Country / Place HT/Port-au-Prince
Name of Project: Marriott Port-au-Prince Haiti
Product Category: perforated Façade, Balcony Cladding
Material: CELLON®, 8/10mm
Perforation: Individual
Colour: RAL 9010
Architect / Planer: Hugh Murray Architects, Dublin
Construction: Kier Group, Bedfordshire
Photo Credit: Seán Murray SMV
The new Marriott-Hotel in the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince demonstrates the benefits of close, productive collaboration between architect and supplier. The Irish architect at the helm, Hugh Murray, was enthusiastic about the individuality offered by Bruag’s products, and, working alongside the company, he developed a bespoke perforation. The outcome was a perforated facade and balcony cladding design inspired by Caribbean seaweed which really lived up to the client’s distinguished name. It was not only the design that the decision-makers found persuasive – it was also the CELLON panels’ ability to withstand extreme weather conditions, including hurricanes. It was furthermore possible to upgrade both new and existing balconies using Bruag’s balcony balustrades, making both into highlight. If only everything in life were that easy!