Teesside Retail Park Paying Homage to Local Area

Straight from the initial planning stages, this venture challenged us to use materials which were aesthetically in keeping with the local landscape whilst remaining functional and robust enough for outdoor use. Our supply chain provides us with a vast array of material options and in this case we used a Corten look decoral coating to achieve a weathered steel appearance, without the disadvantages of using actual Corten which can discolour and flake.  This material choice not only alluded to the old steel industry of Teesside and the surrounding areas, but also created a modern and vibrant space.  

The digital signage involved complex design, integrating IP rated screens, control equipment and suitable ventilation. The screens had to be capable of delivering high contrast content as well as excellent image quality. An ambient light sensor was used to continually sample light levels and screen brightness is automatically adjusted to ensure comfortable viewing at all times. Vandal–proof glass optically bonded directly to the LCD alleviates back-of-glass reflection whilst also giving the displays excellent protection against physical damage. With built-in diagnostics, thermal management and remote control, our solutions provide standalone operation of the displays with no additional monitoring or ancillary cooling systems required.  The double– sided totems contained two back–to–back 32-inch PCAP touch screens, a commercial player to power the screen, and is specifically designed in accordance with British Land guidelines.