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| PROJECT: |
Salon Afif |
| LOCATION: |
Toronto, Ontario |
| APPLICATION: |
Prepatinated Cladding |
| ARCHITECT: |
Vassex Design, Toronto |
| CONTRACTOR: |
Kalish Contracting, Toronto |
| METAL SUPPLIER: |
Canadian Brass & Copper Ltd., Concord, Ontario |
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| DESCRIPTION: |
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Salon Afif was established more than twenty years ago near Yonge
and Eglinton, in Toronto. A recent renovation by award-winning
Vassex Design is an outstanding example of the value embodied
in these types of projects. The Salon storefront is clad in eye-catching
prepatinated copper and glass, and the owner has reported that
sales doubled following the renovation.
The original aluminum siding was replaced with prepatinated copper
sheet and solid brass strip details, creating a distinct image
for the building at street level. The copper will continue to
patinate over time, further enhancing its appearance. When using
prepatinated sheet for cladding or roofing, the long wait for
the material to turn green is eliminated. This is an important
consideration, especially for retail establishments.
With its warm appearance and striking colour, the Salon is an
impressive addition to the neighbourhood of traditional storefronts
and shops.
Adapted from Canadian Copper, No. 145.
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