Anthracite Grey Sliding Window, Sliding Door and Shaped Frame Windows in Infill Plot on the Edge of Exeter

Background

After struggling to find a piece of land in their desired location this infill plot caught the now homeowners attention. The plot previously formed part of the garden of the neighbouring thatched cottage, on the edge of Exeter.

The Project

The 460-sqm site already had outline planning permission for a new home. However there were issues such as rights to light and overlooking which had to be considered when the property was being designed. Plus strict height and volume restrictions which had been imposed by the planning authority.

Taking these restrictions into consideration Living Space Architects designed a space which responded to the sites requirements. With a cleverly folded roof, which externally overcomes the rights to light restrictions, and internally prevents overlooking from the neighbours. With the added benefit of creating a series of different views throughout the open plan living space.

The house has been designed with a lower-ground floor level which hosts the master bedroom, en-suit, hallway, and utility. Then an upper ground level, with open plan kitchen/dining and living space, then two further bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor. Plus a mezzanine level over the living space, which can be used as a 4th bedroom when the need arises.

Externally the walls have been clad in a combination of vertical larch boards and a two-tone cream and red render, to match the local red-soil. With a zinc coated roof, and an eye catching aluminium brise soleil to address issues of solar shading.

Glazing Products

The slim and contemporary aluminium window openings have been designed for privacy. Using a mixture of obscure and clear glass, fixed and opening windows.

The 5.3 metre wide lift and slide door, connects the living area with the garden. The large sliding door helps to create an illusion that the floor extends beyond the glass, and out to the outdoor rooms. Creating a feeling of space and openness.

A matching sliding window was installed into the kitchen. The sliding window ensures that no outside or inside space is lost when the window is opened. As the window can simply slide to the right to open and then back again to close. The same lift and slide mechanism is used in the window as in the sliding door, allowing for effortless opening. The window can be opened just a few centimetres for a little fresh air, or fully opened to pass food out to the outside seating area beyond.

Fixed shaped windows, sit near the eaves of the roof, matching the lines of the roof above. Creating an architectural feature whilst helping to flood the space with light.

All finished in RAL 7016 – Matt, Anthracite grey.

Learn More

There is no better way to choose your new windows and doors then by discovering and experiencing your options in our Exeter showroom. Book a showroom appointment where one of our dedicated consultants can review your requirements, guide you through the product range and the options available to you. Our team can ensure the products you choose will enhance your space, fit your requirements, suit your budget and exceed your expectations. Book a showroom appointment today, or call the team on 01392 444233.

All photos in the projects gallery show actual work undertaken by the Aspect Windows team.

Copyright of Living Space Architects Ltd


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About this project

Location
Exeter, Devon

Material
Aluminium Glazing

Products
Sliding Window, Sliding Door, Casement Windows, Shaped Frame Windows, Entrance Door

Colour
RAL 7016 - Matt, Anthracite Grey

Architect
Living Space Architects

Photographer
Brownhill Photography

Our Product Range
ALUMINIUM WINDOWS
LIFT & SLIDE SLIDING DOORS
SLIM SLIDING DOORS
BI-FOLDING DOORS
ENTRANCE DOORS
COMPOSITE WINDOWS
COMPOSITE DOORS
CURTAIN WALLING
STEEL LOOK EXTERNAL DOORS
STEEL LOOK INTERNAL DOORS
FLAT ROOFLIGHTS
LANTERN ROOFLIGHTS
FRENCH DOORS
COMMERCIAL GLAZING

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Mrs Trestain, Padstow

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Mr & Mrs Leonard, Exeter

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Mr Foster, Exeter

"I had chosen Aspect Windows in Exeter to supply the glazing as they had a good reputation and specialised in aluminium doors windows and curtain walling. Aspect were brilliant throughout the design and fitting process, working to incredibly tight tolerances especially on the curtain walling."

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