Working in close co-operation with the building envelope and façade
contractor Colorminium, Metalline have produced a range of bespoke 3D twisted
fins that will when complete take centre stage on the exterior of the
redeveloped Minories Hotel in the City of London.
This stunning feature was the brainchild of ACME architects who in
collaboration with The Murphy Façade studio have designed a series of full
storey aluminium fins that clad the existing precast frame and create a bridge
between that and the unitised glazing.
Fabricated offsite at Metalline’s state of the art manufacturing facility in
Cannock, these 42 metre height fins were produced in 3.5 metre lengths with a
depth of over 800mm.
Manufactured in 2 parts, each element was assembled using a combination of
aluminium stud welding and bonding techniques developed by Metalline. The fins
were then fitted to the glazed panels using an aluminium bracket support system
to ensure structural integrity.
Finished in dark and light bronze PPC to mimic an anodised effect, the fins
will create shading for the hotel’s occupants as well as an iconic
architectural vista for this stand out landmark project.
