Project Details

DesignerPhilip KoetherApplicationsCeilings & CanopiesLocationNew York City, NY, US

Morton Square

Wire mesh ceiling tiles, as represented in the image, maintain a unique blend of aesthetic appeal and functional benefits. The modern look with an industrial feel that these tiles convey adds great visual beauty to any commercial building, office, or residential area. Their open weaves further allow for creative lighting solutions by letting light pass through the mesh to form interesting patterns and give depth. This not only provides the ambiance but also creates an open feeling of larger space.

The entrance ceiling of this New York City building is adorned with multiple layers of architectural woven metal fabrics – FSZ-1, P-278, and PZ-7. The different textures and visual weights created by the layers of wire mesh are held by suspension rods and standoffs. This custom ceiling uses stainless angle iron frames with the woven wire mesh welded to the back side. The down rods set the spacing to create the multiple layers of transparency.

They have aesthetic advantages, but wire mesh ceiling tiles are also extremely hard-wearing and long-lasting. Constructed from resilient materials such as stainless steel or aluminum, which are highly resistant to corrosion, rust, and every other kind of wear, they are quite appropriate for low-maintenance areas that require a high level of durability. Further, lightweight, it's relatively easier to set up and more reasonable in cost compared to traditional materials for a ceiling.

It's also practical to make wire mesh ceiling tiles for acoustical and ventilation benefits. The open structure of the mesh improves air circulation, hence improving the quality of air in a room. This is very important in rooms that generally have a large usage demand for ventilation, such as kitchens or industrial spaces. Other than that, the mesh can be helpful in the absorption of sound, hence reducing the noise level to create a more comfortable acoustic environment. Aesthetic and durability benefits combine with practical benefits to make wire mesh ceiling tiles versatile and of value for many uses.

 
Wire mesh panel shapes are cut to fit in a unique ceiling design.Heavy woven wire mesh is visible through the finer weaves below.Layers of woven wire mesh are visible because of differences in opacity.