Imperial was initially asked to get involved with this project as the ductwork installation would remain on show, and the client wanted a ductwork contractor with a reputation for quality, high-level finishes.
The project involved both retail fit-out areas and main shell-and-core construction with a different scope for both. The team worked closely with the American client and architect to design specific systems that would provide an aesthetically pleasing system to enhance the minimalistic features required within the scope.
It was necessary to alter the machinery used in the construction in order to accommodate certain new parameters and design scope changes to be incorporated into the final products. For areas that would remain on show, Imperial batch-bought all the necessary materials from one source to ensure a uniform colour and grade of steel throughout the manufacture and installation.
Dedicated brackets were manufactured and placed around minimal joints to give the impression that the ductwork systems were actually floating and maintained a smooth, flowing system when viewed from below.
Working within the constraints of the existing building meant that systems had to be designed against space availability, and at times some of the systems had to have bespoke items manufactured to ensure that airflow could be maintained, especially with the limitations of roof space and main air handling plant.
