Multi-family Residential: Sustainable Solutions from Swisspearl

The Barbara Faron Residence stands out as an example of sustainable residential architecture serving community housing needs in Far Rockaway, New York. This project, designed by Urban Architectural Initiatives, embodies a blend of sustainability and social purpose, highlighted by the strategic use of Swisspearl high-density fiber cement cladding—a standout feature that contributes significantly to the building’s environmental goals and notable design aesthetics.

A Build Rooted in Community and Sustainability
The Barbara Faron Residence is a project developed to address the demand for multi-family residential design and community housing. Aiming to aid vulnerable populations, the building offers a living space tailored to foster community well-being and positive interactions. The partnership between nonprofits and architectural firms highlights a commitment to sustainable urban development that positively impacts the Queens built landscape.

Innovative Build and Material Selection: Spotlight on Swisspearl
One of the defining characteristics of the Barbara Faron Residence is its exterior facade, clad in Swisspearl fiber cement panels. Swisspearl offers a vibrant and contemporary exterior and furthers the building’s sustainability profile in many ways:

• Durability and Longevity: Swisspearl panels are known for their exceptional durability with minimal maintenance. This longevity reduces the need for frequent replacements, lowering material consumption and waste generation.
• Climate Resilience: The panels provide weather resistance, proving helpful for Far Rockaway’s coastal environment prone to harsh weather conditions.
• Sustainable Manufacturing: Swisspearl cladding is produced using environmentally responsible processes that minimize emissions and energy consumption. The panels use natural raw materials and water-based paints.
• Environmental Benefits: The fiber cement panels promote energy efficiency through reflective surfaces and insulation properties.

Long-Lasting Supportive Housing
The residential supportive housing aspect, championed by organizations such as RiseWELL provides safe and comfortable living units for individuals transitioning to independent living, supporting health and wellness within the community frame work aided by sustainable and long-lasting design choices.

Partnering for Sustainable Cladding Solutions
The Barbara Faron Residence stands as an example of how Swispearl's sustainable cladding solutions can contribute to functional and resilient architecture. For architects, builders, and developers seeking reliable and eco-friendly exterior materials, Cladding Corp offers rainscreen solutions incorporating Swisspearl fiber cement panels and high-performance subframing support systems for high-density, architectural-grade, fiber cement. 

For more information about Swisspearl's Fiber Cement Panels, contact Cladding Corp and read more about the Barbara Faron project through the project highlight by the design team at Urban Architectural Initiatives.

Photos courtesy of Urban Architectural Initiatives