Givelightnewform
scroll into the lightDaylightinspired by Nature,shaped withintention
Lessmaterialmorepossibility
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.
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.
Imagine thespaces betweenlight and shade
a new wayto feelarchitecture.
A lighterway toshape theworldoutside
A softerlight.A deepersense of place.
Why specify VANE
Between thesolid and the open,a quieter kindof architecture...
a placefor lightto comealive.
Design notes
Choose a fin profile
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
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
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
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
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
A pale mineral finish makes the shadow legible. The Chalk direction pairs softly textured shells with precise, concealed connections.
Work with graphite
Graphite gives perforated surfaces a quiet visual weight. Consider the contrast between the screen, the room and the landscape beyond.
Align the carrier rail
The supporting rail establishes the rhythm. Coordinate adjustment allowances, fixing access and end conditions before setting out individual fins.
Resolve an outside corner
A corner should explain how the screen is assembled. Align perforations and edge returns so the transition feels deliberate.
Plan a screen return
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
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
A repeated rib can describe a gentle curve without hiding its construction. Develop curvature, support spacing and module depth together.
Design for access
Make the maintenance route part of the first sketch. Connections should remain reachable for inspection and individual module removal.
Plan individual replacement
Independent cassettes allow a single screen to be released. Keep fastening access clear and record the selected module and finish.
Consider the exposure
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
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
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
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
A clear junction connects the sculptural surface to its support. Coordinate tolerances and finish transitions before the geometry is finalised.
Coordinate the structure
The visual concept and the supporting structure develop together. Site loads, spans and connections require review by the project engineer.
Prepare the design brief
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
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
Bring the screen, fin and shell samples together. A restrained palette lets changing daylight become the most expressive material in the room.
