Detail Studies

September 8, 2022
September 8, 2022 STE - AD

Detail Studies

Sketches for a Glass Façade and Interior Cladding Detail

We are studying some façade details for use in some of our projects. The first sketch below is for a stainless steel T-section that supports a laminated, fully tempered glass wall. The brackets in this detail are at intervals but could run continuously depending on the desired effect. This same detail can but used with insulated glass for thermal and acoustic performance improvements where appropriate.

 

Architectural Sketch of a Glass Facade Plan Detail

Glass Façade Plan Detail Study

 

The following detail is for an interior 3-dimensional GRG (glass-reinforced gypsum) panel. The parametric geometry of this panel can be constructed by several means, but the intent, in this case, is to use CNC-milled wax molds to achieve the shape. Several modules would be designed and milled to fit together and when arranged in a specific manner would form a larger pattern on an interior surface.

Architectural Sketch of a Parametric 3D Gypsum Panel

Parametric GRP – (Gypsum) Panel Detail Study

 

The indicative semi-circular pattern suggests a form of acoustic diffusion on the panels. The hemispheres could also be penetrations to allow acoustic absorption where required. The size and shape of these opens would vary to form a sub-pattern texture that would be designed and controlled via parametric modeling.

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STE - AD

STE-AD is an architectural practice founded by Sean T Ellis, AIA in 2021 in Hong Kong. Having gained experience working for several prominent, international Architecture Firms, STE-AD was founded in order to prioritize a few key elements of Architecture: Sustainability To focus effort and research on reducing carbon footprint within Architecture and the built environment Modularity To make components of Architecture repeatable, yet customizable, to reduce cost and potentially benefit Sustainability Design To push design further and create beautiful and provocative places and objects will always be at the forefront of what we do