Reynaers Aluminium UK is crediting the environmental credentials and design flexibility of its ConceptWall 50 (CW 50) curtain walling system for its selection for the St Magnus House refurbishment.
St Magnus House is an 11-storey office block on the north bank of the River Thames at 3 Lower Thames Street. Designed by Richard Seifert and completed in 1984, it is now being refurbished by Mace Construct for Pegasi Management Company to bring it up to modern performance standards.
CW 50 curtain walling from Reynaers Aluminium UK was chosen to replace the existing brutalist cement 蹿补莽补诲别.
Working with architect Buckley Grey Yeoman (BYG), Mace chose Reynaers supplier Century Facades, which appointed Aluminium & Glass Facades (AGF) to help with the building revamp. As part of the face lift, the building will be renamed Fresh Wharf.
John McComb, technical director at Reynaers Aluminium UK, said: 鈥淭he challenge with this retrofit project was sourcing products that will not only enhance the aesthetic of the building but can also deliver low-carbon and energy efficient performance. The targets were extremely challenging, and these were met with our low-carbon offering.
鈥淩eynaers low carbon aluminium CW 50 curtain walling has been specified for its stand-out combination of high performance and recyclability, as well as compatibility with green technologies. It was developed for easy fabrication and installation, reducing complexity, project time, and minimising the overall carbon footprint.鈥�
He added: 鈥淭he CW 50 is the ideal choice for making the most of the location of the project, with its slim 50mm width and ability to support glass up to 700kg. The system delivers unobstructed views and maximises natural light, opening up the fa莽ade to the river, giving panoramic views of the South Bank, Tower Bridge and the Shard.鈥�
Century Facades managing director Tim Lovell said: 鈥淭he use of Reynaers low carbon aluminium is integral to the reinvention of St Magnus House as an example of circular design principles. Replacing the monolithic cement facade with Reynaers鈥� CW 50 enhances the modernity of the building while minimising its environmental impact.
鈥淲orking closely with the architect to meet the design specification, Aluminium & Glass Facades, in partnership with ourselves has been able to rely on Reynaers as a trusted partner to ensure the integration of design and sustainability are fully realised. Once completed, the high-performance facade will continue to reduce energy consumption and lower carbon emissions, reducing the building's environmental impact long-term.鈥�