Architectum 01 2018 (English Version)

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IN THIS ISSUE: Contemporary roofs & faรงades Unusual aesthetic solutions Custom-made products

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CHRISTOF DOMENIG CEO Clay Building Materials Europe

UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY WITH CERAMIC MATERIALS The use of clay bricks, blocks, and tiles is a key trend in contemporary architecture. As these highly versatile materials can be combined in countless ways, they are a great source of inspiration for creative minds. Moreover, because clay building materials are perfect for construction projects, they do not limit creativity – they enhance and boost it. Modern architects enjoy the freedom of exploring working with bricks and tiles and continue to use them to construct outstanding buildings.

There are many ways to use ceramic materials to create unusual aesthetic solutions: forming brick screens, integrating relief effects, laying special masonry bonds, unusual colour choices, and using roof tiles for a façade are just some of the possibilities. We work in partnership with architects to develop innovative products and deliver truly unique solutions.

Thanks to our extensive experience, we are able to help craft vibrant new building materials – custom-made to suit contemporary architecture. From special glazing, and unique structures or profiles, to whole new formats – we love creating exciting new solutions for architects. Facing bricks and roof tiles are materials that lend themselves to innovation, and which will continue to impress. Take a look at our featured projects to see for yourself the effects that can be achieved – the results are remarkable!

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MULTI FAMILY 16 STUNNING FACADES FOR A RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX Russia 20 FLOWING FAÇADES FOR STUDENTS The Netherlands 22 GREY BRICK SCREENS FOR A FORMER WORKSHOP United Kingdom

PUBLIC STANDARDS 04 NEWS 05 NIKOLAJ HARVING – Interview

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24 A SCHOOL CLOAKED IN CRAYONS France 28 VIBRANT TEMPLE OF SPORT Belgium 30 A PLACE FOR MODERN RESEARCH MADE FROM TRADITIONAL RED BRICK China

08 MATCHING ROOF AND FAÇADE Belgium

34 COVERED IN IRIDESCENT AND SHIMMERING LAVA France

10 HANDMADE CLAY TILES BREATHE LIFE INTO THIS HOME United Kingdom

36 TASTEFUL INTERIOR FOR A RESTAURANT Belgium

14 SHINING GREEN FACADE FOR A HOUSE EXTENSION Belgium

38 CUTTING-EDGE ARCHITECTURE PERFECT FOR THE OLD CITY Germany

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METAAL FACING BRICK SERIES EXTENDED WITH SHADES OF GREY Aluminium, Cesium, Chroom, Kobalt and Nikkel are the five new shades of grey that Wienerberger Netherlands has added to its ‘Metaal’ facing bricks series to fulfil the growing demand for subtler colour schemes.

The series of grey metallic shades includes bricks produced in different textures, such as hand moulded and formed. The Aluminium, Cesium, Kobalt and Nikkel bricks are enriched with coal, which gives them a distinctive pattern. They are sintered either on or in the bricks.

The shades range from cool to warm tones, with hints of beige or brown, a total of 13 different colours are available coming in different textures – grained or smooth, sanded or unsanded in an even or mixed batch.

The ‘Metaal’ series is not an everyday solution, the facing bricks are produced only on specific customer order.

The variety of textures is what makes the ‘Metaal’ facing brick series so special.

STRIKING COLOURS FOR ROOF AND FAÇADE – ALÉONARD GLAZED TILES These colourful tiles are an impressive piece of craftsmanship. They have been manufactured in France using traditional techniques for almost 140 years.

Aléonard roof tiles are hand-glazed and lend themselves to a wide range of creative applications. Choose from 10 different styles, 12 colour variants, and 36 different effects to give your roof, façade, or interior a unique and contemporary look that best reflects your personal architectural style.

Aléonard glazed tiles create vibrant, eye-catching surfaces.

ULTIMA TFP LOW PITCH ROOF TILE A new patented innovation from France is now available for high-performance roofing with a low pitch. The Ultima TFP fits perfectly to pitches as low as 12 degrees (with underlay) for a truly contemporary flat roof look.

The interlocking tiles have a deep headlap to guarantee water tightness, ensuring the durability of your roof. They can be laid in straight or staggered courses. Available in three colours – slate grey, black titanium and grey titanium.

High-performance roofing with a low pitch and a contemporary look.

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REDEVELOPMENT OF HISTORIC SITE IN MODERN BRICK

© Photos: Rasmus Hjortshøj - COAST, Helene Høyer Mikkelsen, COBE architects.

The historic warehouses and storehouses in Copenhagen Harbor count among the most beautiful industrial ­areas in Denmark. Krøyers Plads remained untouched for a long time: Many project developers got engaged in the abandoned area and proposed concepts that were all rejected by the local population. In the end, the decision was made to develop the compound in a participative and direct democratic manner.

Nikolaj Harving, Project Manager of COBE Architects Denmark talks about their successful approach.

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ou have won several awards for your project Krøyers Plads in Copenhagen. Could you tell us more about the project?

Our project was based on the question: how can we design an interesting housing development? We wanted to create an alternative to the usual concept of replicating a given apartment model. So we developed 105 different apartments! Small ones and bigger ones, so families, individuals, or couples could choose a size and design to suit their needs. Krøyers Plads is a refreshing alternative to the usual, monotonous apartment buildings. When we started, the intention was that two thirds of the buildings would be used as office space. Now, all of the buildings are used exclusively for apartments, except for the

ground floors, where there is retail space. This way, the ground floor is an inviting, public space that stimulates urban life in the neighbourhood.

Before your proposal was accepted, a lot of other suggestions were turned down. Could you describe your successful approach? What made the difference?

Before our concept was accepted, there had been ongoing discussions and plans for more than a decade.

Our design was convincing for several reasons. One of them was adapting to fit the historic setting. Our strong focus on the surrounding buildings, and the fact that we incorporated the district’s atmosphere and history into our design, was key. Involving the <

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Krøyers Plads comprises 105 apartments featuring between 80 and 250 square meters of living space, numerous shops and restaurants, as well as a supermarket.

< neighbourhood in a participatory process was an important factor. We had to contend with a lot of regulations, because the development site is in a central location and forms part of Copenhagen’s historic city centre. Ultimately, we were successful because we managed to unite scale, materials, and architectural context in our plans.

What were the challenges involved in integrating a modern design into the surrounding historic structures of the harbour?

Krøyers Plads blends in perfectly with the historic urban environment of Copenhagen’s harbour front and the streetscape. Façade proportions, roof heights and, of course, orientation of the building complex, all play a key role in balancing the architectural heaviness. Inspired by the surrounding historic warehouse buildings along the harbour, and their rough brickwork, we initiated a dialogue between the new and old buildings. The choice of materials was important.

It was at a very early stage that we decided the buildings should be constructed in brick.

Where there any challenges during the design process?

There were many. At COBE, we always want to challenge the “usual way” of doing things. We had to blend modern architecture into a historical context. What we did was to reinvent the warehouse-style buildings of 300 years ago. We analysed their proportions and designed the new buildings accordingly. So the cornices of our buildings match those of the surrounding

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older buildings. The location also posed a challenge: due to its proximity to the city centre, the area is very expensive. Therefore, we didn’t want to just construct a generic building there; rather, we wanted to include residents in the planning – a democratic process. The strict conformity of the surroundings presented a further challenge – the site is between warehouses with a very high degree of symmetry. For example, although the roofs vary in colour, they appear to have been cut in one piece. That was one of the reasons why we chose to use the same materials for both the roof and façade.

We wanted to preserve this impression of a monolith.

All the tiles look slightly different and therefore create a special aesthetic on the building’s facade – how was that achieved?

The differences are very subtle. The bricks are in red and black, the roof tiles have more of a blackish

Nikolaj Harving, Project Manager, COBE Architects Denmark.

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In collaboration with Wienerberger, a shingle-like brick, which covers the entire roof landscape and parts of the façade, was not only produced but also developed.

shade – they match the surroundings. We designed them ourselves; the surface of the tiles is roughened with sandpaper to create a varied structure.

Why was it necessary to create a new product for this project?

We wanted to be able to design our own individual bricks, to ensure a perfect fit. We found the idea of completely red buildings super interesting. We wanted the roof & façade to be constructed from the same material, and there was no doubt that we would work with bricks. When visiting a Wienerberger brick factory in the Netherlands, we found out about the many design possibilities they offer. And at an affordable price.

It was the starting point of our journey. The process of collaboration was an enjoyable experience, and we found bricks to be an inspiring material.

Could you describe how your office collaborated with Wienerberger during that process?

Dan Stubbergaard (Creative Director and founder of COBE) and I, together with our partners, Vilhelm Lauritzen Architects, visited the production site several times. The process was very sophisticated; we felt like ceramic artists. We started playing with clay to find out about its different characteristics. We were working like ceramists: scratching the surface, and tossing it in different kinds of powder to affect the surface. During the whole process of developing a new material, we found Wienerberger’s approach very open-minded, very responsive to our demands and ideas.

»Thanks to the different bricks, and their equally varied structures, we were able to respond to the surroundings and prompt a dialogue between old and new, between lightness and heaviness.« COBE Architects

Why do you like working with ceramic materials?

Before, I had the impression that working with bricks would mean putting together pre-fabricated pieces of material. But it is the opposite. You can create your own material. The texture of ceramic materials is very special, and every brick is unique. Developing a special material for a project ties in well with COBE’s idea of challenging the traditional ways of doing things. >

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MATCHING ROOF AND FAÇADE This single-family house in Veurne, Belgium combines a business premises and a family home at the same time.

The roof and the façade blend into each other and were realised with ceramic materials.

LIVING AND WORKING BY THE WATER The “Living room with a view” dwelling is situated on a corner plot with a view over the canal. Advantage of this unique location was taken by creating a generous sitting area with large viewing windows. It is partly covered by the building, offering shade and protection when needed.

RELAXED STYLE The client wanted a modern, but above all calm architecture. The structure is contemporary, but at the same time it is serene – creating a laid back and feel-good atmosphere. This is also reflected in the choice of natural materials that envelope the building – ceramic facing bricks and roof tiles.

Both blend together, providing additional tranquillity.

A PERFECT COMBINATION The architect had already successfully worked with the same facing bricks.

So, he was looking for a small-scale, plain tile for the ‘tone-on-tone’ look of the façades and the roof. Plain smooth clay tiles in the colour Amarant proved to be the most successful combination.

The result is a stunning and pleasantly subtle house that fulfils all of the client’s requirements. >

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FACTS & FIGURES Project name Living room with a view, Veurne, Belgium Architect Peter Verhaeghe Client Private Products used Terca Caracterra Hectic en Koramic Tegelpan 301 Amarant Year of completion 2014

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he client needed office space for his engineering agency as well as a home for his family.

The dwelling architect Peter Verhaeghe created offers enough space for both. To ensure privacy the two parts are clearly separated from each other by the concrete carport, located in the middle. This position also grants direct access from both parts of the house.

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The client wanted a modern, but above all calm architecture.

The structure is contemporary, but at the same time it is serene â&#x20AC;&#x201C; creating a laid back and feel-good atmosphere.

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HANDMADE CLAY TILES BREATHE LIFE INTO THIS HOME Caring Wood is an extensive country home project set in 84Â acres of scenic Kentish countryside in the United Kingdom. It is a magnificent house with the space for three generations of the same family, incorporating formal, communal and private spaces. The project was recently the winner of 2017 RIBA House of the Year.

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he architects faced a challenging brief: to embody the spirit of the English country house in a design which would embrace its context and landscape, while simultaneously providing a carbon neutral response to climate change. Aesthetic ambitions, practical needs and sustainable principles dictated every choice of material and fundamental element, especially the roof.

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NO ORDINARY ROOF Their roofing design involved a combination of shapes and angles that demanded a durable and adaptable roof tile product. After an extensive search comparing suppliers and products, architects James Macdonald Wright and Niall Maxwell agreed on handmade clay roof tiles.

The architects chose traditional tiles for two reasons.

Firstly, they liked the natural aesthetic, which is <

Caring Wood was designed to accommodate three generations, and the building comprises four towers set around a central inner courtyard.

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Inspired by the traditional oast houses of Kent, Caring Wood revives local building crafts and traditions, including locally sourced handmade clay tiles, locally quarried ragstone and coppiced chestnut cladding.

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< imbued with a distinctive finish and warmth of colour. And secondly, the design made handling and laying a simple and easy process for contractors.

The architects were meticulous in their detailing and planning and so were attracted to these specific tiles because of their dedicated and flexible service.

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DRIVEN BY DESIGN The project team worked hard to ensure that nothing was left to chance – every angle and shape was specifically detailed and modelled in advance. It was a very design-led construction the architects had a site office and were on hand to fix, help, advise and look at all the different details working closely with the contractor Complete Roofing Contractors. The 153,000 tiles added together to create a striking appearance for the country home’s roof. They were gradually delivered throughout each stage of the project and were produced using traditional handmade techniques over a period of a year.

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BEAUTIFUL AND SUSTAINABLE The finished property boasts exceptional sustainability, with both the main

Project name Caring Wood, Kent, United Kingdom Architect James Macdonald Wright and Niall Maxwell

Products used Keymer County Peg Antique Year of completion 2017

house and cottage achieving the best local energy rating. The design of the house and landscaping were jointly considered to contribute to, protect and enhance the local environment.

Caring Wood’s sustainability is addressed through a low energy design and the use of clean green technologies, but also in the application of regional building form, material choices and detailing. Having created the framework for the house and estate, it will now evolve to suit changing family needs, while the material will maintain their performance and aesthetic integrity. >

»Beyond the impression of sublime craftsmanship and spatial grandeur this house offers, Caring Wood leads us to fundamentally question how we might live together in the future.« RIBA House of the Year 2017 jury chair, Deborah Saunt.

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SHINING GREEN FACADE FOR A HOUSE EXTENSION The town house in Zurenborg, Belgium consists of traditional brick; the rear extension is covered in the same material but thanks to its glazing shines in bright green. It matches well with the green garden scenery in the back yard.

FACTS & FIGURES Project name Town house in Zurenborg, Belgium Architect P8-Architecten, Hansi Ombregt, Schoten Client Private

Vertical masonry was used and some of the bricks where rotated 90° so that the continuous beds are vertical, a good option when designing expressive façades.

Products used Terca Green glazed Date of completion 2015

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reen is in. A green roof, a green façade etc., there is no shortage of creative ideas. House plants and plant motifs are back, combining urban flair with natural accents. The colour green radiates calm, it gives strength and energy. The outer shell of this town house´s extension also follows this trend. On the street side the building looks classical but in the rear garden an exciting contrast can be seen. A contemporary facade solution fits perfectly between the existing old dividing walls.

NEW REAR BUILDING To create more space in the traditional structure an extension was needed. It houses a new kitchen and a dining room for the whole family. The Art Nouveau tiles inside the dining room also have a green tint. The choice of the same colour for the rear building was quickly made.

In the back yard, the rear façade was brought back to the line of the original building. This created the much-needed space to build another floor for the newly built extension. The existing windows were kept where possible to provide maximum daylight.

SPECIAL COLOUR AND VERTICAL MASONRY Besides its fresh colour, the glazed bricks also add a touch of plasticity to the façade. Vertical masonry was used and some of the bricks where rotated 90° so that the continuous beds are vertical, a good option when designing expressive façades. The volume ties in beautifully with the climbing plants growing against the rear building over the dividing walls. It forms a fresh, green space within an urban environment. >

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STUNNING FACADES FOR A RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX The Park Rublevo project is a premium, new-build residential complex located in parkland, just 20 minutes from downtown Moscow, Russia. All the building units were covered with a customised brick that was developed in cooperation with the architects.

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n close proximity to the city, but surrounded by nature, this prestigious residential project embodies modern living. The project includes 22 residential buildings with 480 flats and is located near the Moskva river. The apartments have terraces or garden views. The buildings are arranged in pairs to share underground parking most efficiently. The development itself is a car-free zone.

MORE THAN HOUSING The complex has a unique landscaping design, situated near the water and within a park, and was constructed using only high-quality materials. It fulfils the criteria for a premium development, and all residents have access to sever- <

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The architects designed their own brick especially for the project.

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The project includes 22 residential buildings with 480 flats, and is located near the Moskva river.

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< al sports facilities, including a tennis court. Playgrounds, leisure areas, jogging and bicycle lanes, and a jetty on the river, all complement the leisure offerings of the complex. The whole area is surrounded by trees that are hundreds of years old, and which have been preserved. The locations of the buildings were carefully selected to minimise their impact on

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the natural surroundings. After construction, the park was finished with additional, decorative trees, shrubs, and flower beds.

CUSTOM-MADE BRICKS This prestigious project needed a special brick. The architects already had a precise colour in mind, and worked together with

© Photos: Wienerberger Russia, Tsimailo lyashenko & partners

»We tried to create the feeling of a ruined house with the covered window niches, to make a link between our project and the surrounding area, to put it into context and embrace the diversity of the area.«

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The custom-made bricks were laid using a special relief technique.

FACTS & FIGURES Project name Park Rublevo, near Moscow, Russia Architect Tsimailo lyashenko & partners Client OPIN Products used Terca customised design Year of completion 2016

Wienerberger to create their own façade brick. The naturally beautiful material was laid using a special relief technique to create a contemporary, yet timeless aesthetic.

PRIZE-WINNING The Park Rublevo development has been much praised by property market experts and has been recognised as the best housing development in several categories at many of the most prestigious residential property architectural awards in Russia and Europe. Most recently, it was named “The Best Residential Property” in the European Property Awards 2016-2017. >

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»During a visit the five investors all picked their own type of brick.«

FLOWING FAÇADES FOR STUDENTS The city of Utrecht in the Netherlands houses a lot of students. Affordable accommodation is hard to get.

That´s why five parents took matters into their own hands and founded an initiative to build houses for sixteen students. The students share a joint living room, kitchen and a beautiful brick façade.

DIVERSITY AND UNITY Familiar features include staggered windows and masonry bonds. The architect, Bureau Kroner, examined the work at a more abstract level and opted for diversity and unity at the same time. For instance, the façades differ in height and alternate in depth. Three houses are positioned along the building line, whilst two houses were shift-

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FACTS & FIGURES Project name Ryelanden student housing, Utrecht, The Netherlands Architect Bureau Kroner architects Parent Initiative Pickkers Consult BV Client Stichting Studentengroepswoningen.nl Products used Terca Pioenroos, Terca Douro Porto Reduced, Terca Dinkelrood Reduced, Terca Rutiel, Terca Tigris Flash, Terca Dommelrood Reduced Year of completion 2017

ed backwards slightly. During a visit to the brick manufacturer the five investors all hand-selected their own type of brick – one for each student home.

INDIVIDUAL FLOW The most remarkable variation is the flowing masonry work, which gives each building its own personal flow. In consultation with the bricklayers the stones were placed in a 3D model by the architects with variations of 2.5 millimetres and more.

The façade bricks were cut in a customised manner and laid in place professionally. The south-facing façade ensures a striking play on shadows – depending on the position of the sun.

Although they seem different from the outside, behind the dynamic façades are five identical houses, based on prefab elements, providing 16 students with beautiful and affordable housing. >

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ive parents who preferred investing their money in real estate rather than putting their money in the bank were mainly seeking a return on their investment. The entire building shell, including the internal shell elements, was made of prefabricated concrete. At the same time, these ‘collective private clients’ had quality in mind: that’s why they chose a beautiful and customised brick façade for their project.

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The five different staggered faรงade bricks and the differently flowing masonry work create a special dynamic.

A concept that provides a distinction between the faรงades but also creates unity when it comes to the whole building block.

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GREY BRICK SCREENS FOR A FORMER WORKSHOP Foundry Mews is a newly-built mixed-use development on an 800 m2 back land site in Barnes, West London, United Kingdom. It includes residential apartments and commercial units, both covered with modern grey brick façades with perforated brick screens.

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ucked away behind a traditional range of shop buildings, the site was a long abandoned car workshop. The brief for this sensitive site was to create studios and housing. The architects chose to take the model of the artisan mews where studios and living space share an intimate courtyard setting.

The scheme comprises six duplex dwellings above a plinth of studio workspaces with two additional units and an apartment in the gabled northern block.

While the brick gables and slate roofs merge into the surrounding street-scape, contemporary screens formed within the brickwork shield the terraces of the apartments.

A REFERENCE TO THE INDUSTRIAL PAST Grey brick is the predominant material, harmonizing with the local

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FACTS & FIGURES Project name Foundry Mews, London, United Kingdom Architect Project Orange, UK Products used Terca Eastfield Grey brick Penter Hague Cream DF Year of completion 2016

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WORKSHOP CHARACTER The main design concept is the idea of a courtyard running the length of the site, allowing ground floor access to the commercial units as well as the residential areas. Two external stairways provide access up to the residential units, emphasising the ‘workshop’ character of the scheme. The duplex apartments are arranged with the living space on the lower floor and bedroom and bathroom above.

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Grey brick is the predominant material, harmonizing with the lo­cal stock brick and referencing the site’s industrial past.

stock brick and referencing the site’s industrial past.

Matching clay pavers were selected to create uniformity. At first floor level the brickwork forms perforated brick screens – an inventive response to planning concerns which developed into a key feature of the scheme.

SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION Sustainable design features were integrated into the project including a flat green roof, photovoltaic cells flush with the pitched roofs, mechanical ventilation heat recovery units in the flats and a centralised gas heating system. >

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7,000 ceramic panels were used to create this outstanding façade.

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A SCHOOL CLOAKED IN CRAYONS When the Ecole Mistral school in Villiers-sur-Marne – France was redeveloped and renamed the architect wanted to give the façade´s appearance a look that resembles a set of coloured pencils – an effect that he achieved with the use of enamelled ceramic cladding.

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ocated in an area that falls under an urban regeneration programme and which is undergoing major redevelopment, it was hoped that the new school would form a contrast to the harshness of the neighbouring buildings. Architect Laurent Fournet conceived a building that would be suggestive of childhood, awakening and creativity, with multi-coloured façade cladding. The lively façade “stands for opening up to a world of culture”, says its designer. The geometric design of the school flows into a curve and adds an extra sense of vitality to the structure.

FINDING THE RIGHT TONE Laurent Fournet did his research to find the right product, and ultimately, it was enamelled ceramic cladding that fulfilled his needs.

He liked “the warmth and acidic tone of the enamelled terracotta and the wide range of colours available”. A pallet of samples was prepared for approval by the City Council, and then a frame combining different colours was designed with several levels of < bars, each measuring a metre in height.

FACTS & FIGURES Project name Ecole Mistral school, Villiers-sur-Marne, France Architect Agence Laurent Fournet Architectes Client Tassone Bâtiment Products used enamelled Argeton Barro cladding Year of completion 2017

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The school was given a playful design, in bright colours, to create a feel-good atmosphere for the children.

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»The lively façade represents the idea of opening up to a world of culture.« Agence Laurent Fournet Architecte

< DELICATE CONSTRUCTION A specialist with experience in working with this type of cladding was needed for the job of putting in place the 7,000 pieces of this outstanding façade. The challenge lay in respecting the specific layout of the panels across the whole building, walls and roof. The curved elements were particularly difficult to implement. The shingles were put in place one at a time, while the fixtures were hidden in the shadow of the product. The result was deeply satisfactory and the team particularly appreciated the clarity and durability of the enamelling.

A cladding that combines the warmth of terracotta with the lustre of enamel – quality sure to stand the test of time – a place where children can play, learn and enjoy. >

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VIBRANT TEMPLE OF SPORT The Top Sports School in Wilrijk / Antwerp, Belgium is a place of education for young sporting talents. The school´s design is unusual; even the corridor to the changing room draws all eyes to it – thanks to the shining green glazed roof tiles.

Project name Top Sports School, Wilrijk / Antwerp, Belgium Architect Compagnie-O architects, Joke Vermeulen & Francis Catteeuw Products used Koramic Aléonard green glazed in two shades Year of completion 2017

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he elite school in Wilrijk is one of three main sports schools in the region. It offers 20 hours a week of regular education. On top of that, each student trains 12 hours a week in his/her preferred discipline. The students are carefully selected by sport federations and to attend you must be named as a top young athlete. The focus lies on swimming, judo, tennis and hockey, although other sports are also offered.

EXCELLENT INFRASTRUCTURE The site was chosen because of the excellent surrounding infrastructure; an ice hockey field, a swimming pool, sports halls and tennis courts are all located nearby. It is not only the students who benefit from the facilities; the school’s facilities are also open outside school hours to local sports groups – so the whole region benefits.

A SENSE OF COMMUNITY The Top Sports School stands for openness and community. Its open character is mirrored in the architecture itself. There are long corridors and both reflective and transparent surfaces that let people observe and be observed. The sculptured concrete

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base with sports facilities gives the building spatial autonomy within a natural context. On top of the concrete base sits the school complex like an educational “hub” on the top floor.

GLAZED TILES TURN A CORRIDOR INTO A PIECE OF ART The plain tiles draw the green of the outside inwards.

The two shades of green glazing turn a generally charmless players’ corridor into a vibrant area. The structure, colour, tactility and reflection create a wall of scales, in strong contrast to the skin-like pink colour of the adjacent changing rooms.

The school ensures that young sporting hopefuls can develop their talents in the best environment – details like the vibrant green tiles ensure that the surrounding stays beautiful too. >

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Contemporary design with traditional products. The handmade tiles transform the school corridor into a piece of art.

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A PLACE FOR MODERN RESEARCH MADE FROM TRADITIONAL RED BRICK Located in China, Beijing Nutrichem Research Centre takes up an area of around 20,000â&#x20AC;&#x2030;m2 on a flat terrain. It is equipped with office space, an R&D centre and other supporting functions. The combination of traditional red brick and modern-style titanium-zinc sheets and glazing reflects the spirit of innovation, based on experience.

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Eighteen 20 metre-tall, shuttle-shaped, brick columns guard the main entrance at the front of the building.

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he client, a company specializing in the development of crop protection products, wanted more than just a place to work for their personnel. The building should not only represent the corporate image, but also create a feel-good atmosphere. The client´s visions for this project right from the start was that it should be a first-class R&D center that enables staff to work in the best and most innovation-friendly environment.

IT HAD TO BE BRICK Without hesitation, both the client and the architect had their minds on red brick. It is a key element in this project. The colour and texture of handmade red bricks provide a comfortable feeling and blend perfectly into the surroundings without losing their own character.

FACTS & FIGURES Project name Beijing Nutrichem Research Center, Beijing, China Architect Fang Yunfei, Tsinghua Unversity Client Nutrichem Co., Ltd Products used Terca Litanie PHM, Terca, Penter Blue & Westfalen Year of completion 2017

ONE MATERIAL – DIFFERENT STYLES In this project, the diverse characters of red bricks are represented through different masonry laying methods. The “brick courtyard” is where this element is used to its fullest.

Besides the arched red brick installations and the masonry of a red brick stairway, the brick-blinds to the side of the R&D building is undoubtedly the most <

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First floor plan.

The H-shaped Beijing Nutrichem Research Center has a total floor area of 36,218.27 square metres.

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Red brick transforms the building from a rigid corporate presence to a modern office space where people can roam and feel comfortable.

< eye-catching detail. The 20-metre high brick-blinds cascades reach down from the top. On a sunny day, sunlight and breeze pass through and are filtered into geometric shades on the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inner façade, while the green leaves thriving in the courtyards form a bright contrast with the red bricks. The material is used here to add a soft and warm touch to the building.

BRICK INSIDE AND OUTSIDE The red brick element in facade design is extended to the interior. The 4-storey-high wing at the end of the office area highlights a red brick wall. During the day, sunlight shines through the latticed brick wall towards the hallway, casting dotted shadows, which together with the warmth of the red colour, create a lively, relaxing atmosphere. >

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COVERED IN IRIDESCENT AND SHIMMERING LAVA When planning the restoration of the Bioclinical Research Centre (CRBC) in Clermont-Ferrand, France, the architect immediately thought of the volcanoes in the local area, and of terracotta. The inspiration for this special shimmering lava-terracotta façade came from an Art Deco vase.

RESEARCHING “HER” MATERIAL Fascinated by terracotta, Jumeau imagined gently sculpting a material that would evoke volcanic lava, but iridescent, and shimmering with a thousand colours. “Our initial point of reference was a black enamelled vase that came from an art deco shop”. Armed with the vase, she set out to find a specialist in terracotta who would be able to provide her with a coating that would mimic its aesthetics. The solution was a special ceramic cladding, reprofiled.

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FACTS & FIGURES Project name Bioclinical Research Centre (CRBC), Clermont-Ferrand, France Architect Anne-Françoise Jumeau for Peripheriques Architectes Client Sarl FCI in CEBAZAT (department Puy-de-Dôme) Products used Petrol-coloured Argeton cladding Year of completion 2017

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nne-Françoise Jumeau, from Périphériques Architectes, had to work around tight constraints during construction of the Research Centre, a project which gathers together, under one roof, lecture theatres for students, laboratories for researchers and a business centre.

The project, which involved an element of redevelopment and the building of two extensions, stretches over 80 metres, with a very long façade, which features repeated horizontal layers of solid and glazed panels, designed to align with the internal spaces (offices, laboratories).

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»Another strength of this material is the way that the light in it varies depending on the time of day and the weather, creating ›a dialogue between the building and its environment.‹« Anne-Françoise Jumeau, PERIPHERIQUES Architectes

The design of the facade panels featured a special shape and glazing, so they were custom-made for the project, in collaboration with the architect.

WORKING TOGETHER The architect recalls that, “I went to visit the producer, where they were able to offer a surface with the effect I was looking for, thanks to a process of double-baking the enamelling”. The enamel used, simultaneously black and colourful, turned out to have a very similar look to that of the vase. Anne-Françoise Jumeau designed a custom-made wave pattern for the project. The result is a long façade, which gives the impression of movement, with waves that are indeed evocative of volcanic lava. The vertical and the horizontal lines are in harmony with one another, the black enamel of the cladding fits well to the varied gold and champagne hues of the many frames and windows. >

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The restaurant won the Prize for Best Commerce Design in Brussels in 2015.

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TASTEFUL INTERIOR FOR A RESTAURANT The Colonel restaurant in Brussels, Belgium presents itself as a “beef specialist”. Besides the high-quality food and service, it offers its guests an eye-catching interior made with red bricks, laid in a special bond.

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he Colonel is dedicated to quality meat, beef in particular, and pays tribute to regions in France that are well known for exceptional meat like Charolaise, Aubrac, Salers, Normande etc. You will find a wide variety of different sorts of meat on the menu, which are prepared in the open kitchen.

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ADDING A SPECIAL TOUCH But that´s not the only thing that makes the Colonel unique. Strong values such as a can-do attitude and craftsmanship are blended with a contemporary design. In the decoration of the building, reference is made to the raw basic product, red beef. The choice of a terracotta tile floor and the striking red brick wall are therefore evident.

It reinforces the customer’s sensual experience and provides a feel-good atmosphere. The brick wall pays homage to the BBQ and grill culture. The use of metals and the claustra masonry bond of the brick screen are reminiscent of a grill. The claustra effect also creates unique shades of light.

Client BVO Food sprl

Project name Restaurant Colonel, Brussels, Belgium Architect Dirk De Leeuw architects, Brussels in collaboration with Diego Carrion and Cécile Grosjean

Product used Terca Egala Koraalrood Year of completion 2015

INGENIOUS LACEWORK Claustra, also known as Brazilian bond, stands for masonry in which only the ends of the facing bricks rest on the brick below.

This creates openings that give the façade or wall a transparent character. The result is a combination of aspects that are oppositional: privacy and transparency, mass and emptiness, light and blinds, closure and ventilation. A special solution for a special restaurant. >

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Generous windows create deliberate contrasts in the façade.

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CUTTING-EDGE ARCHITECTURE PERFECT FOR THE OLD CITY The newly-built Katharinenquartier in Hamburg, Germany, combines contemporary architecture with a traditional environment. This is made possible by using bricks in the façade design.

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o you live and work near to the Port of Hamburg, the historic Speicherstadt and the modern harbour city? Residents, visitors and staff appreciate the mix of the traditional and modern within the project. “With the Katharinenquartier, we have proven that modern, high-quality architecture revives historic design and reflects the commonality between living and working”, said architect Niels Vagt from KPW Papay Warncke und Partner.

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EXCITING PROSPECTS A quarter has been created on the property around St. Catherine’s church with a residential share of 60 percent, plus business and office spaces can also be found on the new site. The flats are

Year of completion 2015

Project name Katharinenquartier, Hamburg, Germany Architect KPW Papay Warncke und Partner Products used Terca Bockhorn Roßlau bright red clinker and Terca Bockhorn Steglitz black clinker

grouped around a turfed internal square that is open to the public during the day. The building façades are formed by bricks that are typical to the region.

EXCLUSIVE THANKS TO BRICKS FIRED IN CIRCULAR KILNS “In line with the Hamburg tradition, only brickwork façades would do for the façade design,” said the architect. This meant high-quality bricks with structured surfaces and rich colours that fit the cityscape. The selection ultimately came down to two different façade bricks made in a circular kiln in bright red and black. Carbon lumps, bonding surfaces and traces of sinter are desired for these rustic variants and add a certain level of exclusivity and individuality thanks to their unusual look. They were built in a rustic pattern.

AESTHETICS AND VALUE RETENTION However, the selection of the façade material was not based on visuals alone. When using bricks, painting is unnecessary and maintenance costs are minimised. They are weather resistant and protect the underlying insulation. With their high-quality look, they also add to the timelessly beautiful Katharinenquartier. >

The Katharinenquartier was named after nearby St Catherine’s church.

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