Rieder's Three-Dimensional Facade Protects Hamburg Port Tower from Harsh Weather
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Summary
Facade specialist Rieder developed a three-dimensional facade solution for the BGW and VBG Prevention Centre, a 19-story tower in Hamburg's port area designed by architecture studio Auer Weber. The innovative facade system was specifically engineered to withstand Hamburg's turbulent climate of wind and rain, providing a durable, weather-resistant exterior for the building.
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· 3 pulleda three-dimensional facade solution by facade specialist Rieder ensures a durable, weather-resistant exterior
the building is subject to the city's turbulent climate of wind and rain, which had previously placed demand on the building's facade
To provide a long-term solution against the weather, the exterior was clad
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