Boundaries without boundaries – introducing Kaynemaile

Kaynemaile is an extremely strong yet highly flexible architectural modern mesh consisting of interlinked polycarbonate rings formed together by a unique liquid-state assembly process – a process which enables seamless mesh screens of any height and width to be fabricated. It is a versatile design element which can accommodate a range of design applications while lending an impactful, sculptural aesthetic to any interior.

Inspired by centuries-old medieval chainmail used for armour, Kaynemaile’s origins can be traced back to the film set for The Lord of The Rings trilogy. The film’s art director for the Creatures, Armour and Weapons department – and Kaynemaile’s founder – Kayne Horsham developed a lightweight, manually assembled version of traditional chainmail made from polypropylene piping. This lightweight material looked and moved realistically and allowed the cast to work in chainmail costumes for extended periods. After filming finished, Horsham continued his work with chainmail, perfecting a liquid state assembly process to mass produce the first polycarbonate chainmail for architectural applications.

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An exceptionally hard-wearing yet elegant architectural material, Kaynemaile mesh boasts a wide range of functional benefits. The nature of the interlocking rings give the material unique malleability that allow it to adapt to different forms with ease. The seamless nature of the mesh has made it the ideal choice for ceiling features at convention centres, auditoriums and hotels around the world. Lighter than glass or steel with an impact-resistant structure, the mesh has a scratch-resistant surface and built-in colours – plus it has an ASTM E-84 Class A rating for flame spread & smoke density.

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Perfect for creating privacy screening and spatial dividers for restaurants and cafes without the need for fixed solid walls or glazing panels. With a wide range of standard colours including translucent options Kaynemaile is a simple, cost effective way to create dramatic chandelier-like feature pieces for foyers, reception and entrance areas.

The mesh works beautifully with feature lighting. For the Crowne Plaza Hotel it was used as a feature piece above the check in area. The winding mesh strips group together to form a flowing feature piece and the different heights of each strip allow feature lighting to glow through, emphasising the warmth of the bronze coloured material.

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Screens can be curved, which allow for interesting spatial dividers as seen in the Colie Makchi Café in Vietnam which mixes a traditional and modern aesthetic. The seamless nature of the mesh means that incredible long continuous pieces can be fabricated – for the recently opened YouTube Theatre in Inglewood Los Angeles Kaynemaile manufactured a 90 metre long hanging screen from one continuous piece of mesh which weaves through the lobby of the auditorium.

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Design options are endless with Kaynemaile architectural mesh. Screens can easily be fabricated to any height or width without gaps or seams and fixings are able to suit multiple scenarios. In addition, the mesh is lightweight, weighing in at around three kilograms per square metre, and gives approximately 80 per cent airflow through the cross sectional open area. This means air compliant movement can be maintained in interior spaces.

Manufactured through a waste-free process Kaynemaile is 100 per cent recyclable. The unique manufacturing process enables production of only what is needed, while all re-ground waste is recycled in-house and then used to create new mesh.

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