Archetech Issue 42 2019 | Page 118

IMPRESSIVE FAÇADE DESIGN MADE POSSIBLE BY REYNAERS Reynaers, the leading supplier of sustainable aluminium glass and glazing systems, has showcased the versatility of its unique range of products once again. Specified as part of the Now Bomonti project in Istanbul, the exterior of the building is nearly entirely made of glazing, an impressive feature made possible by Reynaers Aluminium curtain wall systems. The 30-floor building comprises of a mix of office and residential space, designed by leading Turkish architecture office Tabanlıoğlu Architects as part of the regeneration of the Bomonti neighbourhood. Each section of the building was created with a specific purpose in mind and the finished architecture features similar components stacked on top of each other. For example, while the lower floors were designed as office space and include a higher ceiling to fit within the surrounding topography, the upper floors serve as residential space and are positioned to take advantage of the views of the city. One of the main priorities when designing the building was to maximise daylight and access to the panoramic views. The form and concept of Now Bomonti presented a unique challenge to achieving that goal, which was addressed by using Reynaers’ curtain walling range. The building was encased in an expansive glazing system and custom fritted panels were fitted to complement the construction. The façade was made possible by a range of Reynaers solutions, including the CW 60 curtain wall for top-of-the-line thermal performance, the CP 155-LS sliding system to guarantee maximum glass area and comfort, the Hi-Finity sliding system that seamlessly extends the building’s interior to the outside, as well as the CS 77 door to meet the highest standards of thermal insulation, stability and security.