The Architects, SVA International, chose
Rheinzink as the primary cladding material on this
façade as it adds a customised, bespoke appeal to
the final product and believed that it aided in the
strength, class and sophistication of the building.
It was felt that the biggest disadvantage of
the existing building and the overall shopping
experience was the absence of natural light.
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The combination of dark finishes, low ceilings
and narrow walkways collectively produced
a claustrophobic environment. This led to
the installation of the ETFE skylight with a
90% frit across the length of the atrium. The
installation itself was extremely complex as it
required the skylight and substructure to be
constructed and pieced together above the
Benmore Centre