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	02.11.2011 Main Point Karlin: glassfibre concrete saddles create unique design Functionality and design were decisive factors for the principals and architects of the office and commercial building “Main Point Karlin” in Prague. Substantial research and development efforts were necessary for Rieder to implement the facade in accordance with the designs of DaM architects. Today the building is adorned by 2,650 formed fibreC elements. The innovative shape of Main Point Karlin allows for a new approach to space use. The flowing glass surfaces enable the creation of premium office space in the entire building. A well thought-out concept turns the complex into a place where well-being and functionality are top priorities. A roof garden for relaxation, a central atrium that provides natural daylight for the offices in Main Point Karlin and a specially developed heating and cooling system are only some of the numerous features which turn this building into a magic place. Glassfibre-concrete saddles as “visually disruptive elements” Large glass surfaces were needed for the ingenious lighting system, but the architects did not want to create a homogeneous glass surface. They decided to use coloured design elements to complement the distinct shape of the building and the flowing glass surfaces. These saddle-like design elements create the unique appearance of the building. Rieder Smart Elements supplied a total of 2,650 fibre C concrete panels for the facade. The eyecatchers were produced in a specially developed manufacturing process and installed by a Czech partner company. fibreC technical specification convinced architects The saddle-like parts are made of curved fibreC glass-fibre reinforced concrete panels. The composition of the panel matrix had to be changed to be able to achieve the curved shape envisioned by the architects. A technically refined fastening system and high-quality material properties made fibreC the ideal choice for this application. Apart from the visual requirements the materials used for the exterior of the building and in particular for the facade had to fulfill important technical requirements. However, the architects did not focus on the visual appearance alone. Both principals and planners demanded a reliable design that would be able to meet technical and visual requirements even after ten or twenty years. « back to overview

02.11.2011

Main Point Karlin: glassfibre concrete saddles create unique design

Functionality and design were decisive factors for the principals and architects of the office and commercial building “Main Point Karlin” in Prague. Substantial research and development efforts were necessary for Rieder to implement the facade in accordance with the designs of DaM architects. Today the building is adorned by 2,650 formed fibreC elements.

The innovative shape of Main Point Karlin allows for a new approach to space use. The flowing glass surfaces enable the creation of premium office space in the entire building.

A well thought-out concept turns the complex into a place where well-being and functionality are top priorities. A roof garden for relaxation, a central atrium that provides natural daylight for the offices in Main Point Karlin and a specially developed heating and cooling system are only some of the numerous features which turn this building into a magic place.

Glassfibre-concrete saddles as “visually disruptive elements”
Large glass surfaces were needed for the ingenious lighting system, but the architects did not want to create a homogeneous glass surface. They decided to use coloured design elements to complement the distinct shape of the building and the flowing glass surfaces. These saddle-like design elements create the unique appearance of the building. Rieder Smart Elements supplied a total of 2,650 fibre C concrete panels for the facade. The eyecatchers were produced in a specially developed manufacturing process and installed by a Czech partner company.

fibreC technical specification convinced architects
The saddle-like parts are made of curved fibreC glass-fibre reinforced concrete panels. The composition of the panel matrix had to be changed to be able to achieve the curved shape envisioned by the architects. A technically refined fastening system and high-quality material properties made fibreC the ideal choice for this application. Apart from the visual requirements the materials used for the exterior of the building and in particular for the facade had to fulfill important technical requirements. However, the architects did not focus on the visual appearance alone. Both principals and planners demanded a reliable design that would be able to meet technical and visual requirements even after ten or twenty years.

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