Cube Glass, the fast-growing Scottish glass and aluminium specialist installer, has won another six-figure order, this time for Park’s Motor Group and its prestigious new McLaren dealership in Leeds. As part of a substantial project, it will supply aluminium curtain walling at a purpose built, 12,000 square feet showroom at
Leading UK manufacturer Kawneer had its full range of architectural glazing systems specified for a stunning residential development at Cardiff marina. The Kawneer systems were selected for Phase One of Bayscape Ltd’s £40 million mixed-use development, which has been shortlisted for an award. “We specified Kawneer because of the need
This year, it has been announced that Dudley’s Aluminium, a leading fabricator of aluminium, will be commencing on a brand new project at Gatwick Diamond for new office space. With the development looking to create revenue for emergency services on the front line, the offices are to be positioned on
Most recently, Kawneer, a leading supplier of aluminium systems for architectural use, has been confirmed for a supply contract with Willmott Dixon and Scape Group’s JV, Sunesis for the provision of glazing systems. Now a preferred supplier for the JV, Kawneer is to supply casement windows, external doors and curtain
A suburban Edinburgh home has enjoyed a makeover of epic proportions as David Blaikie Architects complete an eye-catching angular extension that doubles the size of the existing property with the provision of brand new amenity space including a kitchen and dining area. There’s even room for a new first floor
BDC 319 : Aug 2024
Cube Glass, the fast-growing Scottish glass and aluminium specialist installer, has won another six-figure order, this time for Park’s Motor Group and its prestigious new McLaren dealership in Leeds. As part of a substantial project, it will supply aluminium curtain walling at a purpose built, 12,000 square feet showroom at Aire Valley Drive, featuring the latest McLaren brand identity. The company will cover 370 sq metres with a special product from the German-based global giant Schueco Group, the industry leader in window, door and façade technology and service. The new contract for a top-end client is the latest in a string of successes for Cube Glass, which focuses on curtain walling, doors, windows, glass roofing systems and shop fronts as well as bullet, bomb and blast resistant glass. It is set to secure record sales this year of around £2.75 million. “We have carried out work for Park’s Motor Group in the past, but this is a particularly exciting project at its fantastic new space in Leeds, which is only the eighth McLaren retail partner in the UK,” said Gary Thorn, Cube Glass founder and Managing Director. “Park’s is a leading name in the luxury car market. The work, which will be carried out by APP Construction, takes us into new areas and expands our portfolio as well as continuing our association with some very prestigious brands,” Gary added. The company currently has 14 direct employees and 12 sub-contractors and expects this number to increase in the new year. Around 80 per cent of the company’s sales are made to major companies including Hilton Hotels, the Ministry of Defence, Morris and Spottiswood and Clark Contracts.
Leading UK manufacturer Kawneer had its full range of architectural glazing systems specified for a stunning residential development at Cardiff marina. The Kawneer systems were selected for Phase One of Bayscape Ltd’s £40 million mixed-use development, which has been shortlisted for an award. “We specified Kawneer because of the need for a high-quality and trusted product. Crisp detailing was important in the overall design concept and aluminium was essential for the marine environment,” said Andrew Baker, Director of Rio, award-winning architects who have used Kawneer systems on numerous projects. The two blocks of luxury apartments – Whitewater House and Waterford House – both used Kawneer’s AA®100 mullion-drained curtain walling with 50mm sightlines, thermally superior AA®720 tilturn and side-hung casement windows, and AA®545 open-out swing doors. Whitewater House, so named because it also overlooks Cardiff International White Water Centre, was first to complete, offering 56 generously-proportioned one, two and three- bedroom apartments including two penthouses. Meanwhile, Bayscape offers a total of 115 apartments, with optional private moorings, across seven and eight-storeys of apartments which are joined by an elevated garden podium. The ground floors feature a coffee shop, waterside bar and restaurant, commercial/retail units and marina management facility. The luxury apartments, which all feature private balconies or terraces, start at £175,000 and range from up to 624 ft2 for a one-bed, 990 ft2 for two bedrooms and 1,119 ft2 for a typical three-bedroom. Residents also benefit from undercroft parking, a concierge service and lift access to all floors. The impressive floor to ceiling double glazing in every apartment ensures they are light and airy and residents can enjoy the stunning views. The Kawneer systems were installed over five months by a team of up to eight operatives from approved dealer Dudley’s Aluminium for main contractor BECT Building Contractors. Dudley’s, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, also worked with Kawneer and BECT on another Cardiff project – One Canal Parade. Bayscape was shortlisted for residential development of the year in the 2018 Wales Insider Property Awards.
This year, it has been announced that Dudley’s Aluminium, a leading fabricator of aluminium, will be commencing on a brand new project at Gatwick Diamond for new office space. With the development looking to create revenue for emergency services on the front line, the offices are to be positioned on brownfield land, effectively allowing for the land to create new streams of revenue for important emergency operations and to effectively minimise the impact of budget cuts on the provision of service. With the Gatwick Diamond possessing what may be some of the strongest commercial prospects of any local economy in the UK, the area plays host to around forty five thousand organisations already, with the new office space looking to create a further influx in employment opportunity for the local community. As such, the development is greatly anticipated as, not only supporting core essential public services, but also in expanding the commercial traffic through the area. As for the project, the organisation has been able to confirm a £670k contract where it will see the provision of much-needed facade and glazing across the development, working alongside Metal Technology to develop curtain walling solutions for the property. These solutions are then to be integrated alongside automatic smoke vents and sliding entrance doors, providing not only a pleasant, but also efficient office environment for those working there. The project itself is expected to reach completion at a later point in the year and also serves as one of the most integral projects for Dudley’s Aluminium in the area this year. In addition to this project, however, it will also be continuing to work on its £300k project in support of the upcoming Acorn Retail Park which will, once again look to create vast amounts of employment and jobs in the area; leading retailers such as M&S and Aldi also playing a role in the development.
Most recently, Kawneer, a leading supplier of aluminium systems for architectural use, has been confirmed for a supply contract with Willmott Dixon and Scape Group’s JV, Sunesis for the provision of glazing systems. Now a preferred supplier for the JV, Kawneer is to supply casement windows, external doors and curtain walling across three of the JV’s school models, namely: Dewey, Paxton2 and Keynes2. Having worked with Willmott Dixon and Scape for some time now, the contract highlights a step up in the working relationship between the JV and Kawneer, with Mark Clemson, Sales and Marketing Director of Kawneer commenting that it brings their involvement to the next stage and that he is: “Delighted to have secured this much sought after supply chain framework.” In addition to the base provision of service, Kawneer will also be offering the JV support through technical expertise, which is to be brought in at every stage of the project. From the initial concept design and specification stage, all the way across the supply and installation of its products, Kawneer is to be involved at every stage; a clear nod at recognition of the company’s expertise and professionalism. Delivery of the installation service will be provided through Kawneer’s vast subcontractor network which has been tested and approved to ensure a high standard of service delivery.
A suburban Edinburgh home has enjoyed a makeover of epic proportions as David Blaikie Architects complete an eye-catching angular extension that doubles the size of the existing property with the provision of brand new amenity space including a kitchen and dining area. There’s even room for a new first floor bedroom. The double height extension at the home in the Blackhall area of the city has been designed to maximise available sunlight with work seeing a signature glazed addition built out into and cantilevering over the garden at a length of 50m. Light is captured through the steep slope of the ceiling plane which leads up to redeveloped attic space. The project had to be finished with reclaimed slate because of budgetary constraints with thermally modified timber cladding used to develop the walls and roof. Glazing was further maximised with minimal use of steel frame. David Blaikie Architects said in a statement that to satisfy planning overshadowing policies it had to dynamically model large volumes of the project. The extension, which is visible from the street, enjoys reflex angles to give order to the plan form while key views are addressed from the entrance door. This extends through the living space and down to the extensive 50m rear garden space, providing a good sun angle too. The frameless glass soars 5.1m in height with glazed corner cantilevers helping the home really stand out when passers-by see it from the street. The design also took into consideration shielding the family from the elements while providing privacy from neighbours with the timber clad north wall and slate covered roof accomplishing this. The garden is enhanced, as is its views, with the expanse of glass providing a welcoming stage for the sun and the picturesque surroundings.
