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This Work
The Indianapolis downtown library features a unique design for the facades. The façade fits between two independent buildings. To create a transparent façade using cables, a novel counter weight system was adopted. Horizontal cables are anchored to one building and run over a pulley to turn 90 degrees and a large hanging cast iron disc creates a constant cable tension. As the wind pressure hits the façade, the disc can move vertically. The system utilises the AES, TC + CCG Systems. Corner clamped glass adds to the transparency.

Project Specifications
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SYSTEMS USED
Architecturally Exposed Steel
Tension Cable
Corner Clamped Glass
ARCHITECT
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