HARDWARE & SECURITY
Dublin ’ s financial and technology headquarters opt for stylish fit-out
With Dublin becoming home to many global companies ’ European headquarters , several buildings have seen transformations over recent years to bring them up to the high standards expected by today ’ s high tech and financial business communities .
» TWO SUCH COMPANIES ARE Microsoft and Aviva , which have created impressive , high-grade facilities by redeveloping older corporate buildings . When thinking about priorities for ironmongery in projects of this type , the primary considerations should be fire safety and security closely followed by the aesthetics , longevity , and ease of installation to minimise programme time .
One Microsoft Court is a 20-year-old building on Microsoft ’ s campus in the
Irish capital . It has recently undergone a high specification renovation which included a full interior strip-out and refurbishment to bring it in line with One Microsoft Place , the company ’ s new award-winning European headquarters situated on the same campus .
The renovation included the creation of a double height atrium space ; new dining , recreational and wellness facilities ; featured stairways and a cantilevered meeting space .
Putting digital transformation first , the four storey 10,000m 2 facility is integral to Microsoft ’ s global operations . Forming a new engineering hub , the building design reflects Microsoft ’ s engineering space principles , with every detail designed with the needs of engineers in mind . These range from the spaces engineers work in , to the areas created for relaxation , through to the onsite restaurants and cafes .
Security and high-use specification
The door and ironmongery schedules , supplied by Proline Architectural Hardware , for the refurbishment specified high security architectural ironmongery products , and detailed technical documentation together with product samples were provided to aid decision making .
Ellen Mack , business development manager for Ireland at HOPPE ( UK ) explains :
“ It goes without saying that fire safety comes first for both new buildings and upgrades . Hardware such as hinges , closers and lock cases must have CE markings ( UKCA in the UK from 1 January 2023 ). With the volume of people expected in the building , door hardware that can withstand a high level of use is needed . The HOPPE AR361 Paris lever handle was chosen for this project as it has been tested to DIN EN 1906 for commercial applications .
“ Grade 316 stainless steel was used for both the lever and pull handles . Using stainless steel throughout offers many practical benefits including longevity , corrosion resistance and low maintenance , as well as providing a modern , cohesive design throughout the building .”
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