Frequently Asked Questions: Aesthetics

What is the "look" of FutureWall?

FutureWall does not set out to create a particular design look. Instead, we see FutureWall as a framing platform that allows designers to create their own look by using horizontal and vertical articulation, specific panel finishes and custom trim profiles.

What panel configuration can I design?

Panels can be horizontally or vertically articulated to a 150mm grid.

What materials can I use with FutureWall?

The FutureWall frame can receive a range of panel materials with slight modifications to the panel clip attachment. The most common panel material is MDF, which can be veneered, laminated, coated or upholstered. Other panel materials can range from metal, composites, timber to stone veneer.

What trims are possible?

Although FutureWall is delivered with a standard aluminium trim kit, trims can be easily customized to a specific profile in aluminium, solid timber or MDF. Accordingly custom cornices, skirtings and door frames can be created.

What finishes are available for the aluminium?

Aluminium sections can be anodized or powder coated to specification or design preference.

What FutureWall joints are there?

There are three methods for panel jointing, butt joint, shadow joint, or soft joint (to allow for attachment of furniture to the stud). Decorative mouldings can also be inserted into shadow joints to create a particular appearance.

What materials can be used for furniture?

Traditional MDF, customwood, timber, metal materials can be used to create furniture or fixtures provided that they can accommodate the standard cam connector or an alternative connector can be developed.

Can one side of the wall be different from the other?

Each side of the a FutureWall partition is completely independent of the other, so completely different finishes can be accommodated to reflect the utility of the space on each side of the wall.

Can customized wall panels be specified?

FutureWall allows for any type of wall panel customization provided the same panel attachment system can be with utilized.

What is the wall thickness of FutureWall and can it be altered?

The thickness of FutureWall is dependent on the depth of the stud web and this can be altered to specific local requirements. Wall thickness of 75-150mm is possible.

Can curved walls be accommodated?

Curved walls can be created by manufacturing curved panels and adjusting stud layout to suit the curvature.