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West London’s revitalisation sparks surge in residential development


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apphire Balconies attention to detail ensured offsite manufactured balconies were meticulously delivered in phases to align with the construction timeline. Nestled on Merrick Road, The West Works site occupies the north-west corner of the former Malgavita Works site, once a pioneering margarine factory and later the home of Walls sausages. Under the stewardship of Redrow, the site has been transformed into a modern residential hub, with two additional projects already completed on Merrick Road. Comprising 489 apartments of various sizes and floor plans, along with a small commercial space, The West Works adopts a four-core concept, featuring a central courtyard and three core sections ranging from seven to 16 storeys in height. The standout feature of the development is the 22-storey Merrick Tower, distinguished by its striking brick cladding. To cater to diverse preferences, The West Works offers a range of apartment sizes,


Upon arrival at Merrick Road, the balconies were seamlessly integrated into the structure using cast-in anchors with thermal breaks,


and energy efficiency. While project accommodated


ensuring both rigidity maintaining


a consistent specification across all units, the


variations in


balcony placement and decking materials, underscoring Redrow’s commitment to customization and client satisfaction. The West Works stands as a testament to the transformative power of residential development in West London,


offering


layouts, and balcony types. Notably, 92 apartments feature Sapphire’s Glide-on™ Cassette®


balconies, adding visual interest


and flexibility to the design. Manufactured offsite in Sapphire’s specialist facility, these balconies were meticulously delivered in phases to align with the construction timeline, showcasing efficiency and precision in execution.


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residents a blend of modern amenities, connectivity, and architectural innovation. As the region continues to evolve, projects like The West Works serve as beacons of progress, reshaping the urban landscape and redefining the concept of contemporary living.


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Product highlight: ME055 FR Breather Membrane (WHITE)


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llbruck, a brand of Tremco CPG UK Ltd, is proud to announce the launch of the newest addition to their building facade protection range; ME055 FR Breather Membrane (WHITE).


The latest addition to the range is a non-combustible and highly vapour permeable breather membrane that is A1 in accordance with EN 13501-1 and water resistance to Class W2 in accordance with EN 13859-2.


Designed to be used as a full facade breather membrane on new build and refurbishment projects; this solution offered to the marketplace is highly breathable,


water resistant, and easy


to install. It is important to note that Illbruck’s FR Breather Membrane (WHITE) meets the fire performance for membranes installed on “relevant and higher risk” building types as defined in Approved Document B of the Building Regulations for England and Wales.


Features and Benefits of ME055 FR Breather Membrane (WHITE): • Class A1 Reaction to Fire Classification • UV-resistant up to 3 months before cladding


• High-temperature resistance • W2 water resistance • Classified as a breather membrane with an Sd value of 0.03 m.


This new product offers specifiers, architects, and main contractors confidence in product performance and suitability of product selection in a variety of applications. Suitable for use within high-rise buildings, timber


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frames, lightweight steel frame constructions, and off-site construction. One can rest assured that this product boosting an A1 fire classification will perform if ever called upon.


How can Illbruck support? Illbruck has a range of breather membranes, suitable for all applications. Our in-house specification team will be able to provide support for architects,


specifiers, and


designers in ensuring that the correct breather membrane is chosen for the project at hand.


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