Steel Buildings in Europe

Part 2: Concept Design 2 - 8 Different forms of cladding may be used together for visual effect in the same façade. Examples are illustrated in Figure 1.7, Figure 1.8 and Figure 1.9. Brickwork is often used as a “dado” wall below the level of the windows for impact resistance, as shown in Figure 1.8. Figure 1.7 Horizontal spanning sheeting Figure 1.8 Large windows and use of composite panels with “dado” brick wall