Duke of York restaurant. Curved and retractable glazing. Doors and windows. Nex Architecture. AJ 12.2024

Publication Year

2024

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Discusses Nex Architecture design of a distinctive restaurant for Duke of York Square, London, following an international competition commissioned by Cadogan. The spiral-shaped structure, formed by a slender concrete wall, creates a dynamic presence with large openings that enhance connectivity to the square, while a publicly accessible roof garden adds to its appeal. Inside, sculptural arches and retractable curved glass panels, counterweighted like a sash window, maximize transparency and openness. As the world’s first retractable curved glass system, the design balances refined aesthetics with structural innovation, utilizing powder-coated steel, stainless steel mullions, and low-iron glass for strength and clarity.

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