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The SFJ6 project in the Puente de Vallecas eco-neighborhood is known for its sustainable approach to affordable housing. Wood in ceilings and facades, combined with responsible materials, creates warm spaces and promotes social interaction, enhancing the quality of life in this groundbreaking urban development.
Natural wood is making its way into skyscrapers, such as the 50 Hudson Yards by Foster + Partners, due to improvements in safety, fire resistance, and sustainability. This article examines how to meet construction codes when incorporating wood into large projects, ensuring both practicality and visual appeal.
The faceted facade of the Tianjin Juilliard School provides a perfect example of how natural wood panels can be integrated into facades with complex geometries. Expansion joints and other key factors are essential for achieving precision that accounts for material expansion and contraction.
We interviewed Marina del Mármol and Mauro Bravo about their SFJ6 project, which reimagines the construction of affordable housing in response to the pandemic. The design emphasizes well-being in both indoor and outdoor spaces, encouraging social interaction and strengthening the connection between the homes and the city.
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Parklex Prodema panels feature a surface layer with natural timber as opposed to printed paper, bringing a high-quality feel to facades and interiors.
