Rosskopf + Partner are creative masterminds who needed a solid surface material that would not only meet their functional needs, but would wow incoming patrons at the Abdali Mall. Their search for the ideal material lead them to Avonite Surfaces®, a brand of Aristech Surfaces LLC, which was exactly what they needed for this grand shopping centre.
Avonite Surfaces solid surface color Polaris 8256 was used as the exterior for two, three-dimensional snake like lounge seating areas and five semicircular seats, as well as tablet frames, directional signposts and information displays throughout the mall. These structures are subtly backlit to guide users to their destination. The 100 percent acrylic solid surface was thermoformed, glued and smoothed together to form one, seamless shape for each individual structure.
Avonite Surfaces is hygienic, easy to clean, durable, renewable and delivers dependable consistency for unique designs. These features give it a sleek, elegant look, along with bringing long term durability.
Rosskopf + Partner brought the creative vision, while Avonite Surfaces visual appearance of Polaris 8256 provided the WOW factor for the Abdali Mall.
Colour: Avonite® Polaris
Completed in 2016
Architect: Gensler Architects.
Manufacturer: Rosskopf+Partner AG
Photo credits: Abdali Mall Company