Tag: Pal Plastic

Illuminating Architecture: Danpalon® Facade in Estanell Distribució’s New Headquarters

Posted on by Danpal

Granollers, Barcelona – In the heart of Granollers, Barcelona, a striking new landmark has emerged, captivating onlookers with its unique volume, materiality, and sleek lines. The corporate headquarters of energy company Estanell Distribució stands as a testament to innovative architecture and sustainable design. At the core of its distinctive appearance lies the ingenious use of Danpalon® polycarbonate panels, transforming this edifice into a masterpiece of contemporary construction.

A Collaborative Triumph

The realization of Estanell Distribució’s headquarters was a collaborative endeavor, bringing together the expertise of several industry leaders. Pal Plastic, in conjunction with the architectural prowess of Alotark, the construction acumen of Novantia, and the installation precision of Cemet, set out to create a structure that would blend aesthetics with functionality. The result? A building adorned with a façade and roof that bathes its interior in soft, diffuse natural light, making it an exceptionally comfortable workspace.

A Luminous Façade

The secret behind the captivating luminosity of Estanell Distribució’s headquarters is the application of Danpalon® polycarbonate panels in its exterior envelope. These panels serve as conduits for natural light during the day, transforming the building into a mesmerizing lightbox come nightfall. The play of light and transparency creates a stunning visual effect that adds to the building’s allure after dark.

Danpalon® – Beauty and Efficiency

The use of curved Danpalon® panels on the façade is not just aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional. The choice of Danpalon® 16mm x 600mm and Danpalon® 16mm x 900mm in opal white to form a double skin offers exceptional insulation properties, reducing energy consumption. Moreover, Danpalon® boasts remarkable impact resistance, surpassing many other materials available in the market. This durability ensures that the headquarters will maintain its beauty and functionality for years to come.

A Sustainable Showcase

Estanell Distribució’s headquarters is not just a triumph of style and architecture but also a testament to the infinite applications and possibilities of polycarbonate in creating a sustainable and efficient environment. This project stands as a reference point, illustrating how a forward-thinking approach to design and material selection can result in a building that is both visually captivating and environmentally responsible.

Explore the Future with Danpalon®

For those seeking to embark on architectural journeys that redefine boundaries, Danpalon® offers a world of possibilities. The Danpalon® Facade System catalogue provides an extensive array of options and inspirations for those looking to create structures that are not just buildings but captivating works of art. Our team of technicians is available to provide personalized guidance and advice to help you realize your vision.

Estanell Distribució’s new headquarters in Granollers, Barcelona, exemplifies how the strategic use of materials like Danpalon® can create spaces that are not only functional and sustainable but also stunning in their beauty. This project is an architectural triumph, a testament to the future of design, and a glowing example of how natural light and innovative materials can transform our workspace into a masterpiece of modern construction.

Request a FREE SIMULATION of the Danpal Roofing System and a FREE sample of Danpalon Panel for your next architectural project here to learn more.

Celebrate the Uniqueness of Each Individual Building

Posted on by Danpal

A Key Element in Presenting Your Architectural Vision

The internationally renowned architect, Diego Garteiz Mina, recently collaborated with Pal Plastic’s, very own Marketing and Sales Manager, Gorka Goikoextea Retana. Together, they attended technical conferences on architecture, organized by Danpal Mexico, and hosted in the Torre Mayor building, Mexico City.

The Vizcayan architect began his speech explaining some of the most relevant projects developed throughout his extensive professional career. In addition, he exemplified with images, his particular vision during the construction process of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. The complexity of the project modified his initial concept during the development of architectural design.

DanpalFrom his professional experience, his main idea has always been to represent the uniqueness of each building. He does this via new concepts, such as capturing the simplicity and essence of each space, and integrating the structures with their surroundings. He can then use this as a differentiating element, the effects being produced by the interplay of sunlight on each surface.

Unique Spaces

This is how he came up with the concepts that would later become another of his main projects; the Bullring of Illescas, in Toledo, whose structure stood out at the time as the largest mobile roof in Spain. Another feature that makes this space unique, is the incorporation of elements, usually only found during the production process. Although they may not be functional, they become a differentiating element of design, as observed in images of the bullring in Illescas.

In this concrete architectural project, Diego Garteiz, chose to use the Danpalon® based system, combining it with metallic structures. He managed, not only to create a dynamic exterior effect and color, according to the solar incidence but a special interior transmission created by light at different times of the day.

The solar transmission which characterizes the architectural works of Garteiz, can also be observed in the building of warehouses, constructed in Alaves Lanciego. Here, he incorporated one of the very elements used during the process of winemaking. Other elements are also integrated into the structure of the facade. These materials, combined with the Danpal® system, manage to create a unique effect, both on the outside and inside of each surface, by generating unique light effects.

danpal

Danpal, Trust and Long-Term Guarantee

I have been collaborating with Danpal for over 20 years, a company that has my complete and total confidence. In this sense, Garteiz explained, “We have been working a lot with Danpal products throughout Spain. The material, not only guarantees durability over the passage of time but also, an extreme lightness that encourages speed of construction during assembly on site. In addition to cost savings, the construction of unique structures in which energy efficiency and the transmission of sunlight are spectacular. The definition of spaces created by natural daylight, allow us to achieve unique areas of high quality for everyday use.” – the architect concluded.