Photography by Ar.Purnesh Dev Nikhanj
Studio Ardete have recently completed ‘Hexalace’, a new building in Mohali, India, that features a hexagonal pattern on its facade.
Photography by Ar.Purnesh Dev Nikhanj
Due to the extreme heat that can occur in India, the architects created a 3 inches thick concrete layer with hexagonal cut-out sections, that is used as a shading element.
Photography by Ar.Purnesh Dev Nikhanj
Another layer of hexagonal shapes, made of metal frames, is superimposed horizontally across the semi-permeable concrete screen which doubles up as balcony fence.
Photography by Ar.Purnesh Dev Nikhanj
The balconies also house small clusters of plants, creating small pockets of greenery that contrast the facade.