In the 1970s a new construction material gained traction in the marketplace. This substance needed all the advantages of a skylight while being superior to skylights in energy efficiency and structure. It is no wonder that lots of architects began specifying Kalwall where the only option had been a glass or plastic product.
Kalwall, which was actually developed from the’50s, is a fiberglass-reinforced translucent sandwich panel. Though originally used for institutional and commercial buildings, Kalwall has become increasing popular for houses. This is especially true for a complete, luminous ceiling or where light is wanted but privacy must be maintained.
Silva Studios Architecture
Silva Studios Architecture
Even though Kalwall can be a more expensive roofing solution, its superior thermal performance, structural integrity and capacity to be curved can make it the perfect material for your project.
Here, Kalwall was bent to form a vaulted entry canopy, which extends beyond the wall of the home.
Silva Studios Architecture
The canopy continues inside to provide that delightfully luminous glow in this foyer.
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Quezada Architecture
The Kalwall ceiling in this house provides a luminous kitchen space that has to be fantastic to work in. The black painted arrangement, echoed in the colour of these counters, provides a monochromatic Mondrian-like quality to the ceiling.
Quezada Architecture
The Kalwall ceiling continues into more than just the kitchen of the home. This sitting room is bathed in a luminous light from over.
Feinmann, Inc..
Kalwall can also be used in lieu of glass when mild in addition to privacy is your goal. While Kalwall could be quite opaque throughout the day, Kalwall can turn a building into a glowing lantern at nighttime.
Feinmann, Inc..
The light filtering through the Kalwall becomes luminescent in the inside, complementing the distinctly Japanese setting of those spaces.
Feinmann, Inc..
Interior walls made of Kalwall discuss light while maintaining privacy.
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