Attach 01 Annex 31d. KMC Arch Compatibility Guide.pdf

A C S A r c h i t e c t u r a l C o m p a t i b i l i t y S t a n d a r d R A M S T E I N A I R B A S E

Edition 2008

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

435TH AIR BASE WING (USAFE)

MEMORANDUM FOR 435 ABW

FROM: 435 ABW/CC

SUBJECT: KMC Architectural Compatibility Standards

1. As the 435th Air Base Wing Commander, I am proud to present the Architectural Compatibility Standards (ACS) to the men and women of the Kaiserslautern Military Community. Ramstein AB and the units within the community play a vital role in the Global War on Terrorism from world-class airlift support to providing combat-ready forces for world-wide deployment. These standards are key to our vision…Expeditionary Airmen transforming European Command’s premier airlift hub to the “Gateway to Peace” for the 21st Century.

2. We have an obligation to use Air Force resources as efficiently as possible. Accordingly, when making decisions regarding the development of the KMC, we need to have the right information available. The ACS provides the information and guidance necessary to make sound decisions in facility and community design and construction.

3. The Architectural Compatibility Standards provide our civil engineers, designers and contractors the guidance to achieve a well-planned and high-quality visual environment that exceeds Air Force and German standards. They also provide consistency in construction and design across all aspects of the built environment and also create a common level of understanding on how to design future projects for the Kaiserslautern Military Community.

4. It is a three-step process to fully utilize the ACS. First, all commanders and functional managers on Ramstein AB and the associate Air Force units of the KMC should comply with the ACS.

Second, all future programs should be reviewed for compliance with these standards. Finally, the standards should be reviewed regularly and updated as needed to keep the document relevant and accurate.

3. The 435th must continue to design intelligently so we can provide the best communities and facilities for our people. I endorse these standards and believe that through them we can enhance our mission capability and provide the highest possible quality of life.

EARL D. MATTHEWS

Colonel, USAF Commander

Table of Contents

Architectural Compatibility Standard for Ramstein Air Base 3

SECTION I INTRODUCTION

Part 1.00 Overview 05 - 06

1.1 Use, Scope and Purpose 06

Part 2.00 Background Information 07 - 14

2.1 District Overview 08

2.2 Type of Building 09

2.3 District Scheme 10-14

SECTION II DESIGN STANDARDS

Part 1.00 Building Exterior Standard 15 - 40

1.0 List of Contents 16

1.1 Roof 17 - 19

1.2 Roof Drainage 21 - 22

1.3 Façade 23 - 26

1.4 Façade Elements 27 - 28

1.5 Balconies/Railings, Emergency Stairs 29 - 30

1.6 Windows/Doors 31 - 33

1.7 Entry Components 35 - 36

1.8 Others 37 - 39

Part 2.00 Building Interior Standard 41 - 66

2.0 List of Contents 42

2.1 Application Matrices 43 - 48

2.2 Floor Finishes 49 - 52

2.3 Wall Finishes 53 - 54

2.4 Ceiling Finishes 55 - 56

2.5 Windows 57

2.6 Doors 58

2.7 Stairs 59 - 60

2.8 Stair Railings 61

2.9 Lighting 62 - 63

2.10 Signage 64 - 65

Part 3.00 Streetscape Standard 67 - 107

3.0 List of Contents 68

3.1 Paving and Stairs 69 - 76

3.2 Furnishings 77 - 84

3.3 Fences, Walls and Dumpster 85 - 91

3.4 ATFP 93 - 96

3.5 Signage 97 - 107

Part 4.00 Landscape Standard xxx

Part 5.00 Related Standards xxx

Section I Introduction Overview Part 1.00

Overview Ramstein Air Base Compatibility Standard Overview 1.1

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OVERVIEW

This Architectural Compatibility Standard (ACS) is a reference document and tool to provide a quality built environment at Ramstein Air Base. It provides the standards and recommendations for all building, landscape and streetscape installations within the base.

The ACS has been organized into two (2) Sections (I and II) as follows:

SECTION I INTRODUCTION

Section I overviews the expected use and explains how to use this document.

Section I also defines the five (5) districts on Ramstein Air Base and the different types of buildings within those districts.

SECTION II ARCHITECTURAL COMPATIBILITY

STANDARDS

Section II defines the standards for different building, streetscape and landscape elements within each district. Each building, streetscape and landscape section begins with an application matrix that defines the type, material, shape, color, etc. based upon the district and type of building. The sections also provide general information and technical details on each type of material and element within the matrix.

Design standards will differ based upon which district the proposed element will be located.

For example, a Flightline District administrative building might have different characteristics (color, material, roof shape, etc) than one located in the Community District. Additionally, design standards will also vary across the different types of buildings within that district.

For example, an administration building might have different characteristics (material, roof shape, etc) than an industrial building within the same district

HOW TO USE THIS STANDARD

The ACS user should first define which district the building, streetscape or landscape element will be located (Section I, 2.1).

The user should then determine the intended use of the facility (Section I, 2.2) and become familiar with the respective district themes (Section I, 2.3). Once the district and building type are defined, the user can then determine each building exterior (Section II, 1.0), building interior (Section II, 2.0), streetscape (Section II, 3.0), and landscape (Section II, 4.0) element for the facility.

STANDARDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

If an obligatory standard, such as Unified Facilities Codes, Air Force Instructions, building codes, manuals, etc, is noted within this document then the standard shall be considered mandatory. In the case where obligatory standards are not defined or listed as a recommendation, then the ACS user will have several choices based upon the base common practices.

SCOPE

All proposed designs must receive approval from the BCE or his appointed designee prior to execution. No deviations to the standards in this ACS will be allowed without written approval from the BCE.

The NATO are not part of the ACS, the buildings are subjected to special requirements.

PURPOSE

This standard represents the architectural standards to be used by the Base Civil Engineer’s (BCE) staff and its agents to systematically upgrade the physical features on base. The application of these standards will eventually result in a fully functional architecturally compatible environment. These standards apply to all exterior and interior features that contribute to the visual environment of RAB.

These standards have been developed to provide designers with a check list of architectural components necessary to achieve compatibility with architectural styles on RAB.

- The standard defines the basic theme and appropriate styles in the KMC

- It covers typical building elements, colors, materials and furnishings that are mandatory for use to achieve the best architectural interior and exterior environments.

- It provides different specific standards to direct the appearance of all installations:

“Building Exterior Standard”, “Building Interior Standard”, “Streetscape Standard”, “Landscaping Standard” and “Related Standards”

The Architectural Compatibility Standard based on the Area Development Plans that has been super ceded by the General Plan.

The Standards may vary from geographically separated areas of the base know as visual districts: (ADP1 – ADP6)

Section I Introduction Background Information Part 2.00

Background Information District Overview 2.1

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GENERAL INFORMATION

The Ramstein Air Base General Plan and Area Development Plans (ADPs) divide the base into five ( 5 ) distant visual districts:

• COMMUNITY DISTRICT

• INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT

• FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT

• ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT

• WEST END FLIGHTLINE DISTRICT

Different design standards apply within the individual districts.

Type of Building 2.2

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Different architectural styles might appear within the individual districts based upon building type and usage.

The building interior work standard is divided into a standard quality level and a high quality level. Final determination of the level must be approved by BCE.

Administrative Buildings Most part of the building provided with offices.

Dormitory Buildings Dormitory for permanent accommodation of unaccompanied persons.

Family Housing Buildings Building suitable for permanent accommodation of families.

Lodging (Hotel) Buildings These buildings are used for temporary accommodation of persons.

Community Service Buildings As a rule, these buildings are public facilities and open to the public;

e.g. clubs, commissary, fitness center, chapel, school or dining hall.

Industrial Buildings Industrially used building such as maintenance facilities, material support facilities;

e.g. shops, hangars, sheds.

Utility Buildings e.g. transformer stations

Parking Garages

Other Buildings These secondary buildings should adapt to the surrounding area and must be approved by the BCE.

e.g. kiosk, gatehouse, guardhouse, equipment house , technical equipment, permanently installed equipment (satellite installation, tanks etc)

Prefabricated Buildings These buildings are temporary facilities consisting of prefabricated containers.

They are multi-functional buildings ( e.g. site facilities; office and material containers).

These facilities are not part of the ACS, they are subjected to special requirements which must be approved in individual cases.

Example: Hercules Theater No. 2101

Example: Dormitory No.2418

Example: Elementary School Class No. 904

Example: Parking Garage

District Scheme 2.3

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COMMUNITY DISTRICT

Main Facade

Material: Plaster Color: RAL 080 8010 Beige Material: Exposed masonry façade Color: Beige Red

Accent (Walls/Entry Components Etc)

Material: Sandstone Color: Red Material: Granite Color: Anthracite

Color: RAL 1002 Sand yellow

Doors/Windows/Frames Material: Aluminum, steel, PVC Color: RAL 8014 Sepia brown

RAL 7016 Anthracite

Roof

Material: Metal

Stairs/Railing Material: Steel Color: RAL 8014 Sepia brown RAL 7016 Anthracite

RAL 9006 White aluminum

Stainless steel Galvanized

Elements of Building 1 Facade 2 Accent: Wall, Pillar, Entry Components, etc.

3 Doors, Windows, Frames 4 Roof 5 Railings/Emergency Stairs

Example: Enlisted Club No. 2140

Example: KMCC No.

Example: Dormitory No. 2486

Example: Fitness Center No. 2117

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INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT

Material: Metal, plaster Color: RAL 080 8010 Beige

Color: Yellow

Material: Plaster

RAL 8014 Sepia brown

Material: Steel, aluminum

Color: RAL 8014 Sepia brown RAL 9006 White aluminum Galvanized

Elements of Building

1 Facade 2 Accent: Wall, Pillar, Entry Components, etc 3 Doors, Windows, Frames

Example: Warehouse No. 2246

Example: Operational Headquarter No. 2388

Example: DELTA Squadron OPS No. 2200

Example: ELVIS No. 2900

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WEST END FLIGHTLINE DISTRICT

Material: Metal, plaster

Color: RAL 9006 White aluminum RAL 9007 Gray aluminum

Material: Metal, Plaster

Color: RAL 9006 White aluminum

RAL 9007 Gray aluminum RAL 7022 Umbra gray RAL 7035 Light gray

Material: Steel, Aluminum

Color: RAL 9006 White aluminum

Color: RAL 9006 White aluminum

Color: Galvanized RAL 9006 White aluminum

RAL 9007 Gray aluminum

RAL 7022 Umbra gray

RAL 7035 Light gray Stainless steel

Elements of Building 1 Facade 2 Accent: Wall, Pillar, Entry Components, etc 3 Doors, Windows, Frames

Example: Air Freight Terminal No. 3334

Example: Passenger Terminal No. 3333

Example: Hangar V No. 3330

Example: Flight Kitchen No.3332

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FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT

Color: Red

Color: RAL 1002 Sand yellow

Material: Aluminum, PVC

Material: Concrete/clay tiles, metal

Color RAL 8014 Sepia Brown

RAL 9006 White aluminum

Stainless steel

2 Accent: Wall, Pillar, Entry Components, etc 3 Doors, Windows, Frames

Example: Town Houses in Vogelweh

Example: Town Houses in Vogelweh

Example: Stairwell Housing Unit

Example: General Housing

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ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT

Color: RAL 080 8010 Beige

Accent (Walls/Entry Components Etc) Material: Sandstone Color: Red

Doors/Windows/Frames Material: Aluminum

Color: RAL 8014 Sepia brown

RAL 9006 White aluminum

2 Accent: Wall, Entry Components, etc.

3 Doors, Windows, Frames

Example: Building No. 2251

Example: Parking Garage No.2255

Example: CRS No.2248

Example: Admin No.573

Section II Design Standards Building Exterior Standard Part 1.00

Building Exterior Standard List of Contents 1.0

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Part 1.00 Building Exterior Standard 15-40

1.1 Roof

1.1.1 Application Matrix 17

1.1.2 General Information 18

1.1.3 Tiled Roofs 18

1.1.4 Standing Seam; Metal Clad Roofs 19

1.1.5 Flat Roofs 19

1.1.6 Landscaped Roofs 19

1.2 Roof Drainage

1.2.1 Application Matrix 21

1.2.2 General Information 22

1.3 Façade

1.3.1 Application Matrix 23

1.3.2 General Information 24

1.3.3 Plaster Facades 24

1.3.4 Exposed Masonry Facades 25

1.3.5 Metal Facades 25

1.3.6 Panelled Facades 25

1.3.7 Natural Stone Facades 26

1.3.8 Façades Base and Grade Connections 26

1.4 Façade Elements

1.4.1 Application Matrix 27

1.4.2 General Information 28

1.4.3 Pillar/Column 28

1.4.4 Ceiling Soffits 28

1.5 Balconies/Railings and Emergency Stairs

1.5.1 Application Matrix 29

1.5.2 General Information 30

1.5.3 Balconies/Railings 30

1.5.4 Emergency Stairs 30

1.6 Windows/Doors

1.6.1 Application Matrix 31

1.6.2 General Information 32

1.6.3 Doors 32

1.6.4 Windows 32

1.6.5 Shutters and louvers 33

1.7 Entry Components

1.7.1 Application Matrices

1.7.2 General Information 35

1.7.3 Entry Components 36

1.8 Others

1.8.1 Application Matrix 37

1.8.2 General Information 38

1.8.3 Exterior Signage 38

1.8.4 Exterior Lighting 39

Roof 1.1

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1.1.1 Application Matrix

COMMUNITY

DISTRICTS

ROOF TYPES ROOF

PITCH MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings

Community Service Buildings

Utility Buildings

6° - 30° Standing seam; metal clad roofs RAL 8014 Sepia brown

Parking Garage 1.2°-6° Road course, gravel course, plants Gray, green and brown

INDUSTRIAL

DISTRICTS

ROOF TYPES ROOF

PITCH MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Industrial Buildings Utility Buildings

6° - 30° Standing seam; metal clad roofs RAL 8014 Sepia brown

Parking Garage 1.2°-6° Road course, gravel course, plants Grey, green and brown

FAMILY HOUSING

ROOF TYPES ROOF

PITCH MATERIAL COLOR

Dormitory Buildings

Family Housing Buildings

Utility Buildings

6° - 30° Concrete tile roofs, Lacquered clay tile roofs Standing seam; metal clad roofs

ADMINISTRATIVE

ROOF TYPES ROOF

PITCH MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings

Utility Buildings

6° - 30° Standing seam; metal clad roofs RAL 8014 Sepia brown

WEST END FLIGHT-

LINE DISTRICTS

ROOF TYPES ROOF

PITCH MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service

Industrial Buildings

6° - 30° Standing seam; metal clad roofs RAL 9006 With alu

*Roof Types see chapter 1.1.2 General Information

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1.1.2 General Information

Roof types The roof type effects the building enormously, especially in case of sloping roofs. The roof type is defined by many components:

• roof pitch

• roof type

• roof type combination

• roof superstructures

• roof projection

• cornice and verge construction

• structure of the roofing material

• surface of the roofing material

• color of the roofing material

If possible, mechanical equipment should be installed in the building and hidden underneath the roof covering. If mechanical equipment is installed on the roof, then visual screening should be provided.

Roof Overhang The roof overhang finish should be the same color as the roofing.

Gable roof

Shed roof

Hip roof

Low slope roof

Combination of various roof types

Arched roof

Example: Concrete Roofing Tile

Material: Concrete

Example: Clay Roofing Tile

1.1.3 Tiled Roofs

Concrete Tile Roof

→ mainly for the family housing districts.

The usage in other districts must be approved in individual cases by the BCE.

Technical Information Concrete roof tiles should generally be used for a roof pitch of 22° - 45°. They can also be used for flatter or/steeper roofs to provide additional protective measures.

However, German DIN and EnEV regulations require a sub-roof on low pitch tile roofs (less than 22°).

The tile finish should have a treatment to allow for better cleansing.

Snow guards and/or snow stop tiles should be installed in areas where snow can accumulate (eaves, valleys, etc).

Clay Tile Roof

→ mainly for the family housing districts.

The usage in other districts must be approved in individual cases by the BCE.

Clay roof tiles should generally be used for a roof pitch of 22° to 45°.

They can also be used for flatter/steeper roofs to provide additional protective measures. However, German DIN and EnEV regulations require a sub-roof on low pitch tile roofs (less than 22°).

Lacquered clay tiles can be used, wherever concrete tiles are allowed to be used, because they can be manufactured in various colors and are easier to maintain.

Snow guards and/or snow stop tiles should be installed in areas where snow can accumulate (eaves, valleys, etc).

Material: Clay

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Example: Metal Panels

1.1.4 Standing Seam Metal Clad Roofs

→ All districts to all building types

Standing seam metal-clad roofs are especially suitable for large roof areas and spans. Sectional aluminum panels should generally be used for roof pitches of 1,5° to 20° with the idealroof pitch at 15°.

Continuous metal elements shall be installed from the eaves to the ridge. However, large panel lengths might depend on which type of shipping methods are used to get the material on site.

Material: Aluminum, steel

RAL 9006 White aluminum

Utility Building KMCC Example: Hardstand for Mechanical Equipment

1.1.5 Low Slope Roofs

→ All districts: mainly for parking garages or hardstands for mechanical equipment.

Normally the upper floor should be designed without a roof. Because of susceptibility to icing only the ramps are canopied.

Depending upon their usage, parking garages roofs should be finished with a top road course (park deck), gravel course, landscaping or a combination of these. Since major roof loads occur, solid slab systems, such as hollow reinforced concrete slabs or sectional sheet steel – bonded systems, are recommended.

State of the art waterproofing membranes should be used.

Bituminous waterproofing should not be used.

Material: Road course, gravel course, plants Color: Gray, green, brown

Example: Landscaped Roof

1.1.6 Landscaped Roofs

→ All districts: mainly for new parking garages with rooftops → All districts: bermed buildings

Landscaped roofs have strong positive environmental benefits;

rainfall retention at 50% to 90% and delayed water run-off relieving the storm drainage system. However, one of the main negative aspects is that landscape roofs require stronger load-bearing slabs to support the additional weight of the landscaping.

Technical Information The sub construction of the roof should built up with a low slope.

Extensive landscaping should be used, since it requires little maintenance efforts once placed. Roof inlets, connections, enclosures, penetrations, etc should be kept free from landscaping and must be accessible at all times. A gravel strip around such items is recommended.

Material: Plants Color: Green, brown

Roof Drainage 1.2

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1.2.1 Application Matrix

DISTRICTS

MATERIAL TYPE

GUTTER / DOWNSPOT

GUTTER

COLOR

DOWNSPOT

COLOR

Administrative Buildings Aluminum Zinc

Aluminum Copper

Community Service

Utility Buildings

Parking Garage

RAL 8014Sepia brown

Galvanized

RAL 080 8010 Beige

MATERIAL TYPE

GUTTER / DOWNSPOT

GUTTER

COLOR

DOWNSPOT

COLOR

Administrative Buildings

Industrial Buildings Utility Buildings

Parking Garage

Galvanized

MATERIAL

TYPE

GUTTER /

DOWNSPOT

GUTTER

COLOR

DOWNSPOT

COLOR

Dormitory Buildings

Family Housing Buildings Utility Buildings

Parking Garage

Galvanized

MATERIAL TYPE

GUTTER / DOWNSPOT

GUTTER

COLOR

DOWNSPOT

COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings Utility Buildings

Parking Garage

Galvanized

MATERIAL TYPE

GUTTER / DOWNSPOT

GUTTER

COLOR

DOWNSPOT

COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings Industrial Buildings

Utility Buildings

Parking Garage

RAL 9006 White alu

Roof Drainage 1.2

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1 End filler 2 Semi-circular roof gutter 3 Gutter bracket 4 Gutter angle 5 Gutter outlet 6 Conduit bend 7 Bang clamp 8 Welded downspout 9 Rain collecting-plug-in termination

Example: Roof Gutter and Downspout

1.2.2 General Information

Roof drainage is mandatory for every roof type. All sloped roofs will be drained via exterior roof gutters at the eaves and all flat roofs via interior drains. There are many gutter manufacturers with various gutter systems in numerous forms and materials.

Semi-circular gutters with round downspouts should be used for

→ All districts to all buildings except for community service buildings where concealed gutters are recommended

Form Generally, semi-circular suspended gutters should be used throughout the base. Only community service buildings should receive concealed gutters and downspouts, preferably located in the exterior walls.

Shingled roofs covered should be provided with a verge gutter at the verge (gable).

Color Box gutters should be coated in the same RAL-tone as the roofing.

Raingutters and downspouts in the area of the façade should be painted in the same color tone as the facade and those in the area of the wall base and/or eaves should be painted in the color shade of the latter.

Concealed Roof Gutters If the eaves area is to be fully concealed for design considerations, gutters should be installed as shown on the adjacent drawing.

Interior Roof Gutters Interior gutters are only acceptable in exceptional cases (e.g. existing buildings). In these cases, gutters should be provided with gutter insulation and vapor barrier.

Overflow scuppers should be provided for all interior roof gutter systems to prevent backwash and roof damage due to clogged drains.

Protective Measures Roof gutters in areas with trees should be provided with leaf-stop cages to prevent soiling/clogging. Another option is to use box gutters.

Downspouts should be protected by a steel standpipe at their base.

Downspouts should never be drained on to the ground without providing landscape protection (splash blocks, filtering, etc.)

Clean out pieces shall be installed in the downspout, so that cleaning with high pressure washers and maintenance are easier and less cost intensive.

RAL 7016 Anthracite

RAL 9006 White aluminum

Facade 1.3

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1.3.1 Application Matrix

DISTRICTS

FAÇADE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE

COLOR

FAÇADE BASE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE BASE

COLOR

Administrative Buildings Plaster facade Red sandstone

Plaster Gray basalt, granite

RAL 8014 Sepia brown Granite Gray basalt

Dormitory Buildings Lodging (Hotel) Buildings

Plaster facade Plaster RAL 8014 Sepia brown

Community Service Buildings Parking Garage

Expo. masonry facade Red sandstone Plaster facade

Expo. masonry Gray basalt, granite

Plaster

RAL 8014 Sepia brown Granite Gray basalt

Utility Buildings Plaster facade

Plaster RAL 8014 Sepia brown

FAÇADE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE

COLOR

FAÇADE BASE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE BASE

COLOR

Administrative Buildings Industrial Buildings Parking Garage Utility Buildings

Plaster façade

Metal facade RAL 080 8010 Beige Plaster facade Metal façade

Concrete

FAÇADE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE

COLOR

FAÇADE BASE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE BASE

COLOR

Dormitory Buildings RAL 080 8010 Beige Plaster

Gray basalt RAL 8014 Sepia brown Gray basalt

Family Housing Buildings

Plaster facade

Yellow sandstone RAL 080 8010 Beige

Plaster

Granite

RAL 8014 Sepia brown Granite Gray basalt

Parking Garage

Plaster facade RAL 080 8010 Beige Plaster RAL 8014 Sepia brown

FAÇADE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE

COLOR

FAÇADE BASE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE BASE

COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings

Plaster facade Red sandstone

Plaster Gray basalt

Granite

RAL 8014 Sepia brown Granite Gray basalt

Parking Garage Utility Buildings

Plaster facade

Plaster RAL 8014 Sepia brown

FAÇADE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE

COLOR

FAÇADE BASE

MATERIAL

FAÇADE BASE

COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings Industrial Buildings Parking Garage Utility Buildings

Plaster facade Metal facade

RAL 9006 White alu RAL 9007 Gray alu

Plaster Metal

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1.3.2 General Information

Accents Accents are structural components (15%) with proportions clearly secondary to the main façade.

Buildings for children are allowed to use other accent colors like the standard and must be approved in individual cases by the BCE.

Additions Major building additions that add more than 30% to the façade must follow the ACS. Minor building additions should match the existing building façade even if it is not current standard.

Admin No. 573

Example: Plaster Facade

Color: Façade: RAL 080 8010 Beige

RAL 9006 White aluminum

RAL 9007 Gray aluminum

Base: RAL 8014 Sepia brown

1.3.3 Plaster Façades

Plaster facades could be used for the following functions and/or districts:

→ All district to all building types

Generally, two types of plaster are applied - lime plaster (Kalkputz) and cement plaster (Zementputz). These are categorized into insulation, heavy and light plasters. All exterior plasters must be weather-, frost- and temperature-resistant, color-retaining, well bonding, sufficiently hard, crack-free, efflorescence-free and self cleaning. Cement plasters are used for the base since they are resistant to capillary and splashing water.

Silicone resin plasters are recommended for thermal insulation exterior wall system (WDV-System).

Execution Rough cast/grain size 1,5–3,0 mm Application: Spray plaster/toweling

Published US and German regulations require that buildings be thermally insulated according to U-factors for energy conservation purposes. New buildings must be designed to comply with these regulations. Exterior building insulation should be applied to meet these building regulation requirements. If buildings are being renovated and/or altered, they are required to meet the same regulations. Basement walls should receive perimeter insulation only around conditioned room. An energy certificate shall be prepared for new construction measures.

Algaecides and fungicides shall be incorporated into the exterior plaster.

The plaster wall build up shall also meet the base, DIN 4108 and EnEV sound insulation requirements.

Example: Structure of Plaster Facade

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Elementary School No. 996 Example: Exposed Masonry Façade,

1.3.4 Exposed Masonry Facades

Exposed masonry facades are high-quality exterior wall finishes:

→ Community service buildings:

school and child care center buildings

This exterior wall construction consists of a double-shell with thermal insulation in between.

Minimum thickness of outer shell: 90mm Masonry piers in exterior shell: L ≥ 24cm

The exterior shell must be self-supporting over the entire length of the façade and must meet Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection standards.

Material: Exposed masonry façade Color: Beige Red

1.3.5 Metal Facades

Facades and walls finished with sectional aluminum panels should generally be used in

→ Industrial and flightline districts:

all building types

Only insulated facades should be constructed. Gable roofs should be used to blend with the surrounding buildings.

Example: Types of Metal Panels Example: Metal Façade

Material: Aluminum, steel Color: RAL 9002 Gray-white

Example: Paneled Facade

1.3.6 Paneled Facades

Large-sized façade sheeting of fiber-cement panels can be used for new facilities as well as for repairing of existing facades. These panels can be mounted on an aluminum or steel supporting sub frame or on masonry as shown in the details opposite.

A roof overhang of 60cm minimum is recommended for all paneled wall sheeting.

Exterior wall finishing should be installed at a minimum distance of min. 20mm in front of thermal insulation/wall surfaces.

Ventilation openings of 50cm² must be provided per linear meter wall length. Insect mesh must be provided at ventilation openings to prevent penetration into air spaces.

Only manufacturers and systems that are proven and experienced should be used.

Material: Fiber-cement Color: RAL 9002 Gray-white

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Enlisted Club Building No. 2140

Theater Building No. 2101 Example:

Facade: Sandstone, red

Facade: Sandstone, yellow

1.3.7 Natural stone Facades

Sandstone and granite facades are high-quality exterior wall finishes:

→ community district:

administrative and community service buildings

→ family housing district:

dormitory, family housing and parking garage buildings

→ administrative district:

administrative and community service buildings

Bonded thermal insulation system with plaster finish:

→ Community , family and administrative district to administration, dormitories, family housing, community service buildings and prefabricated buildings

Veneer facades:

→ Community and administrative district to community service buildings

Exposed masonry/double-shell:

→ Community districts to child care centers and schools

Color: Yellow Red

Material: Granite

Color:

Hangar V No. 3330

Building No. 2245

Facades Base: Concrete

Facades Base: Granite

1.3.8 Facades Base and Grade Connection

Good detailing of the wall base and connection at the grade will avoid permanent moisture problems. Careful attention to this detailing prevents maintenance problems.

The base detail depends upon the selected façade system.

Standard solutions for various systems are described below:

Bonded thermal insulation system with plaster finish:

→ Community , family and administrative district to administration, dormitories, family housing, community service buildings and prefabricated buildings

Veneer facades:

→ Community and administrative district to community service buildings

Exposed masonry/double-shell:

→ Community districts to child care centers and schools

Material: Plaster, concrete, metal, granite, gray basalt, Gray

RAL 9007 Gray aluminum

RAL 7022 Umbra gray

Granite

Façade Elements 1.4

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1.4.1 Application Matrix

PILLARS, COLUMNS CEILING SOFFITS COMMUNITY

DISTRICTS MATERIAL COLOR MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Plaster facade Red sandstone

Dormitory Buildings Lodging (Hotel) Buildings

Plaster facade

Community Service Buildings

Plaster Steel

Fiber-cement Wood

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 7035 Light gray RAL 9016 Traffic white Natural wood

Parking Garage

Expo. masonry Red sandstone Plaster facade

RAL 080 8010 Beige

N/A Utility Buildings N/A N/A

PILLARS, COLUMNS CEILING SOFFITS INDUSTRIAL

DISTRICTS MATERIAL COLOR MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings

Industrial Buildings

Plaster Steel

Fiber-cement Wood

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 7035 Light gray RAL 9016 Traffic white Natural wood

Parking Garage

Plaster façade

Metal facade RAL 080 8010 Beige

PILLARS, COLUMNS CEILING SOFFITS FAMILY HOUSING

Dormitory Buildings RAL 080 8010 Beige

Family Housing Buildings RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 1002 Sand yellow

Plaster Steel

Fiber-cement Wood

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 7035 Light gray RAL 9016 Traffic white Natural wood

Parking Garage

Plaster facade Yellow sandstone

PILLARS, COLUMNS CEILING SOFFITS ADMINISTRATIVE

Administrative Buildings

Community Service Buildings

Plaster Steel

Fiber-cement Wood

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 7035 Light gray RAL 9016 Traffic white Natural wood

Parking Garage

Plaster facade Red sandstone Plaster facade

PILLARS, COLUMNS CEILING SOFFITS WEST END FLIGHT-

LINE DISTRICTS MATERIAL COLOR MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings Industrial Buildings

Plaster Steel Wood

Fiber-cement

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 7035 Light gray RAL 9016 Traffic white

Parking Garage

Plaster facade Metal facade

RAL 9007 Gray alu RAL 7022 Umbra gray RAL 9006 White alu

Façade Elements 1.4

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1.4.2 General Information

Façade elements include pillars, columns and ceiling soffits.

Building No. 2245 Fitness Center No.2117 Example: Pillars, Columns

1.4.3 Pillars, Columns

The pillars and columns could be used as accents in the façade of a building.

Color and material could be the same as the façade or as accent different.

Pillars and columns are to be seen in connection with the facades described in item 1.3.

Material: Steel, plaster, sandstone(red, yellow), expo. masonry

RAL 8014 Sepia brown RAL 1002 Sand yellow

Fitness Center No. 2117 Example: Ceiling Soffits

1.4.4 Ceiling Soffits

Outdoor ceiling soffits are to be seen in connection with the façade design and as such should blend with overall design.

Material type depends on building fire codes and façade design.

However, ceiling soffits shall be coated with light color shades regardless of the selected material.

Material: Steel, plaster, natural wood, painted wood, fiber-cement panel Color: RAL 080 8010 Beige

RAL 7035 Light gray

RAL 9016 Traffic white

Natural wood

Balconies/Railings and Emergency Stairs 1.5

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1.5.1 Application Matrix

BALCONIES/ RAILING EMERGENCY STAIRS COMMUNITY

DISTRICTS MATERIAL COLOR MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Plaster

Red sandstone, granite Steel

Dormitory Buildings

Lodging (Hotel) Buildings Plaster Steel

Community Service Buildings

Expo. masonry Plaster

Red sandstone, Granite Steel

Parking Garage Plaster Steel

Galvanized Stainless steel RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014 Sepia brown RAL 7016 Anthracite

Plaster Steel

Galvanized Stainless steel RAL 080 8010 Beige

BALCONIES/ RAILING EMERGENCY STAIRS INDUSTRIAL

Administrative Buildings Plaster Steel

Industrial Buildings

Parking Garage Steel

Galvanized RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014 Sepia brown

Plaster Steel

Galvanized

BALCONIES/ RAILING EMERGENCY STAIRS FAMILY HOUSING

Dormitory Buildings

Family Housing Buildings

Parking Garage

Plaster Yellow sandstone

Steel

Galvanized Stainless steel RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014 Sepia brown RAL 1002 Sand yellow

Plaster Steel

Galvanized Stainless steel RAL 080 8010 Beige

RAL 1002 Sand yellow

BALCONIES/ RAILING EMERGENCY STAIRS ADMINISTRATIVE

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings

Parking Garage

Plaster Red sandstone

Steel

Galvanized Stainless steel RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014 Sepia brown RAL 1002 Sand yellow

Plaster Steel

Galvanized Stainless steel RAL 080 8010 Beige

RAL 1002 Sand yellow

BALCONIES/ RAILING EMERGENCY STAIRS WEST END FLIGHT-

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings Industrial Buildings

Parking Garage

Plaster Steel

RAL 9006 White alu RAL 9007 Gray alu RAL 7022 Umbra gray RAL 7035 Light gray Stainless steel Galvanized

Plaster Steel

Galvanized Stainless steel RAL 9006 White alu RAL 9007 Gray alu

Balconies/Railings and Emergency Stairs 1.5

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1.5.2 General Information

Balconies are only authorized for → family housing district to family housing buildings

However, fire escape balconies are present in → all districts to all building types

Balconies, fire escape balconies, outdoor corridors and emergency stairs can be different from the façade by painting or material.

Family Housing No.845 Dormitory No.2418

Example: Balconies/Outdoor Corridor

1.5.3 Balconies/Railings

Balconies Balconies for family units should be self-supporting reinforced structures on concrete foundations with galvanized vertical railing elements.

The standard for the base is illustrated by the adjacent photographs of Building 845.

Fire Escape Balconies Fire escape balconies must meet all NFPA construction and material requirements and standards.

Outdoor Corridors Outdoors corridors are used mainly for dormitories.

Railings The dimensions and the construction of the railing should be in accordance with NFPA requirement.

In public areas vertical or closed rails shall be used to prevent children from climbing the rails.

Material: Plaster, yellow sandstone, steel

RAL 8014 Sepia brown RAL 1002 Sand yellow

Admin No. 573 Building No. 540 (preferred) Example: Emergency Stairs

1.5.4 Emergency Stairs

Exit stairs must meet all NFPA construction and material requirements and standards.

Minimum width of stairs should be 1,12 m.

The stair should have a comfortable pitch ratio of 2 x riser height + 1 tread width = 63.

Stair finishes must be slip-retardant coated or surfaces.

Material: Concrete, plaster, steel

RAL 8014 Sepia brown

Windows/Doors 1.6

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1.6.1 Application Matrix

DISTRICTS

FRAME

MATERIAL

FRAME

COLOR

PANEEL/

MIRRORED GLASS

EXTERNAL

WINDOW SILL

(with anti-hum coat) Administrative Buildings Aluminum in frame color

Dormitory Buildings Aluminum Yellow sandstone;

Concrete or aluminum in frame color

Lodging (Hotel) Buildings Aluminum, PVC Yellow sandstone;

Aluminum in frame color

Community Service Buildings

Red sandstone;

Aluminum in frame color

Parking Garage Utility Buildings

Aluminum, steel

RAL 8014 Sepia brown

Frame- or façade color

Aluminum in frame color

FRAME

MATERIAL

FRAME

COLOR PANEEL

EXTERNAL

WINDOW SILL

(with anti-hum coat) Administrative Buildings Industrial Buildings Parking Garage Utility Buildings

Aluminum, steel RAL 8014 Sepia brown

FRAME

MATERIAL

FRAME

COLOR PANEEL

EXTERNAL

WINDOW SILL

(with anti-hum coat)

Dormitory Buildings Aluminum

Family Housing Buildings PVC/aluminum

Outside:

Inside:

RAL 9016 Traffic white

Parking Garage Utility Buildings

Aluminum RAL 8014 Sepia brown

Yellow sandstone;

Concrete or aluminum in frame color

FRAME

MATERIAL

FRAME

COLOR PANEEL

EXTERNAL

WINDOW SILL

(with anti-hum coat) Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings

Red sandstone Aluminum in frame color

Parking Garage

Utility Buildings

Aluminum RAL 8014 Sepia brown

FRAME

MATERIAL

FRAME

COLOR PANEEL EXTERNAL

WINDOW SILL

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings Industrial Buildings

Parking Garage

Utility Buildings

Aluminum, steel RAL 9006 White alu RAL 7022 Umbra gray

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1.6.2 General Information

Standard window/door elements should be thermally insulated plastic, stainless steel or aluminum.

The overall window and door assemblies must meet Anti-Terrorism Force Protection and NFPA requirements.

Window frame colors can differ between interior and exterior, however this is not a standard practice across RAB.

Example: Building No. 1001

Example: Doors, Steel

1.6.3 Doors

Standard door elements should be thermally insulated plastic, stainless steel or aluminum.

The door assemblies must be officially licensed/certified as fire-rated.

Door leaves, hardware, connections and locks should be selected based upon specific requirements (e.g. sound insulation, smoke and fire protection).

Hardware Hardware selection for doors must be based on building district, type, prominence and expected usage. Material: Steel, aluminum, PVC

Color: RAL 8014 Sepia brown RAL 7016 Anthracite

RAL 9016 Traffic white(Inside)

Example: Window, Steel Example: Window, PVC

Example: Window, Alu Example: Sill, , Aluminum

1.6.4 Windows

Windows should be of plastic or aluminum construction with FCKW-free core insulation. They should be provided as flush frame construction with turn/tilt hardware.

Windows must meet German (EnEV) and US energy conservation regulations and sound insulation requirements.

Hardware Hardware selection for windows must be based on building district, type, prominence and expected usage.

Window Sills New Buildings:

Aluminum, prefabricated concrete, plastic and natural stone are various types of exterior window sill materials. The selection of the window sill type depends on the appearance of the planned facade and should match the surrounding buildings.

Renovation Projects:

Aluminum should always be used for renovation projects due to low assembly requirements. In cases of brick masonry or concrete facades, bricks or other window sill material is acceptable only, if the new sill will match the existing conditions.

Security/Bullet Proof Laminates The safety of certain building groups is of special importance.

Windows in these buildings should be protected against manual and ballistic attacks.

Instead of insulating glass panes aluminized glass panes or panels may be used in the area of landing and ceiling constructions.

Material: Steel, aluminum, PVC

RAL 7016 Anthracite

RAL 9016 Traffic white(inside)

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Enlisted Club No. 2140 Example: Solar Protection

Example: Roll-down Shutter

1.6.5 Roll-down Shutters, Venetian Blinds

Solar Protection Exterior solar protection should be provided for all buildings.

The following systems are recommended for the different building functions:

Electrically-operated venetian blinds:

→ All districts, except family housing district to administrative buildings

Manually-operated roll-down shutters:

→ Community and family housing districts to dormitory buildings:

Electrically-operated roll-down shutters and tinted solar glass is recommended on the south and west side:

→ Family housing district to family housing building:

Modern office buildings have gratings for solar protection, which can also be used as fire escape route. This could be a consideration for the design of new office buildings on the base.

Guide rails as well as Venetian blind boxes same color shade as window frames. Deviating from the above, the armored shutter shell may also be provided in standard color gray of manufactory’s series.

Exterior sunshade assemblies (guide rails, sunshades) should be the same color as the window frames.

Material: Steel, Aluminum, PVC

Entry Components 1.7

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1.7.1 Application Matrix

DISTRICTS

MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Aluminum, steel, glass

Plaster facade Red sandstone

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014Sepia brown RAL 7016 Anthracite

Dormitory Buildings

Lodging (Hotel) Buildings Aluminum, steel, glass

Plaster façade

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014Sepia brown RAL 7016 Anthracite

Community Service Buildings

Aluminum, steel, glass Expo. masonry facade

Plaster facade Red sandstone

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014Sepia brown RAL 7016 Anthracite

Parking Garage N/A Utility Buildings N/A

MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Industrial Buildings

Aluminum, steel, glass Plaster façade

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014Sepia brown

MATERIAL COLOR

Dormitory Buildings

Family Housing Buildings Aluminum, steel, glass

Plaster façade Yellow sandstone

RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014Sepia brown RAL 1002 Sand yellow

MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings

Aluminum, steel, glass Plaster facade

Red sandstone RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 8014Sepia brown

MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings Industrial Buildings

Aluminum, steel Plaster facade

Galvanized RAL 9006 White alu RAL 7022 Umbra gray RAL 7035 Light gray

Entry Components 1.7

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1.7.2 General Information

Building entries present the first impression of a building and are major visible elements that effect the whole exterior composition of a building. They should can also serve as weather protection and waiting areas.

Note: The entrance of each building shall be provided with weather protection.

Hercules Theater No. 2101

Enlisted Club Building No.2140 Example: Entry Components

1.7.3 Entry Components

The entry components should secure the entry of a building.

Building entry components are divided in different types:

• canopy

• canopy with side wall

• vestibule, closed

• vestibule, closed with canopy

Door Closers and Panic Hardware All entrance doors should be provided with the appropriate door closers depending on door location and type.

Lockable doors in emergency exit routes must have push handles with panic hardware.

Material: Aluminum, steel, glass, plaster, sandstone red/yellow, expo. masonry Color: RAL 8014 Sepia brown , RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 7016 Anthracite , RAL 1002 Sand yellow

RAL 9006 White alu

RAL 7022 Umbra gray

Others 1.8

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1.8.1 Application Matrix

EXTERIOR SIGNAGE ENTRANCE LIGHTING COMMUNITY

DISTRICTS MATERIAL COLOR MATERIAL COLOR

Administrative Buildings Building number painted Metal-plated numbers Free-standing sign

Dormitory Buildings Building number painted Free-standing sign

Lodging (Hotel) Buildings Community Service Buildings wall-mounted lighting canopy ceiling lighting

Parking Garage Utility Buildings

Building number painted Metal-plated numbers Free-standing sign

Number color:

Shadow color:

Wall/plaque color:

wall-mounted lighting

EXTERIOR SIGNAGE ENTRANCE LIGHTING INDUSTRIAL

Administrative Buildings Industrial Buildings wall-mounted lighting canopy ceiling lighting

Parking Garage

Utility Buildings

Building number painted Metal-plated numbers Free-standing sign wall-mounted lighting

EXTERIOR SIGNAGE ENTRANCE LIGHTING FAMILY HOUSING

Dormitory Buildings

Family Housing Buildings wall-mounted lighting canopy ceiling lighting

Parking Garage

Utility Buildings

Building number painted Free-standing sign wall-mounted lighting

RAL 9016Traffic white

EXTERIOR SIGNAGE ENTRANCE LIGHTING ADMINISTRATIVE

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings

Building number painted Metal-plated numbers Free-standing sign wall-mounted lighting canopy ceiling lighting

Parking Garage Building number painted Metal-plated numbers Free-standing sign

Utility Buildings Building number painted Free-standing sign wall-mounted lighting

EXTERIOR SIGNAGE ENTRANCE LIGHTING WEST END FLIGHT-

Administrative Buildings Community Service Buildings Industrial Buildings wall-mounted lighting canopy ceiling lighting

Parking Garage Utility Buildings

Building number painted Metal-plated numbers Free-standing sign wall-mounted lighting

RAL 9006 White alu

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1.8.2 General Information

Exterior signage and exterior lighting are in a relation. The signs should be placed where they can be clearly seen by the user. The exterior lighting secure the visibility at night.

Administrative No 573

Standard: Placement Building Number

Example: Building Identification Sign

Enlisted Club No 2140 (community service building) Example: Brass Building Identification Sign

Administrative Building No 573

Standard: Building Number

1.8.3 Exterior Signage

Various types of information are required to identify a building, such as building numbers (Type B5) and building functions (Type B4).

Detail information see Section 3.5.5 Identification Signs Page 100.

Building Identification Sign, Type B4 The building function is generally shown on a free-standing sign on the landscaped strip in front of the buildings. However, many buildings do not have a planting strip to accommodate a free standing sign. In this case the information should be painted or directly mounted on to the facades. Painted on signage is acceptable where no building functional changes are expected. Information on plaques for administrative buildings are recommended. Plaques can be exchanged and taken to the next building to be mounted.

Family Housing Area Signage Each family housing building should be identified by two (2) building numbers located near the outer corners facing the roadway and directly around the corner on the gable facades. Depending upon the number of entries each family housing unit entry should be identified by a letter A, B, C, D, ...

If the main entrance faces the street, an additional sign should be placed on the side of the building.

The standard entry sign for basement entries - white letters on standard brown background should be used.

For more sign standard information see Air Force Pamphlet

AFPAM 32-1097

Building Number Type B5 Each building should be identified by a building number directly painted or mounted on the corner of the street facade.

Building numbers should be at the street side on each corners of the building and entry signage at building entries with exterior lighting for visibility at night for proper destination see sketch.

Signage in housing and admin districts shall be placed at eye level (bottom edge = 1.50 m).

Signage in industrial district shall be placed height than eye level.

Type of Building Numbering Their are two-types of building numbers used on the base:

painted-on numbers:

→ for all plaster facades, except community service buildings brass numbers on plaques:

→ community service buildings and buildings with texture finishes (concrete, metal or masonry facades)

Building Number Typography: Helvetica medium, 2’’ (50mm) Height: app. 240 mm (280mm including shadow) Font size: app. 50mm;

Shadow size: app. 30mm.

Open space between numbers and shadow is not required. The space between each figure shall be appropriate. Ensure that the numbers are in line; superscript and subscript are unacceptable.

Material: Painted Wall/plaque Color:RAL 080 8010 Beige RAL 7035 Light gray Number Color: RAL 8014 Sepia Brown RAL 7019 Anthracite Shadow Color: RAL 7022 Umbra Gray RAL 7022 Umbra gray

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Building No.

Example: Entrance Lighting

Enlisted Club No.2140

1.8.4 Exterior Lighting

Standard Building Entrance Lighting Standard exterior entrance lighting fixtures should be suitable for the particular building functions and characteristics. Canopies should have ceiling mounted or recessed downlights for general lighting.

Additional wall-mounted lighting fixtures should be provided for building numbers as well as for highlighting designated features, information boards or signs.

Access stairs and ramps to entrances should be provided with wall mounted or recessed orientation lighting fixtures.

Special Building Entrance Lighting Community service buildings on the base should have appropriate building exterior lighting fixtures corresponding to the function and level of importance of the facility.

While these cannot all be defined here, examples of such buildings:

→ Headquarters USAFE Building 201 → the 86th Airlift Wing Building 2201 → the Officers Club Building 302 → the Chapel Buildings 1201

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