img(height="1" width="1" style="display:none" src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=2939831959404383&ev=PageView&noscript=1")

Bromley anew: High-rise opens up the views

The full-height glazing and wraparound balconies of a 17-storey new-build are giving residents a fresh take on their London borough commuter town

In association with
Perigon Heights, Bromley with stepped facades in stone, red brick and turquoise cladding. Main contractor, The Purelake Group. Architect, ECE Architecture.
Perigon Heights, Bromley with stepped facades in stone, red brick and turquoise cladding. Main contractor, The Purelake Group. Architect, ECE Architecture. Credit: ©The Purelake Group

Perigon Heights is bringing a whole new view to Bromley. The 17-storey residential block, now one of the town's tallest buildings, was built by regional developer Purelake with ECE Architecture.

The windows and patio doors installed in all 52 apartments were supplied by Velfac and ensure maximum natural light, optimum thermal and acoustic insulation and stunning views.

Floor-to-ceiling windows bring light and air into the bedrooms and living spaces and hinged and sliding glazed patio doors open out on to the balconies.

The internal timber window frames are painted Pure White (RAL 9010), a neutral finish ideal for the rental market.

Externally, the large windows add impact to the multi-height building, with the Dark Grey (RAL 7016) ultra-slim frames 'disappearing' into facades finished in red brick, buff stone and turquoise cladding.

According to Purelake construction director Noel Convert, Velfac is their go-to supplier for glazing thanks to the quality and durability of the product and the level of technical support available.

‘We have installed their system in a number of projects,' he says, 'and over the years have had very little comeback from tenants or purchasers relating to defects or faults - which is vital for our business.’ 

Velfac design support was key to the success of the project. A dedicated Velfac designer worked closely with ECE Architecture and produced drawings for every window and door for a perfect fit on installation.

The Velfac team ensured all glazing installed met the project's energy and noise control targets and the requirements of the local planning committee.

'This meant we could install a mix of double and triple glazing across the project, with performance tailored to individual facades,’ explains Convert.

  • Velfac patio doors open out on to a balcony at Perigon Heights.
    Velfac patio doors open out on to a balcony at Perigon Heights. Credit: ©The Purelake Group
  • Velfac floor-to-ceiling windows keep apartments bright and views expansive at Perigon Heights.
    Velfac floor-to-ceiling windows keep apartments bright and views expansive at Perigon Heights. Credit: ©The Purelake Group
  • Perigon Heights: 52 apartments make up one of Bromley's tallest buildings.
    Perigon Heights: 52 apartments make up one of Bromley's tallest buildings. Credit: ©The Purelake Group
123

Velfac: Top performing products and specialist expertise for complex projects

Velfac composite glazing has become the default choice for many major residential projects across the UK - not only because of its quality and value, but also for the company's wraparound services, which include:

  • Free-of-charge pre-contract consultancy
  • Extensive design support 
  • Sustainability consultancy
  • Bespoke manufacture
  • Expert installation services

Together, these add real value to the Velfac aluminium/timber system.

Velfac has the skills required to navigate complex, long-term residential projects and can help deliver stylish, secure, low-energy homes that make an important contribution to sustainability.

For more information and technical support, visit velfac.co.uk/commercial

 

Contact:

01480 759510

sales-support@dovista.com


 

Latest

Grimshaw partner Keith Brewis and project architect Abhi Chauhan explain how the twin-biome project recreates Oman's diverse climates

The garden features two biomes that recreate the country’s diverse climates

Liverpool architect David Collett highlights the beauty and delight of an underappreciated locale – Taiwan – which he argues is a ‘case study of the hypermodern 21st century’

Liverpool architect David Collett highlights the beauty and delight of an underappreciated locale

The ING Media founder’s years working in PR make her a formidable built-environment advocate, motivated to unpick the obstacles barring the path to a more sustainable future

The ING Media founder’s years working in PR make her a formidable built-environment advocate

Repurpose two market town buildings for the community, extend an historic subterranean venue, create a garden zone in a city square – some of the latest architecture contracts and competitions from across the industry

Latest: Derbyshire market town refurb

Three very different – but equally indulgent – bathrooms highlight the reinforcing impact that tailored features can bring, finds Pamela Buxton

Three very different – and indulgent – bathrooms highlight the reinforcing impact of tailored features