Digital edition 2021 | Plasterboard

6 Towers Residence

CyprusCyprusCompany Name: Christofi Bros

Project description

SIX Student Residence is a luxury complex in UNIC campus at Nicosia. The complex consists of six, twelve story towers with 307 student residences. The key location of the project, in a beautiful area, only two minutes away from the central UNIC campus and the innovative architectural design have created a new landmark for Cyprus. The views from SIX towards the city and the surrounding area are breathtaking, especially from the exclusive UNIC Clubhouse. The UNIC Clubhouse is a brand new restaurant and lounge bar allocated on the 12th floor of SIX. The glass facades bring the distant views closer and connect visually the complex with its surroundings.

Contractor

Christofi Bros

Christofi Bros Trading Ltd was established in 1997, aiming to create new possibilities in the field of interior finishes, construction and decoration, thus having the ability to offer our clients some of the best quality finishes for any interior environment. We are constantly searching for new products internationally, in order to enhance our range of materials, which in combination with the experience and knowledge of our technical personnel, enable us to deliver finishes and construction characterised by durability and high aesthetic values. Our product list includes flooring of all kinds, ceiling systems, partitioning solutions and interior / exterior wall claddings as well as various choices in thermal and acoustic insulation products. Utilizing our capabilities, we aim to transform your space or environment to any desirable design possibility, offering the best possible service and value for money. Although this is an ambitious statement, it suitably reflects the strong position and the competitive standing of our company in the Cyprus market.

Benefits
Fire protection
Habito®, RF, mineral wool.
Acoustic insulation
Habito®, RF ,mineral wool. Rw =57dB

Key Achievements

  • High performance certified solutions have been applied, that exceed regulatory requirements and have stood out compared to other proposals
  • All deadlines and required specifications have been met.
  • A relationship of trust with the architectural team has been built.
  • The close collaboration with the Distributor during the project has created a new level of cooperation and efficiency.
  • A successful introduction of Habito® in the Market of Cyprus.
  • Excellent cooperation both with the Main Constructor and all sub-contractors.

Key Challenges

Provide a versatile Design. There were various Room types with distinctive lay-outs.
Ensure both fire and acoustic protection and adequate durability for all partition elements.
Create spaces for intense and frequent use for the students.
Strict deadlines for material installation, in a less than two months period.

Stakeholders

Building owner:
Zimaco Holdings LTD
Architect:
Eraclis Papachristou Architects – Savva Demetris
Main contractor:
Christofi Bros Trading Ltd
Photographer:
Charis Solomou
Saint-Gobain Team:
Manos Giannakopoulos