The application of ventilated slate cladding allows designers to innovate with ancient material.
The use of slate for construction is an ancient practice, but its applications in the modern world are evolving. Using a ventilated façade system, HGA designers were able to create a dynamic slate exterior. The cladding extends from the walls to the roof of the building, reinterpreting the region’s traditional architecture of barns and covered bridges. Visit ArchDaily for a roundup of slate-clad projects.