1Rebel is a new chic boutique brand of gyms in London. 1Rebel
promises that every class feels like a night out.
To achieve this, each gym is designed as a mix of contemporary
industrial chic with luxury and theatrical glamour.
Specified in all five locations by 1Rebel’s architects Studio
C102, Knauf AMF Heradesign acoustic ceilings and wall absorbers help the
architect fulfil this vision.
Studio C102 Principal Kyriakos Katsaros explains why. “I like
Heradesign for two reasons. Firstly, as a practice, we prefer to use building
materials in their raw state and Heradesign with its naturally textured surface
creates a tactile finish and fits with our ethos and the gyms’ industrial
aesthetic.
"Secondly,
I wanted to make the environmental footprint as low as possible for the client.
Heradesign helps us accomplish this because it’s produced from sustainable
wood-wool.”
In recent years, materials with a visible textured appearance have
become very popular. Architects particularly like the contrast of textured
ceiling or wall absorbers alongside smooth surfaces, for example, tiles, glass
and exposed concrete. Heradesign’s woven surface helps soften these, adding
warmth to any interior, making them feel more human.
The environmental credentials of Heradesign give a further layer of
appeal to the product. It is manufactured using naturally-sourced raw materials
and has a completely neutral biological footprint. Heradesign is extremely
durable and can last more than 80 years once installed. At the end of its lifetime, it can
be recycled with no detrimental impact on the environment.
Heradesign is installed on the ceilings and walls of the exercise
studios. These studios are designed as black rooms with dramatic lighting to
create industrial spaces with chic club glamour. Heradesign, in its standard
black RAL colour, creates the desired dark background needed to achieve the
intended effect and prevent any unwanted glare from spotlights distracting
gym-goers. Heradesign can be specified in any colour, offering architects the
freedom to create unique interiors.
Heradesign’s Class A sound absorption plays a key role in the
studios where 1Rebel instructors offer high-energy classes. Workouts are
accompanied by music either through speakers or from the occasional live band
playing. Heradesign controls the level of reverberation, ensuring speech and
the music are heard comfortably. For peace of mind, Heradesign offers a high
level of fire protection, Class A2, essential for all public buildings.
If your project requires an organic, industrial design aesthetic
then Heradesign is the perfect choice.
