Regatta HQ
by Fletcher Rae Architects and One Environments for Regatta The conversion of an existing industrial warehousing into the corporate head offices, provided an opportunity to
Commercial and non-residential buildings
Materials
Introduction
The materials used for a building affect how well it functions and lasts over time. They also influence how it relates to what is around it and how it is experienced. Materials should be practical, durable and attractive. Choosing the right materials for the site’s context will ensure new development fits harmoniously with its surroundings.
NRM 1
Materials
CODE
Description
Compliance
CODE
Proposed primary materials must reflect the dominant material palette from the surrounding context.
Description
Look for design cues in the immediate area to influence your choice of materials. Whilst the materials used for traditional buildings may not be appropriate for modern construction methods, materials must make refect the traditional colours, texture, bonding and brickwork used within the contextThe context includes the immediate surroundings of the site, the neighbourhood in which it sits and the wider setting. The context may include the physical surroundings of topography, movement patterns and infrastructure, built form and uses. An understanding of the context, history and character of an area must influence the siting and design of new development. More of the site.
Trafford’s places are characterised by the use of common building materials. A study of the most appropriate type and use of local materials will result in a project that complements its local area.
Compliance
Applicants should demonstrate in their submission how this element of the code has been complied with.
Area types
- Bowdon – Bowdon ‘white brick’. Polychromatic brickwork. Terracotta.
Documents required:
- Facade design analysis
- Materials schedule
- Elevational drawings
- Street scenes
- Code requirement signposted in the Design and Access Statement
Examples of quality commercial building materials
NRM 2
Cladding
CODE
Description
Compliance
CODE
Vary the texture and modulation of cladding materials.
Description
Proprietary cladding materials may be appropriate for certain types of development such as industrial units. Where they are considered appropriate, vary the cladding materials to provide subtle interest and variation in the elevation.
At ground floor level, use robust cladding materials, such as brickwork, to avoid damage which could affect the appearance and integrity of more lightweight cladding materials.
Consider the effects of weathering on cladding materials, ensuring that as they weather it will not impact negatively on the appearance of the building.
Cladding can be colourful or vibrant, when using colour avoid using a palette which is too broad – similar or varied tones are usually more successful.
Compliance
Applicants should demonstrate in their submission how this element of the code has been complied with.
Documents required:
- Facade design analysis
- Materials schedule
- Elevational drawings
- Street scenes
- Code requirement signposted in the Design and Access Statement
Examples of cladding materials and application
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