Curtainwall design consulting Dubai
In façade design, architects and builders choose the type of materials according to climatic conditions, geographical location, number of building floors, people’s tastes and their budget. The exterior is a protective layer for the building that not only protects it against various factors, but also plays a very important role in its beauty. Building façade and designing the façade of a residential buildingshapes the urban landscape, so the design of different façades should be in harmony with each other.
But do you know anything about façade types?
So, join us and get acquainted with the types of façades in brief and with the façade of Curtainwall in detail.
But first we want to describe the field of activity of façade Consultant and the services provided by façade Consultant.
Engineering consulting services
Engineering consulting services include the following:
• Preliminary study of the project and environmental perceptions
• Optimal selection of materials and related analyzes
• Crowd simulation analysis
• 3D modeling
• Engineering and detail design
• Provide the final engineering booklet
Scope of activity of façade specialized consultant
The field of activity of façade specialized consultant includes the following:
• Supervise the contractor submission process
• Monitor the current status of the project
• Monitoring contractor executive barriers
• Supervision of content production by the contractor
• Datasheet monitoring of provided materials
• Review the future implementation process of the project
You can enjoy these services if you cooperate with Ecoarc Company.
Types of building façades
Different materials are used in the façade of the building, each of which has its own advantages. Here are some of them and introduce the complete façade of Curtainwall.
1. Brick façade
2. Composite façade
3. Curtainwall façade
4. Stone façade
5. Biramics façade
6. Wooden façade
7. Atix façade
8. Ceramic façade
9. Mineral façade and, …
The façade of the building is an effective member of the completed building and is considered as a kind of identity card of the building; Because this part of the building is always in front of the eyes of citizens and passers-by and in a way shows the identity and style of architecture. So choose the best façade according to the principles of construction and weather conditions in each area
What is curtainwall façade?
What is the façade of Curtinwall? Curtainwall glass façade is one of the most widely used types of glass façades in the glass industry in the century. Curtainwall is actually a glass façade combined with aluminum profiles called lamellas. Types of curtainwall façades include FRAMELESS curtainwall frame and FACECAP. This type of façade is very beautiful and is very diverse in terms of color and size.
Curtainwall façade is made industrially and the whole aluminum structure of curtainwall façade is integrated against all types of building stresses such as earthquake, wind, possible building collapse and is completely flexible.
How to make a curtainwall façade?
Execution of a curtainwall façade requires accurate calculations based on the weight of the glass, grid, wind pressure and the like. Accurate calculations, mastery of relevant details, use of quality materials and execution by a professional and experienced team all have a direct impact on achieving a quality view in accordance with international standards.
The following are some of the benefits of a curtainwall:
• Ability to withstand vibrations from strong winds or earthquakes, etc.
• Preventing water from penetrating inside also prevents heat loss inside.
• Beautify the façade by choosing different colored glass.
• Reduce maintenance and care costs.
• Make the most of daylight transparency.
• Structural lightness and reduction of dead weight of the building.
There are different types of glass curtainwall façade structures, the most common of which we will mention.
1. Curtainwall glass cover cap: This façade with a lid, like other curtainwall façades, is made of glass and aluminum profiles with insulated rubber, which is very resistant to incoming forces such as earthquakes, wind and environmental factors. The reason for using glass in this façade is due to its transparency and insulation against factors such as moisture and sound; Aluminum profiles also weigh less than traditional materials such as stone, brick and wood, so it can be the best option for on-site assembly.
2. Frameless glass curtainwall façade: Frameless curtainwall façades are the most modern type of glass façade that cover many of the disadvantages of past glass façades. The most common use of frameless curtainwall façade is for office buildings and tall towers or generally buildings with 3 to 4 floors.
3. Semi Frame curtainwall façade: Semi Frame glass curtainwall façade is especially popular among other façades for quick and easy installation on the structure.
