REYNAERS
MINIMALIST HOME FRAMES SEA VIEW WITH ALUMINIUM GLAZING
Nestled away on the Isle of Wight , Island Rest is the perfect hideaway to enjoy the surrounding views . Aluminium glazing plays a pivotal role to seamlessly connect this contemporary home with its environment , while equipping occupants with everyday functionality .
Inspired by its natural surroundings , Island Rest offers unique views across the Solent towards mainland England . Helping the building to nestle into its surroundings , the low-profile single-storey pavilion is clad in larch wood , while large expanses of glazing create layers of transparency and reflection , minimising the visual impact on its setting while contributing to the building ’ s striking aesthetics .
Often , a home ’ s location is mostly a functional consideration . Here , the location has been so influential on the building ’ s design that its impact can be seen in every aspect . The building maximises the potential of its natural environment to enhance its owners ’ family time , emphasising communal areas to provide easy access to the water .
CONNECTING WITH SURROUNDINGS
Glazing plays a critical role in softening the barriers between inside and outside spaces . With floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the property , views of the Solent are maximised and natural light floods into each room . Equally , in the building ’ s communal areas , windows can be opened up to connect with the surroundings and allow easy access to the water .
To achieve this , without compromising the building ’ s aesthetic , a glazing solution with minimal sightlines was required . Offering infinite views , Hi-Finity – an ultra-slim design from Reynaers Aluminium – was selected for the project . Capable of effortlessly moving glass panels of up to 750kg , the system is perfectly suited to large architectural glazing features , without the need for obtrusive framing .
At Island Rest , Hi-Finity is used for various features , from fullheight windows which frame the spectacular views , through to large sliding doors which open up living spaces onto a courtyard and landscaped gardens .
James O ’ Callaghan of structural design practice , Eckersley O ’ Callaghan , said : “ There are many layers to Island Rest which enable the building to blend into and celebrate its beautiful environment . Glazing is a key part of this , enabling the surrounding views to be enjoyed from every room , or opened up to bring the outside in .
“ We selected Hi-Finity from Reynaers because it delivers everything we needed – from scalability and slim lines through to quality and functionality . The aluminium frames in particular really suit the architecture of this building . Their slender profile size further maximises the presence of the large expanses of glazing to achieve an elegant appearance .”
In modern homes , glazing plays an instrumental role , not just in terms of aesthetics and performance , but in the functionality it provides for occupants . Hi-Finity delivers ultimate design freedom , without compromising performance .
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