Architect and Builder May 2022 | Page 76

INTERIORWATCH

THE LATEST NEWS AND PRODUCTS FROM THE COMMERCIAL INTERIOR INDUSTRY
NEWSWORTHY
NEW TAP FROM HANSGROHE
Introducing hansgrohe ’ s Aquno Select M81 . Winning gold at the German Design Awards , the Aquno Select M81 is a versatile , innovative tap that brings world-class design and functionality into the kitchen . The Aquno ’ s jet type adjustment on the trademark pull-out spray guarantees freedom of movement and flow . With the Select function on the tap ’ s base set , a simple touch of a button switches to the flat , gentle vegetable shower , and you can conveniently switch between the laminar and shower spray using the lockable button . The Aquno ’ s monolithic design also features a single-lever handle on the side for easily turning the tap on and off and controlling the water ’ s temperature . A key feature is the flexible pull-out function with two jet types that foster flexible work . Combine it with the hansgrohe sBox – the 76cm long hose extension with safe storage under the sink – for ultimate ease of use of the pull out hose , which is safely retracted and stored under the unit after use . Aquno ’ s high arc spout also boasts a radius that can be set to prevent it swivelling beyond the basin . www . hansgrohe . co . za
CEMCRETE PRODUCTS SPECCED FOR THE ROCKEFELLER
Cemcrete was thrilled when approached by Source IBA to assist with specifications for the new and exciting The Rockefeller Hotel . They specifically wanted to use cementitious elements in the restaurant area to achieve the urban look and feel they were striving for . Cemcrete was very proud to have been part of this pristine project and loved working with the creative team at Source IBA .
Henro Goosen from Source IBA shared more detail with us from behind the design of the Rockefeller restaurant :
What was the inspiration and design style that led to the selection of Cemcrete finishes being used in The Rockefeller restaurant ? “ The concept for the Rockefeller public spaces was based off the idea of creating a neighbourhood environment within the hotel perimeters . To achieve this , we had to consider various materials and their applications to subtly hint towards more industrial finishes . For instance , in the hotel lounge , dubbed the Parklet , Cemcrete was used on the large planters and banquette seating to recreate the characteristics of concrete planter boxes and park benches found around the city . Cemcrete was also used for the sculptural wall panels in the dining area , to give character and prominence to these walls .”
What Cemcrete products and colours did you choose and why ? “ We used Cemcrete ’ s CemCote Skimmed in the lighter grey tones for all of the planter boxes and seating to best recreate the concrete effect . For the sculptural wall panels we used Cemcrete ’ s CemCote Brushed in a dark grey tone . We chose to use the brushed finish on the walls as it worked well with the lighting we envisioned for this space , as well as creating a subtle but interesting texture .”
What is your favourite characteristic of a cement finish ? “ The industrial aesthetic of the Cemcrete product allowed us to recreate elements that felt architectural in nature , without the labour involved to create these elements from actual concrete or a specialised construction method .” www . cemcrete . co . za
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