Whether you’re interested in artfully designed perforated screens, functional bar grille, weatherproof louvres, or any other of our high-performance external shade structures, you’ll notice aluminium listed in the materials description box. Aluminium is a popular material in architectural cladding, in part because it is so versatile. In fact, aluminium
At CVS, our external louvres put ventilation and sun-protection together in stunning vertical designs. External louvres are weather-proof architectural shutters that protect both small and large commercial buildings from the elements. As with shutters in your home, external louvres create balanced and diffused internal light, while ensuring that the
There are nearly as many external wall ventilation products on the market, as there are people to buy them. But how do you decide which one will be best for your project or need? What are the Different Types? The first obstacle you will need to consider is,
As winter takes hold and rainy days become more prevalent throughout the weeks, we want to be able to still take in the breeze from outside without having to welcome the rain that generally comes along with it. While some places may say that their louvres are a one
Natural ventilation allows you to utilise the elements to regulate your building’s indoor climate. By lowering the need for mechanical ventilation, you can have 25 – 50 % energy savings. Aside from financial and environmental benefits, it reduces lung-related health risks. The World Health Organisation has estimated that
Different applications need different types of louvres. Car parks, for example, need optimal ventilation and a high degree of sun protection but do not require maximum rain protection. Plant rooms, on the other hand, require high levels of ventilation and maximum water protection. Knowing the basic considerations for
Architects used to view louvres as practical building elements. Recently, though, louvres have been given the added function of embellishing the façade of buildings. Attractive Buildings Attract People Having louvres tastefully added to a building’s façade can attract people. This benefit adds up for those in the hospitality
Louvres have been used in various forms for hundreds of years. They can be found in churches and other similar buildings, either as timber or large stone. These types are generally simple, single-blade arrangements built for rain defence. Today, when choosing a louvre system, it is often a
