ARCHITECTS PROJECTS job left no stone unturned when it came to a home that was usable for all members of the family .
Internally , the home uses a mostly bright colour scheme to increase the perceived size of the space , which is also aided by the huge influx of natural light that enters through the glazing . Splashes of colour and dark feature walls help to bring depth and character to the interior spaces .
Intricate joinery can be seen around the home , and these delicate details bring the design to the next level creating a truly luxurious feel . And the placement of low windows and floor to ceiling glazing allows the sun ' s rays to highlight these interior design elements .
The bespoke glazing package from IQ glass included minimal windows Sliding Doors at multiple points around the home . This sliding door system is the perfect choice for this type of project as the flush thresholds are certified for barrier-free access under DIN 18040-1 and DIN 18040-2 .
The sliding door that was triple glazed and used the minimal windows 4 + framing profile was designed with the freeway base to maintain a completely flush threshold . This triple glazed sliding door system also included heated glass for condensation relief .
Wide corridors and open plan spaces allow the wheelchair dependent client to move around the house with ease and the flush threshold of the minimal windows sliding doors allows for easy access to the stunning garden space .
The east and west facing elevations of the upper floor both have floor to ceiling frameless picture windows , allowing the rooms to have clear views of the stunning landscape around the home whether you are seated or standing .
" Bespoke timber cladding was used for the upper floor of the home , designed to mimic the surrounding trees ."
Working alongside the architects , the team at IQ designed every aspect of the glazing with sustainability in mind . This specialist glazing package utilised a wide variety of systems including slim sliding doors , structural glazing , steel framed fire rated doors and frameless effect roof glazing .
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