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Use
Exterior façade cladding -
Applications
Retail -
Characteristics
Subtle variations, resilient against wear and tear, fire-safe, maintenance-free, resistant to mold and fungi, patinates and brightens over time. -
Colors
Graphite -
Guarantee
20 years
AFC provides durable and versatile fiber cement solutions for a variety of architectural applications. The Crabtree Mixed-Use Development in Raleigh, NC, utilized AFC’s Patina fiber cement panels for its exterior cladding, because of their durability against harsh weather conditions.
Uniquely positioned between low-density development and Raleigh’s denser, urban core, Crabtree Mixed-Use Development in Raleigh, North Carolina is a vibrant destination that blends residential, retail, and office spaces. Its effective plaza design and landscaping were key elements in creating this compelling space that draws residents and customers.
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The project’s design addressed several challenges, including its location in a floodway. Architects worked closely with structural engineers to ensure the building could withstand potential flood conditions without excessive design loads. They also chose Patina high-density fiber cement panels for the exterior due to their durability, aesthetic appeal, low maintenance, fire safety, and ability to withstand harsh weather conditions.
Benefits
- Subtle variations
- Resilient against wear and tear
- Fire-safe
- Maintenance-free
- Resistant to mold and fungi
- Patinates and brightens over time
Project Information
| Location | Raleigh, NC, USA |
| Architect | Gensler |
| Installer | Advanced Exterior Solutions |
| General Contractor | Brasfield and Gorrie |
| Developer | East West Partners |
| Year Completed | 2023 |
| Project Type | Retail |
| Products Used | Patina by Swisspearl |





























