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Darwin College

Innovative vented glazing for Grade II-listed Malting House at Darwin College, Cambridge

Darwin College enjoys an enviable location on the banks of the River Cam. Allies and Morrison were tasked with the John Bradfield Court refurbishment project. This was first such endeavour since the college was founded in 1964 – the Old Granary the main building at John Bradfield Court had been converted into student accommodation in the 1960s but as was the way at that time, consideration to the quality of its historic space was not forefront of mind.

Darwin College wanted John Bradfield Court to provide a focal point for College life as a flexible social and meeting space. The Grade II-listed Malting House was key feature and also a challenge with its tall, slate pitched roof.

Challenge Accepted

Addressing and overcoming challenges is what we do best at Next Generation Rooflights and the challenges of a tall, slate pitched roof was one we were happy to accept. For the John Bradfield Court project, we created bespoke vented glazing with thermally efficient glass that not only enhanced natural light but also significantly improved energy efficiency. The bespoke design incorporated seamless integration with the existing architecture, enhancing the building’s aesthetic.

Precision Execution

We worked with Messenger, the contractors on the project to ensure every aspect of the installation was executed with precision, from initial planning through to the final fit. This approach is a testament to our unwavering promise of delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality solutions for commercial projects’.

We believe the Old Malting House is another example where our creativity came to the fore as we designed and installed a truly bespoke glazing solution. The specific design requirements meant each piece of glazing was individually created to exact dimensions for this unique project. At Next Generation Rooflights, we understand that meticulous attention to detail and innovative design are paramount in delivering impeccable results.

Our client’s vision was central to our approach in the John Bradfield Court project, as trusted advisors, we ensured open lines of communication throughout the project’s duration, ensuring transparency and fostering a strong relationship with stakeholders. This collaborative ethos allowed us to navigate challenges effectively and keep alignment with the project’s aims.

Award Winning

The John Bradfield Court Project was nominated for and won the RIBA East Award in 2024 and is reminder to us at Next Generation Rooflights that our commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability, is worthwhile.

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If you’re ready to achieve your Commercial project goals? Reach out to our trusted advisors at 01223 792 244 or [email protected].

Innovative vented glazing for Grade II-listed Malting House at Darwin College, Cambridge

Client

Cambridge University

Location

Cambridge

Contractor

Messenger Construction Ltd

Sector

Commercial
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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

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

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