Double Skin Façades

Benefits and disadvantages of two-layer façades and a collection of cladding systems

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9 September, 2019

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ARTICLE OF THE WEEK How Do Double-Skin Façades Work? Double skin façades. Almost a self-explanatory name for façade systems consisting of two layers, usually glass, wherein air flows through the intermediate cavity. This space (which can vary from 20 cm to a few meters) acts as insulation against extreme temperatures, winds, and sound, improving the building's thermal efficiency for both high and low temperatures.  See more »

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WHAT PRODUCTS ARE ARCHITECTS USING? Perforated Facade Panel | ULMA Architectural Solutions Used on: Social Facilities in Roses | Exe arquitectura

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