“ The fenestration package was absolutely key to retaining the design language of the original
building within a more contemporary aesthetic
ALUK FENESTRATION SOLUTIONS
Having been impressed with the design and quality of AluK products on previous projects , AWW specified a comprehensive mix of AluK systems at the Quadrangle – the SG52 capless curtain walling system to give a frameless appearance to the retail façade , the more conventional SL52 capped curtain walling system for the courtyard area and rooftop restaurant , the GT55 system for the entrance doors , and the tried and trusted 58BW window system for the 400 + windows fitted into the existing openings around the façade .
The entire fenestration programme was carried out by AluK fabricator Aluminium Sashes , which used its extensive experience in the repair and replace sector to overcome the challenges inherent in surveying , fabricating and fitting windows into openings which , in many cases , were irregular in shape and form and not aligned with the concrete slab finish .
Aluminium Sashes worked closely with AluK at planning and detailed design stage to achieve the contemporary look for the façade that the client and architect wanted . For example , where the original windows had a transom and modesty spandrel panel below , the slimmer sightline replacements replicated the line of the transom but with fritted glass below to provide a similar level of privacy with more natural light . They also designed a solution for fixing the anthracite grey windows to the metallic bronze louvre sections specified to break up the uniformity of the façade , give users the option of manual ventilation and to provide fresh air and exhaust points for the AHUs . The reinforcing bar in the windows has effectively become the carrier bar for the louvres and gives the impression that there are two colours in one window panel .
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