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Bau 2009 in Munich -
full halls, good atmosphere, a mood of optimism
Award for new development went to Keller AG.
The company Keller from Troisvierges (L) has received an award at Bau 2009 in Munich - the largest building and construction trade fair in Europe - for its entry in the "Innovation Prize for Architecture and Construction". The entry consisted of the development of so-called "Minimal Windows". The "Innovation Prize" competition was sponsored by the architectural journals "AIT" and "IntelligenteArchitektur" and was addressed to designers and manufacturers of innovative products from all areas of the construction industry. Those responsible for judging the entries based their assessment on quality of function and design, authenticity of material and product versatility.
The "Minimal Windows“ were developed in-house at Keller, and are characterised by almost frameless transparency. This means that sliding doors for both interior and exterior use hardly exhibit any profiles which could limit the view. This guarantees a completely new appearance and perspective.
What is new about this system is on the one hand the highly precise guidance on the runners and the running gear which is integrated into edge of the glass unit - for which a patent application has been made - and on the other a fully automatic electro-mechanical closing system. The entire concept can also be used as an integral component of a home conservatory.
This concept sets new standards for conservatory construction and is a part of the overall "Glasshouse" concept. "Minimal Windows" and "Glasshouse" attracted a great deal of attention in Munich with both the wider public and construction specialists and architects, particularly because large-scale insulated glass elements and slim profiles are completely on trend in contemporary architecture. Both concepts embody the highest level of cosiness and comfort and offer long-term and systematic security based on functional and aesthetic innovation.
As early as six years ago, Keller AG participated in Bau 2003 in Munich and presented the new concept "Orangerie Elegance", which is now copied by many conservatory manufacturers. Judging by the interest which has already been expressed, "Glasshouse" and "Minimal Windows" are also about to be become similar trendsetters.
A development phase lasting almost 2 years preceded the presentation of the product at Bau 2009. The Innovation Prize for Architecture and Building was awarded this year for the 44th time. The significance of the competition is reflected in the fact that a total of 67 products were submitted, including from such renowned companies as Bulthaup, Eternit and Termopal. They submitted to the decision of a jury consisting of a panel of five renowned architects and interior designers.
The BAU trade fair is considered to be the top event within the sector. With 210,000 visitors, it achieved a new record this year, giving real impetus to the industry. The general opinion of the exhibitors, including KELLER, was that the exhibition halls remained generally unaffected by the current financial and economic crisis.
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