Douro Place

Bespoke stacking sliding box rooflight for this residential project

Client

Private Client

Architect

Scapolan Burney

Location

London

Contractor

CC Construction Ltd

Sector

Residential

Project overview:

Working alongside CC Construction Ltd and Scapolan Burney Architects, we designed, manufactured and installed a bespoke stacking box sliding rooflight for this residential project.

Designed to provide a 66% opening, the rooflight creates a substantial connection between the interior and the surrounding roof terrace, bringing flexibility, daylight and an open-air feel to the space when fully opened. Measuring 3859mm wide x 3620mm span x 1137mm high, the bespoke system combines a distinctive architectural appearance with integrated automation, safety and weather protection.

Our scope:

Our scope covered the complete design, manufacture and installation of the bespoke stacking sliding rooflight, including:

A unique three-wall-box stacking sliding rooflight providing a 66% opening.
Overall dimensions of 3859mm wide x 3620mm span x 1137mm high.
Bespoke RAL 9010 Pure White internal finish and RAL 7022 Umbra Grey external finish.
Integrated rain sensor for automated weather protection.
External access keypad for controlled operation.bespoke stacking sliding rooflight for this residential project
Safe edge system for enhanced operational safety.
Battery backup to maintain operation in the event of a power interruption.
Integration with the property’s Crestron control system.

The result is a highly bespoke rooflight solution that combines a large opening with sophisticated control and safety technology.

Douro Place box sliding rooflight outside - closed

Douro Place box sliding rooflight keypad entry

Douro Place box sliding rooflight -outside

Douro Place box sliding rooflight rain sensor

Douro Place box sliding rooflight shut - inside

Main challenges:

Maximising the opening: The three-wall-box stacking configuration was developed to achieve a substantial 66% opening while working within the available roof terrace space.
Integrating multiple systems: The rooflight incorporates rain sensing, keypad access, safe-edge protection and battery backup, alongside integration with the property’s Crestron control system. Coordinating these elements was essential to delivering a smooth operation.
Bespoke design & manufacture: The rooflight needed to sit naturally within the contemporary roof terrace, with contrasting internal and external finishes carefully specified to complement the surrounding architecture.

The result:

The completed rooflight provides a distinctive architectural feature to the residential roof terrace, combining expansive glazing with a highly engineered opening mechanism.

When opened, the three-wall-box system creates a 66% opening, allowing the space to connect directly with the terrace and surrounding environment. When closed, the glazed structure provides a light-filled enclosure with a strong visual connection to the roof terrace. The integration of automated weather protection, safety features and Crestron control adds another layer of functionality to the bespoke installation.

Outcomes:

A substantial 66% opening: The unique stacking configuration maximises the connection between the interior and roof terrace.
Integrated smart control: Rain sensing, keypad access, battery backup and Crestron integration provide sophisticated, controlled operation.
A bespoke architectural solution: Custom dimensions, finishes and detailing create a rooflight specifically tailored to the residential project and its rooftop setting.

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 had the pleasure of working with Next Generation Rooflights on The Harrison renovation. They designed, manufactured, and installed over 220 m² of bespoke rooflights and specialist glazing, including contemporary structural glass boxes for the new roof terrace, self-supporting pyramidal lanterns, and multi-section rooflights for office and lightwell areas. From the outset, they proactively collaborated with the design team, using their extensive knowledge of overhead glazing to develop details that integrated with the historical and new build elements on this challenging refurbishment. They demonstrated exceptional professionalism, a strong commitment to quality, and an ability to deliver on time and to specification. The project was completed to a high standard and handed over snag free, and their dedication and expertise made the process smooth and efficient. We would highly recommend NGR for any projects requiring premium specification rooflights, delivered with precision, teamwork, and reliability.

Matt Coleman, Senior Project Manager, RED Construction Group

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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