Waterloo, Iowa
A beautiful example of the power for architectural mesh to completely transform a space from serving purely utilitarian function to becoming a design focal point, Cascade Architectural recently provided 3,582 sq. ft. of aluminum Fabricoil® for the expansion of VGM Group’s Iowa headquarters.
The focal point of the project is the building’s open, five-story central atrium that features wood paneling inset with vertical lights; sleek, white ceilings, columns, and curved balconies; and an all-glass elevator shaft. As the interior design phase was nearing completion, the project team was searching for a way to tie the theme of the exterior into the design scheme of the interior. To accomplish this, Kate Payne, Managing Architect at INVISION, chose aluminum Fabricoil finished in Antique Copper.
“We needed a way to incorporate the copper paneling on the facade into the interior,” says Payne. “Ultimately we decided to make the elevator shaft the focus of that design challenge.”
Payne and her team chose 5/16” 15-gauge Fabricoil at 15% fullness and paired it with Cascade’s sturdy and reliable Secura Track attachment system, which features nylon wheel bumper carriers. The enormous continuous metal mesh curtain stretches a full five stories tall, ultimately becoming the perfect finishing touch for the VGM Group headquarters – serving as the key design showpiece for the contemporary interior. Cascade's architectural mesh was also installed in a primary staircase – bolted along the risers to serve as fall protection while brightening the space and carrying the unique antique copper tones into the stairwell.
Leverage our experience by sharing your project details with Cascade's in-house team of technical experts and engineers before specifying a coiled wire fabric system. We collaborate with architects, designers, and contractors every day to bring their vision to life, and will partner with you throughout the lifespan of your project to help ensure optimal system specification, shorter lead times, lower costs, and reliable project delivery every time. We welcome you to schedule a meeting with a Cascade Architectural specialist today, or reach out by phone, email, or live chat to talk design details, material specs, finishes, attachment hardware, custom engineering, budget, shipping or installation considerations, and more.
The near limitless versatility of our innovative Fabricoil® coiled wire fabric systems make Fabricoil suitable for a wide range of decorative and functional applications. Your specified system's resulting technical properties, performance benefits, and budgetary considerations will vary based on the material attributes selected and complexity of pre-engineered or custom attachment system used, so don't hesitate to lean on our near 40 years experience developing innovative architectural mesh systems to ensure you’re meeting all your aesthetic, technical, performance, and budget requirements without straying from your design vision.
System: Galvanized Steel Secura TrackWeave: 5/16"Finish: Antique Copper
Our coiled wire fabric systems are engineered and manufactured to specification with American-made craftsmanship quality supported by Cascade's experienced technical assistance and architectural mesh design experts from concept to completion ensuring successful project delivery every time.
We take pride in providing expert technical assistance to architects and designers like you to help ensure the success of your project at every stage, so whether you're researching design options, writing a specification, requesting samples, looking for budgetary pricing, or just looking for inspiration, our experienced staff can quickly assist you and your team in identifying the best weave size, material, gauge, finish, fullness, and pre-engineered or custom attachment system to meet your specific needs, and ultimately bring your vision to life. Get connected with one of technical product specialists today by calling 1-800-999-2645 or emailing inquires@cascade-architectural.com.
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