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Vicaima
Turn On Design Flair At Electricity House
Vicaima innovative door designs have
Of course inspired design requires
These ultra-smooth white lacquered
been featured prominently in a landmark
inspirational products and so Crest
doors provide a luxurious look and feel
city centre project for Crest Nicholson,
chose Vicaima to enhance the apartment
at every turn and fit perfectly with the
which sees a modern apartment complex
entrance doors with Dekordor 3D
superior build quality synonymous
created in a former 1930’ s iconic utility
Portaro matching door and frame
with this project. The design has been
building.
systems. This was further augmented
further embellished with the addition
by a surrounding and matching wall
of a refined groove pattern, which
Electricity House has stood at the very
panelling which incorporated distinctive
was also carried through onto the
heart of Bristol City centre since its
back lit apartment numbering.
architraves to add yet another design
construction in the late 1930’s and was
element. Overall the project is a fine
perhaps best known as the home of the
Performance was to client requirements
example of regeneration at its best and
South West Electricity Board. Designed
which included certified FD30 fire
Vicaima products are sure to grace this
by architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, who
doors with a roller lock and eye viewer.
reincarnation for generations to come.
also famously created the much loved
Dekordor 3D provides a horizontal and
red telephone box, this building has
highly tactile grain effect and Crest
Vicaima offer an extensive range of
commanded attention for generations.
selected 3D Grey finish to provide the
innovative design options, with fire,
perfect tonal contrast to the wall and
acoustic and security performance for
With its Portland stone façade and
floor covering. 3D Grey was also chosen
luxury housing and modern apartment
magnificent curved frontage, the building
for the communal areas, including the
living space.
embodies the grace of the Art Deco era.
striking and visually dominating atrium
Now this bygone treasure has taken on
area, where occupants enjoy a panoramic
For further details about these and
a new lease of life following its lovingly
view of multiple floor levels, displaying
other products from the many Vicaima
re-imagined and inspired regeneration
Vicaima doors at every level.
collections, visit the Vicaima website
by Quality developer Crest Nicholson.
www.vicaima.com alternatively,
They have created luxury living
Inside the apartments and penthouses
call 01793 532333 for additional
space by blending period charm with
themselves, Vicaima Satin White doors
information.
contemporary interior design.
with Easi-Fit frames were selected.