Agard Court, Derby
22nd January 2019

Agard Court, a £17m student flat development in Derby, with more than 200 bedrooms, was completed by Kingfisher Windows using PROFILE 22 Optima Flush tilt & turn PVCu windows.

The windows, in RAL 7016 smooth grey foil on white were chosen as a value engineered product to replicate aluminium. Acoustic glazing was specified to minimise outside road noise and clear Sn70-37, mitigating solar gain while allowing high natural light levels. The project was valued at £150,000.

Jonny Reynolds, Technical Director at Kingfisher Windows said: “The fixing system used meant that the pre-glazed windows could be fitted directly into the steel framing system, so the internal fit out could begin at the same time as the brick façade was being erected. This reduced the overall build time.”

The SFS system was constructed to include brackets designed to support the load of the windows. The windows were installed with an EPDM seal around the perimeter of the frame, making the interior airtight and watertight.

He added: “We worked with developers to ensure that everything was delivered accurately and on time. With a project like this, we have to work closely with our client to ensure the part we play is perfect. It’s always rewarding to see the end product when it looks as fantastic as this.”

trade@kingfisherwindows.co.uk