Modern Coastal Architecture Created Using Technal Systems

Layered recessed glazed facades, created using TECHNAL aluminium systems, maximise occupant views and deliver a sleek seafront architectural focus for new, luxury apartments overlooking the beach at Gorey in Jersey.

Designed by Jersey-based Morris Architects, the development called The Beach comprises six apartments across four floors with undercroft car parking. Constructed by the main contractor, Camerons, the glazing package was coordinated by installer Style Windows who worked with fabricator Bonam and Berry Ltd to develop the specification.

Taking a contemporary approach to architectural design, architect Ricardo Marques specified the TECHNAL systems and explains how they have been incorporated: “Using layered glazed balconies and recessed facades, the building takes on a stylish streamlined appearance. 

A sweeping corner provides an open, translucent structure, which minimises impact on the adjacent cottages and the beach. Secondary vertical columns have been used to help articulate the horizontal curved form of the balconies.”

Maximising the beautiful view for the building’s occupants using minimal profiles was a priority for the design team, without compromising the façade’s weather performance at this exposed location. This was achieved using a range of aluminium systems from the extensive TECHNAL range.

For easy access to the balcony area on the seaside elevation, the TECHNAL C160S Lift & Slide aluminium door system has been installed on each level, combining minimal sightlines and high thermal performance with a user-friendly slide action that glides, effortlessly. One of the door sets is an impressive 4.5m wide x 2.4m high, comprising only two panes, both of which are sliding.

To achieve the curved glazed corners at each storey level, TECHNAL Elegance 52 ST Curtain Walling has been fabricated to the specified quadrant, with an external radius of 1.9m, resulting in an impressive glass arc width of almost 3m. 

Combined with the 2.4m floor-to-ceiling height, the Elegance 52 ST system has allowed for a truly breathtaking sweeping curve to the building. Internally, the mullion of the curtain walling aligns perfectly with the adjacent Lift & Slide doors, giving the façade an elegant, continuous flow across the elevation. 

“This is the beauty of TECHNAL systems,” explains Ricardo Marques. “Even with the high wind loads of this exposed location, we have been able to create a sleek facade solution.”

Other TECHNAL systems used on the project include four single doors and one double-set from the Dualframe Dualsecure 75mm range as well as its STII Doors to the entrance and escape doors. A selection of Dualframe 75mm SI windows in top hung, side hung and pivot configurations have also been installed throughout the building.

Taking advantage of the dual colour facility and to combat the extreme weather conditions of this coastal location, externally the systems are anodised to Anolok™ Umber 543 in contrast with the white rendered walls. Internally, a white powder coat finish has been used to maintain the light bright design inside the apartments.

To the north-facing elevation, standard Low-E toughened glass was specified with the rest glazed using solar control glass.

“Coastal developments always require a diligent approach to glazing specification”, explains Dave Sutcliffe from installer Style Windows who coordinated the glazing installation. 

He said: “The architect had a clear vision for the building and the facade required a precision specification to achieve the right balance between aesthetic and performance in relation to the building’s exposed location. Whilst installing beach-side was challenging, the finished facade looks impressive.”

Commercial director Andrew Spencer from fabricator Bonam and Berry Ltd reinforces the commitment to the versatile TECHNAL range commenting: 

“Bonam and Berry have supplied TECHNAL architectural aluminium products continuously for over 40 years, and uses the complete range of systems for residential, commercial, education and all public and private sector applications.”

For your next coastal project visit www.technal.com/en/uk/

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