F2 FACADE®: THE AFFORDABLE GREEN WALL SYSTEM.
The architectural discussions surrounding facades is often focused on esthetics. However in the age of today higher demands are placed on the efficient and careful use of space and resources. A facade is more than the separation of the inside and outside spaces, it is symbolic for how humanity has conquered space from the natural flora and fauna. It’s time to approach these issues from a new perspective and allow flora a fauna its space by integrating it with economic interests. Let’s take the step from tolerating flora and fauna to the integration of it into our daily lives. Simply by applying a green facade, inspired by levelheaded thinking.
F2 Facade® is a patented invention consisting of concrete blocks with two vertical hollows and two openings in the front. The vertical hollows form a tube which is packed with substrate after which vegetation can be placed in the forward facing cavities. These cavities are also ideal nesting grounds for insects, animals and birds. Indents on the top of the block allow space for the irrigation system. The F2 Facade® is built from these blocks glued together in an overlapping manner. This method of building ensures a practical division of space, for an effective green wall, at a minimal cost.
THE F2 FACADE®: STACKED LAYERS, A COMBINATION OF SOLUTIONS
Created from a vision for the conservation of flora and fauna. Especially relevant in this day and age where infill and improvement are hot topics in the building industry, the F2 facade® offers possibilities for an efficient green solution. The F2 Facade® is made up of three functional layers:
1. Construction 2. Climatological division for water, wind and rain. 3. Optimal plant growth through substrate and irrigation.
The balance between these functional layers determines the price. Stacked functional layers, combined solutions, that’s the F2 Facade®!
