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My eco hero: #3
Architect Nimi Attanayake of nimtim architects shares her favourite green solution
We are proposing to use Viroc panels as an external cladding material for a project based on the Suffolk coast. Viroc is a composite material made from a compressed, dry mixture of pine wood particles and cement. It combines the flexibility of wood with the strength and durability of cement and can be used internally and externally, which can enhance an inside/ outside connection. It is a non-toxic and ecofriendly material that comes in a variety of hues and finishes, including one that exposes the wood particles on the surface.
Viroc has acoustic and insulative properties and can be cut off site to reduce wastage and construction time. It is also a very durable material which we hope will stand up against the extreme weather conditions of the coast. BBS Facades is the main UK distributer of the product, which is made in Portugal.