Meath Gardens Looks A Picture With Aluminium Cladding

Panel Systems, the Sheffield-based insulation manufacturer has produced aluminium cladded panels that have been used to create a striking façade of Space2: Meath Gardens, a major new development of 124 one and two bedroom apartments in the heart of London.

Aluglaze panels were chosen because they helped the architect achieve the objective of creating an iconic building with a contemporary feel that fitted in perfectly with the ultra modern and prestigious surroundings of London's Docklands and Canary Wharf, home to some of the world's greatest financial institutions. The architect required cladding that offered durability and excellent thermal performance but also striking aesthetics that gave the building its own distinct identity amongst the other iconic buildings in the area.

Following a careful evaluation, the architects specified 5,000 sq metres of Panel Systems Aluglaze product because it met the brief perfectly. The panels were fitted by Inwido, the window contractor on this site, who were particularly impressed with the ease and speed with which the Aluglaze panels could be fitted.

Danny Phelan, Sales Manager at Panel Systems said, 'We are delighted that our Aluglaze panels were chosen for the Meath Gardens project. It is always great to be involved in prestigious projects, especially one of this scale and at the very heart of the capital means it will certainly be noticed! The finished building really does look superb and is another stunning addition to the East End of London.'

Aluglaze is an insulated infill panel comprising a Styrofoam insulated core sandwiched between two polyester-coated aluminium faces. As the panels offer a premium quality construction and a striking design, they are typically used where the architect is placing paramount importance on the aesthetics of a development. Available in a variety of thicknesses from 20mm to 150mm, Aluglaze also offers excellent levels of thermal conductivity, compressive strength and water resistance.

Graham Ive, Design Team Lead at Inwido said, 'Panel Systems were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They coped admirably with the massive demand required to service the project. Deliveries were always correct, on time and more importantly, undamaged - this allowed us to remain on schedule and meant the whole project ran smoothly.'

The architecture of the development is clean and sharp, with the Aluglaze paneling forming much of the building's nine-storey exterior and private balconies. The curvilinear design of the building produces the tapered shape of many of the apartments and allows more light to enter, creating lighter, more welcoming homes. This unique design of curved lines and enclosures also gives many of the apartments a wide aspect overlooking Meath Gardens, as it curves around the boundaries of the parkland.

Meath Gardens, in the heart of London's East End, is located in a popular residential area comprising of eight blocks in four buildings, conveniently close to the City and Canary Wharf.

Perfectly positioned between three underground stations and benefiting from a frequent and reliable bus service, Space2 looks set to provide a range of attractive homes for young professionals for years to come.
Panel Systems is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of insulation products, composite panels, structural foams and portable lightweight staging systems.

For more information visit the website www.panel-systems.co.uk or contact the sales office on 01142 75 2881