Interchange Pavilion

              Home Interchange Pavilion Sydney, NSW Architect: Chris Fox Contractor: Mirvac Installer: ACS Groundworks Product: ShapeShell™-RC Surface Area: 15 tonnes Application: Artwork Structure Responsibility: Design, Engineer & Manufacture of Feature Elements Details The Interchange Pavilion at South Eveleigh, Sydney, is a landmark public art installation designed by Australian artist and architect Chris Fox. Commissioned by Mirvac and its consortium partners, the pavilion reimagines the site’s rich rail history through a striking sculptural form that invites visitors to gather, reflect, and connect. The work was constructed using an innovative palette of over 250 metres of stainless steel ground rails, 15 tonnes of robotically moulded GRC (glass reinforced concrete), 1,400 router-cut hardwood pieces, and a 14-tonne aluminium structure, creating a 350 m² sculptural space that also functions as a community amphitheatre. The structure not only celebrates Sydney’s railway heritage but also functions as a space for performance, reflection, and social interaction. Its layered materiality references the industrial fabric of Eveleigh while embracing contemporary techniques of robotic moulding and CNC fabrication. Commissioned by Mirvac in collaboration with Carriageworks and other partners, the Interchange Pavilion reflects a broader public art strategy that integrates cultural expression with placemaking. By merging artistry, engineering, and architecture, the pavilion embodies the spirit of interchange—where histories overlap, paths cross, and communities gather—transforming South Eveleigh into a precinct that honours its past while shaping a dynamic, inclusive future.

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11 Eastern Road

                    Home 11 Eastern Road Melbourne, VIC Architect: Rothelowman Contractor: Hacer Engineer: Webber Design Product: ShapeShell™-RT Surface Area: 465 sqm Application: Featured Lobby Responsibility: Design, Engineer & Manufacture of Feature Elements Details ShapeShift was engaged to deliver the feature lobby elements using its advanced ShapeShell™ RT system. Our role encompassed the complete design, engineering, manufacture, and supply of the prefabricated panels, ensuring both the architectural vision and practical buildability were achieved. Working from the architect’s 3D model, we developed detailed shop drawings and engineered the system to Australian standards, providing certification and quality assurance throughout. Using our large-format 5-axis CNC machines, each panel was tooled and fabricated with high dimensional accuracy, then coated in a bespoke cementitious Berkshire White finish. To guarantee performance, every component was produced under ISO 9001 quality systems and verified with 3D scanning for precise fit on-site. The panels were supplied as lightweight, modular units, carefully packed into 40ft high cube containers for ease of transport and efficient handling on arrival. Importantly, our scope was supply only, with installation, bracketry, and site-based works managed by others. This approach enabled ShapeShift to focus on delivering a high-quality, durable, and visually striking lobby feature, while providing the builder with a streamlined prefabricated solution that reduced time, cost, and risk on-site

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Jackson House

            Home Jackson House Toorak, VIC Architect: Architectus Builder: Maxcon Constructions Contractor: FacadeX Product: ShapeShell™-RC Surface Area: 1,388 sqm Application: Facade Cladding Responsibility: Design, Engineer & Manufacture of Feature Elements Details ShapeShift Technologies was engaged to design and supply the full GRC façade for Jackson House. Our scope encompassed the delivery of precision-engineered ShapeShell™ RC panels, tailored to achieve the architectural intent while ensuring durability and ease of installation. The façade system was manufactured using advanced 5-axis CNC tooling, enabling complex geometries and consistent quality. Each GRC panel was integrated with a purpose-designed railing and fixing system, allowing for efficient on-site installation with minimal tolerance adjustments. The result is a high-performance façade solution that balances lightweight construction with long-term strength, offering architectural flexibility, fire-rated performance, and a range of bespoke finishes to complement the building’s design vision.

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308 Exhibition Street

308 Exhibition Street Melbourne, VIC   Project Details Location: 308 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, VIC Scope: Comprehensive podium and tower panels development, integrating innovative safety and design features. Completion Year: 2023 Architect: Fender Katsalidis and Cox Architecture Builder/Contractor:Multiplex ShapeShift Product: ShapeShell™-RC advanced Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete (GRC) façade panels Developing A New Architectural Landmark to The City Skyline The Shangri-La development at 308 Exhibition Street in Melbourne is a $600 million twin-tower project that combines premium residential living with a five-star international hotel. Designed by Fender Katsalidis in collaboration with Cox Architecture and delivered by Multiplex, the scheme comprises a 59-storey residential tower known as Sapphire by the Gardens and a 61-storey tower housing Melbourne’s first Shangri-La hotel. The two towers are linked at level 46 by a distinctive sky-bridge with an oculus glass floor that offers views across Carlton Gardens and the Royal Exhibition Building. Project Purpose and Challenge The purpose of the Shangri-La development at 308 Exhibition Street was to create a landmark mixed-use precinct that combines luxury residential apartments with a world-class hotel, strengthening Melbourne’s position as a global city. The project aimed to deliver high-quality living spaces with expansive views, alongside the city’s first Shangri-La hotel, bringing international hospitality to the CBD. The challenges were significant: construction had to take place directly above a live railway tunnel, requiring a three-metre-deep raft foundation and one of the largest continuous concrete pours undertaken in Melbourne. The installation of the sky-bridge at level 46 introduced further complexity, demanding precise engineering and safety measures to suspend a link structure between two towers more than 200 metres above ground. In addition, the confined CBD location required careful logistical planning to coordinate materials, workforce, and equipment within a highly restricted site. Our Role to The Project ShapeShift provides the design, engineering, manufacture, and supply of prefabricated façade cladding panels for complex architectural projects. Their scope covers feasibility review, detailed 2D/3D design, certification, CNC tooling, and production of high-performance ShapeShell-RC (reinforced concrete) panels, which are lightweight, durable, and non-combustible. They deliver complete documentation, custom fixing systems, and logistics, with panels pre-packed into shipping containers for efficient site delivery. While installation is excluded, ShapeShift’s value lies in their expertise with complex geometries, ISO-certified quality, and risk reduction through precision prefabrication—making them a specialist façade supplier for high-profile developments.   Discover More About Our Cladding Solutions ShapeShift provides innovative, sustainable, and high-quality cladding solutions for modern architectural projects. If you’re ready to bring your vision to life with ShapeShell’s advanced GRC materials, contact us today!   Contact Us Discuss Your Needs

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Adelaide Festival Air Vent Cover

Home Adelaide Festival Air Vent Cover Adelaide, SA Architect: Architectus Builder: – Product: ShapeShell™-RT Surface Area: Cladding Application: Exhaust Vent Responsibility: Design, Engineer & Manufacture of Feature Elements Details ShapeShift Technologies was engaged to deliver the design, engineering, manufacture, and supply of the external cladding panels that define the project’s architectural expression. Using our proprietary ShapeShell™-RT (Reinforced Thermoset), we produced a lightweight yet durable solution capable of handling complex geometry while meeting Australian Standards for strength and fire performance. The scope covered approximately 100 m² of façade surface, finished in a fluoropolymer metallic coating system with a 25-year colour warranty. To streamline delivery and installation, the panels were prefabricated and panelised, enabling efficient handling, transport, and on-site assembly. Manufactured under our ISO 9001:2015 quality system and CNC-machined for precision, the panels were shipped in 40-foot containers ready for integration by others. This project highlights ShapeShift’s role in transforming essential infrastructure into a landmark public artwork through advanced material technology and innovative prefabrication.

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Chevron Tower, Elizabeth Quay

Chevron Tower – Elizabeth Quay Perth, WA   Project Details Location: Level 2/1 The Esplanade, Perth WA 6000 Scope: Tower Canopy, Oculus Bulkhead, Pedestrian Link Soffit, Podium Canopy, etc Completion Year: 2023 Architect: HASSELL Builder/Contractor: Multiplex Façade Engineer:Wood & Grieve Engineers (WGE) ShapeShift Product: ShapeShell™-RT Reinforcing Public, Cultural, and Commercial Hub The Chevron Tower at Elizabeth Quay, also known as 1 The Esplanade, is a landmark commercial development located at Perth’s premier waterfront precinct. The project is commissioned by Chevron Australia as a new headquarters to consolidate its operations in Western Australia, showcasing architectural excellence, environmental performance, and civic integration. Project Background & Purpose Located in Perth’s Elizabeth Quay, the 29-storey tower provides over 57,000 square metres of premium office space, accommodating approximately 3,000 employees. The building’s design focuses on sustainability, targeting a 6-Star Green Star rating and incorporating features such as natural light optimization and energy-efficient systems. Amenities include childcare facilities, a gymnasium, and retail spaces, enhancing the work environment for occupants. The project also emphasizes cultural integration, with design elements reflecting the local environment and indigenous heritage. Collaboration with Whadjuk Noongar cultural advisors ensured that the building respects and incorporates aspects of the land’s traditional significance. Purpose & Objectives: Establish a world-class office tower that aligns with Chevron’s corporate identity and sustainability commitments. Contribute to the revitalisation of Elizabeth Quay, reinforcing its role as a public, cultural, and commercial hub. Achieve environmental benchmarks such as 5-Star Green Star and 5.5-Star NABERS Energy ratings. Support long-term occupation with robust engineering systems, integrated design, and high indoor environmental quality. Project Scope The scope is broad and multi-disciplinary, with clear deliverables across architecture, engineering, and sustainability. Key highlights include: Architectural Scope Full design and documentation of a 29-storey commercial tower. Integration of: Façade systems with shading and daylight control. Public and retail interfaces at the base. Link bridges and canopies connecting public areas. Interior public realm such as lobbies and atria. Structural & Façade Use of reinforced thermoset materials (ShapeShell RT) in external soffits, canopies, and public space cladding. Coordination with Multiplex (builder) and WGE / BGE / façade engineers for structural tolerances and movement systems.   Project Challenges Complex Geometry & Material Interfaces Double-curved and cantilevered canopy structures require precision fabrication and installation coordination. Integration of ShapeShell™ RT panels demanded custom CNC moulding, tight tolerances, and allowance for movement. Environmental Compliance Achieving acoustic separation between tenancies and mechanical systems under tight NC levels (noise criteria). Coordinating with multiple sustainability frameworks (Green Star, NABERS, Section J) simultaneously. Urban Interface Working within a congested civic site at Elizabeth Quay with high public visibility and limited staging zones. Public space integration without disrupting pedestrian movement during construction. Façade Coordination Façade systems required precise alignment across subcontractor packages. Movement joints, tolerances, and fixing systems had to be resolved without compromising appearance or weatherproofing. Project Outcome Architectural & Public Realm Quality Delivery of a visually striking tower with signature canopy and soffit structures fabricated by ShapeShift using ShapeShell™ RT. Strong integration between architecture and landscape, including seamless public transitions through the site. Technical Performance Advanced reinforced materials used in canopies to reduce structural loads and eliminate corrosion risk. Coordination with façade and structural engineers ensured robust wind, fire, and movement performance. Sustainability Designed to achieve: 5-Star Green Star Design & As Built 5.5-Star NABERS Energy rating High acoustic comfort, air quality, and daylighting benchmarks Project Delivery Prefabrication approach minimised on-site complexity and installation time. Coordination through BIM, 3D models, and 5-axis CNC production helped control tolerance and cost. Discover More About Our Cladding Solutions One The Esplanade stands as a testament to thoughtful urban planning and design, delivering a workspace that meets contemporary needs while honouring the past. Its successful realisation underscores the potential of collaborative efforts in shaping sustainable and inclusive urban environments.   Contact Us Discuss Your Needs

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Sydney Football Stadium

Sydney Football Stadium

Sydney Football Stadium Sydney, NSW   Project Details Location: Moore Park, Sydney, New South Wales Scope: Roof Nosing Edge Completion Year: 2022 Architect: Cox Architecture Builder/Contractor: John Holland Group Façade Engineer: Aurecon ShapeShift Product: ShapeShell™-RT Develop Premier Sportainment Venue The original Sydney Football Stadium, opened in 1988, had become outdated, with aging infrastructure and inadequate facilities. In November 2017, the New South Wales Government announced plans to demolish and rebuild the stadium to meet modern standards, enhance spectator experience, and maintain Sydney’s status as a premier destination for sporting and entertainment events . The redevelopment aimed to create a world-class, 42,500-seat venue with improved accessibility, safety, and amenities. Project Challenges Structural Complexity: Designing and constructing a large-span, synclastic diagrid shell roof posed significant engineering challenges, requiring precise coordination between architects, engineers, and contractors. Construction Timeline: The project had to be completed within a tight schedule to be ready for major events, including the 2022 NRL Grand Final. Material Integration: Incorporating various materials such as PTFE and ETFE membranes, along with GRP bullnose fascia panels, demanded meticulous planning to ensure seamless integration and performance. Solutions To address these challenges, the project team employed advanced digital modeling and parametric design techniques, facilitating efficient planning and execution of the complex roof structure . The use of GRP bullnose fascia panels with integrated gutter systems provided a lightweight, durable, and aesthetically pleasing solution for the roof’s edge, effectively managing rainwater runoff and enhancing the stadium’s sleek appearance. Collaborative efforts among Cox Architecture, Aurecon, and John Holland ensured that the project met its structural, functional, and aesthetic goals within the stipulated timeframe. Shapeshift Contributions Design, engineering, manufacture, supply and installation of roof nosing edge elements around the stadium perimeter using ShapeShell-RT, a fibre-reinforced thermoset material developed by ShapeShift Technologies Technical Highlights Material: ShapeShell-RT Lightweight & high strength Handles complex geometries (double curves, organic shapes) Non-corrosive, impact-resistant, chemically inert 50-year warranty on structure, 25-year warranty on colour retention Recyclable and lower embodied energy than traditional materials Design & Construction Considerations Nosing edge follows the entire stadium perimeter. Monocoque structure divided into manageable 7m panels Attached to steel tension ring with cleats using Orbi-plates Designed for ease of onsite installation, including allowance for some elevated installation (30% of panels at height) Integrated ferrules for strip lighting attachment (778 fixing points)   Structural Design The roof encompasses approximately 26,000 square metres and is characterised by a diagrid steel framework supported by four corner “super columns” or derrick structures. These columns uphold large-span inner arched trusses measuring about 140 metres and 90 metres in length. An encircling outer tension ring, approximately 680 metres in circumference, connects the trusses, forming a stable and efficient structural system. Cladding Materials The roof’s cladding comprises 48 PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) fabric panels, each up to 14.5 metres wide and over 40 metres long, providing durability and weather resistance. Additionally, 96 ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) transparent panels cover the inner ring, allowing natural light to reach the playing surface, promoting turf growth while offering protection to spectators. Acoustic and Environmental Considerations The roof’s design includes a “cloud-like” steel structure that reflects noise back into the stadium, enhancing the auditory experience for spectators and minimising sound dispersion into the surrounding community. The stadium has achieved a LEED Gold certification, incorporating sustainable features such as solar panels and water harvesting systems integrated into the roof structure. Construction and Engineering Collaboration The project was a collaborative effort involving Cox Architecture, engineering firms Aurecon and Schlaich Bergermann Partner, and construction company John Holland. The use of digital modelling and parametric design facilitated efficient planning and execution, ensuring the roof’s complex geometry was accurately realised. Discover More About Our Cladding Solutions This proposal establishes ShapeShift’s capability to deliver a complex, high-performance façade element—the stadium’s perimeter roof nosing—through a highly integrated design-to-installation process. ShapeShell-RT offers aesthetic, structural, and environmental advantages, with logistics and installation strategies that minimise risk and support program efficiency.   Contact Us Discuss Your Needs

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UNSW Health Translation Hub

UNSW Health Translation Hub Randwick, NSW Project Details Location: High Street & Botany Street, Randwick, NSW Scope: Comprehensive façade development, integrating innovative safety and design features. Completion Year: 2024 Architect: Architectus Builder/Contractor: Hansen Yuncken  Façade Consultant: Acor Consultants Pty Ltd ShapeShift Product: ShapeShell™-RC advanced Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete (GRC) façade panels Delivering High-Performance Architectural Façades for UNSW’s Landmark Health Innovation Hub The UNSW Health Translation Hub (HTH) aims to deliver a state-of-the-art facility that unites health education, clinical training, and medical research in a single location, directly connecting with acute healthcare services at the Randwick Health and Innovation Precinct. The project’s vision is to improve health outcomes by co-locating researchers, clinicians, students, and industry partners to enable collaboration across disciplines and deliver real-world patient benefits. Project Mission The mission of the UNSW Health Translation Hub (HTH) is to establish a world-class facility that brings together researchers, educators, clinicians, and industry partners to accelerate the translation of medical research into real-world health outcomes. Designed as an integrated space for health education, clinical training, and translational research, the HTH aims to strengthen partnerships between the university and the Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct. Beyond its internal functions, the project aspires to deliver a highly accessible public precinct, featuring landscaped plazas and pedestrian connections that foster community engagement. By achieving architectural, environmental, and operational excellence, the UNSW HTH will serve as a catalyst for future-focused health innovation, benefiting the broader NSW community. Project Vision and Architectural Significance Delivering the UNSW Health Translation Hub required addressing a combination of technical, architectural, and logistical challenges. One of the primary challenges was meeting the demanding aesthetic and performance expectations for the external façade, particularly the complex GRC solar hoods and spandrel panels with sculptural fluting. Maintaining batch-to-batch colour consistency across more than 7,200 m² of façade panels proved critical to achieving a seamless visual outcome. In addition, the façade system needed to integrate multiple performance requirements, including thermal efficiency, acoustic control, durability, and fire compliance, while accommodating movement joints, structural tolerances, and maintenance access. Working within the congested healthcare precinct, with strict working hours and pedestrian safety constraints, further added to the complexity of fabrication, delivery, and installation. These factors required collaborative engineering, material innovation, and precise execution to meet the project’s high standards. Advanced Application The application of the product and work is described as follows: Primary System:ShapeShell™-RC (Glass Reinforced Concrete – GRC) Façade Cladding Architectural Elements Covered: Fluted Panels – featuring either off-form or light acid wash finishes. Flat Panels – also offered in different finish options for cost and aesthetic alignment. High-Performance Façade Elements – durable, impact-resistant, and environmentally safer with an option for silica-free Green GRC. Functional Use: External Façade Cladding of UNSW Health Translation Hub. Provides architectural texture and depth through fluted geometry. Delivers a durable and sustainable skin for the building envelope. Allows visual consistency through sample batch testing. Supports installation efficiency with engineered attachment systems. Finish Options Provided for Consideration: Off-Form Finish:Smooth, moulded surface resembling precast concrete. Light Acid Wash Finish:Textured surface with reduced reflectivity and visible depth. Project Purpose Alignment:The façade serves to visually anchor UNSW’s health precinct while enhancing environmental performance, including durability against Sydney’s weather conditions and supporting lifecycle efficiency. Our Role and Contribution ShapeShift Technologies played a key role in realising the architectural vision of the UNSW Health Translation Hub by supplying advanced ShapeShell™-RC Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC) façade systems. Working closely with the façade consultant and builder, ShapeShift provided design input, prototyping, and batch sample testing to help resolve critical challenges such as surface finish selection and colour consistency for the project’s signature fluted solar hoods and spandrel panels. ShapeShift’s vertically integrated design-to-manufacturing process, supported by large-scale CNC tooling and rigorous quality assurance, ensured the production of lightweight, high-strength panels that met the project’s durability, fire safety, and environmental requirements. With engineered fixing and installation systems designed for on-site tolerance adjustment, ShapeShift also contributed to reducing installation risk and improving on-site efficiency. Through this partnership, ShapeShift helped deliver a façade solution that combines architectural impact with long-term performance. Outcome & Legacy The successful delivery of the UNSW Health Translation Hub marks a significant advancement in the integration of health, education, and research infrastructure in New South Wales. The building stands as a landmark within the Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct, distinguished by its architecturally expressive façade, where ShapeShift’s GRC solar hoods and spandrel panels play a defining role in achieving both aesthetic and environmental performance. The outcome reflects a collaborative effort that balanced design excellence, sustainability, and practical constructability, setting a new benchmark for future health precinct developments. Beyond its physical presence, the HTH will serve as a catalyst for medical innovation, fostering partnerships between academia, healthcare providers, and industry. Its legacy lies in enhancing patient outcomes, accelerating translational research, and creating a publicly accessible urban precinct that connects people, knowledge, and community for generations to come. Discover More About Our Cladding Solutions ShapeShift provides innovative, sustainable, and high-quality cladding solutions for modern architectural projects. If you’re ready to bring your vision to life with ShapeShell’s advanced GRC materials, contact us today! Contact Us Discuss Your Needs

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Brisbane Girls Grammar School

Home Brisbane Girls Grammar School Brisbane, QLD Architect: m3architecture Builder: Lendlease Product: ShapeShell™-RC Surface Area: Over 100 double curvature panels Application: Central Void & Soffit Panels Responsibility: Design, Engineer & Manufacture of Feature Elements –

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Marvel Stadium Melbourne

Marvel Stadium Melbourne Melbourne, VIC Project Details Location: 740 Bourke Street, Docklands, Melbourne, Victoria 3008 Scope: Comprehensive façade redevelopment, integrating innovative safety and design features. Completion Year: 2024 Architect: Grimshaw Architects in collaboration with Smartform Architecture Builder/Contractor: John Holland  Façade Engineer: Aurecon  ShapeShift Product: ShapeShell™-RC advanced Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete (GRC) façade panels Transforming sportainment spaces with ShapeShell™ RC Marvel Stadium is a dynamic multi-purpose venue in Melbourne’s Docklands precinct, revitalised with ShapeShell™-RC façade panels. These innovative, high-performance GRC panels by ShapeShift Technologies enabled a bold architectural vision, featuring seamless curves, exceptional safety, superior durability, and significantly reduced environmental impact—enhancing the stadium’s iconic presence and ensuring lasting resilience.  The ShapeShell™ – RC Integration at Marvel Stadium Marvel Stadium, a landmark sports and entertainment venue located in Melbourne’s Docklands precinct, underwent a transformative redevelopment designed by Grimshaw Architects in collaboration with Smartform Architecture. The project aimed to revitalise the stadium’s identity, enhance its connectivity with Melbourne’s vibrant urban landscape, and significantly upgrade its safety and performance standards.  Project Vision and Architectural Significance The vision was ambitious: seamlessly integrating bold, contemporary architecture into an existing iconic structure. The new design demanded innovative solutions to realise sweeping curves, sleek façade lines, and stringent safety and performance standards required for large public venues.  Advanced Performance & Safety ShapeShell™-RC panels are certified non-combustible (AS 1530.1) and were independently tested to demonstrate exceptional blast resistance, effectively absorbing and dissipating high-impact energy. This critical safety advantage greatly enhanced public safety standards at Marvel Stadium, meeting and exceeding stringent compliance requirements. Structural Efficiency & Visual Impact With approximately half the weight of traditional precast concrete and significantly increased stiffness compared to standard GRC panels, ShapeShell™-RC substantially reduced structural reinforcement requirements. This structural efficiency allowed Grimshaw and Smartform to incorporate dynamic, complex façade geometries, delivering a visually striking, modern architectural with minimal structural impact.  Long-Term Durability & Sustainability The panels feature a protective hydrophobic coating, significantly improving durability by resisting weathering, abrasion, and corrosion. Precision manufacturing through digital fabrication further ensured seamless, high-quality finishes with minimal joints and crisp architectural detailing. Environmentally, the ShapeShell™-RC panels substantially lowered the project’s carbon footprint compared to traditional construction materials, contributing positively to sustainable urban development practices.  Outcome & Legacy The integration of ShapeShell™-RC panels transformed Marvel Stadium into a contemporary urban landmark, significantly improving its aesthetic appeal, visitor experience, and safety standards. The innovative use of ShapeShell™-RC established a new benchmark for architectural excellence, sustainable design, and safety in public venue construction. This project reinforces ShapeShift Technologies’ position as a leader in providing advanced composite façade solutions that meet complex design visions and rigorous performance demands.  Discover More About Our Cladding Solutions ShapeShift provides innovative, sustainable, and high-quality cladding solutions for modern architectural projects. If you’re ready to bring your vision to life with ShapeShell’s advanced GRC materials, contact us today! Contact Us Discuss Your Needs

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