Decorative Fencing Makes A Visible Difference
For Harrogate Hospital
The holistic design approach has successfully integrated
options and can be created to fit any application. The solution
landscaping and art into the interior fabric of the building, to
chosen in this application was the bespoke Corten panels that
create a beautiful and serene retreat. At the heart of each pebble
securely wrap around large steel posts.
is a ‘healing garden’; gracious and contemplative spaces which
provide pleasing vistas and ensure the building is filled with
Intricate patterns were cut into the panels to let small amounts
natural light.
of light through whilst maintaining a visual screen, this was
to ensure that during the winter evenings the Corten steel
Patients and families are welcomed into a comfortable reception
decorative fencing panels let light through which give a very soft
within the first pebble, which leads into the consulting,
aesthetically pleasing look and feel to this centre.
examination, therapies and information facilities; visitors can call
in to pick up a leaflet, receive one-to-one advice, or attend regular
The overall outcome from the client’s perspective was
well-being sessions.
outstanding and the decorative steel fencing added to the effect.
The design fitted with the ‘Macmillan Quality Environment Mark’,
CLD fencing Systems worked with the Landscape architect
incorporating spaces of the highest clinical standard and includes
to understand the needs of the client and to create the most
many sustainable features – the building is also set to achieve a
exciting but subtle decorative fencing solution. The CLD bespoke
BREEAM Excellent rating.
decorative range was chosen as it gave the architect the most
flexible solution to work with. Our bespoke range has limitless
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