Technology: The Walbrook London – Facade in Glass-fibre-reinforced polymer

In this office and commercial building, fibre-composite materials were employed for the first time to such an extent in a facade. The free-spanning, filigree sun-protection louvers are made of glass-fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP), a material that can be formed at will and is thus suited to double curves and organic transitions. Low own weight and favourable weatherability were further advantages. A...