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Sun Shading System, UTS Central
Sun Shading System, UTS Central
61, Broadway, Ultimo, Australia
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Sun Shading System, UTS Central
61, Broadway, Ultimo, Australia
The new sun shading façade strikes the perfect balance of beauty and function that modern icons require.
A series of intricate, operable sun shades that integrate seamlessly into the north-facing façade of the building and move to adjust the amount of light and heat. The combination of 44 fixed and 64 operable louvres provides dual functionality, controlled via an optimised algorithm based on the sun’s position throughout the day.
The design concept represents an innovative approach to the management of environmental obligations in architectural design (thermal efficiency) in combination with the delivery of a functional and unique facade. Tilt Industrial Design managed the design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning of the sun shading system in collaboration with architects fjmt.
The key to successfully delivering a project of this complexity was an exhaustive feasibility study to investigate the critical design criteria, and how it could best be achieved. To protect the aesthetic pursuit and enable mechanical feasibility, Tilt looked into mechanical engineering, structural engineering, wind loads, electrical integration, material selection, aesthetic and functional objectives as well as budgetary expectations.
Tilt's value was in the way they translated the architects concept into a technically-sound approach and provided a way forward to deliver something very complicated with minimal access for installation onsite. Tilt provided the architect and builder a clear understanding of the path ahead.
Tilt were then engaged to manage the design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning of the sun shading system, mitigating risk for the builder, Richard Crookes Constructions, for a special design element.
Embracing Technology
Tilt coordinated the design by commissioning Parametric Monkey to provide computational modelling and design-to-fabrication services. This enabled us to explore a range of possible outcomes rapidly while controlling specific parameters of the design. By taking this unique approach to detailed design and manufacturing Tilt were able to manage complex geometries that would traditionally require hundreds of hours to detail.
Iterative Prototyping
Prototyping allowed for a better assessment of the design and a clear indication of the outcome that minimised risk and facilitated feedback at a 1:1 scale. The prototypes were installed on-site and checked by the architect and builder, with their feedback informing the design development process. This all translated into greater certainty.
Managing Complexity
Tilt’s team coordinated over 40 different suppliers to deliver 108 louvres and thousands of other moving pieces through a carefully orchestrated process. There were 9000 components included in Tilt’s final design for production.
A series of intricate, operable sun shades that integrate seamlessly into the north-facing façade of the building and move to adjust the amount of light and heat. The combination of 44 fixed and 64 operable louvres provides dual functionality, controlled via an optimised algorithm based on the sun’s position throughout the day.
The design concept represents an innovative approach to the management of environmental obligations in architectural design (thermal efficiency) in combination with the delivery of a functional and unique facade. Tilt Industrial Design managed the design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning of the sun shading system in collaboration with architects fjmt.
The key to successfully delivering a project of this complexity was an exhaustive feasibility study to investigate the critical design criteria, and how it could best be achieved. To protect the aesthetic pursuit and enable mechanical feasibility, Tilt looked into mechanical engineering, structural engineering, wind loads, electrical integration, material selection, aesthetic and functional objectives as well as budgetary expectations.
Tilt's value was in the way they translated the architects concept into a technically-sound approach and provided a way forward to deliver something very complicated with minimal access for installation onsite. Tilt provided the architect and builder a clear understanding of the path ahead.
Tilt were then engaged to manage the design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning of the sun shading system, mitigating risk for the builder, Richard Crookes Constructions, for a special design element.
Embracing Technology
Tilt coordinated the design by commissioning Parametric Monkey to provide computational modelling and design-to-fabrication services. This enabled us to explore a range of possible outcomes rapidly while controlling specific parameters of the design. By taking this unique approach to detailed design and manufacturing Tilt were able to manage complex geometries that would traditionally require hundreds of hours to detail.
Iterative Prototyping
Prototyping allowed for a better assessment of the design and a clear indication of the outcome that minimised risk and facilitated feedback at a 1:1 scale. The prototypes were installed on-site and checked by the architect and builder, with their feedback informing the design development process. This all translated into greater certainty.
Managing Complexity
Tilt’s team coordinated over 40 different suppliers to deliver 108 louvres and thousands of other moving pieces through a carefully orchestrated process. There were 9000 components included in Tilt’s final design for production.
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