Architectural Metal
Fabrication specialist Metalline has played a leading role in the
transformation of an old Glassworks in Bristol.
The new build £75m
project is part of the regeneration of the Temple Quarter enterprise zone in
the city and includes a new office development at 3 Glass Wharf.
The office building
which will be occupied by HMRC, features a shimmering external envelope with an
amalgamation of glazed units and rainscreen panels finished in a palette of
champagne and sea foam green.
The result is an
external facade that creates a symmetry with both the surrounding buildings and
its proximity to the riverside area.
Metalline supplied
and manufactured over 3000m2 of
bespoke aluminium rainscreen panels which included large 4.0metre x 2.0metre
panels featuring a 3D effect diagonal crease across each panel to enhance the
light and shaded appearance of the façade. Each of these panels were finished
and delivered in batch quantity to ensure continuity of colour.
Working closely with
Darling Associates and Glassolutions, Metalline produced a special bespoke
support bracket to accommodate the 3D effect panels. These were pre-assembled
in factory-controlled conditions to shorten installation time on site.
Metalline also
supplied a range of aluminium interlocking soffits in varying lengths and
widths that create an eye-catching feature to each of the 8 storey balconies.
Metalline has
continued to invest in state-of-the-art machinery and has led the industry with
having capacity to process material of up to 6.0metres, this includes a custom
made 6.5metre vacuum bonding tent press, 6.0metre pressbrake and router beds.
This investment has given Metalline the ability to offer solutions for
designers and architects that previously were not available.
