Aesthetics in Designing With Metal Composite Material (MCM)
Curved, bended, textured, or patterned, metal composite material panels can be used to create decorative, eye-catching facade designs
Sponsored by Metal Construction Association | By Barbara Horwitz-Bennett
This course is part of the Metal Architecture Academy
The Metal Construction Association brings together a diverse industry for the purpose of expanding the use of metal in construction through marketing, research, technology, and education. MCA member companies gain tremendous benefit from association activities that focus on research, codes and standards, market development, and technical programs. www.metalconstruction.org
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in December 2022
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Describe the aesthetic design capabilities MCMs offer including the material’s ability to stay absolutely flat or bent, shaped, curved, textured, perforated, and patterned in many colors and finishes.
- Explain the sustainable and fire protection capabilities offered by MCMs.
- Identify ways in which MCMs are high suitable for branding designs.
- Discuss recent case studies where the unique design capabilities of MCMs are showcased.
