FACADES · BARCELONA
Before intervening, understand what is happening.
Describe the sign, its location on the facade and any relevant background information.
Review my facadeConcept illustration.
01 · READING
Read the facade at two scales.
The whole elevation explains the context. The detail helps locate the visible sign.
The whole facade
Orientation, exposure and continuity of the envelope.
The local area
Balconies, parapets, junctions and recurring points.
The detail
Cracks, moisture, detachments or previous repairs.
02 · SCOPE
Turn a visible sign into a clear scope.
The enquiry organises available information before defining which checks may be needed.
- 01
Locate the sign
Position, extent and available background information.
- 02
Understand the context
Facade system, access and building constraints.
- 03
Define the scope
Clarify which check or service the case requires.
TECHNICAL READING · CONCEPT ILLUSTRATION03 · BEFORE MOVING FORWARD
Before requesting a proposal.
Can you assess the facade from photographs alone?
Images help orient the enquiry. Defining the scope may require a visit or another check.
What if repairs have already been carried out?
Tell us what was done, when it was done and whether the sign has returned. This helps frame the context.
Can I enquire using an ITE report?
Yes. Share the report and identify the facade area or question that needs clarification.
Tell us what you see on the facade.
Include the location, area and what you need to clarify.