EQUITONE fIBRE CEMENT
fACAdE MATERIALS
THE PERfECT fINISH TO LEISURE BUILdINGS dESIGN
Fibre cement provides architects with the ability to bring
inspirational designs to life for both new buildings and
refurbishment projects, creating striking and contemporary leisure
developments.
EQUITONE facade materials evoke the unique nature of fibre
cement – a mineral composite material with outstanding physical
and aesthetic properties. The materials are available in a range
of through colours and offer an extensive palette of subtle and
inspiring colours in a variety of textures and finishes. Offering an
installed life expectancy of at least 50 years, EQUITONE also meets
the fire performance classification A2-s1 d0.
Flagship Leisure Centre
An example of these benefits being applied to great effect is at
Rushcliffe Arena, based in Nottinghamshire. The arena was rebuilt
and modernised using EQUITONE [tectiva] in Pebble to create a
subtle design palette. Luxury Country Hotel
EQUITONE [tectiva] and [natura] were used to create a standout
£4.5 million extension at Meldrum House Country Hotel, in
Aberdeen.
Ajay Chauhan, architect at CPMG, the project lead designers, said:
“EQUITONE [tectiva] provided the specific aesthetic requirements
the client was looking for with its fine sanded surface and
naturally occurring hues making each panel unique.” Specified by Lippe Architects, the materials were fitted to the
600m2 building ensuring the exterior harmonised with and
complemented the existing structure. The finished aesthetic
is a mixture of textured grey tones, which works alongside the
stonework on the hotel.
The new building brought Rushcliffe Leisure Centre – including
a newly-installed 25m swimming pool – together with Rushcliffe
Borough Council’s headquarters.
All materials had to be durable, require minimal maintenance,
have an excellent lifecycle and improve efficiency of the
development.
Mr Chauhan added: “The client wanted to use a material for the
facade that was durable and low maintenance. We suggested
EQUITONE [tectiva] as it’s hardwearing and has a life expectancy
of over 50 years. “We’re really pleased with the overall finish
of the project. EQUITONE [tectiva] was the ideal choice for this
project – it gave the aesthetic appearance we hoped for, was
within budget and is of fantastic quality.”
Kristen Will, associate and chartered architect for Lippe
Architects, said: “It was essential we specified a material that
would work well with the original building and complemented
the existing stone structure.That is why we chose EQUITONE as
the material helped to create an effective exterior finish. The
building’s appearance has a spectrum of surfaces that we wanted
to respect, and EQUITONE had the exact texture and durability we
were after.”
Meldrum House Country Hotel sits within a 240-acre estate and
now boasts 51 bedrooms. The new property was built adjacent to
the B listed mansion house, which has a textured facade with a
wide range of stonework colours.
Ms Will said: “We felt EQUITONE not only had simplicity and
elegance, but strength in its appearance, and the diversity of the
range was ideal for the project.”
For more information on EQUITONE facade materials visit
www.equitone.co.uk