Architects: HOK

University of Florida – Research and Academic Center at Lake Nona

Natural lighting, outward transparency and optimum solar protection were achieved by this metal fabric sunshading system at this research facility in Lake Nona, Florida. The façade is made up of ten trapezoidal metal fabric panels that wrap the front of the building like a protective shield.

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Hamad International Airport

GKD created the first transparent media facade made of stainless-steel mesh in the Middle East for the Hamad International Airport. The transparent Mediamesh facades are located in the duty-free and arrival corridor where passengers arriving or departing can view ads and videos on Qatari culture.

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Ascot Racecourse

Architects at HOK created a homogeneous architectural style for the famed Berkshire racecourse using GKD metal fabric. Its flexible nature allowed the sweeping shape of the towers to be integrated into the facade design, while also acting as a windshield.

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