Architectural Products Update

 
Concrete Fabric Shelters

Concrete Canvas Shelters are rapidly deployable hardened shelters that require only water and air for construction. Concrete Canvas Ltd of Wales offers two shelter variants: CCS25 and CCS54, with 25 and 54 square meters of floor space, respectively. The shelters consist of a cement-impregnated flexible fabric (Concrete Cloth) bonded to the external surface of an inflated plastic inner form, with a shape somewhat similar to a Nissen hut or Quonset hut. The smaller shelter can be deployed by two people in under an hour, and is ready to use in 24 hours. With a minimum design life of ten years, the thin-walled shelters provide a durable alternative to conventional tenting for commercial, military, and humanitarian applications.

concretecanvas.co.uk

 
Efficient Rooflight with Discreet Framing

Glazing Vision's energy-efficient Flushglaze Tripleglazed rooflight is made of a triple-glazed unit that is silicone-sealed and bonded into an aluminum framework. Since the framework is all external, the units provide a clear view out and a crisp aesthetic. These skylights can achieve a center-pane U-value of 0.77 watts per square meter-kelvin. The lack of internal flashings and metal framework reduces water ponding and condensation risks. The low profile is well suited for flat roof applications, on pitches of 3 to 5 degrees. Custom shapes and sizes available. Designed, engineering, and manufactured in Suffolk, England.

glazing-vision.co.uk

 
Dynamic Office Chair

The Wilkhahn® ON office chair offers both freedom of movement and comfortable relaxation. The spacious chair accommodates different postures and allows a wide range of movement in three dimensions. Two separate swing plates move in the same way our thighs do. Ball-and-socket joints connect the swing plates to the Flexframe®, a combination of a flexible upholstered seat shell and an elastic back frame. Easy to use, with two buttons to adjust the counterpressure. Three backrest heights, three types of armrests, and three types of upholstery are available. The modular structure makes parts easy to replace. Over 95% of the chair is recyclable.

wilkhahn.com

 
Illuminated Glass Countertops

ThinkGlass offers LED-lit glass countertops for use in kitchens, bathrooms, bars, restaurants, and outdoor facilities. The lighting is available in True White or in RGB, which offers the possibility of hundreds of colors and can be programmable with a remote control. The countertops are offered in a variety of textures, colors, and finishes, and can be customized by the company's master glass artist, Michel Mailhot. Customized lighting options are also available. The textured finishes greatly reduce the visibility of dust, fingerprints, and small scratches. Glass provides a durable, heat-resistant, and hygienic nonporous countertop surface. It is also recyclable and can contribute to LEED credits.

thinkglass.com

 
Unfolding Balcony

The Bloomframe® transforms from an insulated picture window into an open balcony at the touch of a button. The unit is constructed with tough, all-weather materials — steel, glass, and aluminum — and is controlled by a smooth electronic system. Designed for apartment buildings, offices, and hotels, the unit provides flexible outdoor space in compact urban environments. The dimensions, color, and materials can be custom-designed to complement the facades of new and existing buildings. Created by Amsterdam-based Hofman Dujardin Architects and engineered by Dutch manufacturer Hurks geveltechniek, the first models were built for an apartment building in Arnhem, and the unit is now in production in the Netherlands.

bloomframe.com