When
Brean Country Club began the construction of its new clubhouse on the Somerset
Coast, following the successful opening of the updated Brean Golf Club Course
in 2016, it chose Cedral fibre cement cladding to deliver a resilient and
visually striking exterior that would create a lasting impression for visitors.
Overlooking the picturesque 18th green of the golf course, the newly built clubhouse offers guests
rolling views of Brent Knoll and the Mendips through the wide expanse of glass,
which is complemented by Cedral Lap fibre cement cladding in colour Slate Grey.
Designed
by Arturus Architects, with installation completed by Wrencon Ltd, the
construction took just 14 months to complete.
Over
400sq.m of Cedral Lap fibre cement cladding was
installed across the exterior of the clubhouse, creating a contemporary
aesthetic that works in perfect harmony with the corresponding stone and glass
elements. 200sq.m of Cedral Click fibre
cement cladding was also specified in colour Grey for the soffits of the
building to add a flush fitted, contemporary finish.
Simon
Stacey, Associate at Arturus Architects, said: “We chose Cedral Lap fibre
cement cladding as part of the exterior’s construction as the client had
previously used the material throughout the renovation of its Leisure Park
buildings and was extremely pleased with the results. We originally looked to
specify timber cladding on the exterior of the clubhouse, however, the coastal
location of the site required an exterior solution that would withstand the
harshest of weather conditions.
“Cedral
fibre cement cladding was the ideal choice, as the client was already well
accustomed to the material’s longstanding resilience and low maintenance
properties. We were confident the facade would ensure the Club House’s exterior
would look just as good in years to come.”
As
part of the design process, Simon and his team wanted to create an aesthetic
that was in keeping with the surrounding buildings, as the site is located on a
former farm. Cedral Lap and Click fibre cement cladding not only fulfilled this
brief with its timber effect but also enabled the architects to create a
contemporary style to the exterior.
Gary Thorne from Wrencon Ltd, said: “We have worked with
Cedral Lap and Cedral Click fibre cement cladding on a range of residential and
commercial projects across Somerset for many years, so we were confident in its
ease of installation. The
construction of the clubhouse is a steel frame, with a Metsec steel frame
walling system. The insulation was fitted 30mm behind the Cedral cladding for
improved thermal performance, whilst also maintaining ventilation.
“As
it is a very exposed site just off the Severn Estuary, we knew that Cedral
would provide a resilient exterior that would still offer the same high quality
finish in years to come, regardless of the weather conditions. We are extremely
pleased with the final result.”
Brean
Country Club is one of Somerset’s leading wedding venues, offering a range of
leisure and entertainment facilities to both the local and surrounding areas,
with holiday lodges also available for purchase or hire.
Cedral
Lap and Cedral Click fibre cement cladding are low maintenance alternatives to
traditional cladding materials, offering a minimum life expectancy of 50 years.
Resistant to rot, attack from insects and the external elements, the easy to
install solutions are available in a wide range of shades and finishes and has
a Class A fire performance rating.
