This commercial project in Perth specified the open cell metal ceiling not just for its unique look, but also to meet fire and mechanical standards. This metal ceiling system is ideal for Class A office buildings and environments with high traffic flow where rapid and safe smoke extraction is critical. SAS 800 Trucell blends in with the Tee Grid to give an unbroken, monolithic appearance.
Project details
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Services
Metal Ceilings
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Industry
Architects & Designers

Project Overview
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Year
2021
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Client
Clough
Rezen Design (design)
Profix Projects (installer) -
Location
Perth CBD

The Challenges
This high end office fit-out in Perth’s CBD had some unique challenges. The brief required a custom made metal ceiling in corporate colours, that was a centerpiece of an employee wellness area. The ceiling design was to incorporate services, as well as being a stunning feature.
Open cell metal ceiling in corporate colours
The Solutions
SAS 800 Open Cell Ceiling Panels manufactured by SAS International were supplied in an 150mm x 150mm cell size in the corporate colours of the end client. .
Open cell ceilings sometimes referred to as “egg crate ceilings” have gained in popularity in the last few years. This short turnaround fit-out project in Perth’s CBD chose to trust Progressive Materials design input to achieve an outcome that created a wow factor for employees of the client. The unique ceiling type is not just a stunning ceiling it also meet’s fire and mechanical standards.
The SAS 800 System was chosen as a feature for the new fit-out for a number of performance reasons including:
- Design Intent: Striking ceiling that creates a lasting visual impact
- Service Integration: Creating different levels to the ceiling by making use of surface mounted and pendant lights
- Essential Services: Sprinkler systems already installed in the building were able to be left in place, due to the open cell ceiling panels meeting the required % of open area required under the NCC.
- Ventilation: Due to the open cell feature of the SAS 800 ceiling, the buildings existing ventilation system was able to be used