Water curtain wall, also known as water wall, water feature wall, is a common artificial landscape, widely used in indoor and outdoor decoration design. The following is a detailed introduction to the water curtain wall:
Definition and nature
Definition: Water curtain wall is a man-made landscape in an indoor or scenic area designed to simulate a natural waterfall. It is a “waterfall” cleverly designed according to the principle of natural decomposition of water molecules by air.
Nature: Water curtain wall is a special decorative cultural landscape, can help designers to design a different, unique space, giving people to enjoy the waterfall, water mist feeling.
Second, principle and effect
How it Works:
According to the principle of physics and mechanics, the water flow speed is slowed down to achieve the effect of eliminating water noise.
According to the principle of water tension, the water is stretched horizontally, so that the water can achieve a more perfect effect.
Cleverly matched with lighting, so that the water curtain wall can be appreciated as a fine art, giving people a pleasant coastal atmosphere.
Effect: The water curtain wall is not only ornamental and decorative, but also can create a return to nature atmosphere, bring spiritual enjoyment, and improve the quality of the house and the comfort of living.
Third, classification and production
Categories:
Glass water curtain wall: the main material is glass, divided into flat glass water curtain wall and hot melt glass water curtain wall, through the pump and water splashing device to form water circulation.
Hanging line water curtain wall: adopt beam flow design, like water curtain, beautify the environment and improve air quality.
Artistic water curtain wall: The use of plants, stone, metal and other different materials to create a novel and unique flowing landscape effect.
Production: The production of water curtain wall requires careful design and construction, including the selection of appropriate materials, determine the design scheme, installation of steel frame and water pump, installation of water outlet and water curtain nozzle and other steps.
Iv. Application scenarios
Public space: such as squares, parks, shopping centers, etc., water curtain walls can be used as decorative elements to add space beauty.
Residential areas: In balconies, terraces, courtyards and other places, water curtain walls can be used as novel fencing and protective measures to provide a safe and comfortable living environment.
Commercial space: such as bars, cafes, restaurants, etc., the water curtain wall can be used as a novel way of publicity and display to attract customers’ attention.
To sum up, as a new landscape design element, water curtain wall plays an important role in modern architecture and landscape design. With the development of science and technology and the change of people’s aesthetic concepts, the design and application of water curtain wall will continue to innovate and improve.
