SOL’ART shading systems
SOL’ART architectural shading systems are configured to manage direct sunlight, solar heat gain, daylight and privacy while contributing to the architectural expression of the building.
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SOL’ART shading systems
Start with the architectural and solar-control requirement, then select a fixed or operable configuration. Blade profile, material, orientation, spacing, finish and operation can then be developed around the building and project requirements.
Predetermined position
Blades or shading elements are set at a predetermined angle or orientation to provide consistent solar control, privacy, screening and architectural articulation.
Permanent solar control + screening
View applicationAdjustable position
The angle or position of the shading elements can be adjusted in response to changing sunlight, daylight, privacy and architectural requirements.
Manual + motorised + folding and control integration
View applicationManual
Manual operation allows occupants to adjust the blade position to manage sunlight, ventilation and privacy.
Motorised
Motorised operation enables blade positions to be adjusted by wall switch or remote control.
Control Integration
Motorised SOL’ART configurations can be integrated with compatible façade or building management systems, subject to project-specific controls design. Environmental inputs such as sun, wind or rain sensors may be incorporated where specified.
Folding Configuration
A specialised motorised operable configuration that allows shading elements to move between open and closed positions, creating a dynamic façade response.
SOL’ART performance
SOL’ART responds to sunlight, occupant comfort, privacy and the architectural expression of the façade through project-specific blade and system configurations.
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Manage direct sunlight and solar heat gain through considered blade orientation and system configuration.
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Balance natural light and help manage glare as conditions change throughout the day.
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Support privacy and screening while contributing depth, shadow and architectural expression.
Performance depends on
Final performance responds to the building, blade design, material selection and control strategy.
Orientation / Solar path / Project conditions
Geometry / Angle / Spacing
Blade material / Finish
Manual / Motorised
Motorised options: sensor and BMS integration
Material & design flexibility
SOL’ART is designed around the shading requirement rather than one blade material. Blade profile, material, orientation, spacing, finish and operation can be configured around the architectural intent and project requirements.
Principal blade option
Precision architectural profiles with flexibility in profile geometry, colour and finish.
Aluminium is commonly selected for SOL’ART shading applications because of its lightweight construction, design flexibility, durability and ease of maintenance. Profiles can be finished in a broad range of powder-coat colours, including timber-look and wood-grain finishes.
Material option
Natural timber can bring grain, warmth and material depth to the architectural expression of selected SOL’ART applications.
Timber species and surface treatments can be considered around the architectural intent and project requirements, where technically appropriate.
Material option
Engineered composite blade options can provide a timber-look architectural expression within selected SOL’ART configurations.
Other project-specific blade materials and finishes, including glass, may be considered where technically appropriate.
Selected project experience
Selected applications showing how architectural shading can support solar control, privacy and façade expression as part of the building design. SOL’ART can be integrated with façades, windows, balconies, terraces and other building openings to support solar control, privacy and architectural expression.
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A residential application where fixed and operable SOL’ART louvre blades combine solar control and privacy with depth, shadow and material expression across the façade.
SOL’ART experience
Developed through architectural product experience.
SOL’ART has its origins in ALUMADE’s early architectural aluminium and shading-system development. A number of profile and system-related designs associated with this work were registered with IP Australia from 2008.
Since then, the platform has continued to evolve through different project applications, blade configurations, materials and operating methods.
ALUMADE works with architects, designers, engineers, consultants, developers and builders to configure SOL’ART solutions around the particular requirements of the project.
SOL’ART Resources
Access available system information, material guidance and technical resources across SOL’ART shading configurations.
Technical resources
Browse current SOL’ART resources for fixed and operable shading systems, including available product information, drawings and supporting technical documents.
Request technical informationProject-specific support
ALUMADE® can coordinate system direction, blade and material selection, operation options and available project-specific documentation for SOL’ART applications.
Request technical informationProject enquiry
Talk to the ALUMADE® team about your architectural intent, solar-control requirement, privacy, blade material, fixed or operable configuration and project constraints.
Project enquiryFor a focused shading discussion, include:
