Volume 11. Issue 09. September 2017 Rs. 25/-
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t is not the beauty of a building you should look at; it’s the construction of the foundation that will stand the test of time”. - Davis Allan Co The exterior of a building today has certain pre-requisites such as a reliable roofing system, high performance windows and pioneering facades. These are of paramount importance to the exterior of a building’s elevation and performance. This September our Windows, Roofing and Façade Special will shine a spotlight on the phenomenal work being done in this sector and bring forth myriad exceptional and remarkable products.
Enchanting Exteriors In light of the unparalleled transition that
windows, roofs and facades have made over the years, we take you through some of the latest redefining innovations and trends.
Trends M o v i n g To w a r d s G r e e n Sensibility From effective HVAC systems to renewable energy production to low-cost building materials and techniques, sustainable architecture aims to minimize the negative environmental impact
Vinyl windows, fabricated from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) are also an affordable and convenient option for homeowners looking to go green
of a building. Currently, the most predominant trends in window, façade and roof design, is inspired by a green sensibility and a renewed enthusiasm to innovate both in form and utility. Natural Window Treatments Vinyl windows, fabricated from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) are also an affordable and convenient option for homeowners looking to go green. Natural window treatments such as bamboo and woven blinds are making quite a comeback. Solar Panel Roofing Systems From large solar panels mounted over RCC roofs to the solar panels being the roofs themselves, today the advancements take the shape of solar shingles, solar glass tiles, and even, flexible thin-films. Welcoming Green Roofs Green roofs are a great option to
Advancements take the shape of solar shingles and solar glass tiles
cool a building and cut down on electricity bills. Although native, self-seeding flowers and grasses are easiest to maintain, green roofs offer the possibility of growing almost any kind of plant and are an ideal alternative to those who lack garden space on the ground level. Evolving Sustainable Materials U l t r a - Hi g h Pe r f o r m a n c e concrete used particularly for prefabricated panels as well as lighttransmitting concrete offer exciting opportunities. In the energy-efficient sector, there are photovoltaic glazing panels, intumescent glazing systems, dichroic glazing, glazing with integrated sun control louvers, electro-chromic glass that changes from clear to opaque in a second and futuristic glass materials such as ‘kinetic’ glass which can curl or open in response to changing continued on page 2