Corobrik black brick, carefully detailed to create a patterned effect where selected bricks project outward. This tactile surface introduces depth and texture, catching light and shadow in ways that animate the building across different times of day.
Complementing this solidity is a generous use of glazing, ensuring that the building maintains a visual openness to the street edge. The transparency not only enhances natural light penetration but also communicates activity within, inviting passersby to engage with the development. The rhythm of brick and glass strikes a balance between enclosure and permeability, between privacy for tenants and exposure to the street.
Material selection was intentionally robust. The architects prioritised longevity and resilience, selecting finishes that would withstand the demands of an urban environment while ageing gracefully.
The façade thus embodies both contemporary sophistication and practical durability.
Engineering Mixed-use buildings like Sync are increasingly popular, evident in how often they now appear on our desks. These projects offer complex, layered challenges, requiring engineers to balance architectural vision, developer budgets, and construction feasibility. Mixed-use developments also involve unique demands from varied building uses, specialist fit-outs, and numerous stakeholders, including future tenants and owners.
Sync was no exception. STANCE Consulting Engineers was appointed for both structural and civil engineering and worked closely with clients, architects and contractors to deliver a successful outcome.
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