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Tilda Publishing
Blenheim Palace
Project Scope
Frameless Structural Glass Extension
Architectural metalwork
Bespoke Folded Aluminium Gutter
Pivot doors
Frameless Structural Glass Extension
Architectural metalwork
Bespoke Folded Aluminium Gutter
Pivot doors
Client: Blenheim Estates
Architect: Andrew Spurring Architect
Contractor: Blenheim Estates
Address: Blenheim Palace, Estates Office, Oxfordshire
Key Challenges
Acquiring planning permission from local authorities
Conservation officers
Minimal interference and an un-interrupted view of the original building.
The Brief
Our
Approach
Approach
Working with the architect on the planning stage, Glass Structures Ltd submitted a pc sum to the client for the required works. We were then appointed to the project. We worked with the architect on the provisional design, providing CGIs to see how the glass extension would look with the original building.
Once appointed the project, we attended site to conduct a 3D survey ensuring everything was level and square prior production of the glass, metal and aluminium pressings.
The transparent nature of the glass means this type of extension barely interrupts the view of the original building. Framework can be kept to a minimum and if the building is particularly important, low iron glass can be specified removing green/blue tint from the glass increasing the transparency.
The transparent nature of the glass means this type of extension barely interrupts the view of the original building. Framework can be kept to a minimum and if the building is particularly important, low iron glass can be specified removing green/blue tint from the glass increasing the transparency.
The Result
Now fully complete, the project looks highly impressive and have made the clients and architects vision a reality.
The use of the glazing allows natural light to flood the building enhancing productivity within the offices. With the right preparation, planning and design; we were able to achieve perfection.