Boehringer Ingelheim

Free spanning self-supporting gridshell rooflight

Client

Herbert H Drew & Son Limited

Architect

GDM Architects

Location

Bracknell

Sector

Commercial

Office

The Design Brief

Our brief was to design, supply & install a gridshell rooflight that was like a ‘slice of the side of a rugby ball’. The perimeter structure would be provided, but we were to work with the project structural engineer in terms of providing thrust forces etc.

Glass ceiling with a geometric pattern, showing blue sky and clouds through it.

Geometric glass ceiling with triangular panels and blue sky visible through them.

A geometric glass ceiling with a triangular grid structure against a blue sky.

A large skylight with a geometric pattern, letting in natural light, is set in a white ceiling, creating a bright and open atmosphere.

A triangular glass ceiling with a geometric grid pattern, allowing natural light into the room below.

Spacious modern office interior with large skylight, glass doors, and tiled floors.

A geometric glass skylight is set in a white, angular frame on a flat rooftop. Trees and a multi-story building are visible in the background.

Modern rooftop with large glass panels and metallic ventilation systems against a blue sky backdrop with light clouds and contrails.

A rooftop with geometric glass panels, set against a backdrop of blue sky and distant buildings.

A geometric glass roof with triangular panels, set against a backdrop of a blue sky and distant buildings, viewed from a rooftop.

The Challenge

To create a visually impressive source of natural light in the new office extension for this global, research-driven pharmaceutical company embracing many cultures and diverse societies.

The Solution

This beautiful 12m x 6m fully self-supporting fixed glazing. Modelled using the glazing company’s 3D design software. The supporting members are a combination of 80mm x 120mm and 80mm x 80mm steel sections. The skylight was fully fabricated off site and lifted into place as a single unit.

Whether you’re at planning or construction stage why not see how we could help you add natural light and space to your commercial office space; you can call us on 01223 792244 or pop us an email via info@nextgenrooflights.co.uk outlining what help you need.

In our clients words:

We recently had the pleasure of working with Next Generation Rooflights on the design, manufacture and installation of a large bespoke mono pitch atrium rooflight. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. The team demonstrated outstanding professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail throughout the entire process. The rooflight itself was perfectly tailored to our specifications and enhances the natural light in the space beautifully. The quality of the materials and craftsmanship is evident, and we have received numerous compliments on the stunning design. We were particularly impressed with the team's commitment to meeting our deadlines and their ability to navigate the complexities of the project with ease. Their communication was clear and consistent, ensuring that we were always informed and confident in the progress. Overall, we couldn't be happier with the result and highly recommend Next Generation Rooflights for any rooflight installations. Their dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction is truly commendable.

James Hunt, adt workplace

We've been working with the team for quite some years and find their customer care second to none. The products are always on point and manufacturing is flawless. Communication is always swift and informative. All we really want in the rooflight world is, quick answers, good prices, great products, and delivery on time. They tick all these boxes.

Sam Goodwin, Alpha Structures

The Hurlingham Club project demanded a sensitive and technically complex approach, and Next Generation Rooflights proved to be a good partner throughout. From early design development to installation, the NGR team worked with us to deliver bespoke rooflights that both complement the Club’s historic character and improve the quality of the internal spaces. Their technical capability, collaborative approach, and attention to architectural detail were key to the success of the project. We would happily use their expertise on our future projects.

Howard Pye, Associate Director, Jestico+Whiles

The Hurlingham Club was a highly detailed project that required careful coordination across all trades. Next Generation Rooflights proved to be a reliable partner on site, delivering bespoke rooflight solutions to a very high standard. Their team’s professionalism, proactive approach, and commitment to meeting programme requirements ensured the installation was completed safely and efficiently working closely with the Knight Harwood project team and interfacing sub-contractors. We valued their collaborative attitude and the successful outcome, and would be pleased to work with them again on future projects.

Peter Howe, Director, Knight Harwood

We have been working with the team for approximately 3 years now. Their sales and technical team are always very proactive and helpful with any request to quote for projects or alter technical drawings. We use them as their quality of product is unmatched, we look forward to continuing to build the partnership with them over the coming years

Luis Evitt, Rooflight Solutions

Our associations

Carbon Neutral Organisation

At Next Generation Rooflights we are committed to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions as much as possible and offsetting the remainder through verified carbon offsetting schemes.

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Made in Britain

Next Generation Rooflights are designed and crafted to clients exacting specifications at our Suffolk factory to ensure high-quality British products – Proudly Made in Britain.