INDUSTRY NEWS
Redefining Fenestration with External Door
Ben Brocklesby , Director at Origin , the UK ’ s leading manufacturer of luxury aluminium windows and doors , discusses the company ’ s newest product set to make waves in the fenestration market .
The Soho External Door ( OB-36 +) marks the debut of Origin ’ s new generation of products . This state-of-the-art steel-look bi-fold and French door system seamlessly combines aesthetics with cutting-edge technology . What sets it apart is not just its stylish glazing bars and ultra-slim sightlines , but also its compliance with the Future Homes Standard ahead of 2025 , surpassing impending building regulations by a significant margin . The new exterior door is not just a product , it ’ s a statement of unparalleled quality and sophistication .
Luxurious and remarkable The Soho External Door epitomises luxury fenestration by blending innovative design with exceptional performance , quality , and thermal efficiency . Designed by Origin ’ s in-house R & D team and meticulously handcrafted in the UK to precise standards , this aluminium door sets a new benchmark for excellence in the world of fenestration .
Bespoke aesthetics To thrive in 2024 , it is crucial for any fenestration business to adapt to homeowner trends . The Soho External Door aligns perfectly with modern style trends by offering fully customisable glazing bar configurations . This provides the flexibility to achieve a traditional heritage look with more glazing bars or a sleek industrial appeal with fewer bars . This adaptability also ensures the door seamlessly integrates into any residential or high-spec commercial setting .
Ensuring durability Crafted from the highest-grade aluminium renowned for its strength and lightweight properties , the OB-36 + stands as a testament to durability without compromise . With ultra-slim sightlines of just 36mm , it supports expansive views , allowing lots of natural light into the property and creating a seamless connection between interior and exterior spaces . Alongside its ability to create a durable and hard-wearing product , aluminium also creates a sleek silhouette that ’ s perfect for modern preferences .
Safe and sound
The Soho External Door prioritises security by using Origin ’ s exclusive 8-point locking system and a 3-Star British Standard Kitemark locking barrel . These features are proven effective in safeguarding against snapping , picking , drilling , and bumping , providing unmatched defence while also meeting PAS 24:2022 standards .
Energy efficient
More than a door , the Soho External Door is a testament to Origin ’ s commitment to environmental responsibility . Engineered to meet the high standards of the UK market , the Soho External Door boasts superior weather resistance and it already complies with the 2025 Future
Homes Standard . Featuring impressively low U-Values , as low as 0.8 W / m 2 K , this door guarantees energy efficiency while delivering exceptional performance . Stateof-the-art weathertight seals provide added assurance against harsh weather , ensuring rooms maintain comfortable temperatures in all weather conditions .
The unparalleled Soho experience Representing a new era for fenestration , the Soho External Door is truly unrivalled in all aspects , from product build quality and functionality to aesthetics and security .
At Origin , we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the industry and are consistently innovating to ensure we are offering marketing-leading products to our Partners to make their lives easier and help them grow their businesses alongside ours . Our new exterior door does just that , and offers a taste of what ’ s to come for Origin in 2024 .
The Soho External Door is now available to Origin Partners on OSS on an unrivalled two-week lead time . Find out how to become an Origin Partner : trade . origin-global . com / partner-with-origin
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