Saint-Gobain solutions have proven to be key to a BREEAM-certified architectural project in Lille.

With 17 residential floors and nine office floors, the Emblem project makes a strong architectural statement: a striking mixed-use complex that combines contemporary luxury, elegance and sustainable construction in a clear design vision.

One of the greatest challenges with the Emblem project was finding the right balance between architectural expression and environmental performance. The generous glass façades, which are crucial to the quality of the spaces and the relationship with the urban landscape, had to meet high thermal requirements.

Solar control glass Cool-Lite Xtreme 70/33 was used, which was developed specifically for demanding façade concepts. With a light transmission of 70%, the glass ensures bright, light-filled interiors and a high level of visual comfort.

This high energy performance was complemented using Cool-Lite ST Bright Silver. This solar control glazing is designed to impress not only with its functional properties but also with its outstanding aesthetics on the façade, featuring a reflective, bright silver surface that lends the façade a contemporary and high-quality appearance.

Swisspacer Ultimate spacer was specified to ensure impressively low thermal conductivity at the edge of the insulating glass. According to internationally recognised guidelines, it ranks among the best warm edge spacer bars in the world. This enables low Uwvalues for windows and façades, accompanied by corresponding energy and CO2 savings. EPD and FDES documents also provide transparent data on the environmental impact of Swisspacer Ultimate.

Gaëlle Hamonic, co-founder of the architectural firm Hamonic + Masson & Associés and architect of the Emblem project, commented:

“The decision to use Saint-Gobain products was part of a comprehensive assessment of the quality of the building envelope. The thermal properties, combined with the Swisspacer spacer bars, made it possible to achieve a high level of energy efficiency without compromising on the transparency and slim profile of the façades. The products blended seamlessly into the architectural design of the project, which was a key consideration for us.”

Thanks in part to the intelligent combination of various Saint-Gobain solutions, the building meets the highest standards of energy efficiency, comfort and design.