Project Location: 10 Brickets Road, St. Albans UK.

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Scope of work: DesignFit was tasked with designing a contemporary façade solution that would complement the city's historic character. The project aimed to create a visually striking and high-performance building envelope by integrating Schüco's innovative curtain wall system, combined with aluminum rainscreen panels and canopies.

 

Design and Materials Selection

• Schüco Curtain Wall System: A bespoke curtain wall system was designed to meet the specific requirements of the project, incorporating a combination of fixed and operable glazing.

• High-Performance Glass: Low-E glass with advanced coatings was selected to optimize thermal performance and reduce energy consumption.

• Aluminium Profiles: Durable and weather-resistant aluminum profiles were used to create a sleek and minimalist aesthetic.

• Aluminium Rainscreen Panels and Canopies: These panels were designed to provide a durable and weather-resistant exterior cladding solution, protecting the building envelope from the elements.

 

Fabrication Drawings

To ensure accurate fabrication and installation, detailed fabrication drawings were created for:

• Pressed Metal: Precision-engineered pressed metal components were designed to connect the curtain wall elements and provide structural support.

• Brackets: Customized brackets were fabricated to secure the curtain wall system and rainscreen panels to the building structure.

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DesignFit's meticulous attention to detail, combined with the careful selection of materials and the creation of precise fabrication drawings, resulted in a façade solution that not only met functional requirements but also significantly enhanced the building's aesthetic appeal and long-term performance. This was achieved through a collaborative approach leveraging our expertise in Facade design services, including Curtain wall design services.