Use Case: Semi-transparent cladding for multi-storey car parks

The glassfibre reinforced concrete elements by Rieder offer an innovative and sustainable solution for the cladding of multi-storey car parks. In a recent design, they demonstrate impressively how aesthetics, functionality and resource conservation can be intelligently combined.

Instead of the commonly used aluminium stiffeners, Rieder employs ribs made from leftover production material. This not only avoids waste but also contributes to a more responsible use of resources in terms of sustainability. The glassfibre reinforced concrete itself is only 13 millimetres thick, yet extremely robust and non-combustible. Thanks to its low weight, it is particularly easy to install and offers a long-lasting, low-maintenance solution.

The design is reminiscent of a large-scale louvre system, similar to what is known from window shading. The narrow elements are installed in different formats and angles – from flat to 90 degrees – creating a dynamic and structured facade. The open yet deliberately segmented arrangement allows precise control of light and visibility: daylight enters the garage without it being fully open, while the facility remains well protected and partially obscured from view. This interplay of transparency and privacy enables varying visual relationships depending on the viewing angle. The elements are available in various colours and finishes, allowing them to be flexibly adapted to the architectural surroundings.