University of Chicago

Product
öko skin
Area
10.000 m²
Color
silvergrey, sahara
Texture
standard, twine
Surface
ferro soft, ferro plus
Architect
Elkus Manfredi Architects
Year
2020
Location
Chicago

Linear bands

The architects at Elkus Manfredi designed an additional building complex for the University of Chicago with numerous apartments and restaurants for students as well as staff. The floor plan was designed to encourage interaction between residents. More than 10,000 sqm of öko skin slats in silvergrey and sahara were used. The highlight: The architects beautifully accentuated the building envelope using the twine texture. Linear bands in different sizes playfully stretch across the panel lending the outer skin an exciting look. Thanks to the high degree of prefabrication at the Rieder plant, the project was completed quickly and independent of weather conditions, ensuring a high quality standard. Photos: Ditz Fejer