at an end, we look back at the

We've included interactions such as links to

year in review. As this is our very first EVER

more detailed information, PDF brochures, and

digital magazine, we've decided to focus

even a video. These will be easily identifiable

on the basics that every building and every

by a split-second highlighted box as you page

structure around us uses to keep us safe and

through the magazine.

comfortable: WALLS AND FLOORS.

SHORT AND SWEET. LESS IS MORE.

Our intent is to publish a digital issue of the

With that said, we hope you're equally as

brand new Specifile Spotlight magazine bi-

fascinated by the different walling and flooring

monthly, focusing on different sectors of the

options available on the market today.

architectural and design profession.

Enjoy the read.

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VAN DYCK’S NEW CARPET RANGES FOR SUMMER Van Dyck Floors is excited to bring you its latest carpet editions; Nature and Durban.

Nature is a WeatherSafe flatweave carpet perfect for both indoors and outdoors, while Durban offers you a unique design option to create a modern interior feel. These ranges are ideal for luxurious residential applications. Velocity has also undergone a colour update, giving you plenty of reasons to choose Van Dyck Carpets.

NATURE

DURBAN

VELOCITY RECOLOURED

wide

A tufted loop pile carpet

One of Van Dyck Floors

flatweave carpet that comes

range with a unique design.

most

in seven designs and colours

This

Velocity,

that

A

modern

can

is

available

affordable has

ranges,

undergone

almost

in seven rich colours of

an exciting colour update.

greys and browns and one

Three

flatweave surface, this type

ultramarine

add

been added to the range,

of carpet is durable and can

some spark to the range.

namely Hail, Cascade and

be used in an office, hotel

This carpet hides dirt and

Storm. Velocity is a vibrant,

or house and is very easy to

dust very well and is very

practical and durable carpet

clean and maintain. Nature

easy to clean and maintain.

that functions exceptionally

can be used as a wall-to-

Durban

well

wall carpet, as a finished

modern interior feel and

residential spaces. It now

rug,

outdoors

comes in 4m wide. This

has eight colours in total,

thanks to the nature of the

stylish broadloom carpet is

with shades of brown and

raw materials used and the

ideal for the most luxurious

grey to add colour to the

special

residential applications.

home.

or

match

range

any dĂŠcor. Thanks to the

even

WeatherSafe

protection.

4

4m

UV-

blue

offers

to

a

very

new

in

colours

frequently

have

used

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GOLD MEDAL FOR HABITO AT 2017 INNOVATION COMPETITION Saint-Gobain Gyproc’s Habito brand was recently

plasterboard going hand-in-hand with office

I’Innovation 2017, an innovation competition held in

partitions,” says Heidi Oliver, product manager at

France.

Saint-Gobain Gyproc, “but the material can do so

The competition, which highlights trends and innovations in construction, is the flagship event of

much more.”

She goes on to explain that Habito plasterboard

the Mondial du Bâtiment, a showcase of exhibitions

has the strength of bricks along with all benefits of

and trade shows that focus on materials and

drywall such as flexibility, as well as thermal and

solutions in the building industry.

acoustic aiding properties.

Habito plasterboards won gold in the Interior

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“In South African, we typically think about

presented with a gold medal at Concours de

The product was on display at the Saint-Gobain

Finishing category for its impact resistance, acoustic

Gyproc stand at the Bâtiment trade show held in

performance, and load bearing and fixing capability.

Paris from November 6 to 10 this year.

HIGH STRENGTH DRYWALL WITH THE STRENGTH OF BRICK* AND THE BENEFITS OF DRYWALL *Strong enough to handle 15kg per screw and

5 x more core strength than standard plasterboard

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AN IDEAL ALTERNATIVE FOR EYE-CATCHING FLOORS

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Let’s face it – with all the flooring options out there even the most skilled flooring professionals sometimes feel overwhelmed. So what should you choose? By nature, people strive for floors that are out of the ordinary, not mass produced and that will be adaptable to their everyday lives. It is for these exact reasons that Cemcrete is the obvious choice as the unique alternative.

BENEFITS OF COLOUR HARDENER

• Can be used for interior & exterior floors

• Can be used in conjunction with Cemcrete’s

• Suitable for domestic or commercial projects

• Colours concrete to a depth of 2-3mm – No risk

of colour being rubbed off or abraded

SuperScreed (10-20mm) where there are height

restrictions • Can be imprinted with patterns

• Extremely durable (but is dependent on screed

mix and curing)

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CRETECOTE Thin skim-on floor coating A coloured, thin film cement based floor covering which is versatile and durable. It is a two coat system which produces a 1.6mm smooth decorative finish ideal for internal domestic renovations. Comes complete with powder and catalyst as a twin pack.

unique

Creating distinctive cement finishes as as you are.

Manufacturers of Distinctive Decorative Coatings 10

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DID YOU KNOW that you can get creative and add some extra character to your floor finish by incorporating a tile, wood, aluminium strip, brick or pebble inlay? Alternatively, you could just have a standard cut line that will look like a giant tile.

The second flooring option is CreteCote, a 1,6mm cement-based skim-on coating, perfect for renovations.

BENEFITS OF CRETECOTE

• Thin skim-on coating

• Versatile application – can be used to coat

• Interior use only

• Application with a steel trowel

• Reaches a compressive strength of 35MPa after

counters & vanities 28 days (this is solely dependent on the screed)

CreteCote is a micro coating that was created to provide the look and feel of concrete, but at a fraction of the cost and weight of real concrete.

CRETECOTE COLOUR RANGE:

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LAMINATE FLOORING QUALITY IS EVERYTHING! For the past three years now Traviata Flooring has sourced its laminate flooring from Laminate Park GMBH in Heusweiler, Germany – without one single product claim in South Africa!!

There is definitely truth in the statement that “you get what you pay for” and nowhere is this truer than with regard to laminate flooring. So what is it that makes a quality laminate?

Perhaps the key element is the density of the core board.

Laminate Park produces some of the highest density core board available today. Add to this moisture resistant additives and a silicone wax treatment on all edges and you have a floor that really performs.

From an aesthetic perspective, the surface and edge treatments offer a variety of options. The different surface finishes include “In Register” embossing and “Natural Timber”.

Add to this the choice of square edge or V groove and you cater for almost every requirement.

On the practical side, the Laminate Park product utilises a “5G” Top Locking method for ease of installation and extra high strength joints.

Laminate Park is a member of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF), is PEFC certified in terms of sourcing timber raw materials from sustainable plantations and is approved in South Africa by SAWLFA, the South African Wood and Laminate Flooring Association.

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TILE TRENDS: WHAT’S STILL HOT

Union Tiles gives some feedback on tile trends going forward, based on happenings this year.

There were many who believed that the natural materials trend – where tiles were manufactured to look like wood, stone and other natural finishes – would start to fade.

But this trend is as strong as ever and many of the leading manufacturers in Spain and Italy have once again produced tiles with the natural appearance of wood, linen, granite, travertine, marble and cement.

The more experienced and quality driven manufacturers stand out through their use of colour and realistic surface effects.

What has become apparent it is a seeming lack of interest in the more monochromatic look, while the combination of structured and polished tiles is growing in popularity.

The realisation amongst many architects and designers is that the cheapest of imported products are very often not the best and, in many instances, these tend to fail the application they are used for. Specifiers

are asking questions about durability in combination with the aesthetic appeal of the product.

Natural stone….. Well, the durability and timelessness of this product just carries on. Marble, granite, travertine, quartzite, sandstone and limestone… these are the products of nature’s gods. Once you have been moved by the product and felt the pull of nature’s beauty you will not easily be persuaded to consider other products. The natural veining and vibrancy of marble is a delight to the senses. These are truly products that have been created for an eternity.

There are so many surprises to offer in terms of products, size, great quality and good pricing. Join Union Tiles for a feast of beauty that will inspire your senses. Many new products will be arriving shortly – watch this space!

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BIG, BEAUTIFUL VINYLS “BIG” is the buzzword at Belgotex Floors as they introduce two beautiful new LVT ranges – Penninsula and Portland – that are BIGGER and BROADER than the standard sizes.

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The new oversize vinyls bring the charm and beauty of natural wood to centre stage, in line with Belgotex’s passion for exquisite fashionable flooring.

Portland and Penninsula’s longer and wider plank dimensions – 230 x 1500mm – indulge the world’s love affair with timber tones and textures, covering a larger surface area per plank with far fewer joins.

Each range features a delicate wooden grain design with fewer characteristic markings such as repetitive knots or saddles. The simple, embossed matt surfaces bring the soft, natural textures and bevelled beauty of various timber species to life.

Portland’s range of eight rustic colourways include a distressed whitewashed option.

The company is confident that these beautiful ranges will prove to be the most aesthetically pleasing vinyls yet – no small claim given their experience in vinyl flooring over the past 8 years!

Made from 100% virgin PVC that contains no impurities or recycled content, Penninsula is ideal for corporate and commercial installations where organic materials and colours have been used. It’s available in eight contemporary colourways, from cooler, light shades with grey undertones to dark and dramatic colours, and this dry-back (stick-down) system provides a convenient, comfortable floor suitable for offices, retail outlets and large expanses.

The multi-layered 3mm surface helps improve productivity and concentration as it absorbs sound, while the superior 0.55mm wear layer provides antibacterial, UV-resistant protection for its glorious goodlooks.

Portland’s range of eight rustic colourways, including a popular distressed whitewashed option, adds a fashionable earthy appeal to residential interiors.

Bringing the beauty of Mother Nature

inside, it is engineered to stay as perfect as the day it was installed. The textured wooden surface is warm and comfortable underfoot, with a 0.3mm wear layer that provides added protection against scratches and water damage typical in households.

Both ranges have passed the tests for VOC’s and bear the vinyl.dot and SAVA logos for Product Stewardship, and are guaranteed to last for 10 years in a commercial setting or 20 years in a home.

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CEMCRETE’S TOP OUTDOOR TRENDS

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Outdoor living spaces are the latest and greatest trend for outdoor areas. Not only are they the muse behind memorable evenings underneath the stars, but they form a feature for any outdoor entertainment area. We take a look at our top 7 outdoor flooring trends using Cemcrete’s products.

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MIXING MATERIALS

One of the biggest trends we’ve seen this year is the combination of raw materials, the

most

popular

combo

being of raw concrete and wood.

We

got

the

look

using

Cemcrete’s Colour Hardener White.

FARM HOUSE FLAIR

Nothing beats a good old fashioned farm house feel. This trend is all about gathering the

family

for

creating

memorable moments.

We

got

the

look

using

Cemcrete’s Colour Hardener Grey

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3 CONTRAST

In this day and age, contrast is king! As an integral design element, contrast can be used to emphasise an area of interest.

We got the look for this pool house using Cemcrete’s CreteStain Black to acid wash the floors, CemWash Sandstone on the wall, and SatinCrete Beach Sand for the built-in seating.

GREIGE IS THE NEW BLACK

A word on the tip of everyone’s lips – Greige – a subtle combination

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of Grey and Beige that is now considered the go-to neutral.

We got the look using Cemcrete’s Colour Hardener White on the floors, contrasted with SatinCrete Dolphin Grey as a feature wall.

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TAKING THE INSIDE, OUT

A tranquil flow from your interior space to your exterior, this is one of the best ways to create the illusion of a larger space and to unify your home’s style throughout the space.

We got the look using CreteCote Grey inside and Colour Hardener Vanilla Bean on the outside floors.

RUSTIC FINISHES

Rustic finishes, like straw, stone and concrete create an eclectic look that emphasises nature.

We got the look using Colour Hardener Stone.

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BEACH HOUSE

Achieving a beach house styled outdoor living area is simpler than you think. Choose fresh colours and raw timber to bring the coast-line to your space.

We got the look using a special mix of Colour Hardener Stone and Colour Hardener White.

Regardless of which trend you find the most inspiring, Cemcrete’s products can be used to suit a multitude of different styles. For more information on their products check out their website, or visit one of the Cemcrete showrooms for a personalised tour of their products.

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USING COLOUR TO ALTER PERCEPTIONS

By Jane Herbst, Interior Decorator, Africote International

Africote recommends rejuvenating rooms and exteriors with a new coat of paint. Using colour effectively will make a space look smaller or larger, change the shape of a space and draw attention to focal points.

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There’s no better or more affordable way to freshen up rooms and exteriors than with a new coat of paint. Painting isn’t difficult and doesn’t require specialised training.

All you need is a little patience, practice, and some helpful advice. Recoating your walls in a different colour can change the personality of the entire room without you having to go to the expense of buying new furnishings.

Colour is even more exciting when we realise how it affects the way we see a space. Colour can alter our perception of a room’s size and shape. Different colours and even different values of the same colour have different effects. Lighter and cooler colours tend to recede as they appear further away. Darker and warmer colours advance, in that they

appear to move towards us. We can use this concept to make a space look larger or smaller, change the shape of a space, draw attention to focal points and positive aspects of a space, and hide or minimise the not-so-attractive features.

Be creative with what you already have.

Upgrade your existing furniture by either painting it up brightly or stripping it bare and adding a paint technique for a more natural look.

Once

you’ve

selected

your

colour,

decide on your choice of finish. A matt finish diffuses light, allowing it to hide imperfections on walls. Textured finishes absorb light, creating a sense of richness and depth, but are hard to clean and collect dust. A sheen finish reflects light and can be easily cleaned – this is perfect for high traffic areas.

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Photo by Ashim D’Silva

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THE WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL

BUILT

1999–2003

OPENED

October 24, 2003

BUILDING COST

$130 million

PARKING COST

$110 million

ARCHITECT

Frank Gehry

CAPACITY

2,265

CLICK TO VIEW PROJECT ON SPECIFILE

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

IMISON™ INTERNAL PARTITION & EXTERNAL FACADE WALLS For use in new and refurbishment projects across the building spectrum, inclusive of commercial to residential conversions, hotels, and student accommodation.

Wall types and thicknesses cater for any market application ranging from entry to mid-market rental

include pre-manufactured sub-frames for doors and

units all the way up to luxury apartments in mid

windows, and in some cases, complete window and

/ high rise apartments, whilst offering the same

door frame assemblies.

benefits, regardless of the application.

Imison™ consists of a range of interlocking wall

Once the panels have been erected, grooves are cut into the panels for the installation of the

panels, made from either EPS or BASF Neopor.

plumbing and electrical conduit. Once pinned into

Panels are pre-cut in accordance with a panel plan

position with wire ties, a steel mesh is installed over

that is based on the architectural design of the

the panels for the application of Fibrecote. This can

structure. Steel studs/columns are inserted into

also be substituted with an alkali resistant fiberglass

grooves that have been cut into the wall panels

mesh, both to be spaced away from the panel in

by a CNC machine. The panels are then stood

order to be roughly in the middle of the Fibrecote

and secured to the slab using brackets or a pre-

plaster.

positioned track. Depending on application, the top

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beam into the top of the panel. Panels may also

The panel kit is manufactured according to a

of the panel is secured by fixing the stud to a track

Technical Pack, for a specific project. The Panel Kit

or bracket on the roof slab, or by inserting a ring

will always include the Imison™ Panels, joiners and

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filler Panels, but may also include other items specified for the assembly of the structure. These items may include: Studs, tracks, ring beams, wall anchors, brackets, windows frames, mesh, Imison™ GM401 Polymer, Imison™ PE06-08 Fibers etc.

FEATURES

LIGHT WEIGHT AND STRONG •• Imison™ is the only light weight and solid walling system on the

market for partitioning and facade wall applications •• Weight = Under 105kg/m2 •• Same look and feel of a brick wall •• High performance, superior strength & weight ratios •• No design limitations

SPEED • Up to 30% – 50% reduction in construction periods • Smaller construction teams are required, using minimal plant and equipment • Dramatic reduction in P&G’s over the duration of construction LOW MAINTENANCE • Imison™ walls are highly durable and, as a result, require less maintenance than conventional bricks and mortar or dry-walling applications • Robust – stand up to the wear and tear from tenants ENERGY EFFICIENT • R-Value of 3.7 = Imison™ walls are massively energy efficient • The equivalent brick wall has an R-Value of approximately 0.5 • Up to 80% reducing energy costs • Acoustic Performance • 43 Rw (DB) rated FIRE RATING • 30 minute fire rated • 60 minute fire rated

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COST SAVINGS ADVANTAGES

CONSTRUCTION COSTS • Little or no specialised structural reinforcements and engineering costs • Overall saving on project duration, labour, plant, equipment and P & G’s as a result of faster execution CAPITAL COSTS • Speed of construction results savings in building material inflation, funding costs as well as construction insurance costs • Earlier tenant occupation, accelerated returns, increased rental income and margins EFFICIENCY AND LITTLE WASTE • Pre-manufactured product delivered to site, results in significantly lower wastage than conventional alternatives • Flexible to adapt to changes on site MATERIALS HANDLING • Imison™ panels weigh significantly less than bricks resulting in a saving in materials handling costs MAINTENANCE COSTS • Solid and durable – maintenance costs are reduced and will not require the frequency or extent of repair typically required with dry walling • Lower upkeep costs ENERGY AND COST OF OWNERSHIP • Save Up to 80% on energy costs • Property owners can plan more efficiently for the future, initially ask for lower rentals in order to secure occupancy

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BENEFITS

Capacity • Imison™ has licensed manufacturing facilities across South Africa.

• Production capacity is easily scaled to meet demand, regardless of construction locations, on time and with unparalleled precision.

SUPPORT • A host of support tools have been developed and are made available to the property developer and the appointed professional team throughout the design, costing, planning and implementation stages.

TRAINING • Training on the system is fast and certification is available to any credible construction company that wishes to build with Imison™ technology.

• Up to 90% of local or un-skilled labour, including woman can be trained = employment.

CERTIFICATION • Imison™ is a member of the Green Building Council of South Africa.

• Is fully certified with Agrèment SA. • Bondable by all the major financial services institutions in South Africa.

• Imison™ does comply with the SANS204 standard.

PROVEN • The Imison™ technology has been successfully used in luxury and affordable homes, mass housing, high-rise apartments, hotels, schools, commercial, and industrial buildings and offers the same benefits, regardless of the application.

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GLOW IN THE DARK CONCRETE

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An impressive addition to Chryso’s range of decorative concretes is LuminTech, which comprises a variety of different luminescent particles that are applied to the surface and incorporated into the concrete skin. During the day these particles look like natural aggregates but they also absorb both natural and artificial UV radiation. After dark, the particles release the energy to illuminate selected areas of a building or home.

LuminTech offers exciting new design possibilities for architects, landscapers and home-owners. This innovative technology can be used to illuminate and enhance the

architectural

lines

of

an

urban

building at night, or highlight a domestic terrace or garden pathway, or the edges of a swimming pool. The intensity of the illumination depends on the volume of particles scattered on the concrete skin.

Available in four colours, the particles are ideal for outdoor use as they are not epoxy-based.

LuminTech’s glowing appearance can generally be seen for more than 10 hours after dark, and can be used as luminous nocturnal marking in lowlight areas or even replace electric lighting on cycle paths, for example.

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The luminous concrete marking enhances quality of life as it clearly defines spaces, making it easier for users to find their way in the dark.

Applying LuminTech merely calls for

the

the particles to be placed on the concrete

choice of daytime colours differ from the

surface. It also requires no manual input

colours glowing in the dark.

to ‘switch on’ and just needs conventional decorative

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offer designers creative potential:

concrete

maintenance:

LuminTech should ideally be used on exposed aggregate concrete in conjunction

washing the surface occasionally with

with

soapy water. Even in daylight, the particles

surface retarder. The luminous particles

Chryso’s

Deco

Lav

water-based

PATENTED BREAKTHROUGH TECHNOLOGY

• Durable • Decorative • Excellent glow time (more than 10 hours) • Environmentally friendly • Easy to place and maintain • Good resistance to breakage • No additional maintenance costs

APPLICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Garden paths and walkways • Terraces • Swimming pool surrounds • Pavements, cycle paths and unlit roundabouts

are also suitable for polished concrete surfaces although this application is not widely used. The durability of LuminTech is another strong positive factor as its luminosity does not deteriorate over time.

LuminTech friendly

light

is

an

source

environmentallyas

its

particles

are sourced from composite recycled material and natural mineral pigments.

Its technology meets several French and European standards and strongly resists impact and friction. It is also not affected by freeze-thaw cycles.

V I E W B R OC H U R E

• Surface-retarded and polished concrete

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BUILDING BRICKS FROM BOILER ASH A team of students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has designed a brick that not only reduces the amount of rubbish going into India’s landfills, but also is also cheap to manufacture and significantly reduces environmental pollution.

The aim of their research was to solve problems

building material for centuries due to its

energy consumption and greenhouse gas

local availability and low cost, this new

emissions by recycling industrial waste

eco-friendly brick may help counteract

into masonry construction materials.

the negative environmental and social

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countries

topsoil

like

depletion,

fired bricks have been the most popular

high-

In

of

India

where

clay

impacts surrounding its production.

WHAT IS THE ECO-BLAC BRICK MADE OF?

It consists of 70% boiler ash, a byproduct

alkali-activation technology, which is a

of combustion during energy production

low-energy process, and offers several

at small- and medium-sized factories.

advantages of traditional clay fire bricks.

Currently, this ash has no application due

Prototypes they have produced thus far

to its variability in physical and chemical

include standard side bricks as well as

properties, and is landfilled at great

road pavers. The bricks cure at ambient

expense to both the environment and

temperature (ABM), the temperature of

factory owners. The boiler ash is mixed

the air surrounding a power supply or

with sodium hydroxide, lime, and a small

cooling medium, which is around 20°C –

amount of clay to form the bricks.

25°C (68°F to 77°F).

Their goal is to produce the bricks using

The Eco-BLAC Brick was an award-winning finalist in the 2015 MIT $100K Accelerate Entrepreneurship competition.

VIDEO ECO-BLAC BRICKS: MASONRY FROM INDUSTRIAL WASTE - WITH MICHAEL LARACY

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THE HEXAGON RETURNS RETRO PATTERNED WALL AND FLOOR TILES

Latest design trends are now shifting in the direction of decorative elements and composition patterns, combinations reminiscent of vintage style, created around the theme of memory. The shapes and details of the past weave a material fabric complete with recollections and historical allure.

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At the forefront of this beguiling retro pattern is undoubtedly the Hexagon Tile.

This format is set to once again play a role in every room in the house. Walls and floors become a blank canvas that make it possible to create combinations and colourful mix & match effects, able to blend perfectly in with interior design elements.

The Hexagon tile expresses a creative approach that brings a style in the past back into the present.

These exciting new tiles

are available from Union Tiles in a variety of materials such as: • Porcelain or Terrazzo, with Terrazzo being available in 3 different finishes dependant on application • Lava Stone (non-slip) – for external applications • Smooth Polished – for internal applications, and • Rustico finish – for light duty applications.

Create an element of mystery with these three

colour

3D

handmade

Hexagonal

patterned tiles, which play with the mind whether used on walls or floors, ideal for a wall in the bathroom or to create a unique corner in the home.

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LIVING ART & LIVING SCREENS USE PLANTS TO ENHANCE YOUR SURROUNDING

There are many reasons to consider bringing plants into your living or working environment. Plants improve air quality by photosynthesising and releasing oxygen into the air, and also act as biofilters for impurities.

Acoustics are also enhanced as plants absorb sound and help with diffraction. Plants promote better health & wellness through a spiritual connection to nature which is missing in the modern concrete jungle.

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LivePicture bridges the gap between plant and art to offer a constant talking point as the arrangement changes over time. Unusual and beautiful, LivePicture brings new life and interest to any bare wall. It hangs on the wall as easily as a painting, and no electricity or water connection is needed. Instead, the living picture has a smart, integrated watering system.

LivePicture can be supplied in white, silver grey or charcoal / anthracite. Other colours are available on request.

LivePicture is guaranteed for one year (not applicable to the plant cassette)

FEATURES

• Exchangeable plant cassettes • No electricity needed • Water supply for 6 weeks • No water connection, drain or irrigation needed • Manual water refill • Quick and easy installation • Smart and silent water level indicator • Indoor and outdoor application • High quality frames

LIVING GREEN SCREENS FOR USE AS LIVING OFFICE DIVIDERS AND OR EXTERIOR LIVING SCREENS

This

patented

Mobilane

system

comprises a metal grid that is entirely covered with vegetation. These plants are planted in compost in a biodegradable pot, which is attached to the bottom of

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the metal grid. The biodegradable pot is made from coconut fibres held together by natural latex. After planting the Green Screen,

the

entirely

organic

planters

degrade within one to two years and the plants will root in the surrounding subsoil.

FEATURES

• Available in different types • Available in different heights, depending on

plant variety

• Posts and fixing materials also available • Reduces fine dust • Contributes to biodiversity

BENEFITS

• Dense, green hedge creates immediate privacy • Easy to maintain • Sustainable and attractive divider for the surroundings • Can be planted throughout the year, except

during frost periods

• High-quality fencing with 10-year guarantee

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PROJECT OVERVIEW

STEVE JOBS THEATER

The Steve Jobs Theater is a place for us to gather. It provides an opportunity for our friends and visitors to experience Apple Park and, from time to time, share in the excitement of our new products. We worked incredibly hard to create a uniquely simple and beautiful environment.

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Sir Jonathan Ive, Chief Design Officer at Apple

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The Steve Jobs Theater embodies an extraordinary eight-year collaboration between Apple and Foster + Partners at Apple Park.

Positioned atop a small hill, some way

metric tonnes), with just four layers of glass

into the park, the Theater is reached via

forming the structural support. It comprises

a gentle, winding walk through verdant

44 identical radial panels, which were

parkland. This offers an opportunity to

assembled on-site and carefully craned into

slow down before you begin a carefully

position onto the completed glass cylinder in

choreographed sequence of architectural

a single lift. All its services, such as electric

experiences.

conduits and sprinkler pipes, are invisibly

A lens-shaped roof rests gently on a transparent 22-foot- (6.6-metre-) tall and 135-foot-

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(41.1-metre-)

diameter

integrated within the thin silicone joints between the curved glass panels.

glass

The purity of the lobby finds resonance

cylinder. The largest carbon-fibre roof

in the ambitious custom glass elevator. In a

in the world, it weighs 80.7 tons (73.2

world-first, it uses helical guide rails to rotate

the car 171 degrees between levels. Two

audience. It can comfortably host small

sculpted-stone stairways provide a slower

internal gatherings as well as large events.

descent into the belly of the Theater. The

After an event, the rear wall re-opens,

stairways culminate in a tight, compressed

returning guests to the third major space

space, surrounded by three stone walls and a

in the sequence. The seemingly permanent

stainless-steel drum made of sliding panels.

stainless-steel drum disappears to reveal a

The stone wall on the far side rises to reveal

flexible sun-lit gathering space.

a 1,000-seater auditorium that brings people together to share in a collective experience.

Great care was given to the geometry and seating arrangement to ensure the closest relationship between presenter and

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GLASS ELEVATOR

• The Steve Jobs Theater’s glass elevator stands at 42 feet (12.8 metres) high.

• The elevator uses three helical guide rails to rotate the elevator car 171 degrees, moving it from one level to the next.

• It is the first passenger elevator in the world to rotate on helical guides and is believed to be the tallest free-standing, glass elevator in the world.

• The elevator uses extremely strong, chemically- tempered glass from Italy.

• Almost all the internal structure for the elevator cab was milled from solid aluminum, with all components arranged and tuned to create an ideal strength to weight ratio.

• The elevator was designed, engineered and fabricated by seven companies, with the help of California State Elevator Board, over two and a half years.

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CARBON FIBRE ROOF

• The Theater lobby roof is the largest self- supporting fully carbon fibre roof in the world.

• The roof has a 155-foot (47-metres) diameter and spans 135 feet (41.1 metres) between the glass walls.

• The roof weighs 80.7 tonnes (73.2 metric tonnes), and is large enough to completely cover a Boeing 757 airplane.

• With each section averaging 70 feet (21.3 metres) long and 11 feet (3.3 meters) wide, the entire roof assembly can be compared to a network of 44 yachts arranged in a circle.

• On-site, the roof panels were re-assembled in a staging area adjacent to the lobby structure and lifted onto the glass all at once.

LOBBY GLASS

underground theater is 50 feet (15.2 metres) wide.

AUDITORIUM • The Theater lobby draws inspiration from the technology of glass stairs and glass facades developed for Apple retail stores and takes it to a new level.

• It is the largest glass-supported structure in the world.

• Each 9.8-foot (3-metre) by 22-foot (6.7-metre) glass panel is a four-ply laminate and two inches (5.08 cm) thick.

• Sprinkler pipes, power, data, audio, and security run through conduits concealed in the 44 silicon joints between glass panels.

• The glazing features the first curved, laminated glass fittings in the world.

• The facade and roof are base-isolated from the ground and designed to withstand up to magnitude eight earthquakes.

• The fan-shaped plan of the auditorium and the curving rows of seats were designed to create a feeling of intimate proximity with the person on stage as well as between members of the audience.

• Milled from solid domestic white oak, the wooden fins that line the auditorium’s interior help to dissipate sound and also contribute to the warmer interior characteristic of the auditorium. The intermittent fabric panels between each fin absorb amplified sound, limiting reflections back into the audience. They also conceal a network of more than 40 wall- speakers.

• The custom-designed leather seating was

STONE STAIRWAYS AND STONE WALL

hand-made by Italian artisans at Poltrona Frau.

• Over two years and many mock-ups, the design team developed a unique process of curving the wood flooring planks and grain to match the arc of the seating rows. Straight domestic white oak boards are divided equally into five strips,

• Originating from Bari in the south of Italy, the Serpeggiante Castagna limestone in the Theater was specifically selected and sourced for Apple

and glued into the desired radius, resulting in a unique visual connection between floor and seating.

Park.

• Cutting-edge modeling and advanced five-axis milling machines were used under the watchful

LOWER LOBBY

eyes of Italian craftspeople. Each piece was hand sanded, finished, and sandblasted before being mounted to check for alignment.

• For the complex pieces at the top and bottom of the stairway, the artisans had to take over, manually sculpting the handrail termination and making sure of precise alignments with their machined counterparts.

• The stone wall takes only 11 seconds to open

• 20-foot (6.1-metre) high movable wall panels that conceal the space upon entry are retracted to dramatically reveal the space. Each weigh 2,000lbs (one metric tonne) and are clad in stainless steel from Japan.

completely.

• When completely open, the entrance to the

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