OUTLOOK APARTMENTS CASE STUDY 

CLIENT

263 Kepa Road Limited

ARCHITECT

MAP Architects

CONTRACTOR

Clearwater Construction

LOCATION

Kepa Road Apartment - Location

 

 

BRIEF

These high spec apartments had multiple different forms of screening to meet the requirements of privacy, sun shading, and aesthetics demanded by such a location. 

Insol's  expertise was required to design and engineer multiple bespoke systems for the different forms of screening from glass fins and sliding louvre panels, to a fine tubular veil.

 KEY CHALLENGES

  • Bespoke connection detailing
  • Seismic design
  • Wind noise risk mitigation
  • Tight delivery program

OUR APPROACH

Insol assisted +Map architecture early in the design phase with connection detailing. We methodically worked through each different screening system to provide a robust design that meet the architectural intent.

One of the main features was a screen made of vertical 38mm diameter aluminium tubes that wrapped around the corners of the building. This presented some unique challenges with design being at high risk of creating wind noise.

Insol undertook computer analysis of the airflows around this feature and determined that physical testing was necessary to eliminate the risk. We then carried out physical 1:1 scale testing which confirmed we could proceed with the architectural detail and maintain the intent.

RESULT

As is befitting the address and views, Outlook Apartments shine with a unique facade that adds a rich warmth to the exterior. The light reflection on the facade seemingly dances as you move past, playfully setting the building apart whilst maintaining a high level of distinction. 

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