the chains, which gives them improved robustness and offers high colour resistance against climatic factors, wears, and rusting.
LOOK UP AND BE INSPIRED By Jonathan Reed, Managing Director at Amron Architectural
Architects and Designers are always looking at more inspirational approaches to the interiors of a large open-plan space. The demand for creating more inviting spaces and the inclusion of a well-considered feature can completely transform the character of a room. Amongst these approaches, we are seeing an increase in the use of metal chains both from a point of view that they are generally made from sustainable aluminum and also the style and look of them has that upcycled feel that we are all trying to be more conscious of.
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There is a need for creative solutions in shared environments so when working with decorative metal, it allows designers the freedom to create spaces in an attractive yet functional way. Here, Jonathan Reed, Managing Director at Amron Architectural explains how Kriskadecor metal architectural drapery can contribute to this solution for interior design.
It is important for spaces to create an environment that adopts creativity and innovation, so by implementing a moveable or fixed system achieves both. Metal architectural drapery offers a solution for every space, no matter what the size or shape.
From elegant waves to parallel structures to amazing artistic figures and volumes, these aluminium chains can be developed into ceiling solutions. The solutions have limitless applications – not only are they versatile, but they also provide unparalleled design functionality. They are fully customisable to cover every space and ambient needed on a project. As well as a ceiling, you can enhance a façade, space dividers, curtains or even create a standalone piece of art. They give you the freedom to create inspiring spaces, in different colours or even with a custom image. Product in practice Beautiful, architect-designed renovations completed reliably from start to finish on the Swansea Arena in Wales - the exquisite design of the Arena makes a statement and injects life into the heart of Swansea.
All Systems Go!
Swansea City Council invested in a multimillion-pound complex to modernise the city and create a vibrant new neighbourhood for culture and leisure.
Made from highly sustainable aluminium thread and then transformed into small chain links with innovative technology, the chains then go through a special anodising treatment. This is specially designed for
The Copr Bay development, which put the city on the map, features a 3,500-capacity arena, a new hotel, top-of-the-range conference facilities and a 1.1-acre coastal park. Metal chains were specified for the ceiling feature throughout the arena. We worked closely with Buckingham Group Contracting and AFL Architects, who were appointed by ACME to assist with the design. This vast undulating ceiling creates a dramatic and eye-catching piece that will always be a talking point of the interior. We achieved the design intent by creating a bespoke curved ceiling feature, anodised in ‘Brilliant Apricot’ to give a warm feel to the building.
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The possibilities are truly endless for how to utilise the chains in and around the interiors of a space. As Josep Maria Sans, Founder of Kriskadecor used to say, ’There is nothing that cannot be done; you just have to find the way!’
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