Fit and Resilience: The Design Logic of Facade Systems in Australia
Fit and Resilience: The Design Logic of Facade Systems in Australia Architecture in Australia Begins with Environmental Considerations When designing buildings in Australia, many decisions are driven less by aesthetics and more by environmental realities. Wind loads, prolonged sun exposure, temperature fluctuations, and the persistent risk of bushfires in certain regions often shape the building’s […]
Rooftop Multi-Level Void Curtain Wall Construction
Rooftop Multi-Level Void Curtain Wall Construction — Sunframe’s Systematic Solutions for Complex High-Altitude Conditions As supertall buildings reach unprecedented heights and embrace increasingly complex spatial forms, rooftop multi-level voids have become a notable characteristic of modern architectural design. These spaces not only fulfill requirements for ventilation, equipment layout, and architectural expression but also create formidable challenges for […]
Rooftop Multi-Level Void Curtain Wall Design in Supertall Buildings
Rooftop Multi-Level Void Curtain Wall Design in Supertall Buildings — A Practical Design Perspective from Sunframe As supertall buildings continue to reach new heights and adopt increasingly complex spatial forms, rooftop multi-level voids have become essential elements of modern façade design. While these spaces add value to the building, they introduce design and construction challenges […]
Photovoltaic Glass Applications in Building Systems Across Regions
Photovoltaic Glass Applications in Building Systems Across Regions —From Southeast Asia to the Middle East Photovoltaic technology is shifting from external power equipment to an integral part of the building envelope. Photovoltaic glass, particularly Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), sits at the intersection of energy performance, architectural integration, and sustainability objectives. Differences in policy direction, climate conditions, power […]
2026 Façade Systems: From Visual Expression to Long-Term Performance
2026 Façade Systems: From Visual Expression to Long-Term Performance Observations on Façade Technology, Operation, and Maintenance The turn of a new calendar year is often marked by illuminated skylines and landmark façades in cities around the world. On New Year’s Eve, façade lighting is rarely switched off once the countdown ends. In many cases, it […]
Warmth in the Frozen North: Advanced Façade Thermal Insulation Technologies
Warmth in the Frozen North: Advanced Façade Thermal Insulation Technologies As the Christmas season approaches, northern cities are dusted in snow and sparkling lights. Cold winds sweep between high-rises, and façades catch the winter sun. Beneath this beauty, façades face a serious challenge: extreme cold, wind, snow, and ice demand consistent performance. In these conditions, […]
Sand-Resilient Façade Engineering in Lusail
Sand-Resilient Façade Engineering in Lusail —Technologies Behind Qatar’s New Skyline As Qatar National Day draws near, Lusail begins to glow a little earlier each evening. Lights ripple across its waterfront, the Gulf breeze slips through the spaces between its towers, and the city’s sharp, modern façades mirror the confidence of a young metropolis finding its […]
Burj Al Mana Tower: The Story Behind Its Complex Façade and Engineering
Burj Al Mana Tower: The Story Behind Its Complex Façade and Engineering Rising over Doha’s West Bay, the Burj Al Mana Tower has a story few see behind its gleaming façade. It’s about a client who dreamed big and a SunFrame team who rolled up their sleeves to make that dream real. Every panel, every […]
Seismic Curtain Wall: 9 Acceptance Standards for Flexible Connectors
Seismic Curtain Wall: 9 Acceptance Standards for Flexible Connectors Introduction In Mexico City, an ordinary morning can be transformed within seconds. The ground begins to tremble, buildings sway. At the same time, façades once seen as signs of progress reveal their weakness. The earthquakes of 1985 and 2017 left deep marks on the skyline and […]
Wind-Resistant Façade Design in Supertall Buildings: Lessons from Ping An Center
Wind-Resistant Façade Design in Supertall Buildings: Lessons from Ping An Center Introduction In late September 2025, Super Typhoon Hagasa roared ashore along the Guangdong coast, bringing winds so fierce they topped Level 17 on the Beaufort scale. The storm’s arrival prompted Shenzhen to issue its highest typhoon emergency alert. Before this typhoon called the “King of Winds” approached, some people […]
