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10/16/2023

9 questions architects frequently ask us!

Is EQUITONE a versatile material? How does a ventilated rainscreen system influence the temperature? Is EQUITONE an eco-friendly and sustainable building material? Find the answers to those frequently asked questions in our last post.

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Fiber Cement 101

What is fiber cement, what components make up fiber cement, how can it be used in different climates, and what are the benefits? Find out more about the versatile building material in this beginner's guide.

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ACA flats in Utrecht-Overvecht

Founded in 2014 by Karin Dorrepaal and Saskia Oranje, DOOR architecten is the architectural firm behind the renovation and revitalisation of 362 homes in the ACA flat in Utrecht-Overvecht.

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Restrained in geometry, refined in detail with EQUITONE

EQUITONE combines architectural quality with stringent technical requirements to protect sensitive goods in an army warehouse.

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Experimental construction using recycled fibre cement panels

Following on from the concepts of grey energy and resource conservation, recycled sauna benches, old industrial cast glass panels and EQUITONE fibre cement panels (previously known as Eternit panels) were used for the façade of an innovative pilot research project in the Kronsberg World Exhibition district of Hanover.

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INNOVA COMPLEX VENLO

For Floriade 2012, the largest Horticultural Expo in the world, an impressive building was created by Jo Coenen Architects & Urbanists (JCAU).

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EPDs (Environmental Product Declaration) are essential to sustainable building design

Why is an EPD powerful when choosing a material in your facade design?

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3D Modular Facade Reclad with EQUITONE for the Hong Kong Museum of Art

EQUITONE [tectiva] was chosen to create bespoke 3D modular panels for the reclad of the Hong Kong Museum of Art. The approach provided a stunning new and modern facade to the harbour-side museum.

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Stepping Hill Hospital: Cladding in Colour with EQUITONE [natura] shingles

EQUITONE Natura in 7 colours cut into diamond shingles for NHS hospital restaurant refurbishment with DAY Architecture.

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Reinventing the classics: the EQUITONE [tectiva] series is evolving

The EQUITONE [tectiva] texture series has curated a neutral, natural palette of colors. The texture was added in 2006 and has continued to expand based on the desires of architects.

EQUITONE [tectiva] has the right shades for the latest architectural trends

Do you want to know what colors will be in fashion in 2021? Trust EQUITONE [tectiva]! Its palette will suit any façade project.

What to think about when renovating the facade of educational buildings?

School buildings impose specific demands on architects and planners. Besides safety and resistance, they also need to create a positive environment for young people to learn and develop. And all that with a minimal ecological footprint. Equitone helps you meet these requirements.

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14 EQUITONE projects nominated for Building of the Year 2021 awards

14 projects using EQUITONE have been nominated for the ArchDaily Building of the Year awards. We gladly present them to you.

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Articles: Explore the beauty and benefits of ventilated façade architecture

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