Kevin Ramirez 29
SHADOW SKIN
Second Skin Using fabrics alone to clad a building is impossible.Therefore, this project called for both a fabric shading layer as well as a thermal isolating layer (glass storefront) that separates the interior from the exterior climate conditions. The interior skin of the building is made from modular aluminum frames attached to existing concrete columns and beams. These frames support large windows (floor to ceiling). The second skin is composed of fabric louvers and an aluminum frame system. The exterior skin of the building is primary used to shade the building during the summer months. However, it also engages the site, articulates the entrance, and affords views in and out of the building. Openings within the secondary skin allow summer sun into the building and permit framed views of the city while reducing solar heat gain.
Corner View.