The Maven stands as a testament to modern design with a touch of classic character. We were thrilled to collaborate with the project’s developers and CetraRuddy Architects to design and supply a wall mounted brick rainscreen system for the building’s exterior. The DURUS system not only complements the building’s modern aesthetic but also meets the energy requirements of New York’s energy codes.
The unique design of The Maven, with its canted facades for maximized natural light and stunning views, demanded a rainscreen system that could seamlessly integrate with its form.
Our brick rainscreen system met this challenge perfectly, providing the desired aesthetic effect while ensuring superior performance. This system is paired with a custom color blend of Roman sized Taylor Clay bricks, developed by Belden Tri-State Building Materials.
Lightweight construction: The overall building design demanded a lightweight facade system for optimal efficiency. At 12 pounds per square foot, the DURUS brick rainscreen system leverages this advantage, reducing the weight load on the building’s structure and contributing to its overall efficiency. This was particularly crucial for The Maven’s design.
Accommodating the canted angles, traditional rainscreen systems are typically designed for flat surfaces. The unique subgirt system allowed for a seamless integration with the building’s angled facade.
At the heart of The Maven’s rainscreen system lies the innovative DURUS system. This proprietary system utilizes a full subframing structure that creates the rainscreen assembly, open cavity, ventilation, and water management capacity with patented steel rails securing the bricks and offering several other key benefits.
A crucial aspect of any rainscreen system is its ability to manage water penetration. DURUS was meticulously designed to mitigate standing water with a dedicated moisture management system. Incidental water will be directed though weep holes placed at the bottom backside of the trays and allowed to run down the cavity and out of the wall system.