Further development on materials. Balance between glass and timber (or transparency and opacity) is the main concern for this building. I started by differentiating public space and private space.
Private area
Public area
Glass
Timber
Applying materials to the building:
use timber when privacy is necessary and glass when openness is needed
Materiality
Which Timber?
Ideal For
Exposed
Elevations
Attractive and economical way to finish the exterior
contemporary feel
Impressive Dimensional Stability
One of the Toughest and Most Durable Softwoods in the World
High workability
Natural Resistance to Decay
SIBERIAN LARCH CLADDING
Unweathered
Weathered effects after 9 years
pale yellow-orange/brown colour with a strong grain pattern
The larch cladding will undergo a color change after being used for several years dur to the weathering effect of larch timber.
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Lifespan of 50 -100 years when correctly detailed and subject to general outdoor exposure
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prices starting at £26 per m2 for sawn boards
Steel Beams and Columns
outdoor beams
& columns
indoor beams
Square steel beams are used as outdoor beams to maintain continuity with the square columns.
For indoor space, I-beams are used instead of square steel beams, which can help reduce cost because I-beams are cheaper than Square steel beams.
Grids for columns and beams. More development process on structure page.
Square steel beam
I-beam
Aluminium Frame Double Glazing Window
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High energy efficiency aluminium framed window to minimize heat loss
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20mm gaps between window panes keeps cold air out
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Low E internal glass preserves heat