Landscape & Urban Design Issue 53 2022 | Page 30

DECKING

HD CLAD PRO CASE STUDY

Inspired by the ‘ new normal ’ of remote-working , graphic designer Steven Haygarth has transformed the top of his south-facing garden into a home-working haven , using eco-friendly and low maintenance composite decking and cladding products .
Steven is not alone in creating his garden office space , according to research , 13 % of home-working Britons are expected to invest in purpose-built outhouses in 2021 ¹; providing comfortable and functional work spaces , amid the calming influence of nature .
Constructed using Composite Prime ’ s sustainable HD Clad ® Pro cladding system , Steven ’ s new office shed is made from FSC ® 100 % hardwood flour and recycled plastic , which combines to produce a durable , natural-looking cladding product that outperforms traditional treated timber .
Popular with landscapers due to its sustainable credentials , composite material maintains its colour , texture and appearance for significantly longer than hardwood . Ideal for garden buildings , composite cladding provides the benefits of natural timber , without the environmental impact of hardwood production , and makes use of waste products to deliver durability and authentic aesthetic quality .
Commenting on the use of environmentally friendly materials to create his garden office , Steven said : “ We try to recycle as much as we can and avoid using plastic in our household , so Composite Prime ’ s products were the perfect solution to help us to create our stunning new space . HD Clad ® Pro was also incredibly easy for us to install . The simple clip fixings and composite trims , allowed for an uncomplicated horizontal or vertical installation .”
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