IMAGINE WHAT YOU CAN DO

January 2016

PHILOSOPHY

THE ETERNAL BRONZE AGE Architectural tastes have evolved as the world’s consciousness has changed, attracted once again by the beauty, quality and value of timeless materials. The architecture of tomorrow demands struc-tural integrity and material durability to provi-de lasting economic and aesthetic value. The finest materials and patina age gracefully with this exposure to become even more beautiful over time.

Today, bronze has rediscovered its ageless alliances with architecture and sculpture.For architecture, the word ‘time’ exists in the meaning of years, centuries, and then of rain, wind, sun…Astec is ever more conscious to learn new techniques and technologies, with surpri-sing adaptability, to create lightness in form, impossible only yesterday. This allows a spe-cial dialogue with its junior relative, that other material born from the meeting between natu-re, intelligence, and flame at the edge of the same primordial fire pit: glass...

Bronze and its architectural applications re-present, today, the core business of Astec, which was born in 1983 in the region of Ve-nice, Italy. With 30 years of experience in the international building panorama, Astec has established the capability of delivering unique, outstanding projects, designed by worldwide renowned architects and engineers.

Masterful technique, combined with deep ma-terial knowledge, endless research, and pro-duction flexibility inspire innovation and form the basis of the Astec manufacturing process. The result of this process, executed in com-bination with glass, another indispensable ar-chitectural material, is an exclusive range of fenestration built in ABX Architectural Bronze extruded profiles.

A perfect liaison between organization and manufacturing process, focused to anticipa-te market trends, together with a long lasting collaboration with designers from across the globe, demonstrates up the perfect simplicity of excellent materials designed to integrate with historical, contemporary or modern settings.

“A large building can strike us with its

appearance like no other work of art:

it seduces us, it embraces us,

it plays a part in shaping our life

and protecting us; it dominates the

landscape; it captures the spirit

of the times like no other form.“

Marvin Trachtenberg and Isabel Hyman

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NATUZZI AMERICAS HEADQUARTERS FAÇADE CLADDING 6

High Po in t - USA

PODERE ASCIANELLO ABX WINDOWS & DOORS 8

Siena - ITALY

FENDI STORE ABX WINDOWS & DOORS, FAÇADE CLADDING 10

New York – USA

BULGARI HOTELS & RESORTS ABX WINDOWS & DOORS, CLADDING, INTERIORS 12

Mi lano - ITALY

LIVING-IN SHOW-ROOM ABX WINDOWS & DOORS, INTERIORS, SIGNS 14

Doha – QATAR

LIR HOLDING HEADQUARTER ABX WINDOWS & DOORS, INTERIORS, 16

AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDING

Trev iso - ITALY

PRIVATE RESIDENCE ABX WINDOWS & DOORS 18

Sassuo lo – ITALY

CONCORTEL HOTEL INTERIORS 20

Par is – FRANCE

RELAIS SAN LORENZO ABX WINDOWS & DOORS, FAÇADE CLADDING, 22

Bergamo – ITALY

25, BOND STREET ABX WINDOWS & DOORS, CLADDING, 24

New York – USA CUSTOM METALWORKS

CUSTOM METALWORKS

CUSTOM METALWORKS

To do all this you need a great Team and great Partners. Thanks to you all. A special Thank to Philippe Daverio for his contribution.

Astec’s many years of work, research and experimentation have been rewarded with a profound understanding of materials and an enviable, world-class technical expertise.These attributes add lasting value to a variety of architectural solutions, from simple, elegant fenestration to even more elaborate architectural expressions including façades, staircases, entry systems and virtually any static or dynamic design concept that current, state-of-the-art technology can bring forth.Astec mastery of the treatment and finishing of precious alloys, the offspring of a passion for noble materials, in particular bronze, led the Company to a compelling entrepreneurial idea: to empower the traditional artisan’s hand with modern fabrication and finishing techniques, resulting in bronze fabrications that display unique and timeless character.

All phases of Astec fabrications are entrusted to the expert hands and eyes of the craftsman, ensuring that each and every little detail receives the careful attention it deserves. This is the guarantee to the client of exclusive, individual products made-to-measure, signed by the uniqueness and perfection of the different patina finishes proposed by Astec.Obtained through a natural treatment process, Astec exclusive patina finishes give a personal touch to any selected color, creating at the same time a passivating film which protects against environmental aggression and offers a perfect resistance to corrosion.For interior design and façade cladding requirements, Astec’s program of special finish techniques spans to infinite possibilities, thanks to the continuous team work of research and development.We thank every architect, designer and client who daily provides Astec with the stimulation to experiment and think “outside the box”.Years of working side-by-side with famous international designers to create unique technical solutions and special finishes have made Astec the ideal resource for an ever more demanding clientele.

MATERIALS AND FINISHES

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‘Every man’s work is always

a portrait of himself.’

Ralph Samuel Butler

DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTSStud io Mar io Be l l in i

LOCATION High Po in t - USA

NATUZZI AMERICAS HEADQUARTERS

FAÇADE CLADDING 6

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The Headquarters Building of Natuzzi

in High Point, North Carolina,

represents one of the most evocative

works undertaken by Astec.

This four-story building is strongly characterized by a grand wall,

formed like the prow of a ship and entirely covered with panels

made of architectural bronze alloy.

To clad the thirteen thousand square foot surface, the façade

required nine hundred one-eighth inch thick panels, each of a

slightly different shape and size. Installation required minute

precision to maintain a consistent one and three-sixteenths inch

gap between panels. Altogether, over two hundred and fifty

thousands pounds of laminated bronze alloy was required.

As an example of organizational strength, Astec completed the

work in only 196 days.

The old farmhouse from 1600, around

which Podere Ascianello turns,

is situated along a bend in the

ancient Lauretana road, and has been

completely renovated by architect

Pietro Del Vaglio.

Located at the center of a vineyard, its inhabitants were

dedicated to the grape harvest. The main intent with the

restoration was to keep the original structure as a mirror of the

local rural customs. Materials had to harmonize and complement

the existing structure and its ancient materials.

There was no better choice than bronze windows, with an

exclusive custom patina finish, to marry with the rose stone that is

typical of the region. The shapes of the Astec ABX® Architectural

Bronze were formed specifically to follow the existing stone

curves of the farmhouse windows so that all of the original

architectural intent was preserved.

DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTS Stud io P ie t ro De l Vag l io

LOCATION S iena - ITALY

PODERE ASCIANELLO

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DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTS Peter Mar ino Arch i tec ts

LOCATION New York – USA

FENDI STORE

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Conceived by internationally acclaimed

architect Peter Marino, and located at

677 5th Avenue, New York, the Fendi Store

is one of the most striking buildings in

the world.

This exceptional project provided Astec with a unique opportunity to

demonstrate its extraordinary mastery of metal fabrication.

The principal façade presents a metallic cladding in waxed, Cor-Ten

steel, fashioned in a bold, pleated effect with perforated accent panels.

To complete this highly custom installation, ABX® W65 thermally broken

bronze windows were specified for the 3rd through the 6th floors.

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Contemporary in design, the first

Bulgari resort project perfectly

balances simplicity of detail

with color palette to create

a luxurious, serene retreat in

the heart of Milan.

This idyllic setting created an ideal context for Astec

contributions. The principal façade is characterized by an

extensive curtain wall system in architectural bronze and glass

that brings the botanical gardens into view.

Astec also had the opportunity to equip the prestigious SPA with

bronze interior doors, finished in a very sleek ‘gun-metal grey’

patina. These Astec installations met the architect’s specifications

for a contemporary style executed in the finest materials.

DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTSStud io Anton io C i t te r io & Par tners

LOCATION Mi lano - ITALY

BULGARI HOTELS & RESORTS

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In the marvelous, elegant setting

of La Perle – Doha, in a central

position facing the Marina, stands

the permanent exclusive show-room

‘Living-In’.

With nearly 10,000 square feet on two floors, the space

introduces visitors to a high-end range of products.

Guests enter through a custom-made Astec bronze main

entrance door, which is framed by a bronze framed glass partition

around the perimeter. A copper alloy frieze and laser etched

lettering by Astec crown the bronze window assemblies below.

An impressive effect is also given by the outstanding large

staircase made in bronze and burnished steel, with tailor made

laser cut drawings on the stainless steel banister supports.

Interior design elements in bronze and copper alloy complement

the valuable furniture that is on display, with elegant bronze

panels in a patchwork form made with a multitude of Astec patina

finish shades, a unique added value to Astec bronze exclusive

profiles.

DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTS Thomas Pheasant

LOCATION Doha - QATAR

LIVING-IN SHOW-ROOM

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All the various openings were tailor made in architectural

extruded bronze. Astec ABX® profiles have been used

on interior doors, external windows and garage overhead

doors.

The first three floors of the building are now used as office

space, and the last two floors are occupied as personal

residence. The entrance hall and reception are connected

by a staircase made by Astec in blackened steel and

wood, with bronze handrail, executed in one unique piece.

The superb view of the old city center from the top floor

living room is enhanced by three glass walls, realized

completely in achitectural bronze, and fitted with large

bronze sliding doors to provide access to the rooftop

terrace.

The Astec passion for detail is evident throughout in all

the final elements of the structure; including the intercom

plates and mail boxes, all custom made in accordance

with the building style.

DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTS Arp lan : Rosar io P icc io t to , Luc iana BassanTaarch i te t tu ra : A lber to Torse l lo

LOCATION Trev iso - ITALY

LIR HOLDING HEADQUARTER AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDING

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Located in the refined square

of San Vito in Treviso,

Italy, this structure has

undergone an extensive three

year renovation. Built in the

1950’s, and renovated for the

first time during the 1980’s,

this building was recently

transformed by significant

materials contribution from

Astec

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In a picturesque landscape just

outside the historical town center,

a modern building stands out with

its contemporary, linear, clean

design.

Credited with the coveted certification ‘Energy class A+’, the

building owes its achieved performances to the use of windows

made with ABX® Architectural Bronze technology, Astec

exclusive patented products.

The choice of copper alloy door profiles W65, K85 and H75,

enhanced by a “classic” patina finish, allowed the house a

perfect integration with the surrounding environment.

DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTS Enr ico Iascone Arch i te t t i

LOCATION Sassuo lo - ITALY

PRIVATE RESIDENCE

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DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTS NOOR Arch i tec te d ’ In té r ieur

LOCATION Par is – FRANCE

CONCORTEL HOTEL

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With the aim of renovating the ‘Concortel Hotel’ in Paris,

the Interior Architecture & Design Agency Noor, has

chosen to dress the wall partitions of the main rooms,

mixing textural materials with monochromatic forms.

Their materials included bronze plates, especially

burnished by Astec to obtain a patina finish which

integrates very well with all other materials colors.

The choice of bronze cladding with a particular warm

shaded patina, positioned close to the fireplace,

enhances the intimate and exclusive atmosphere

surrounding the guests.

Photo Sébastien Patron

Thanks to their exclusive

finishing expertise and

passion for details,

Astec is well-known for

interior design elements.

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DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTS Nata l in i Arch i te t t i

LOCATION Bergamo – ITALY

RELAIS SAN LORENZO

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In the center of the city of Bergamo, Italy,

stand beautiful ancient ruins that have been

protected as an archaeological site.

Architect and Professor Adolfo Natalini was entrusted to maintain the

archaeological integrity of this treasured location while imagining an

integrated design for a luxury resort with contemporary styling for the site.

He started with his philosophy that “Nothing can be built with ruins, but

anything can be built over ruins”.

The intent was that the design become an integral part of the environment

surrounding the historic ruins. Because Architectural Bronze is a

timeless natural material that is highly weather resistant, it is the perfect

complement to the enduring nature of historic architectural materials. It

was chosen as the cladding for the facade of the structure for its practical

and aesthetic properties. The bronze façade blends well with the windows

in architectural bronze, as well as with many internal elements, such as

handrails and bronze framed fixed glazing. According to architect Natalini,

the project is an excellent representation of the prowess with which Astec

works in Architectural Bronze.

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Situated in the heart of New York

City’s NoHo district, 25 Bond Street

is a luxurious apartment building

with outstanding contemporary style

where Astec ABX® Architectural

Bronze technology was used to

construct the grand facade.

It was chosen for its qualities of resistance and solidity as well as

for its noble aesthetic value. The facade is comprised of ample

fixed glazing and automatic doors on the ground floor, with more

than 80 parallel sliding windows in the levels above. In particular,

the W65 and K85 thermally insulated profiles were used for the

window and door openings.

All of the various bronze elements, including the laser cut

residence name sign, were designed to perfectly match with a

custom designed classic patina by Astec.

DESIGNERS - ARCHITECTSBKSK Arch i tec ts

LOCATION New York – USA

25, BOND STREET

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