A total of 14 triple-glazed roof windows were selected for the self-build home, which was designed by Brennan and Wilson Architects’ Julie Wilson. Providing insulation The roof windows have been designed to feature widened sash frames to minimise thermal bridges. This offers improved window insulation and energy efficiency. The windows were fitted on the south-facing[…]

CMS Window Systems helps cut fuel poverty for social housing residents CMS Window Systems helps in transformation of Whiston House Transformation of Whiston House, high-rise block of 42 flats, is part of a £30 million Energy Company Obligation (ECO) project by social housing provider Walsall Housing Group (WHG) and British Gas, and also includes external[…]

Pollen House was originally built in an area known for its tailors, and is today renowned for its many commercial art galleries, sitting close to the Royal Academy and surrounded by the likes of Burlington Arcade. The minimal frames with flush hinges and locks provide clean lines which complements the new interiors. A high specification[…]

Wrightstyle is a leading European advanced glazing company and supplies its steel and aluminium systems worldwide.  Lee Coates, the company’s technical director, looks at how advanced glazing systems can counter terrorist attack.   Wrightstyle on living in interesting times “May you live in interesting times,” is widely regarded as an ancient Chinese curse – except[…]

Fakro PYP-V high-pivot PVC roof window. PYP-V proSky® high-pivot PVC roof window One of the new Fakro roof windows launched for 2015 . The innovative balanced hinge mechanism enables the sash to be positioned as required so that users can stand with an unobstructed in an open window. The sash height is significantly greater than[…]