existing roof to secure water tightness during
the construction period. The skylight structure
had to rely heavily on external tensile struts that
needed to tie into the existing structure beneath
the roof sheeting to keep the system from
twisting and deflecting under the loads. Once
the installation was complete, the redundant
roof was demolished, unveiling natural light
Benmore Centre
and providing beautiful sky views from deep within
the belly of the atrium.
The combination of natural light in conjunction
with a choice of a lighter toned palate for interior
finishes enhanced the shopping experience.
Porcelain tiles which resembled marble were
selected to accentuate the sense of elegance and
further reflect light within the centre.
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