The completion of Willen House marks a milestone in façade engineering, demonstrating how careful material selection and precise execution elevate both performance and design. The project integrates aluminium heritage-style windows, fluted GRC (Glass Reinforced Concrete) cladding, and aluminium rainscreen panels, achieving a balance between contextual architectural character and modern building efficiency.
Aluprof UK supplied MB-Ferroline heritage-style aluminium windows, engineered for high thermal performance with U-values compliant with current building regulations, while retaining traditional proportions and detailing. The aluminium frames incorporate advanced thermal breaks, ensuring energy efficiency without compromising the heritage aesthetic.
The façade fabrication and installation were executed by Alliance Facade Services Ltd, using precision CNC profiling and tested anchoring systems to guarantee structural stability, long-term durability, and water tightness. The combination of fluted GRC panels with aluminium rainscreen cladding ensures both robust weather protection and visual rhythm, with careful attention to module repetition, joint detailing, and façade alignment.
Architectural design by tp bennett emphasizes proportional harmony and material quality, while RED Construction Group ensured seamless delivery with rigorous on-site quality control. The result is a façade that not only meets aesthetic expectations but also performs under demanding environmental conditions, setting a benchmark for future heritage-style aluminium façade projects.
Willen House exemplifies how heritage-inspired design can be fully integrated with modern façade technology, demonstrating industry-leading standards in precision installation, material performance, and collaborative project execution.
Source: Alliance Facade Services with additional information added by Glass Balkan