Acrylic renders: The company Sto AG was one of the first to recognise the potential of acrylic renders
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Sto AG was one of the first company's to recognize and develope the potential of acrylic renders. Today around 60% of all new building in Germany is single skin and insulated externally with Sto systems such as StoTherm Classic. StoTherm external insulation comprises a thermal insulation layer fixed to the wall, protected with cement-free reinforcing plaster, followed by cement-free finish render, providing a completely weatherproof but vapour-permeable finish. StoTherm Solar is an external wall insulation that can reduce heat loss and provide a net heat gain, by using solar energy.
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 1999
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Building in a natural balance: the houses for the Findhorn Foundation embody its wish for conservation and sustainability
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The Findhorn Foundation was founded more than 30 years ago with the philosophy that self discovery can be found in everyday situations as a community. It has over 100 full time members and 10,000 visitors a year. Village houses were designed to illustrate a balance of technology and natural systems and resources. Barrel Houses were built from 4m diameter whisky vats, featuring a circular living room, with an extension curving around part of the vat to house the entrance porch, bathroom and kitchen.
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 1996
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Pillars of hidden strength: John Outram's Judge Institute is an energy-efficient building which has the services integrated with the fabric
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The Judge Institute of Management Studies in Cambridge is an energy efficient and low maintenance building. This is achieved through the use of natural daylight and ventilation, use of thermal mass and services that are integrated into the building fabric. The gallery is a key feature in the services strategy, providing building mass which regulates temperature.
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 1996
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