Villa X

Barcode Architects designed private spaces set mainly behind deep-grey concrete walls. But do not be fooled by the villa’s dark façade: a long, open and bright space forms its peaceful centre, all thanks to a nifty curtain wall system. These massive glass façades – at the front and back of the building – came courtesy of Reynaers Aluminium. Solutions here include ConceptWall 50 for the curtain wall, as well as our ConceptPatio 155 insulating sliding doors, all professionally assembled and installed by Haro Aluminium.

If you happen to be visiting Villa X, take a moment to admire how the twin glass façades curve inwards. “By choosing Reynaers Aluminium profiles, we were able to remove the top and bottom line in ceiling and floor,” says Tim Brans, Senior Architect for Barcode Architects. “Minimal black sealant joints between the glass allowed for huge glass panels, offering exceptional views for everyone to enjoy.” He adds that the curved concept also provides covered exterior space – over the main entrance and over the two sliding doors to the garden.

Dark anthracite concrete was used for the “heads” of Villa X, its roof frame, and the terrace floor. The outsized dimensions are impressive: side walls made from a twelve-tonne prefabricated concrete wall, plus corners clad in tall concrete slabs. Architect Brans realised the panels were too huge for machines to polish. Luckily, hand-polishing experts solved this challenge and created the ideal reflective surface.