Learning Series: Inspirational Global Projects [Des Moines]

Lunch will be provided.

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.

Inspirational Global Projects:

3 case studies on iconic clay and glass brick architecture around the world

This presentation focuses on three iconic buildings. Beginning with the Celiné Flagship Store in Soeul South Korea designed by Casper Mueller Kneer and HAEAHN Architecture, Crystal Houses in Amsterdam designed by MVRDV and the Australian Embassy in Bangkok designed by BVN Architecture.

Learning Outcomes:

Céline Flagship Store, Seoul

• Describe the manufacturing process for 500mm long format clay bricks
• Demonstrate how an open brick bond was achieved through the use of vertical rods

Crystal House, Amsterdam

• Describe the steps involved manufacturing highly precise solid glass bricks for the project
• Detail the unique construction of the glass brick façade using UV cured adhesive bonding

Australian Embassy, Bangkok

• Identify the uses of 11 different curved radial bricks
• Determine the timeline for production and delivery of Australian building products for international projects

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