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Daylightinspired by Nature,shaped withintention

Lessmaterialmorepossibility

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A fine balanceof light andstructure

A slender profile. A carefully measured space.A new way to shape the light around us.Plume fins, Arc canopies and Veil screensbring shade, privacy and a quiet sense of rhythmto architecture. Each element works as part ofa whole, from the first sketch to the final joint.

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Shelterand openness meetin one gesture

Bronze aluminium, chalk mineral shells andprecisely perforated screens give each systemits own character. Light finds a different paththrough every surface.Modular connections make room for adjustmentand individual replacement. A considered systemfor spaces that change with the day.

ShapedaylightwithVANE

Imagine thespaces betweenlight and shade

a new wayto feelarchitecture.

Open air

A lighterway toshape theworldoutside

Plume fins and Arc canopies give outdoor spaces a measured rhythm.A fine edge catches the sun. A curved roof creates a place to pause.The collection brings shade and visual openness to courtyards,terraces, passages and arrival spaces.Explore these imagined applications as a starting point for your ownarchitecture. Every arrangement begins with its setting, its lightand the people who will spend time there.
  • Living
  • Gathering
  • Culture
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A softerlight.A deepersense of place.

Veil screens and Plume fins make the threshold between inside andoutside feel considered. Perforations soften the light, angled finsframe a view, and repeated profiles bring texture to a quiet room.These concept studies explore reading rooms, studios and intimateshared spaces. Finishes and spacing can be developed around thecharacter of a room and the changing light of the day.
  • Living
  • Gathering
  • Culture

Why specify VANE

Lightness
Clarity
Structure
Finish
Care
Circular thinking
Lightness
Slender profiles keep the visual weight low. Each module is sized around its span, fixing method and architectural setting.
Clarity
Three coordinated systems create a clear starting point. Finish, spacing and connection details are developed through a project quotation.
Structure
A central spine and repeated ribs give form to the system. Final loads, supports and fixings are reviewed with the project engineer.
Finish
Bronze, chalk and graphite bring distinct qualities to daylight. The finish is selected for the intended exposure and maintenance plan.
Care
Separable modules and accessible connections support cleaning, inspection and replacement without removing an entire elevation.
Circular thinking
Material identification and mechanical connections make future separation easier. Project-specific environmental data would be reviewed before specification.
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Design notes

Every project begins with its light. Orientation,views and the life of a space guide the choice ofprofile, material and finish. Our design notes helpyou move from an early idea to a considered brief.Explore the Plume, Arc and Veil systems, thenconsider the connections, access and details thatmake them work together. Each note opens therelevant material study or a conversation with us.VANE is a fictional design collection. The dimensionsand applications shown are concept directions;site-specific engineering belongs to each project.
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Choose a fin profile

[Plume]

Compare a fine edge with a broader face. Plume profiles are selected around the view, the desired shade and the scale of the elevation.

Set the module spacing

[Europe]

Spacing determines how solid a screen feels. Begin with the sun path and sightlines, then coordinate the rhythm with windows and structural bays.

Create a canopy edge

[Europe]

Arc follows a continuous curve through repeated ribs. Resolve the outer edge and the supporting line together so the canopy reads as one gesture.

Frame a private view

[Asia]

A perforated screen can soften a bright background while keeping a sense of openness. Study the view from both sides before selecting the pattern.

Work with bronze

[Plume]

Warm metallic tones change as the sun moves across the surface. Review a sample in the intended light and alongside the surrounding materials.

Work with chalk

[Plume]

A pale mineral finish makes the shadow legible. The Chalk direction pairs softly textured shells with precise, concealed connections.

Work with graphite

[Asia]

Graphite gives perforated surfaces a quiet visual weight. Consider the contrast between the screen, the room and the landscape beyond.

Align the carrier rail

[Asia]

The supporting rail establishes the rhythm. Coordinate adjustment allowances, fixing access and end conditions before setting out individual fins.

Resolve an outside corner

[Plume]

A corner should explain how the screen is assembled. Align perforations and edge returns so the transition feels deliberate.

Plan a screen return

[Europe]

Returns close the edge while preserving the pattern. Review the connection to glazing, wall finishes and adjacent openings as part of the same detail.

Select a perforation

[Europe]

Opening size and pitch shape the appearance of light. Use a full-scale sample to compare privacy, transparency and shadow at the intended distance.

Let the surface curve

[Africa]

A repeated rib can describe a gentle curve without hiding its construction. Develop curvature, support spacing and module depth together.

Design for access

[Oceania]

Make the maintenance route part of the first sketch. Connections should remain reachable for inspection and individual module removal.

Plan individual replacement

[Plume]

Independent cassettes allow a single screen to be released. Keep fastening access clear and record the selected module and finish.

Consider the exposure

[Plume]

An exposed facade needs a finish chosen for its environment. Discuss the local conditions and cleaning plan during the project review.

Review the sun path

[Plume]

A useful screen begins with its orientation. Compare the experience of the room in the morning, at midday and in the afternoon.

Make a material sample

[Europe]

A small sample brings texture and reflected light into the conversation. Place it beside the other finishes before deciding on the palette.

Tune the shadow

[Plume]

The space between ribs draws a changing pattern on the ground. Test the arrangement against the intended use of the sheltered space.

Develop the junction

[Plume]

A clear junction connects the sculptural surface to its support. Coordinate tolerances and finish transitions before the geometry is finalised.

Coordinate the structure

[Europe]

The visual concept and the supporting structure develop together. Site loads, spans and connections require review by the project engineer.

Prepare the design brief

[Plume]

Bring a plan, an orientation and a description of how the space should feel. Our local brief tool helps gather the questions that begin a project.

Choose a surface finish

[Plume]

Brushed and satin surfaces catch daylight differently. Review the grain direction at full scale and keep the finish consistent across adjoining modules.

Assemble the palette

[Middle East]

Bring the screen, fin and shell samples together. A restrained palette lets changing daylight become the most expressive material in the room.

A study oflight, materialand the spacesin between

A feather, a folded surface, a line of moving shadow.The VANE notebook follows the observations thatshape our daylight systems.Each study asks a small question: how much materialis needed, how should an edge catch the light, andwhat does a space feel like from the other side?Move through nineteen steps, from an observationin nature to an imagined architectural setting.These are design explorations, shared as an openinvitation to see daylight differently.
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