Three Point Dübendorf
In Zurich, the Three Point towers set new standards in urban living as the tallest residential buildings in Switzerland. Rising more than 100 metres above ground level, the three buildings give new life to the Dübendorf area as beacons of architectural brilliance, environmental prudence, comfort and innovation. MasterLine 8 windows and balcony doors, specifically developed to meet the strict project requirements, are the centre piece of the monumental façades.
A project in numbers
With impressive heights of 113, 111 and 102 metres, the Three Point towers redefine the city skyline. Together, the high-rise buildings host a total of 180 business spaces and 270 residential flats with floor-to-ceiling windows and wrap-around balconies. A special feature of the towers is their visual perception of movement, created by the skilfully designed, slightly offset parapet elements of the façade.
The numbers behind the building envelope speak to the imagination: 6,770 aluminium windows and balcony door elements, expertly installed by Fahrni Fassadensysteme, a trusted Reynaers Aluminium partner in Switzerland. In addition, 36 sliding systems, 475 panel elements, 440 balcony partitions, and over 1,000 square metres of aluminium sheet cladding give the residential buildings a lively and dynamic appearance.
The many benefits of MasterLine 8
A key element of this architectural masterpiece is the MasterLine 8 window and door system from Reynaers Aluminium. This versatile, easy-to-fabricate solution not only ensures unrivalled views and maximum light incidence, but it also meets the highest standards of thermal insulation, wind and water tightness. Residents enjoy ultimate performance, all while the aesthetical vision and functional requirements of the building are maintained.
During the planning phase, the designers behind Three Point aimed to limit unwanted noise pollution coming from the nearby airport as much as possible. To meet both the weatherproof and sound reduction needs, the Reynaers Aluminium Project Team came up with a bespoke balcony door variant of MasterLine 8. The balcony doors offer superior performance and a safe way to ventilate the offices and apartments. Moreover, their Hidden Vent design option helps the opening elements blend in with the surrounding façade, enabling a seamless continuous finish.
Ronald Schmid, Construction Project Manager at ADT Innova, explains why he chose MasterLine 8: "It was not only the technology behind the system that was convincing, but also the bespoke aluminium frames, which allowed us to bring in natural daylight while keeping out noise and rain at the same time. Add to this the flexible manufacturing of the elements, the high proportion of glass, the external drainage in the threshold, the visual unity of the overall system range...” Clearly, an offer that is hard to beat.
Together for better Partnership
Looking back at what made the Three Point project a success, Ronald Schmid emphasises the good cooperation with Reynaers Aluminium: "Key Account Manager Markus Stiegler proved to be a competent consultant who provided us with excellent advice and support. Led by his expertise, we could incorporate unique profiles that were specifically developed for the residential towers.”
"The challenge was not just the quantity of window and door elements to be installed; the logistics and strict deadlines were among our biggest tasks," continues Schmid. The team had to consider the coordination of the façade lifts; adhering to the schedules for the various construction phases; timely delivery, distribution and professional storage of the materials; as well as ensuring meticulous installation at great heights. "In this sense, we appreciated the smooth and efficient collaboration with Fahrni Fassadensysteme very much. From the start of the construction phase to the completion of the project, the same installation team was involved, which ensured continuity and the overall quality of the work. Thanks to a precise assembly process, the fitters managed to complete three floors within just two weeks."
The Three Point towers stand as monuments to a new era of construction in the city of Dübendorf. The successful collaboration between Reynaers Aluminium, ADT Innova and Fahrni Fassadensysteme illustrates how technical innovation and architectural vision come together to achieve futureproof goals. Congratulations to all the building partners that were involved in the completion of this impressive project.
