BUILDING FABRIC 55 Senior’s on the rise in the London residential market S
enior Architectural Systems has taken its aluminium fenestration solutions to new heights after being specifi ed on the
new Oaklands Rise mixed-use residential development in London, which is not only one of the UK’s largest regeneration projects but also one of Senior’s largest contracts to date. Designed by CZWG Architects and
constructed by the Vistry Partnership, the £175m scheme comprises three major tower blocks which vary in height from ten to 27 storeys. The buildings accommodate some 605 homes, 40 per cent of which are aff ordable housing, in addition to dedicated commercial space. Senior’s stylish and thermally effi cient aluminium doors, windows and curtain wall systems have been specifi ed throughout, with the manufacturer collaborating closely with its
supply chain partners. Senior partnered with specialist contractor OCL Facades to deliver the fenestration package for the fi rst phase residential scheme and with specialist contrac- tor Soundcraft on the commercial elements. Located in the Old Oak’s area of Willesden in
North West London, the development’s striking curved architecture has helped breathe new life into the local area. Senior’s slim profi le SF52 aluminium curtain wall system has been used to create the striking faceted curved elevation, with the smooth rounded corners of the balconies and corner apartments further accentuating the design. Senior’s robust SPW500 aluminium commercial doors were used externally and installed to the fi re exits and main entrance, with SPW600 aluminium doors fi tted internally throughout communal areas. With the need to increase energy effi ciency
and reduce the carbon footprint of the scheme, Senior’s patented low U-value PURe® aluminium windows and PURe® SLIDE patio doors were also chosen for the scheme. As well as contributing to lower energy bills for the residents, the slim sightlines of the PURe® aluminium windows and doors perfectly frame the development’s far-reaching views over London and the attractive green streetscape below. The stylish PURe® SLIDE aluminium sliding doors also provide select apartments with access to individual roof terraces, creating a seamless link between the interior and exterior spaces. Senior’s aluminium fenestration systems were
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also powder-coated to provide extra durability and to complement the aesthetic of exterior brickwork which pays homage to the rich indus- trial heritage of development’s surroundings and close proximity to the Grand Union Canal and a historic Grade II railway bridge. Oaklands Rise has been developed by
Genesis Housing in partnership with West London football club Queens Park Rangers, which has expressed interest in creating a brand new stadium in the area. Constructed over several phases, Senior Architectural Systems fi rst became involved in the scheme in 2016, with the total fenestration package value estimated to be in the region of £7m, making it Senior’s most substantial contract win to date.
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The popular greenteQ Orion TS007 3 star profile cylinder from hardware specialist VBH is now available in bespoke keyed alike suites. Until now, keyed alike cylinders were available in factory-produced pairs or batches of 10, but all the cylinders were matching in size and finish. With the new option to open and re-pin Orion cylinders, customers can now have cylinders of different sizes and finishes, all operated by the same key; perfect in a home with a composite front door, an aluminium bi-fold and a PVCu back door, for example. Orion keyed alike sets are processed and despatched usually within 3-5 working days. Dan Powell, Head of Sales at VBH, who has been heavily involved in the development of Orion says, “We are delighted to advise our existing customers and the market at large that everything is now in place to produce customer-bespoke keyed alike sets. Orion has proved incredibly popular with door manufacturers and installers, as well as the locksmith industry, since its launch in 2021. The key alike option will only enhance its appeal.” Orion cylinders are approved to Kitemark TS007 with a full 3 star rating. They are available in key/key, and key/thumb turn variants.
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