Designed by NPS Property Consultants, a Kalzip roof that spans 2200m has been applied to the new ?4.5 million Norwich Bus Station.
The roof structure is formed by two separate converging canopies clad with the company's 65/400 aluminium stucco embossed sheets supported by aluminium L25 and L190 clips. A range of the fabrications, including a steel liner sheet and a moisture-reducing vapour control layer, were also specified and installed by WWR for main contractor Bluestone.
At the centre of the 'plectrum' shaped canopy, translucent fabric panels have been used to allow natural light to penetrate and reach the main concourse below. The second canopy is separate and allows air to circulate to reduce fumes from buses. The canopy protects the glass fronted travel centre from solar heat gain, eliminating the need for additional air conditioning units.
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