The projecting window had to be fully engineered using 3D technology . The line and wind loadings on the glass had to be considered along with the outward leaning angle so that we could design the correct glass specification and fixing .
Large glass elevations within the brick elevation were a key design feature . Of particular note is the large 4m tall projecting window on the first floor . IQ Design Manager Tony Fuller says “ The projecting window had to be fully engineered using 3D technology . The line and wind loadings on the glass had to be considered along with the outward leaning angle so that we could design the correct glass specification and fixing .”
The overall build was built under Passive House principles to ensure the exterior envelope was highly insulating . Thermal bridging was a key design consideration and glazing was triple glazed for enhanced Uw values .
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