Kriskadecor CLADDING ORITIA & BOREAS KINETIC FACADE Aluminium chain cladding

The kinetic double skin of the Oritia & Boreas building, a company specialising in wind engineering, incorporates the KDO Kinetic System, an innovative architectural solution that uses aluminium chains to respond to the natural movement of the wind.‎ This transforms what was once a static structure into a living, constantly shifting surface that draws attention and adds functional value to the building.‎ Positioned in front of a 28-metre-wide by 2.‎2-metre-high window, the system creates an optical illusion of metallic fabric, generating a hypnotic, undulating pattern that dynamically responds to the wind’s speed and direction.‎ This effect is achieved through horizontal rings placed at varying heights, carefully tailored to the shape and dimensions of the project.‎ The aluminium chains, customised in satin silver and signal blue (RAL 5005), combine modern aesthetics with practical functionality.‎ Thanks to in-house technology and a dynamic palette of RAL colours tested under solar exposure, this system allows for full customisation, including the reproduction of patterns, logos, and even high-definition images.‎ Its lightweight nature enables large surfaces to be clad without compromising the structural integrity of the building, while the transparency of the chain links filters sunlight, creating a play of light and shadow that enriches the interior environment.‎ From the exterior, the chains present a solid appearance that acts as a visual screen, ensuring privacy.‎ From the interior, they allow for complete visibility, adding depth and texture to the space without sacrificing the connection to the surroundings.‎ The sound of the chains is subtle, producing a faint, barely audible chime.‎ Inside, the atmosphere remains calm and pleasant, without disrupting concentration or the working environment.‎ Credits • Architecture: Water Scales Arquitectos / Barrós Velázquez, Carmen / del Corral del Campo, Francisco J / Oritia & Boreas (José María Terrés Nicoli).‎ • Location: CITAI (Ciudad Industrial, Tecnológica y Área de Investigación), Escúzar, Granada.‎ • Photos & video by Ángel Segura.‎ Further info from manufacturer on CLADDING ORITIA & BOREAS KINETIC FACADE Kriskadecor