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38 | DECEMBER 2024
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ENHANCING INTERNAL SPACES , ADDING LIGHT & LUXURY
Residential and commercial property owners are always seeking to improve and enhance the way that they utilise their internal spaces , making more rooms for increased multi-purpose whilst maintaining natural light , and maximising the space available .
Demand for internal glazed doors is on the increase , due to their slim sightlines and sleek contemporary design , end users are increasingly requesting to include them into their renovations and designs . Internal glazed doors have several benefits :
• They enable maximum light into any room as opposed to other options of partitioning
• Internal glazed doors are highly energy efficient , the flow and distribution of natural sunlight minimises the need for artificial lighting reducing energy bills and consumption
• Glass panels are also excellent insulators which in turn help in the noise reduction and soundproofing between spaces
Astra Windows Director , David Jackson explains , “ Trade interest for internal glazed doors has soured in recent years , homeowners are regularly being drawn to the use of incredible looking aluminium internal glazed doors to create more aesthetically pleasing living spaces .
“ Our internal door & fixed glazed screening system have super slim sightlines , and a luxurious modern heritage look , which the trade inform us that their customers are loving ! These features make them the ideal product for end users and homeowners who are wanting to create a bespoke glazed interior partition to separate rooms whilst maintaining optimum levels of natural light and the pleasant aesthetic of an open-plan ambience .”
Astra Windows can fabricate an entire suite of matching internal doors , all produced from the same door profile to ensure consistency across the range . Their internal doors are available as hinged , pivot , sliding , pocket or bi-fold configurations allowing for design-continuity across your projects .
Additionally , Astra Window ’ s internal door and fixed glazed screening system offer ;
• Full range of door configuration options using a single system
• Soft-close and soft-open options
• Lock solutions available
• Easy installation
• Concealed hinges
• Minimal sightlines
• Fast lead times
• Suitable for domestic and commercial projects .
David continues , “ At Astra Windows , we fabricate only the highest quality materials made available to us from the best systems houses in the UK . This provides our trade installers with complete peace of mind that you can fit and forget every time you buy from Astra Windows - knowing that your end user will always be fully satisfied and delighted with their new install . Regardless of specification , design or end-user taste , the fabricating excellence and customer service that we provide will ensure that any trade project requirements are not simply met , they are exceeded !”
For further information contact the Astra Windows team ; 01204 793333 or info @ astrawindows . co . uk
Profile 22 from Epwin Window Systems selected for £ 3m redevelopment project
VEKA ’ S OMNIA HAILED AS ‘ NEW PRODUCT OF THE YEAR ’
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Over 100 Profile 22 windows from Epwin Window Systems were selected for a £ 3m iconic redevelopment project in Norfolk . Crown House , a prominent building in Great Yarmouth was originally constructed in the 1970 ’ s and for many years was home to an Inland Revenue office . With its prime position in the town and views of the river , Norfolk Broads and sea , the building presented an attractive option for conversion from office space into residential housing .
The window contractor chosen for the project was Epwin Window System Approved Commercial Partner Astraframe ; established in 1980 , and one of East Anglia ’ s most experienced PVC-U window specialists .
On the building ’ s side elevation , ten top-over-fixed casement windows featured bespoke gable frames , creating a visually striking appeal . Additionally , to brighten the internal landings on each floor , five three-pane fixed frame windows each 3.4m wide by 2.7m high were installed . A concealed trim was used to maximise the sightlines and light levels .
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Large casement windows were also specified throughout the project , featuring two opening sashes next to a fixed light , each measuring 3.4m wide by 1.5m high . This design ensured ample light for each living space , while maintaining a clean , modern aesthetic .
To complement the industrial character of the building ’ s exterior , all windows were manufactured in anthracite grey ( grained ) on white , providing a contemporary contrast whilst meeting Building Regulations and all relevant quality standards . Over the course of 11 months , Astraframe installed over 100 windows in carefully planned stages .
www . epwinwindowsystems . co . uk
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OMNIA was crowned New Product of the Year at the 2024 National Fenestration Awards ( NFAs ) as VEKA ’ s double-rebated , double-flush design received praise from the judges for its innovative design and unique performance capabilities .
The release of OMNIA earlier this year was a result of four years ’ worth of research and innovation intended to revolutionise the industry , offering a suite of flush systems set to transform the heritage market .
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OMNIA not only satisfies the growing demand for the flush look , but the suite ’ s high-performance capabilities completely re-defines heritage designs , making the popular look fit for the future .
Phil Gregory , the man behind the award-winning product and VEKA ’ s design and development manager , said : “ OMNIA was designed with the industry in mind , helping our partners satisfy the market demand while considering the ease of production and fitting , so it is truly humbling to see it recognised by the people it will serve .”
www . vekauk . com
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