Architectural Record presents the top facade systems of the year, highlighting timber cladding and architectural mesh.
RHEINZINK-prePATINA ECO ZINC
![Best in Category medal.](https://www.architecturalrecord.com/ext/resources/Issues/2020/12-December/Best-in-Category.png)
![RHEINZINK-prePATINA ECO ZINC Cladding System](https://www.architecturalrecord.com/ext/resources/Issues/2023/12-December/RHEINZINK-prePATINA-ECO-ZINC-Cladding-System.webp)
This pre-weathered zinc is well suited to facade cladding systems, among other applications. RHEINZINK has harnessed wind and hydropower to use 50% less carbon dioxide during manufacture. Available in blue and graphite gray, the material will patinate through the decades.
rheinzink.us
![Vivian Lee](https://www.architecturalrecord.com/ext/resources/Issues/2023/12-December/Vivian-Lee.jpg)
ThermoWood Oak
![ThermoWood Oak](https://www.architecturalrecord.com/ext/resources/Issues/2023/12-December/ThermoWood-Oak.webp)
ThermoWood Oak by TanTimber is a treated wood ideal for outdoor applications, undergoing high-temperature drying, thermal modification, and moisture conditioning to become a product that does not warp or contract as seasons change. It is available in more than 20 siding and decking profiles.
tantimber.com
Wildwood Bamboo
![Wildwood Bamboo](https://www.architecturalrecord.com/ext/resources/Issues/2023/12-December/Wildwood-Bamboo.webp)
Bamboo is the latest color addition to the Wildwood composite cladding portfolio developed by Fiberon. It is ideal for rainscreen application, due to its hydrophobic character, and is available in a wide range of sizes. Wildwood is free of any toxic chemicals and is almost entirely sourced from pre- and post-consumer recycled content, namely wood and plastic.
fiberoncladding.com
RE/8 Bio-circular Architectural Mesh
![RE/8 Bio-circular Architectural Mesh](https://www.architecturalrecord.com/ext/resources/Issues/2023/12-December/RE-8-Bio-Circular-Architectural-Mesh.webp)
Kaynemaile’s RE/8 Bio-circular mesh is a metallic-look screening material for building exteriors and various interior applications. What sets it apart is its lightweight construction, made possible by using polycarbonate instead of metal, and sustainable mass-balanced biowaste and residues to produce the base polymer.
kaynemaile.com
Post a comment to this article
Report Abusive Comment