Sunshades in Mission Bay South Block 9 | BŌK Modern

BŌK Modern specializes in designing and developing innovative architectural metal panel systems. BŌK Modern developed custom Sunshades and Canopies for Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects' Mission Bay South Block 9 residential building.

These 140 supportive studio apartments are located in the rapidly changing Mission Bay area. They were constructed using modular, factory-built methods, which helped to shorten the overall construction schedule. To ensure optimal energy efficiency and occupant well-being, BŌK Modern designed custom sunshades and a canopy system to reduce heat gain, particularly from the south-facing windows. The sunshade pattern includes an integrated mounting system for bird wire installation, and the BŌK Modern support bracket was custom-built for easy integration with the exterior siding. Additionally, a welded shim plate was used to allow the bracket to sit close to the window and conceal the bolt head, resulting in a clean waterproofing detail.

Product System Used

'Nail-On' Sunfin: In this design, the sunshade is directly affixed to the structure, reducing unnecessary complexity. The “nose” of the sunshade can feature either a streamlined knife edge or a smaller flange than what is commonly seen in our system. This versatile application is ideal for snugly fitting against windows with depths of up to 24 inches.

Bracketed Canopy: BŌK Modern's more traditional Bracketed Canopy is available in both a perforated type for sun-shading and a solid type for rain protection. These installations are also available with details that minimize the appearance of the brackets for a cleaner, minimalist appearance.

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