EXTERIORS


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Senior supports landmark West Yorkshire regeneration scheme


T


he regeneration of a historic industrial building in Wakefi eld is anything but ‘run of the mill’ thanks to an inspired design by Hawkins/Brown and a high- performance fenestration package supplied by Senior Architectural Systems. Part of the group of buildings formerly known as Rutland Mills, which are located close to The Hepworth art gallery, the once derelict property has been given a new lease of life and a new name, with Gradient Mill now providing fi ve-storeys of modern commercial offi ce space.


in Wakefi eld is the latest addition to the ambitious


The new Gradient Mill offi ce building Tileyard North regeneration


scheme which has created the UK’s largest creative industries hub outside of London. The new building has been delivered by Morgan Sindall Construction,


with


Wakefi eld based specialist contractor Neu- Glass fabricating and installing Senior’s SF52 aluminium curtain wall system, alongside the


manufacturer’s patented PURe® windows and doors.


aluminium


Combining a slim frame with strength and thermal effi ciency, Senior’s popular SF52 aluminium curtain wall system has been installed to the ground fl oor level alongside robust PURe®


Commercial Doors that


provide safe and secure access to the building. On the upper fl oors, large glazed openings have been created using Senior’s low U-value PURe®


aluminium windows which help to


minimise heat loss and fl ood the offi ces with natural light to create a more comfortable interior space. Smaller window units have been installed to the top fl oor, which is open to the underside of the steel truss roof, echoing the character of the adjacent mill buildings and providing a dramatic, light- fi lled workspace. The project team, led by Hawkins/Brown, has worked hard to repair and retain as much of the fabric of the original buildings as possible. It was vital that the new glazing


units complemented the nineteenth century architecture and a provided an effi cient interface with the existing structure. As a Yorkshire based business, Senior was well placed to meet the demands of such a large and complex contract as all of the company’s products were manufactured in nearby Rotherham and Doncaster, for timely transportation to the site in Wakefi eld.


01709 772600 www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk


Hörmann delivers a complete door solution – inside and out


A


contemporary renovation project in Leicestershire has been completed with the installation of a comprehensive suite of high-quality residential doors from Hörmann UK, showcasing the brand’s ability to deliver cohesive solutions both externally and internally. The family home features a Hörmann sectional garage door and aluminium entrance door, complemented inside by a range of side- hinged, pocket, and fi re doors. Externally,


the property features a Hörmann LPU42 double-sized sectional


garage door, designed with a 42 mm thick door leaf that delivers excellent thermal effi ciency – making it an ideal choice for the integrated


garage. For added convenience


and security, the door is fully automated with a Hörmann Supramatic P motor, operated by two hand transmitters. The door is fi nished in elegant Silkgrain, perfectly complementing the home’s modern architectural style, while the Agate grey (RAL 7038) colour harmonises seamlessly with the external cladding and overall material palette of the property. A Hörmann ThermoSafe high-performance aluminium entrance door with a glazed side panel was selected to complement and match the style and premium fi nish of the sectional garage door. The door features a 73 mm thick leaf, delivering excellent thermal effi ciency with Thermosafe doors being able to achieve U-values as low as 0.8 W/(m2·K). Equipped with the latest multi-point locking systems, it provides enhanced security and peace of mind against forced entry and achieves acoustic


insulation of 30 dB. To harmonise with the garage door and the home’s exterior aesthetic, the entrance door is fi nished in a silk matt Agate grey on both sides and features modern polished stainless-steel handles and concealed hinges for a fl awless, contemporary fi nish. Internally, the project was completed with a total of 12 Hörmann ProLine Duradecor doors,


including nine side-hinged, two


pocket, and a 30-minute fi re door connecting the integral garage to the living area of the house. Constructed from high-quality timber materials with a vibrant, textured laminated surface, the doors deliver a clean, sophisticated fi nish that complements the home’s modern interior design.


info@hormann.co.uk www.hormann.co.uk


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