How to Select a Façade System

Choosing between curtain wall, aluminium joinery, composite cladding or ventilated systems depends on programme, performance brief and architectural intent. Early collaboration avoids costly late changes.

Key benefits

Map systems to real performance briefs
Balance capex with lifecycle cost
Meet statutory energy and fire targets
Forecast maintenance realistically

Typical applications

New-build towers and campuses
Refurbishment and recladding
Energy retrofit programmes
Design revisions after concept stage

Technical notes

Comparative system matrices
U-value, fire class and structural criteria
Detailing compatibility with primary structure

How Sun Cephe supports you

Technical consultancy and optioneering
Specification and drawing support
Installation management
Certified supply chains

FAQ

Curtain wall or joinery, which first?

Curtain wall addresses the macro envelope; joinery addresses openings. Many projects need both, prioritised by architectural drivers.

How is facade cost estimated?

m² basis for cladding plus lump sums for complex transitions. Glass, coatings, access complexity and programme float are key levers.

What should owner teams scrutinise?

Fire strategy, warranty chain, maintenance access, mock-up protocol and installer track record matter as much as catalogue U-values.

For technical pricing or design-stage advice, speak with Sun Cephe.