Renovation Today nº 09 February 2015

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BECOMES LUXURYTHE LATEST INTERNATIONAL WORK OF A-CERO ARCHITECTURE STUDIO,

AN INNOVATE INTERIOR DESIGN PROJECT IN A LUXURY HOTEL IN THAILAND

CEVISAMA 2015: SUSTAINABILITY, PRESENT IN ALL COLLECTIONS

REFORM OF BUTCHER’S SHOP IN GIRONA, AWARDED IN GERMANY

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One year, we launched energe-tically give extensive coverage to all that happens in Cevisama 2015, one of the appointments in the sector which also this time we went with the enthusiasm of good memories of the previous edition. And so, after many years of resistance seems that this appointment may be the con-firmation that everything begins to shift and that recovery is a reality which can be seen at the fair. Impor-tantly, it is a great time of change at many levels and we are in a situation in which the wind blows for, becau-se more and more aid to the reform sector and that makes us think that the recovery begins to be in many respects.

From this publication we con-tinue to propose activities that will

seduce and, above all, to help you to get to your destination before. And that is why we have become a tool at your disposal, ready to utiliceis that for your benefit as it is essential to have effective partners in the sector.

We are convinced that the time to step forward and focus on ma-king initiatives, events and exhi-bitions that are the beginning of a new era has arrived.

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ARCHITECTURE‘Iniala Beach House’ (Thailand), a luxury hotel by A-cero studio. (pages 4-9).

REFURBISHMENTThe reform of butchery in Celrà, Girona, awarded in Germany. (pages 10-11).

DEKTON® Dekton by Cosentino shines on two amazing projects. (p.12-15).

CEVISAMA 2015Innovation, design and sustainability on Cevisama 2015. (pages 18-21).

RENOVATION‘Casa Balint’, by Fran Silvestre, an architecture in motion.(p. 26-31).

BIGMAT CONGRESSBigMat Group celebrates a international congress in Dublin. (pages 34-35). FO

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‘INIALA BEACH HOUSE’, LUXURY ARCHITECTURE

NEWS_REPORT

We present the latest international project of A-ceroarchitecture studio, an innovative interior design project in a luxury hotel in Thailand: ‘Iniala Beach Hose’

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We present one of the latest international pro-

jects of the Architectural studio A-cero led by Joaquín Torres and Rafael Llamazares. This project is an Interior Design development in an unique and exclusive hotel in Thailand.

Located in the bucolic coast area of Natai Beach in Phuket, this place is characterized by its calm, the vast sands and the turquoise blue waters.

This little luxury hotel resort was conceived to enjoy your stay surrounded by good design.

The complex has 10 villas de-signed by different well-known in-ternational architects firms.

A GREAT PROJECTThe project developer entrus-

ted to A-cero the Interior Design of two rooms of one of the villas, concretely the Villa Bianca. Mo-reover, A-cero developed the de-sign of the restaurant of the hotel, Aziamendi (with 3 Michelin Stars) as well as the exterior chill out area where you can enjoy the ama-zing views.

A-cero have designed absolu-tely everything, even the furniture.

THE ROOMSBoth rooms designed by A-cero

are on the seafront. Two shell shape bungalows sharing an exterior swim-ming pool. Both elements play with each other and we tried to achieve the opposite interior design between them. In the first room, the vertical lines f low introducing into the sight of the visitor.

In the second room the curved lines move horizontally embracing the space around. It is a game of ver-tical and horizontal lines that wrap the space. Looking for the “ying & yang” and different sensations for each other. The furniture of the rooms is born in each of the curved lines that create the rooms.

The natural local wood is used for the f loors and the walls of the rooms, looking for a natural environ-ment according to the exuberant su-rroundings. In each of these rooms we have changed the disposition of the elements to make them diffe-rent. The first room has light wood horizontal sense f loor and dark wood ceiling.

The second room is the oppo-site, with dark wood vertical sense f loor and light wood ceiling. The exclusive A-cero design furniture for this hotel is made with high quality polycarbonate in order not to see any joint. The white colour is used to

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make easier the introduction of the light inside.

The curved lines described pre-viously conform each unique fur-niture piece, obtaining a head bed sculpturally joined with the ceiling. Moreover some of the lights for the room are included in the bed head.

The head bed becomes an ex-clusive A-cero design dressing table, characterized by its forms, which are similar to the rest of the room. This dressing table is also very versatile, it has different removable modu-les like mirror, drawers, magazine

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rack, lockbox, fridge, coffee machi-ne, speakers to connect different devices and several compartments that are deployed to use them and collected to keep everything tidy. This dresser is a large area in con-

nection with the other bathroom departments: shower, bathtub, was-hbasin and toilet.

The luxury concept of this hotel includes important art pictures pro-posed by the owner and displayed

around the complex with the chance to buy them.

The wide windows fill practically all the main façade of the room and the guest overlooks to the outdoor landscape –the beach– through the

porch and the own swimming pool. The wood pavement is continued to the porch.

This area is also equipped with A-cero design furniture, the “Rest” collection for Vondom.

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The project developer and the owner of the hotel trust again in Spa-nish professionals.

For the restaurant they contac-ted with the recognized three Mi-chelin stars chef Eneko Atxa, who has his local restaurant Azurmendi in Vizcaya, Spain.

Once the proposal was accepted, the chef got involve with the project to implement the kitchen and the menu of Aziamendi, the name of his restaurant in Iniala.

THE RESTAURANTA-cero has designed this restau-

rant for the guests of the hotel. The restaurant with capacity for 70 diners also includes a bar and an area with big size tables. The restaurant insta-llations are thought taking into ac-count the kitchen requirements and the needs given by the Spanish chef Eneko Atxa.

The design of a restaurant has created a welcoming place. In conti-nuation with the style of the rooms, the restaurant has been designed

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with curved lines and natural ma-terials. The fact that the restaurant is a glass box, allows the guests to view the surrounding landscape. The wood is used for the ceiling and the main walls. In this case we have de-signed different wood panels for the ceiling to simulate the movement of the waves.

With the intention to maximize the form of each wood panel, the f loor has been designed with light wood and the ceiling with dark wood.

The tables of the restaurant have been designed exclusively by A-cero. The curved lines and the na-tural wood give identity to the space. The tables have been designed for two guests, but thanks to its modular design, we can easily obtain the size requested for the tables.

The Platner chairs from Knoll, designed by Warren Platner in 1966 are the perfect complement. These chairs have been upholstered with light green velvet to integrate them with the local vegetation.

The exterior chill out designed by A-cero complements the restau-rant and the guests can enjoy an appetiser next to the sea. With sli-ding doors and A-cero design furni-ture you can enjoy the ocean views and the smell of the sea. The tables

have the same modular design of the restaurant, with Platner design high seats upholstered with waterproof leather. Once again A-cero design transcends borders and carry us to the incredible beaches in Phuket with this exclusive hotel._

AZIAMENDI RESTAURANT

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The reform of the Germans Soler Butchery in Celrà in

Girona (Catalunya), designed by the young architect Pau Sarquella, Das erste Haus receives the award for the best film awarded by the magazine Bauwelt every two years.

The young architect was awar-ded for his project and moved to Mu-nich to collect the prize, awarded as part of the celebration of the BAU.

To better understand the details of this project we move into the ori-gins of it, as we have from his studio.

THE ORIGINSIn 2011 the sons of Herminia

took over the running of the family butcher’s shop. Located on the road 66 in Celrà, it has remained hidden from passing travellers, with only the local habitants shopping there.

After years of hard work, the brothers decided to renovate their facilities to continue offering to their customers traditional meat and sau-sages.

The project develops through a commitment to the archaeological method: investigating the hidden patina of walls, excavating f loors, unblocking windows, and rediscove-ring hidden vaults to return the spa-ce to its original form.

Once a Tabula Rasa is establis-hed, the interior volume is f looded with white: walls painted and surfa-ces clad in white-water tiles to provi-

The young architect Pau Sarquella Fàbregas, who conceived the reform of the Germans Soler Butchery almost like a work of archeology, receives the ‘Das erste Haus’ award from the prestigious magazine Bauwelt

THE REFORM OF BUTCHERY IN CELRÀ, GIRONA, AWARDED IN GERMANY

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THE REFORM OF BUTCHERY IN CELRÀ, GIRONA, AWARDED IN GERMANY

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de subtle ref lections and hygenicise the space with northern light. On the customers side, the furniture is made of pinewood to provide war-mth and comfort, reminiscent of nordic traditions.

MAXIMUM SPACETo ensure the maximum space

possible for product display, the in-built furniture takes a central role in the architectural organization of the space. A series of glimpsed views in the entry and along a diagonal axis allows the customer to gradually dis-cover the space, creating a prome-nade articulating and exhibiting the products.

The brilliant white of the space slips out of the showcase windows to the facade of Celra’s road. It wraps around the building creating a vi-brant signage, ensuring that the But-chery will never again go unnoticed by a hurried driver.

A dark strip turns into the side facade giving it the same importan-ce of the frontal one. It becomes a mural or material collage, signing for customers available parking and a route through the grasses to get their groceries.

THE ADVERTISEMENTSThe advertisements play with

subtlety and collective imagination. A single shy little pig on the wall is the banner and the emblem of the contents of the building. It recalls the silhouette of that wild animal from the southern wineries. A neon yellow sign activates the front fa-cade, indicating from afar something unusual is happening along the Road 66 to Palamos. But, it is at night time, when the butcher sleeps and the front facade moves, that you will discover that they are the Soler brothers now who offer us the best cuts in the region._

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Dekton® chooses Sirius at the Heydar Aliyevairport in Azerbaijan, and Zenith and Keraniumat the new restaurant ‘Dani García ‘in Marbella

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DEKTON® BY COSENTINOSHINES ON TWO

AMAZING PROJECTS

INNOVATION AND DESIGN

We are interested in the spectacular growth ex-

perienced by Dekton® by Cosenti-no, the new ultra-compact surface that shines more and more projects throughout the world that have suc-cessfully implemented Daniel Libes-kind and Italo Rota, among other architects. Of the many projects we focus on those who have been held in Heydar Aliyev Airport in Baku (Azerbaijan) and the new restaurant Dani García, in Marbella.

First we talk about the specta-cular work in Heydar Aliyev Airport. Here are the details:

THE DETAILSApplication: Exterior f looring.

Material: Dekton® by Cosentino. Colour: Sirius (dark with slate fi-nish). Thickness: 20mm. Quantity: 4,300m2. Tailor made: equilateral triangles of 1.5 metres each side. From each Dekton slab, 3 triangles were produced.

THE MOST DECORATIVE ASPECTThe most decorative aspect of

the project was with regard to its production -using a single material- of equilateral triangles measuring 1.5 metres on each side, and in three different colours, which when com-

bined achieve a 3D effect of raised cubes.

DEKTON® COLOUR - ‘SIRIUS’For this architecture and design

project it was necessary to find a ma-terial that was produced in large pie-ces to be able to make this pattern of triangles, and that could in turn, thanks to its technical characteris-tics, be cut into the described pieces without breaking.

Due to its hardness and to the large slab format in which it is pro-duced, Dekton® was the perfect ma-terial for the project.

Another fundamental and de-cisive aspect was the colour. It had to be a material in a solid, uniform colour with a natural look and slate finish, and which could also be made in two lighter coloured, but equally elegant shades with the same finish.

Dekton® Siriusdark coloured slate finish, allowed this idea to be further developed thanks to its me-chanical and aesthetic properties, making it the perfect choice for the project.

The application of this particu-lar design was for an exterior f loor area, specifically for the main en-trance of the airport. It was there-fore important that the physical ap-

pearance of the product used should not alter over time when exposed to the sun and changes in tempera-ture, nor to continuous foot traffic. Dekton®, thanks to its ultra-com-paction manufacturing process, pro-vides unrivalled, superior technical characteristics.Its high resistance to ultraviolet rays; its good colour stabi-lity; its resistance to ice and thawing; its high resistance to hydrolysis; its high resistance to scratching, stai-ning and abrasion; and its low water absorption rate, guarantee it as an excellent material for use in outdoor areas and places where thousands of people pass through each day.

Mainly, it offers safety. Safety, because thousands of people pass through places like these every day. These places, given their high volu-me of foot traffic, must be able to rely on safe, resistant materials that do not suffer any wear and tear that could endanger the safety of pedes-trians.

It also offers peace of mind to ar-chitecture and design professionals, as having a product that encompas-ses all the technical and mechanical characteristics found in Dekton®, enables them to offer their clients more functional, high-quality and long-lasting results.


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In addition to safety and techni-cal quality, Dekton® allows profes-sionals to create beautifully aesthe-tic designs to last forever, thanks to its great versatility regarding co-lours, textures and sizes. By using Dekton® ultra-compact surfaces, main entrances of airports, or any other interior or exterior spaces of this kind of buildings, can become veritable works of art.

NEW ‘DANI GARCÍA’ Details: Application: f loor cove-

ring of entire restaurant. Material: Dekton® by Cosentino. Colour: Ke-ranium (dark and industrial aspect). Quantity: 333 m2 in large format slabs (320 cm x 144 cm). Application: worktops and tiling for the kitchen. Material: Dekton® by Cosentino. Colour: Zenith (white). Quantity: 154 m2.From the outset, the new Restaurante Dani García wanted to offer an open-plan concept so as not to create physical barriers between the heart of a restaurant, the kitchen and the area where the diners are located. In this way, the visual con-tact between the chefs and diners is constant and the latter can see at all times how the world of haute cuisine works. For this reason and according to Dani García, “the spec-tacular space where the kitchen is located should be the light of the premises, contrasting with colours


and elements located elsewhere in the restaurant.”

But this was not the only ob-jective to be achieved at the start of the project, there was another fun-damental aspect in addition to the open space concept..., that the new Restaurante Dani García would beco-me a unique experience for anyone that crossed its threshold, making them feel like they are a star of a “fairy tale”. Therefore, fantasy and children’s décor should permeate every corner of the restaurant, com-bining fact and fiction in a place of dreams. The most decorative featu-re achieved in the new Dani García restaurant is the creation of a true fantasy and fairy tale setting, pla-ying with the contrast of colours and materials used in the design. The kitchen, or “light” of the restaurant as defined by the chef from Malaga himself, illuminates the rest of the premises thanks to the impeccable white Zenith Dekton® by Cosenti-no. This white contrasts perfectly with green natural plants that adorn the walls and the dark colour of the industrial style f loor covering that only the tone Keranium Dekton® by Cosentino can offer.

DEKTON®, COLOUR_ZENITHFrom an operational point of

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worktops and kitchen tiling of the stunning restaurant. Inside the kit-chen itself, the worktop becomes the star ingredient because it is used to handle the food offered to cus-tomers on a daily basis. The safety and hygiene that Dekton® offers for contact with food was a determining factor in the choice for this project.

But there are many other fea-tures that make Dekton® the ideal material for this space where the daily usage is pretty intense; exam-ples include its ability to withstand both cold and heat without changing aesthetically or mechanically and high resistance to stains and scrat-ching.

The aesthetics of the material, with the pure white provided by Dekton® Zenith, was conclusive to choosing the colour of the product. The kitchen must be the “light” of the restaurant and what better co-lour to achieve this objective than the spotless Zenith white. The feeling of spaciousness, cleanliness and purity that this material offers in this atmosphere is unbeatable.

DEKTON®, COLOUR_KERANIUM The f loor of a restaurant is an

element that must withstand a lot of traffic of all kinds; therefore, the


applied material should bear this great problem so that over time it continues to look like brand new. Thanks to the mechanical charac-teristics of Dekton® this problem is solved. Over time the material remains durable with minimum maintenance which results in simply cleaning it with a mop.

The possibility of applying large format slabs (320 cm x 144 cm) to the entire f loor covering of the res-taurant also attributed to an aspect of continuity, with minimal joints, providing greater visual beauty and elegance.

Also, with regards to the aesthe-tics, the colour Keranium by De-kton® with its dark industrial look made the desired initial design a reality, based on differentiating the bright white kitchen and other inte-rior decoration.

THE ADVANTAGESThere are many advantages that

make Dekton® ideal for use in ho-tels and in places with high traffic of people. Dekton® possesses, among other superior technical characte-ristics, a very low water absorption, stain resistance, scratch resistance and good performance in the heat. Also it boasts aesthetic and design

as Dekton® can recreate any type of material with a high degree of qua-lity. These characteristics, together with the availability of Dekton® in a large format, make it possible to adapt this material to the creativity and versatility of modern architec-ture.

Dekton® offers uncut surfa-ces and spaces, without limits and without interruptions, which can be applied in large format both indoors and outdoors spaces: bathrooms, kitchens, furniture, exterior walls, f loors and pavements, swimming pools, gardens, etc._

Cevisama, the great inter-national event for interior

design, architecture and decoration has finally arrived in 2015 that relies

on good data exceed the previous edition and in a show that will

become a platform and show-case of new trends ceramics.

Ceramic trends move between two very diffe-

rent but with common characteristics fronts;

on the one hand emerging markets,

each with its own cultural charac-

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i n d u s t r y to adapt

The event begins with hope after the success of last year and exhibits some collections focused on neutral luxury, beyond the wall,cartoon graphics, eclectic way, wild spirit and geometrical dreams

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the product; On the other hand, the traditional European and American markets, which demand more neu-tral and adapted to what happens in the field of interior products.

THE COLLECTIONSThe collections will be focused

on neutral luxury, beyond the wall, cartoon graphics, eclectic way, wild spirit and geometrical dreams. Geo-metry, color, mixing and matching new tooling design are issues of great importance in the current scenario of ceramic trends, all inf luenced by new technologies already in place, such as ceramic printing, but also why they are coming, as 3D printing. The future trends in ceramics is here in Cevisama 2015._

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SCHLÜTER SYSTEMS: NOVELTIESAND A SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY

The company will exhibit new, innovative solutions for the creative and reliable installation of ceramic tiles and natural stone. and as a special

highlight, 2015 marks the fortieth anniversary of Schlüter®-Schiene

To celebrate this milestone of its “original,” Schlüter-Systems will pre-sent a new, high-quality variant of the classic profile made of stainless steel, Schlüter®-Schiene-es, with a patented joint spacer.

This unique feature, which has become a proven industry standard, precisely defines a joint chamber with the tile. Tile installers will now have the choice whether to use the elegant stainless steel profile with or without joint spacer. Another new addition to the “Technology and Design with Profiles” category is the versatile profile Schlüter®-Schiene-Step-EB. This high-quality stainless steel profile can be used

for finishing the edges of ceramic countertops, stair steps or in “tile on tile” restoration projects. In its Illu-minated Profile Technology product segment, the company will introduce a number of new developments for Schlüter®-Liprotec. Novelties range from an innovative and comfortable control based on an app with blue-tooth receiver to new complete sets for creating wall panels, various alu-minium profiles with elegant stain-less steel finishes, and master/slave technology for the easy management of large light installations. Last, but not least, the company will also in-troduce Schlüter®-Liprotec-WSK, a profile with integrated conduit._

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The new NK Concept se-ries has an iconographic

quality and becomes a new iconic symbol for Noken. Modern ba-throom design demands that sani-tary ware, brassware and storage solutions should work together to create an interconnected scheme.

NK Concept offers a complete bathroom solution and features aesthetically pleasing forms that convey a new sense of lightness.

THE NK CONCEPT BRASSWAREThe NK Concept brassware

line focuses on a responsible lifes-tyle with a well-defined design for a deliberately ecological product range of mixer options for basin, bath and showering.

NK Concept boosts a wide-ranging offer with five basin mixer choices for deck-mount, f loor-mount and concealed wall insta-llation, bidet, a freestanding and deck-mounted bath mixer, expo-sed shower plus bath-shower mi-xer, and SmartBox Uno, Vario and Termo shower solutions combined with a shower Pack.

WELLNESS SHOWERSThe Lounge wellness showers

are inspired by the highest con-cept of well-being.

Lounge showers stand for a multi-sensorial experience for a feeling of total relaxation and de-dication to self-care. The remote

control, that can be installed insi-de the shower, allows you to start your preferred wellness program with colour cycle or select your favourite colour tone. The energy of red, the purity of white, the se-renity of green or the relaxation of yellow, all at the touch of a button. The wellness programs are Energy, Relax, Balance and Sensation.

The concealed ceiling shower heads are capable of transforming your bathroom in a private well-ness haven.

The Lounge shower system offers 3 different dimensions to suit divers shower designs and spaces; 40x40, 40x60 and 60x60cm including shower sensations such as raindrop, mist, waterfall, lami-nar jet and cromotherapy._

A complete bathroom solution and features aesthetically pleasing forms that convey a new sense of lightness

NOKEN LAUNCHES ITS NK CONCEPT

Azteca is once again present in the Cevisama trade fair with the intention of showing its cus-tomers and visitors a wide offer of products and services prepared exclusively for this event. With the construction of a stand of more than 480 m2, located on Level 3, Pavilion 2, Stand B-28, Azteca has prepared an offer similar to the one of recent years concerning exhibition space, but highly reno-vated in its structure and design, showing a strong commitment to the most cutting-edge decoration trends.

Glossy, metallic finishes, evo-king luxury and modernity, take on special protagonism with the launch of the spectacular Smart Lux, Emotion and Magic series. The suggestions in black and whi-te, the reliefs and the lappato finis-hes of these collections of porce-lain stoneware make it possible to create exclusive environments of high aesthetic value, which at Az-teca are included under the trend known as “Metallic & Decorative”. The new metallic series Navy, in the 30x90 and 60x60 formats, completes the offer in this trend, which occupies a preferential spa-ce along the stand of this fair.

In contrast, the other strong bid continues to be the finishes that come from inspiration in na-ture. Thus, suggestions are added to the trend “Natural Elements” such as the new Elite and Nordic series, also present with the dual aspects of cladding and f looring in the most successful Azteca for-mats (30x90, 31x75 and 60x60), and that complement the existing

offer with their cotto and petreo designs, respecti-vely.

Special men-tion within this trend to the launch of two new offers in ceramic woods: the Aspen and Atlas Lux se-

ries, which serve as presentation of the new extra-long format of 20x120 porcelain sto-neware. These collections become new alternatives to the woods al-ready existing in the range, provi-ding a bigger-than-usual size, with 20x120 cm boards, and in the case of the ASPEN, with a clearly novel and innovative design and finish.

The “Industrial & Minimal”, “New Traditional” and “Full Co-lors” trends complete the decora-tion offer of the brand for the fair. The wide variety of collections within these state-of-the-art trends offers solutions in design and qua-lity to the most demanding con-sumers in the world of decoration and the habitat.

DISNEY, BY AZTECAThe Disney characters present

in the Azteca ceramic collections continue with their differentiated space in the value proposal offered by the brand. As in the previous edition, at the stand, preferential environments and uses are propo-sed for the wide range of ceramic components that form the Disney licence managed by Azteca.

The firm completes its offer with some of the brand’s bids: the combination of ceramic with other materials of the habitat and inte-rior design, such as natural stone (Brick Soft series) and glass (Soul series); the new reliefs of cladding (Rorc, Strip and Trop) in the 31x75 and 30x90 formats, given the great reception by the market of the vo-lume finishes, and last year’s main launches, Armony, Symphony and Cosmos, in different formats and finishes._

The firm presents a renovated stand where the star attractions are the state-of-the-art metallic glosses

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The firm launches in Cevisama this amazingrange has been created in the Antic 7x15 format

CEVICA: FEELINGS AND SENSATIONS

The Feelings & Sensations range has been created in the Antic 7,5x15 format and combines with the Antic, Antic Craquele and Antic Special series.

This new range is composed of two embossed designs and 4 different patterns in each design randomly mixed:

Feelings, is the quiet and soft design that imitates lace in great

detail and creates authentic, fully renovated rooms.

Sensations, shows a design with more volume, with very dy-namic geometric patterns, but without losing the artisan charac-ter. Both designs are offered in 14 colours that let see the depth of the relief.

CEVICA: N2 – P4 – STAND D38

The pioneer architectural surface that providessolutions to the most demanding professionals

THESIZE PRESENTS ITS ‘NEOLITH 2015’

For first time, TheSize will present in Spain the ‘Neo-

lith New Products 2015’ at Cevisa-ma (Level 3, Hall 4, Stand D-23) than include exquisite designs and stunning finishes as well as new formats.

NEWS DESIGNSNeolith introduces two new

models of Estatuario to its Classto-ne marble collection, and new designs as Calacatta or Travertino Clásico and Travertino Navona and Onyx.

To the Fusion collection, are added a range of neutral colors in grey and creams, as the Pietra di Luna, Pietra di Piombo and Pietra di Osso. Also, are introduced two black models: Nero Assoluto and Nero Zimbabwe.

To the Neolith Iron collection are added two new models, Iron Blue and Iron Ash.

Two new eye-catching desig-ns that contrast and complement

perfectly with the previous four colors. Thus Neolith expands its color range with more than 40 different models inspired by mar-bles, textiles, metals, wood, na-tural and industrial elements and bright colors.

All these models are easily combined with other colors and decorative elements.

NEW FINISHESNeolith increases its range of

finishes available, offering a total of four finishes: Satin, a completely matte finish ideal for commercial applications; Silk, a finish that provides a subtle shine and a nice soft touch; Riverwashed, a finish with a rough texture and relief; Po-lished, a bright finish with a per-fectly linear ref lection that confers depth and elegance to the material thanks to the technology used and its unique process in the market, which brings a realism and depth innate in the polishing of the na-tural stone.

NEW FORMATSNew tile formats of 1,500 x

1,500 mm, 1,500 x 750 mm and 750 x 750 mm that surprises for its unusual dimensions for this pro-duct category, having fewer joints, which is translated into a more minimalist and modern look with a better hygiene aspect._

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The new collections keep natural textures and clear, pastel colours. Wall and floor tilesrepresenting wood, stone, marble or cement now include new designs based on metals

CIFRE, NATURAL TEXTURES AND NEW FORMATS

New designs and formats for new markets will be the highlights of the novelties that Cifre Cerámi-ca.

The company from Onda is launching new formats (25x80 cm, 75x75 com and 10x30 cm), es-pecially designed for clients from Eastern European countries, a growing market for the company.

These new formats are now part of the catalogue, together with the large pieces that the com-pany presents: 45x90 cm, 90x90 cm 120x60 cm or 120x20 cm, among others.

The new collections keep na-tural textures and clear, pastel co-lours. Wall and f loor tiles represen-ting wood, stone, marble or cement

now include new designs based on metals. The tiles that reproduce tra-ditional ceramics in colours, shapes

The revolutionary Digital Print technology from the Spanish firmtakes mosaic to new levels, limited only by your imagination

MOSAVIT PRESENTSTHEIR NEW SERIES PRINT

Mosavit arrives in the fair (Le-vel 3, Pavilion 4, Stand A-16) with the new models in the series Print – launched in Cersaie with great success – allowing mosaic lovers to enjoy not only solid or irides-cent colours, reliefs and mixes, but to enter into the world of digital printing on mosaic, developed by Mosavit.

As demonstrated previously by the company in their most recent collections, you can loose yourself in their “beautiful graphics desig-ns with decorations such as the hydraulic Cement tiles, Baltimo-re or Toscana”, make a statement with the avant-garde Moma or Tate,

or be seduced by the original and fresh Patchwork collections.

ELEGANCE & VERSATILEAnd for those who are looking

to extend the simplicity of natural wood into the bathroom, the Fo-rest collection offers “the elegance of this versatile, natural material without any of the inconveniences”.

Catering to the classic tastes, Mosavit introduces the Calacatta, Galatta and Travertino, or decora-tions such as the Savona or Jaipur. Mosavit also lets you explore your creative side, offering personalized designs that meet any specification or request._

MONTBLANC SERIESMONTBLANC SERIES

and patterns, also become more im-portant in this new catalogue. The novelties of Cifre Cerámica for 2015

also include wall tiles with subtle and elegant patterns, perfects for the new times._


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© 2013 AnjasoraCno. foyes Ferraes s/n12110 Castellón. l’Alcorat (+34) 964.36.71.24 f (+34) [email protected]

BAÑOS, COCINAS, SALONES, FACHADAS, LOCALES COMERCIALESBATHROOM, KITCHEN, LIVING ROOM, FACADE, COMERCIAL PREMISES

A SECOND SKIN FOR YOUR HOME

The new ultra-compact surface by the Cosentino Group launches Aura, Edora, Irok, Kairos y Vegha, colours that

highlight the beauty and purity of natural stone

DEKTON®PRESENTS 5 NEW COLOURS

Dekton® by Cosentino, the new ultra-compact surface by the Cosentino Group created for the world of architecture and design, launches five new colours that highlight the beauty and purity of natural stone.

In honour of the beauty that Nature has shared with us for mi-llions of years, every creation of this new line encompasses unique design patterns with magnificent veining to evoke the most exquisite natural materials.

These new colours stand out for their delicate harmony and in-comparable beauty.

These new references, ca-lled Aura, Edora, Irok, Kairos and Vegha, are added to Dekton® by Cosentino’s initial palette which was created at the start of 2013, and which was a revelation for the world of architecture and interna-tional design.

As their inspiration is drawn from nature, these five new colours have been integrated into Dekton® by Cosentino’s Natural Collection. With their addition, the Dekton® range now has 15 colours, divided into three different collections: So-lid Collection, Natural Collection and Tech Collection._

KAIROS

AURA

The company presents its novelties on the mosaic side, withdigital printed designs and hexagonal proportions, andporcelain, with stony digital printing and large format

INTERMATEX GROUP,INSPIRING TRENDS

The novelties that Interma-tex has developed this year

for Cevisama fair (N3 P4 D24) are focused not only on the mosaic, but also on the porcelain. On the mosaic side, two basic trends define mosaic developments: digital printed desig-ns on the one hand and hexagonal proportions on the other. Regarding the porcelain also two factors have independently inf luenced the new products: stony digital printing and large format (60x120).

MOSAICFour are the ranges that have

been brought to light in this fair. On the hexagonal chips side we have on one hand Living, that gives us varie-

ty of applications (very adaptable to fit to curved surfaces and suita-ble for f loor) with a similar looking to the successful Lagos range from de company. Six are the colors in-cluded in the range. On the other hand we have Tour (4 colours) in a larger hexagonal chip format, and as the name suggests, gives us a more urban style with inserts, printed in digital, of different popular cities. On the other hand, in 5x5cms format we have Elements consisting of three subtle colours series, which is deco-rated with geometric textile inserts, which are seamlessly integrated into each of the three mosaics.

Finally, as a renovation and modernization proposal of the suc-

cessful Elegance range, replicated many times by competitors, the com-pany launches Kroma. Three are, this time, the colors that include this range. The same metallic colours that, year after year, remain between the best and most representative items for the company.

PORCELAIN TILESWith regards to the porcelain,

on one side we have Domus Bianco in 60x60, a super polished porcelain tile with a carrara stone desing very subtle and elegant with a light pat-tern that, with an immaculate purity in its ‘sanitary white’, provides an ex-quisite brightness. Furthermore the company, following the recommen-

ELEMENTS GREY SIDE VIEW

dations of its customers, launches its two most popular porcelain tiles Ca-pri and Alaska in large size 60x120. This way the company adapts to the type of customer that demands this format, with two very attractive and saleable alternatives._

KROMA - SAPPHIRE

The company presents its new large format ceramic, natural stonefor ‘dress’ spaces, exquisite mosaics and natural stone flexible

ANJASORA: INNOVATION, ELEGANCE AND DESIGN

The Anjasora’s proposal can be enjoyed another year in fair where the company presents its latest in large format ceramic (anjasoratile), natural stones to ‘dress’ your spaces (theStones), the most exquisite mo-saics (theMosaic) and , of course, the longer it known Flexible natural sto-ne (Flextone).

FLEXIBLE NATURAL STONEThe truth is that the f lexible na-

tural stone still delighting those who know the material and are increasin-gly prescribers recommending their use.

Not surprisingly, both for its high quality and its savings, has be-

come its own right in the perfect ally for rehabilitation.

For those who do not know in detail the characteristics we remind you that Flextone is a sheet of slate of 1 to 2 mm. thick, coated from be-hind with fiberglass and polyester, which gives high strength and di-mensional stability.

The f lexible sheets of stone were first created in 1995 and after many years of research and develop-ment process has been perfected for a new series of products from sheets of f lexible and natural stone.

Anjasora has made one piece, a sheet of natural stone and light f lexi-ble._


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Silvestre

The company offers solutions forconstruction professionals with products

that bring new value to conventional systems

BUTECH SHOWS ITS NEW PROPOSAL

Butech presents their new collections. In this edition, focu-ses on solutions for construction professionals with products that bring new value to conventional solutions.

PROFILE PRO-BALCONYIt is bottom profiles for cera-

mic f looring on terraces, balconies and other outdoor f loorings. Pro-tect parts and prevent water leaks, both f loors and facades. It is desig-ned to be used with Lamitech n, bu-tech membrane for waterproofing and exterior desolidarisation.

PROFILE PRO-SHOWERA new range of profiles for

shower trays work. Designed to cover the sides of shower trays, is specially designed for showers with a single slope direction. There are also special parts for installation of glass partitions. These profiles are stainless steel and are available in two different finishes: gloss and brushed.

PRO-STEP WIt is a wooden trim profile

for steps. With a modern finish in

straight lines, I suitable for both Ston-ker and Par-ker.

PRO-DILATAButech extends the range of

profiles for movement joints with a new type of gasket only 5mm wide.

MODULAR FAÇADE SYSTEMThe Butech modular system is

an innovative lightweight construc-tion cladding facades with large (as XLight of Urbatek), which by their speed of execution and its contri-bution to the energy efficiency of the building, make it a system that confers value to the finished pro-duct at a lower price to traditional construction.

Is system consists of two outer plates Panel SECUROCK, inner core composed of three layers of insula-tion 4 cm thick each and cladding plates superfine porcelain sto-neware XLight 100 X 300 cm thus achieving the highest performance efficiency energy for its construc-tion.

It should also be inicar which is supported by a tubular steel structure which anchors the panel to the bulding structure._

PRO-BALCONY

The company, which is present in Cevisama through different companies haveentrusted the realization of his stand, again shows why it is a reference in the sector

Fustecma, firm specializing in comprehensive design and project has returned to make clear why it is a reference also in trade architectu-re, since the high quality of its work has led to such leading ceramic com-panies as Grespania, Ape, Vernís and Current ceramics, among others, will not entrust the performance of their new stand for Cevisama 2015.

GRESPANIA’S SHOWROOMIn this sense, taking the

showroom of Grespania as evidence of the successful bid Fustecma, the truth is that the result is impressive because, with a size of 1,400 m2 of exclusive space dedicated to show-

casing products, has become all an event of the sector. Fustecma has de-veloped the entire project from start through drawings and 3D views, studying the needs of Grespania, to implementation and final assembly. With a wraparound style that domi-nates the rest white and light beco-mes the protagonist, has left its mark Fustecma high quality and innovati-ve design in this great project.

HIGH QUALITYIn addition, Fustecma is a gua-

rantee in manufacturing and high quality finishes for unique projects and designs and custom projects: showrooms and retail._

GRESPANIA’S STAND - BY FUSTECMA

FUSTECMA: HIGH QUALITY ANDDESIGN IN TRADE ARCHITECTURE

The specialist floor cleaning and treatment presents in Cevisama an anti-dirt to protectthe porcelain tile system with two specific products either for technical finish or lapatto

F ila will be present in Cevisa-ma with the unique system

protection against dirt for porcelain stoneware with two specific pro-ducts according to the type of (unpo-lished and lappato) finished system: FilaStop Dirt & FilaPD15.

The two products, which are already having a great sales success between the ceramic dealers are the result achieved through continuous investment in R & D and thanks to the vitality of the company that has always committed to innovation.

FILASTOP DIRTFilaStop Dirt is the innovative

specific product to protect against dirt natural and texture porcelain

tiles. Thanks to the micrometric te-chnology, FilaStop Dirt creates an invisible barrier that prevents dirt accumulation.

FILAPD15FilaPD15 is the innovative spe-

cific product to protect against dirt lappato porcelain tiles, that restoring sheen by increasing the material’s surface shine and makes ordinary manteinance easier.

APP FILASOLUTIONSFila will present at the exibition

its ‘APP Fila Solutions’ in spanish lan-guage. Developed for trade profes-sionals, retailers and customers, the easy-to-use ‘how to’ app provides a

FILA LAUNCHES ITS NEW SOLUTIONS: FILASTOPDIRT & FILAPD15

comprehensive surface care resource - from advice on an ideal treatment, to a ‘coverage calculator.’

DOWNLOAD IT It is available to download from

http://bit.ly/FILA-app, Apple Store or Google Play, in British English, American English, Italian, German, Spanish and French, via smartphone and tablet.

The Fila app includes a seve-ral main function menus such as Treatment systems, to identifies the ideal Fila treatment for any surface; What to do if to identifies the best problem solution and Measuring device, to calculates the amount of product needed for each treatment._


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G R A N A D A L A C O R U Ñ A

B I L B A O V A L E N C I A

M U R C I A

Z A R A G O Z A G I R O N A I R Ú NA L I C A N T E T E N E R I F E

‘BALINT HOUSE’, BY FRAN SILVESTRE, AN ARCHITECTURE IN MOTION

NEWS_REPORT

When an architecture studio like that of Fran Silvestre is presented with a material with the characteristicsof Krion®, possibilities become infinite

texts_R. D. / photos_DIEGO OPAZO


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» ‘Casa Balint’ - Bétera, (Valencia). 1200,00 m2 (site area) & 772,00m2 (built area).We do not find Krion® only in the ventilated facade created by Butech, a firm of the Porcelanosa Group, but also in the interior where we can appreciate bathroom countertops, shower trays, bathroom furniture, a dining table and the kitchen countertop made with Krion® by VF Superficies Sólidas.


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ARCHITECTURE

dynamic ideas for a moving world

This time we are going to talk about the ‘Balint House’ (Va-

lencia), by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos. When an architecture studio

like that of Fran Silvestre is presen-ted with a material with the cha-racteristics of Krion®, possibilities become infinite; and this project in Bétera, Valencia, is a clear example of the boundless ingenuity of Fran Silvestre Arquitectos.

A privileged place within a golf course near to Valencia is the star-ting point of this project.

ELLIPTICAL TRACESThe proposal is drawn with

elliptical traces which contain the program and maximize the possi-bilities of local urban law by mini-mizing the volumetric impact on the site.

Thus, a piece with a conti-nuous façade that seems to lodge only one f loor is set on the site. The aerodynamic visuals of it gui-de the eye towards the deepness of the neighbouring landscape.


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ARCHITECTURE

dynamic ideas for a moving world

» Through these images we can get an idea of how Fran Silvestre has ‘played’ with the elements, using elliptic curves and traces and letting the light conquer each area of each room with spectacular results.

The volume is placed leaving as much free surface as possible towards the southern edge of the plot for it to be used as a garden, while the lateral limits are blurred with vegetation. The other elements that compose the urbanization re-semble the curved nature of the place’s topography.

The inner space of the house is articulated through a central void which contains communications. Service spaces, installations and the kitchen are used to orthogonalize the curved trace of the lower f loor, which opens to the garden. The up-per f loor with the rooms and the underground, opened to the patio, provide the house with more boun-ded spaces.

Four concrete supports on the lower f loor hold the arched roof, from which the room’s f loor hangs. This structure is covered with a mo-nolithic ventilated facade made with Krion®, the Solid Surface from Por-celanosa Group, which with a sim-ple curvature and without need for thermoforming adapts to the geo-metry of the piece. The rest of the materials range from white to black through all shades of grey.

We do not find Krion® only in the ventilated facade created by Butech, a firm of the Porcelanosa Group, but also in the interior where we can appreciate bathroom coun-tertops, shower trays, bathroom fur-niture, a dining table and the kitchen countertop made with Krion® by VF Superficies Solidas. Other explana-tions can be superposed to this des-cription, as the carpet of light which transforms the inside of the house as the hours go by.

ARCHITECTURE

For more information:

www.fransilvestrenavarro.comwww.porcelanosa.comwww.butech.eswww.krion.es


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ARCHITECTURE

PROJECT TEAM

Fran Silvestre | Principal in chargeFran Ayala | ArchitectÁngel Fito | ArchitectAdrián Mora | ArchitectJordi Martínez | ArchitectMaria Masià | Architect

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

David Gallardo | UPV

BUILDING ENGINEER

Carlos García INTERIOR DESIGNALFARO HOFMANN

PHOTOGRAPHYDiego Opazo

ART DIRECTIONAdrián Mora Maroto

COLLABORATORS COMPANIESKrion | PorcelanosaButech | PorcelanosaL’Antic Colonial | PorcelanosaShüco | Dekovent LOCATIONBétera, Valencia

SITE AREA / BUILT AREA1200,00 m2 / 772,00 m2


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texts_ R.D. / photos_XABIER BOYMOND

A remarkable and great projetc by the architect Herni Paret, who has optimized to maximize the natural light and the original space and has implemented Kawneer solutions, designer-maker specializing in architectural aluminum systems

A REFURBISHMENT IN MARSEILLE WITH VIEWS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN

RENOVATION - CONSTRUCTIVE SOLUTIONS

We speak now of another interesting project, a

refurbishment in Marseille, with unparalleled views of the Medite-rranean Sea. This property which, after being refurbished with the installation of lifts glass enclosu-res, is optimized to maximize the natural light and the original spa-ce that had.

CONSTRUCTIVE SOLUTIONSThis has been the main goal

of a remarkable project that has led the architect Henri Paret and for which it has relied on Kawneer solutions, designer-maker specia-lizing in architectural aluminum systems.


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A REFURBISHMENT IN MARSEILLE WITH VIEWS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN

RENOVATION - CONSTRUCTIVE SOLUTIONS

The building in its original state, dating back to the 70s, lacked natu-ral light despite being located in one of the brightest areas of the French town. Also had very few openings and trips abroad and distribution, with excessive compartmentaliza-tion of space, also prevented the

free movement of its inhabitants. To fix all this, and pursue this prfound renewal of both indoor and outdoor housing, Paret chose Kasting Kaw-neer sliding. Maintaining the same concrete structure existed, these were installed several large sliding rails that in addition to ensure high

technical and mechanical perfor-mance, ensure greater comfort and thermal efficiency and harmony with the design chosen for housing.

Sliding Kasting angled three and six sheets allow the maximum opening to the outside in the villa. Another architectural oddities in this housing is installed on the roof structure. “As if it were an umbre-lla, makes this construction in an absolutely open and light architec-ture that seems suspended abo-ve his environment. Thanks to it have been able to eliminate certain load-bearing walls and columns to create maximum openings to the outside”, says the architect Paret

NO DIVISIONSIn houses, the sliding angle and

integrated sliding shutters are the

perfect element to integrate the gar-den and house with no visible divi-sions. This sliding door system offers a modern and discreet concealment with enhanced security, in which the leaf is integrated into the wall.

FULL PANORAMICThus, the tenant can enjoy a

full panoramic opening outwards, leaving the walls free hosting to the sheet you want.

What was once a closed, opaque housing has become a fully connec-ted building with its surroundings, which reconciles with large ope-nings and also stands out for its con-temporary, elegant and minimalist design._

www.henriparet-architecte.com


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B2B - CRM

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SOCIAL MEDIA SEO & SEM

SERVICIOS WEB VIDEO PRODUCCIÓN

Servicios en Internet para empresas como la tuya

texts_ R. D

The BigMat Group Internatio-nal Conference was hosted

in Dublin, with the theme “Listening to Our Environment, the Key to De-veloping Our Business”.

The key points discussed at this Irish conference include meeting client requirements, appropriately interacting with clients, focus on and awareness of the market and the competition and, finally, strategically integrating digital tools at points-of-sale.

WORKSHOPSThe members of the BigMat

Group and professionals from the construction materials distribu-tion sector shared their experience through workshops and presen-tations organised by Jean-Jacques Gressier and Thierry Spencer, of Académie du Service.

The highlights included a study of BigMat members’ clients on a Eu-ropean scale, enabling them to focus on their priorities and their imple-mentation in the differentBigMat country markets.

PRESENTATIONSIn the presentation entitled

“What can we learn from our com-petitors?”, Jean-Jacques Gressier de-veloped ten best practices regarding competition.

They include tips to encourage members to better showcase their points-of-sale.

Thierry Spencer’s speech on “What can we learn from other busi-nesses?” focused on the importance of strong concepts at large brands’ points-of-sale in marketing terms; this focus is part of the Group’s DNA.

Presentations by specialists, particularly Google representative Emmanuel Dollé, on “Comparing, preparing online purchases and vi-sits”, were closely followed by parti-cipants in view of their importance.

DIGITAL WORLDThere were multiple opinions

on the digital world and the practi-

The members of the BigMat Group and professionals from theconstruction materials distribution sector shared their experience through workshops and presentations in a international conference

BIGMAT GROUP CELEBRATESA CONGRESS IN DUBLIN

SECTOR - NEWS

» BigMat International Congress. Claude Coutant. President.

» BigMat International Congress. Jesús Mª Prieto. BigMat Iberia.

Managing director


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SECTOR - NEWS

B2B - CRM

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SOCIAL MEDIA SEO & SEM

SERVICIOS WEB VIDEO PRODUCCIÓN

Servicios en Internet para empresas como la tuya

BIGMAT GROUP CELEBRATESA CONGRESS IN DUBLIN

cally inevitable use of Internet tools; the ensuing debate was open and interactive. A country-by-country focus clearly identified the group’s ongoing strategic development.

A GREAT OPPORTUNITYDublin was a great opportunity

for everyone to speak their mind and make their own contributions, particularly during two round tables entitled: “Our differences and our strengths for promoting client rela-tionships”. “In view of these trends and studies, what are the stakes for BigMat?”

Regarding the Brand’s develo-pment, one important moment was the welcoming of Slovakia to the group and its presentation to the as-sembly.

ARCHITECTURE AWARD 2015The conference ended with the

presentation and launch of the se-cond edition of the BigMat Interna-tional Architecture Award 2015. The Awards will be presented at our next gathering in November 2015 in Ber-lin.

Finally, Claude Coutant, Presi-dent of BigMat International, remin-

ded us that the conference is impor-tant for the federation and union of the group, and stressed:

“We are convinced that we must make timely moves in the right direction in order to remain competitive. We must also be cu-rious, be interested in our clients, our suppliers, our competitors, our collaborators, so that we may be the best.

And, finally, always remember that “we do not only sell materials, what we sell are solutions!”

ABOUT BIGMATThe business of BigMat on the

peninsula begins in 1997 and is dis-tinguished by the plus value-added products and services aimed at both professional and private.

It consists of 190 members and 282 points of sale involving more than one million square meters of sales.

It is present in all the Autono-mous Communities and Europe with centers in France, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Belgium, Italy and Portu-gal, with a total of more than eight hundred outlets in these five coun-tries._

» in this file photo, ‘Elishout Kitchen Tower Campus COOVI’, Brussels, by Xaveer De Geyter Architects (XDGA),

the International Architecture Award Bigmat 2013’s winner.

texts_ P. R. / photos_ P. RUGE

We show us the Green Health City proposal by

Peter Ruge Architekten: an ecolo-gically sustainable development

located in China’s Hainan Pro-vince, in Boao Lecheng on

the Wanquan River, as we read in archdaily.com.

By establishing a cross-disciplinary and

inter-cultural ap-proach to design

that is routed in China’s long his-

tory, a compre-hensive and

well consi-dered mas-

t e r p l a n s c h e -

me is

Designed to support and promote the condition of physical and emotional human health, the project is an ecologically sustainable development located in China’s Hainan Province, in Boao Lecheng on the Wanquan River

THE GREEN HEALTH CITY PROPOSAL BY PETER RUGE

achieved. More images and archi-tects’ description after the break. Five island districts bring together world-class medical facilities, employ new strategies for green energy pro-duction and rethink transportation networking to achieve a sustainable urban prototype. Pathways toward a sustainable future are forged through strong ties to local identity and respect for history.

MAIN CONCEPTSA system of design is guided by

concepts related to; 5 Elements – City of Creation; 5 Organs – City of Health; 5 Senses – City of Commu-nication; 5 Islands – City of Relaxa-tion; and 5 Rings – City of Individual Transport. Balance between these cycles and systems are applied to

SUSTAINABILITY

create a harmonious planning arran-gement, promoting positive energy f low within each of the island dis-tricts and throughout the develop-ment as a whole

GREEN CITYSustainable urban design that

prioritizes natural land use and plan-ning strategies minimises energy consumption and reduces building footprints. 70% renewable energy production facilitated through the use of wind turbines, bio gas, pho-tovoltaic cells, hydraulic systems and smart grid energy saving devi-ces for the storing and distribution of power, will service this 100% Co2 neutral development.

HEALTH CITYEnvironments that promote

health include a combination of faci-lities that treat illness and assist well-being through a five star process involving diagnosis, cure, rehabili-tation, rejuvenation, and prevention.Check-up programmes with a special focus on geriatric care management

and faculty’s specific to the deve-lopment and application of stem

cell research form the nucleus of the development complex.

FUTURE CITYDirect access to electro bus, e-

car, bicycle hire services and a gene-ral circuit elevated magnetic railway network that use zero emission re-chargeable battery operated power offers a variety of f lexible and sustai-nable transportation options

All private and fossil fuelled ve-hicles will remain outside the deve-lopment complex, and a fully integra-ted transportation system provided.

INTERNATIONAL CITYIn co-operation with Charitè,

the knowledge and expertise of more than 100 clinics and institutions worldwide will assure Green Health City a place at the international fo-refront of health care development.

This scheme pioneers new mo-dels for sustainable development in China’s healthcare market, sets a benchmark for the design of ecologi-cal cities and a standard for a healthy future, offering a gift from China to the World for keeping our blue pla-net healthy and green._


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» Frank Gehry.

texts_ D. G.

Frank Gehry has completed his first building in Australia

– the Dr Chau Chak Wing building at Sydney’s University of Techno-logy, set to open in early 2015, as we read in architectureanddesign.com. The 85-year-old architect, who is based in Los Angeles, designed the building to provide teaching, research and office accommoda-tion for the UTS Business School, as part of £612 million overhaul of the university’s facilities.

According to the University, Gehry’s team began by building a range of models for the faculty team to comment on and approve, and only when the University was happy with the internal layout and its associated learning experiences was the external skin designed and added on

FLUID SHAPESThese f luid shapes appear si-

milar to those of Frank Gehry’s previous buildings, like the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Gugg-enheim Bilbao, but here they have been created using 320,000 custom-designed bricks that had to be laid by hand. The architect told newspa-per The Australian that the choice of materials was a response to the local context.

“I think when the university hired me they expected a shiny metal building,” he said. “I made some shiny metal models but they were things I had already sort of worked over and done. I just felt that it should be a material like in the neighbourhood. If I’d built it in metal it would have been fine too, but I think the metal would have cost more”, says.

The Canadian-born architect said he was inspired by the way that artists use folds to explore colour, form and shadow. “Because of the technology we’ve developed we were able to design something that was primitively made — hand-laid brick — that could follow tho-se kinds of forms and I’ve always wanted to do that with brick”._

The prestigious architect, who is based in Los Angeles, designed thebuilding to provide teaching, research and office accommodation for the UTS

Business School, as part of £612 million overhaul of the university’s facilities

FRANK GEHRY HAS COMPLETED THE SYDNEY BUSINESS SCHOOL

GREAT PROJECT


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NEWS FLASH

New Atlanta Stadium with Retractable ‘Roof Petals’, by 360 Architecture

A f ly-through over the new Atlanta Falcons’ stadium has been released, revealing an unprecedented retracta-ble roof designed by 360 Architecture (recently acquired by HOK).

According to the stadium’s official website, the Pantheon-inspired stadium’s “eight unique roof petals” can rotate open in less than eight minutes, much like a “camera lens.” It will also be clad in a translucent ETFE fabric that, when closed, will allow natural light to pass into its interior.

The stadium, already under construction, will fea-ture expandable seating (up to 83,000 seats), a 61,000 square-foot public plaza and the “100-Yard Bar.” It is ex-pected to open in 2017.

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