Précision et performance : la salle d'exposition de Lamborghini Montréal avec DITRA
Le projet :
Lamborghini Montréal
Pose de carrelage :
Ceramique RK, Kevin Rousseau
Date & Lieu :
2022 Montréal, QC
À propos
Pour les passionnés de la marque, la concession Lamborghini de John Scotti à Montréal, au Québec, est un véritable sanctuaire. Son engagement à l’égard de la qualité et de l’authenticité séduira les amateurs de technologie et de voitures de course qui peuvent venir admirer des véhicules faits à la main avec des cuirs fins, de la soie pure et de la fibre de carbone ultralégère.
Objectif
La salle d’exposition présente une marchandise de luxe ; ainsi, l’aspect et la durabilité de cet espace sont primordiaux. Les locaux appartenaient déjà à un concessionnaire automobile à l’époque où John Scotti a pris possession des lieux. Cependant, l’espace était trop petit pour répondre à ses besoins, et il a fallu l’agrandir pour qu’il soit adapté à la croissance des activités.
Challenge
The challenge from a construction perspective was to connect the existing slab with their new slab, while creating slopes for easy access from outside into the showroom and accommodating the transition to the service area. Problem was that all the floors were at different heights. After removing existing tile, grinding down parts of the floor, and using dry-pack and self-levelers to correct the final touches of the surface, they incorporated the Schluter®-DITRA uncoupling membrane.
Solution
DITRA facilitated three important goals they wanted to achieve.
1. High-end look: DITRA provided the foundation for large-format tiles that contributed to the high aesthetic of the space.
2. Durability: they needed an uncoupling membrane that would ensure the tile floor was going to last without the risk of cracked tiles and grout, as they knew that making any future repairs with their cargo in place would be difficult and cause major disruptions to their daily business.
3. High Load Bearing: DITRA provided the additional benefit of a high load bearing capacity.
The other component in this installation was movement joints, which allowed for a clean floor tile installation throughout the space. Without movement joints, tiles may have been subject to cracking at critical transition points.
Result
The end goal of this project was to create a larger, high-end space with aesthetic appeal that would match the distinction of their brand. Today, the look of their showroom is simply exquisite, and with the care of the installation and quality products, is sure to last.
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