This new residential-led mixed-use development was designed to offer over 370 new build-to-rent apartments, addressing the increasing demand for such accommodation in the vicinity.
The development features a variety of living spaces, including studio apartments, one, two, and three-bedroom residences, as well as ground-floor commercial spaces encompassing retail shops, food and beverage outlets, and a fitness centre.
The Brief
Sustainability and lifecycle credentials were key to the design specification, as well as finding solutions for complex details and interface challenges.
A roofing solution was required to support the lifecycle of the building along with excellent product reputation. Given the quality, longevity, and environmental considerations required from the roofing design, the roofing system properties and performance were extremely important from the outset.
Controlling waterflow
After comprehensive discussions with the client, a combination of Alumasc’s Hydrotech and BluRoof systems were determined to be the perfect solutions for this project, both versatile systems that have a proven history across new build projects for residential, commercial, and public buildings.
By incorporating these systems within the design, Alumasc was able to offer a comprehensive and sustainable solution for water management, providing benefits that extend beyond stormwater control to encompass environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and long-term cost savings.
The Alumasc BluRoof system was incorporated throughout the design to counteract the effects of heavy rainfall. The BluRoof system is designed to alleviate flood-risk by attenuating stormwater via controlled discharge over a 24-hour period at roof level. This mitigates the effects of flash flooding and intense rainfall events, which are becoming more common as climate change impacts weather patterns
and increasing urbanisation.
The key feature is the ability to regulate the release of rainwater from the roof through adjustable flow control outlets, meaning it is versatile and can be used in several different applications from roofs to podiums, even combining multiple levels and larger catchment areas on roofs.
Sustainability
The design blends both hard and soft landscaping elements, incorporating extensive planting throughout the scheme. This strategic approach not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also contributes significantly to the attainment of noteworthy biodiversity net gain credentials. By promoting sustainable water practices and energy efficiency, the Alumasc BluRoof system contributes to the reduction of a building’s carbon footprint. This aligns with broader environmental goals and sustainability initiatives.
Alumasc’s Hydrotech system was specified for the inverted roof areas. It can be easily applied to different substrates, including horizontal and vertical surfaces. Hydrotech has a successful track record spanning more than 50 years and is designed to last the lifetime of a building structure, it is also subject to the highest levels of certification and testing. The formulation consisted of refined asphalts and synthetic rubbers with 30% recycled content.
