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Case studies – Page 4
Return of a cult symbol
Illuminated business card More than twenty years after the reopening of the building complex, the decision was then taken to inject new life into the traditional banner on the roof. Stantec Architects, who had been commissioned to execute the project, decided to go with a
The Blue Whale
Woven metallic dress for three-dimensional structure The real attraction of the building, the enormous Blue Whale, can be found beneath the chandelier allegory. Its curved stomach contains a concert hall with space for 1 950 spectators in the stalls and on the balconies, as well as
From an eyesore to a defining feature
Lively exchange The main entrance to this central connecting structure is marked by a diamond-shaped canopy made of high-gloss polished stainless steel that projects a great distance from the north-western side. This roof continues into the lobby, enabling its
The drum is calling
Foundation stone for urban transformation The new building for Stats SA, the so-called ISIbalo, was erected in just 18 months. In the Nguni languages isibalo means a mathematical sum and is derived from the word ukubala, meaning to count – the core field of activity of
Solid performance
Excellent prospects The outstanding plant availability factor of 97 percent of the low-temperature belt dryer BDSLC I-RT-C-2.1 from the company Andritz 3SYS with its PPS 5099 dryer belt from GKD – GEBR. KUFFERATH AG underlines the efficiency of sludge drying with this system.
Creative culture illuminated
Sustainable cultural ambassador Although not actually registered for LEED certification, the construction concept is based on the same strict assessment criteria in terms of material selection, resources, energy efficiency, as well as the quality of the
MEDIAMESH® showcases luxury in the Hong Kong of the North
Screens grace the corners of the diamond The six-level mall stands at the heart of Eton Place Dalian. This structure aims to set new standards in luxury shopping while also serving as an urban space with public park. The polygonal
Multitexx spunbonds: high-strength featherweights
Excellent cleaning properties Both spunbond lines are in round-the-clock operation – with a correspondingly high throughput. If it is to withstand the strain long-term and not cause costly downtimes, the laydown belt needs to meet very high
An artistic interpretation of multicultural interaction
Signs of life: a public work of art This effect is given an additional dimension thanks to a creative interpretation by Nancy Blum, an artist, critic and art lecturer who is very well-known in the USA. The architects’ concept for three of
