zinc cladding adds to sustainability at imperial tobacco hq bristol - andrew boardman, aww...
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Andrew Boardman, Architect at AWW Architects describes how and why NedZink NOVA Zinc cladding was used on the recently completed Imperial Tobacco HQ building in Bristol. Presented at the RIBA Journal/SIG Design & Technology morning seminar on 22nd October 2014 Find out more: http://www.singleply.co.uk/live-blog-perfectroof-ribaj-seminar/TRANSCRIPT
Zinc Cladding: Imperial Tobacco HQ, Bristolaww-uk.com
Andrew BoardmanAssociate Architect
Client and Client Brief
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The Brief
• Contemporary building• Built on the existing site • Responsive to staff needs• Designefficiency• BREEAM “Excellent”
Overview of site and response
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A dis-used cigar factory to state of the art headquarters
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Planning Negotiations
• Permissionobtainedforanofficeina predominantly light industrial area
• Location on site• Car parking provision
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Whatinfluencedourdecisiontousezinccladdingon the project
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• Context• Contemporary appearance• Watertight shell• Low maintenance• Good weathering properties
Whatarethebenefitsofzinccladding
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• Quick installation• Possible to hang on
composite panel system• Good U Values• BREEAM rating• Weathers well• Easy to replace
Why Zinc?
Why Proteus HR Honeycomb
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Theuseofzinc... • Creates a sharp, contemporary look• Createsasurfacefinishwithoutundulations
Advisetodesignersspecifyingzinc
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• Keepabovefirstfloorinvulnerableareas• Handle panels with care• Avoid penetrations unless on joint lines• Avoid uneven weathering
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Imperial TobaccoInnovation
Award Winning
Inspiring
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