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Like a futuristic vessel in the new Bastide district in Bordeaux , the HQ of Clinique Ophtalmologique Thiers attracts all eyes / for outdoor cladding is durability over time ”, explains Gaëtan Plessis . “ Thanks to bioactive treatments , the onset of organic mosses such as lichens is delayed and the air is purified . This results in a façade that retains its beautiful appearance over the years . Laminam slabs are a perfect image of the company ’ s know-how and the excellence of Made in Italy .”
In addition to the external structure , another of the rules imposed by the customer was to have the same material for the façade , roof and under-roof cladding . Hence the choice of ceramics : Mickaël Martin and his team opted for Laminam natural surfaces ( about 2,500 m ² of slabs were applied ) because of their adaptability and large size . “ We wanted to convey an idea of ease and spaciousness , both on the roofs and the façades , a design concept precisely conveyed by Laminam ”, the architect continues . The versatility of this material allows it to be applied as a flooring , wall cladding , worktops and especially on façades . Furthermore , the suspension systems are understated and easy to implement .
Lasting results thanks to bioactive treatments
Gaëtan Plessis , Project Manager of Laminam France-West , proposed the Bianco Assoluto , Collection series product for this project : it perfectly met the aesthetic criteria of the building , both for the façade , roof and under-roof . Synonymous with purity , Bianco Assoluto is a timeless classic that , in its Polished finish , accentuates the brightness of surfaces . With its full-body color , it is ideal for remodelling volumes , giving a feeling of robustness and vertical thrust to exterior surfaces .
Like the other colors in the Laminam range , Bianco Assoluto is impact , scratch , stain and weather-resistant . For the Clinique Thiers project , the product underwent bioactive treatments to absorb and transform pollutants in the air ( VOCs , NOx , SOx ) and water into non-harmful elements . “ The advantage of using Laminam surfaces
Laminam 5 +, a sustainable certification
Laminam is the first large-surface manufacturer to hold a technical certification for its large-size façade application . Issued by the CSTB ( Centre Scientifique et Technique du Bâtiment ), the certification refers to the Laminam 5 + thickness with fixing clips . This is an additional cladding process consisting of ceramic slabs fixed to a vertical frame of aluminum sections by means of stainless steel clips . The certification authorizes the installation of Laminam products in dimensions up to 1000x3000 mm horizontally and 1000x2000 mm vertically , with a thickness of 5.6 mm . The Laminam slab can be installed on masonry or concrete walls and wooden frames .
This technical acknowledgement is proof that Laminam ’ s claddings offer a level of safety and quality comparable in all respects to that of traditional products and processes .
Professional skills for an exceptional envelope
All project stakeholders agree in expressing the satisfaction they had in conceiving this building and working together to construct it . Mickaël Martin points out : “ Our team had a positive professional relationship .” For Gaëtan Plessis , “ this project was an exceptional adventure , shared by us with many workers ”. As for Laurence Taridec , she is delighted with the result : “ We have a fantastic building , the exterior of which perfectly reflects the state-of-the-art technology and quality of service offered by our practice .
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