Design Buy Build Issue 38 2019 | Page 110

Roofing, Cladding & Facades Retirement Village Sees The Light With Glass Roof Design SIG roofing pledges support to roofcert Canadian Vinyl, The Original and Still the Best A stunning new retirement village which is due to open in the summer of 2019 has benefitted from a series of rooflight solutions from leading manufacturer Xtralite. A four-year accreditation scheme that is set to transform the industry has received backing from the UK’s leader in roofing supplies. Royal Siding is a high quality product. It is made by extruding polyvinyl chloride homopolymer resin blended with exclusive DURA technology, the result is an extremely tough, long lasting siding. I “This is an exciting project that we were delighted to work on as it provides alternative lifestyles for those approaching or nearing retirement age whilst encouraging community and social engagement,” said Jim Lowther sales director Xtralite. “Great thought has gone into the design of the building and the inclusion of extensive rooflights ensures areas of the building are flooded with natural light which has been proven to improve wellbeing, especially during the darker months.” Further information can be found by visiting www.xtralite.co.uk or by calling 01670 354 157. RoofCert, which is jointly funded by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), is seeking to establish a formal standard for roofing operatives that will be recognised by consumers and companies across the construction supply chain. SIG Roofing is supporting the CITB and NFRC in their mission to provide workers within the industry with a much-needed boost. For further information on RoofCert, please visit www.nfrc.co.uk/roofcert. To learn more about visit www.sigroofing.co.uk or follow @sigroofing on twitter. t is certified to meet ASTM D3679 standards. It is resistant to changes in outside temperatures, ranging from -30C to SOC. Due to its unique interlocking design, it can withstand extreme winds. It won’t go brittle, nor does it creak or groan unlike conventional siding. It comes in a range of colours with a wood grain profile. The cladding doesn’t fade and comes with a 50 year guarantee. Virtually maintenance free and fully recyclable. www.residentielcladding.com Abandoned hospital given luxurious lease of life A former 19th century hospital in Stafford has been restored to become a collection of luxurious apartments. Previously “St George’s County Asylum”, the grade II listed building on Cooperation Street opened in 1818 and housed 1,000 patients before finally closing in 1995. Following 20 years of neglect, the building was in disrepair with crumbling floors and walls, until work started in 2015. The building has now been transformed by Shropshire Homes, into a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments and renamed St George’s Mansions. The technical team at Russell Roof Tiles has spent many years creating an authentic collection of roof tiles which replicate original tiles, but with all the properties that you would expect from modern materials. The house builder was keen to preserve the history of the hospital and maintain the Georgian architecture. To ensure this, they worked closely with leading roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles, who has extensive experience in restoration projects and pitched roofing. Russell Roof Tiles is a leading independent roof tile manufacturer providing products for leading UK house builders and high-profile social housing and commercial projects, where sustainability and eco-credentials are the utmost priority. The manufacturer supplied 20,000 of its Lothian tiles in Slate Grey to re-roof the building. The modern material replicated the look of the building’s original natural slate tiles, whilst providing the sustainable benefits of concrete. www.russellrooftiles.co.uk Tel: 01283 517070 @russellrooftile The Lothian tiles form part of Russell Roof Tiles’ Natural Range - an expanding selection of thinner leading edge interlocking concrete tiles. When laid, the tile gives the appearance of a small format tile with the commercial benefit of a larger format tile. 110