Facade Creation: Same Material, Different Design Techniques

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With the increasing emphasis on the work environment, office space is no longer just a "grid" layout in the past, but is gradually developing towards an open layout and diversified functions, while focusing on the adaptive matching of shared spaces and exterior design that serve employees and the public.

When it comes to corporate headquarters buildings, there are always portraits of high-rise buildings in front of us. However, the following party will take you to observe the construction of a group of non high-rise corporate headquarters, appreciating the same material, different design techniques and applications.

01.Danone Headquarters

ORY Architecture

▲Convergence Danone © Takuji Shimmura

Danone Group has set up its global headquarters in the Convergence building in the Paris suburb of L ü ell Malmaison. The architectural firm, ORY., has designed a minimalist landmark building that represents the image of the resident companies and is rooted in the train station district.

To achieve this goal, the building adopts a visually transparent design that runs through, giving Danone's world's largest headquarters strong recognition and new visibility.

▲V-shaped metal structural column © Takuji Shimmura

When approaching this building, pedestrians will immediately notice the pure and smooth lines of its facade and the fully vitrified bottom layer. The base treatment is uniform and smooth, featuring a V-shaped metal column structure, which consolidates the overall integrity of the project.

The architectural style is organic, flexible, and almost emotional, with eyes flowing on rounded contours without any abrupt corners. The appearance of the commercial center is simple and the lines are pure, like a silky smooth facade with undulating waves.

▲Pearl white banded aluminum composite panel©  Takuji Shimmura

This building is like a white ship, composed of strip like strips made of pearl white aluminum composite panels, presenting a changing effect of light and shadow throughout the day. The curved facade sparkles with rainbow colors, establishing its own image.

The landscape garden in the building center is open to office staff and connects to the corporate restaurant, caf é, and bicycle parking lot. People can reach these areas through a corridor like passage, with a garden in the center of the corridor.

▲Courtyard Garden and Leisure Area© Takuji Shimmura

All of these spaces are designed like reception halls, maintaining transparency towards the streets and central garden. The renovated Armand, combined with a pedestrian street, has become a must visit for residents, strengthening the direct connection between the project and the block and adding vitality to the entire area.

02. GANG Chi Administrative Building

SAI Schleburg Generalplanungs

▲Overview of GANG Building Appearance© Karl Lassacher

GANG is the jeans trademark of Chini&Company GmbH, and its new administrative building located in Dusseldorf, Germany, draws inspiration from the curved lines of the trademark letters and extends them to the exterior design of the building.

The new Gang building is like a pair of jeans suitable for curved figures, neatly planned to blend into the surrounding environment. The building has a large front yard with only three floors, topped by a smaller pavilion that maintains a good distance from adjacent buildings.

▲GANG Architecture Appearance and Interior Space © Karl Lassacher

The building forms a certain angle with the main road to improve public visibility on the entrance side. On the curve extending towards the road, the letters of the trademark can be seen in both directions. The rooftop pavilion overlooks the nearby mountains and serves as a showcase for the family business, as well as a venue for meetings and events.

The building boldly expresses itself in both shape and material. It is a kidney shaped rounded building covered with aluminum composite panels that mimic stainless steel finishes. The slender panels follow the curves of the building and wind around the facade. Imitation stainless steel brushed aluminum composite material is a linear structure reflective aluminum finish that emphasizes horizontal ductility.

Detail of imitation stainless steel aluminum composite material © Karl Lassacher

Facade also plays an important role in energy efficiency. Its large area of glass helps to save electricity for lighting and heating in winter. In summer, external shutters and Flat noodles fixed on the upper floor can prevent high temperature. It is a green building that has completely realized carbon dioxide neutralization.

GANG Architecture Night Scene Appearance © Karl Lassacher