DOORS&WINDOWS
WINDOWS REFLECT WELL IN LUXURY CALA SITE
With a strict specification
to adhere to, the pressure
was on for REHAU
window fabricators
Dessian, when they were
asked to complete a very
unique and premium
installation in an upmarket
Glasgow suburb.
» DESSIAN HAS LONG BEEN
regarded for its high-standard position within
the window market, so it came as no surprise
when developer, CALA Homes (West),
approached them for help on their Riverside
at Bothwell development. This installation
however, required Dessian to adhere to stricter
than usual residential requirements.
Considered to be a well sought-after area,
Bothwell is located in the heart of the major
transport links, within close proximity to both
Glasgow and Edinburgh. Although it was just
a small development for CALA, it was a very
idyllic and affluent one, nestled right on the
Clyde River. It is therefore, unsurprisingly, a
hotbed for the rich and famous. That being
said, challenges were set and standards were
high.
In total, CALA Homes was tasked to
construct 12 large modern houses and
apartments, with all the windows and
doors specified in the popular anthracite
grey profile. The first challenge came in the
specification; the development needed to
be modern, yet in-keeping with the area’s
traditional heritage. Dessian had to strike
a fine balance to ensure that the build was
progressive and contemporary in style, but
still held onto the natural look of the semirural
area.
As exclusive fabricators of REHAU
windows for over 30 years, the team at Dessian
was confident in using the TOTAL70 tilt and
turn, and casement windows. CALA wanted
a particular look and Dessian was certain that
their REHAU range would fit well. Not only
did the range conform to the modernity of the
specification and incorporate the anthracite
grey colour profile, but also emphasised the
light and space range of the surroundings to
add character to the homes.
The second challenge for Dessian came in
the installation process itself; keeping to a
tight time schedule with as little disruption
as possible. Dougie Irvining, Assistant Site
Manager at CALA Homes (West), was
particularly concerned that because of where
the site was situated, in a quiet residential
area, the construction phase would cause some
disturbance to the local residents.
Dougie commented: “It was important,
that the onsite builders were considerate of
the residents living there. At the end of the
day, they were moving through a leafy suburb
area that hadn’t been disturbed for a number
of years.”
For this reason, it was imperative that the
job was completed as quickly and quietly as
possible. Having experience with REHAU’s
TOTAL70 profile, and confidence in the solid
quality of the product, Dessian could assure
CALA that it was a one-set job that would
not fail.
Upon reflection of the installation,
Elaine McDermott, Business Development
Manager at Dessian, was impressed with
the installation: “There was initial concern
that the new build wouldn’t blend into its
surroundings, and that it would create some
tension with the local residents. We’re really
pleased with our work here, the REHAU
range complemented the high-quality build
and surpassed all expectation – it all just came
together to create a really modern and clean
look.
“For us in particular, it was a really good
chance to demonstrate what Dessian and
REHAU can do together. We got to show
the best of the product, and the best of the
installation. The windows and doors form a
significant part of the development, and we
really utilised the light and space range to
make the most of the riverside views.”
Windows are a key selling point for a
new home, and having to blend in with
the local surrounding meant the pressure
was on. In summary, Samsara McDonald,
Commercial Sales Manager at REHAU
(Scotland) commented: “We are very proud
of the work our long-standing partners,
Dessian, have done here. The TOTAL70
range is demonstrative of REHAU’s mantra of
windows being reinvented for modern life.”
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