Beam Twist Control in Stick-Built Glass Curtain Wall Projects
Beam Twist Control in Stick-Built Glass Curtain Wall Projects Beam twist is a common structural challenge in stick-built glass curtain wall construction. It arises from glass panel weight, uneven load distribution along beams, profile characteristics, and installation precision. Drawing on extensive project experience, SunFrame has developed a systematic approach to manage beam twist, keeping horizontal […]
Metal Facade Systems as a Medium of Brand Architecture
Metal Facade Systems as a Medium of Brand Architecture — An Observation on Geometric Expression and Constructive Order The facade of a commercial space is often the first architectural interface through which a brand is perceived. This perception relies on order — and order must be realized through structure. Café On-Site in Wenzhou, designed by […]
Curtain Walls Under Tropical Water Exposure
Curtain Walls Under Tropical Water Exposure — Water as a constant environmental condition in Southeast Asia In Southeast Asia, building envelopes operate under a consistently humid and water-intensive climate throughout the year. This condition is clearly reflected during events such as the Songkran Festival in Thailand, where urban façades are directly exposed to continuous water […]
Curtain Wall Color Durability: From Aesthetics to Performance
Curtain Wall Color Durability: From Aesthetics to Performance As Easter approaches, the colors of spring begin to fill urban spaces. From the playful decorations of seasonal eggs to the gentle tones of streetscapes, the city takes on a distinctly vibrant atmosphere. For building façades, however, color is more than a visual statement. It represents a […]
How Modern Facades Shape Space Through Light and Acoustics？
How Modern Facades Shape Space Through Light and Acoustics In a hotel lobby in the early morning, sunlight passes through the glass façade and settles softly on the marble floor, while the noise of the street remains outside. In a concert hall, each note is clearly received within the space, as laminated glass and façade […]
The Future of Photovoltaic Glass
The Future of Photovoltaic Glass — Photovoltaic Glass and the Future of Energy Integration As sustainable architecture and smart cities continue to evolve, photovoltaic glass is moving beyond its role as a passive energy-harvesting material. It is gradually extending into a building element with both functional and interactive potential. SunFrame’s introduction of perovskite photovoltaic glass, […]
BIPV Façades for Nighttime Urban Spaces
BIPV Façades for Nighttime Urban Spaces During Ramadan, urban rhythms across the Middle East shift noticeably. Daytime activity slows, while commercial and religious spaces become far more active at night. Shopping malls, mixed-use complexes, and mosques take on a distinctive festive atmosphere, placing greater demands on lighting quality, spatial experience, and energy use. In this […]
Perforated Facade Engineering Risks: Beyond the Pattern
Perforated Facade Engineering Risks: Beyond the Pattern Compared with conventional curtain wall systems, perforated facades remain relatively immature from an engineering perspective. Their highly customized nature means that each project is, in technical terms, almost a unique “non-standard solution.” As such, a perforated facade is never simply a matter of stacking materials or choosing forms; […]
Engineering the Void: How SunFrame Redefines Perforated Facade Excellence
Engineering the Void: How SunFrame Redefines Perforated Facade Excellence 1. Introduction: From “Void-and-Solid Aesthetics” to “Engineered Facades” Contemporary facades have evolved into integrated interfaces. For SunFrame, “perforation” is not just a decorative pattern; it is a system that must be fully engineered. The core challenge lies in achieving a balance between structural safety, constructability, and […]
Unitized Curtain Walls under Typhoon Lateral Loads
Unitized Curtain Walls under Typhoon Lateral Loads — Engineering Insights from SunFrame Typhoons are among the most destructive natural disasters globally, particularly affecting coastal regions in Southeast Asia. With climate change, both the frequency and intensity of typhoons are increasing, causing significant economic losses annually. In areas such as Southeast China and the Philippines, the […]
