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One Angel Square: A Benchmark in Modular Precision and Passive Innovation   One Angel Square in Manchester redefines sustainable architecture through its pioneering double-skin facade—a masterclass in modular precision and environmental responsiveness. This façade system, comprising prefabricated glazing panels and integrated shading devices, embodies the essence of modular design: efficiency, adaptability, and seamless integration.   The double-skin facade operates as a passive environmental regulator, with an air cavity acting as a thermal buffer that minimizes heat loss in winter and mitigates solar gain in summer. Fixed louvers within the cavity diffuse daylight while reducing glare, creating a naturally lit, comfortable interior that requires less reliance on mechanical systems. This innovative layering optimizes energy performance, contributing to the building's BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ rating, a milestone in commercial sustainability.   Crafted with precision through off-site modular construction, the prefabricated panels were installed rapidly and with minimal waste, showcasing the power of modularity in modern construction. Each unit is designed for long-term adaptability, allowing for replacements or upgrades without compromising the integrity of the overall system.   One Angel Square’s facade is more than an efficient envelope; it is a blueprint for future-forward architecture, where modular systems meet sustainable innovation. Discover how modularity transforms architecture in our latest case study. If you’d like to read more, head over to the blog section of our website (link in bio).   Let us know in the comments below! 👇 #ArchitecturalDesign #SustainableArchitecture #ModularConstruction #ProjectManagement #GreenBuilding #EcoFriendlyDesign #ModernArchitecture #ArchitectureLovers #InnovativeDesign #CustomHomes #DesignInspiration #ConstructionLife #BuildingSolutions #ResidentialArchitecture #ArchitectsOfInstagram #ArchitectureDaily #BuildingDreams #ArchitectsJournal #DesignBuild #ArchitecturalInnovation     Fun Fact: One Angel Square in Manchester, UK, is renowned for its sustainable design, notably its double-skin façade. This façade features a cavity between the inner and outer glass layers, enhancing energy efficiency by providing insulation and facilitating natural ventilation.   The building's design includes louvres at the top of the façade that can open during summer to expel warm air, reducing cooling demands. In winter, these louvres close to retain heat, minimizing heating requirements.   Regarding maintenance costs, specific annual figures for One Angel Square's façade are not publicly disclosed. However, the choice of a bronze anodized finish over powder coating, despite an additional $150,000 upfront cost, was justified by lower long-term maintenance expenses.

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