Design Buy Build - Issue 57 2022

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ARCHITECTS PROJECTS

ORCHARD HOUSE Bespoke glazing for a luxury new build home in Radlett This expansive new build follows a highly glazed design, utilising a number of bespoke engineered glazing solutions to create an indoor-outdoor style of living. IQ worked closely with the architects to design a glazing package that was tailored to the contemporary new build, using a mix of frameless and slim framed glazing systems with technical

The ground floor has been clad in large format limestone, contrasting the first floor which uses render as the primary building material. The neutral and minimal palette allows the oversized glazing to be the primary feature, with natural light playing a key role in the light and airy interior design. The double height entrance design features double height

glazing integrations where required, such as marine grade glazing to the swimming pool area.

architectural glazing, encompassing a statement spiral staircase that acts as a design feature within the interior design. Oversized slim framed sliding doors were installed at multiple points throughout the luxury home, granting access to the surrounding gardens and the terraced areas surrounding the dwelling. The floorplan follows an H shape, wrapping around a courtyard in the back garden that features a large tree in the centre and leads to a large decking platform that was created for outdoor dining. Metal sliding screens have been installed to offer a built-in shading and privacy solution for some of the large elevations of glazing, maintaining the modern and minimal design. The bespoke glazing for a luxury home in Radlett also included a range of architectural glazing solutions including frameless glass balustrades, floor to ceiling glass walls and frameless picture windows to modernise the architectural design.

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