By Provista Balustrade Systems
Provista Balustrade Systems has installed Semi-Frameless Glass balustrades to the decks of 16 units in a new development in Newlands, Wellington.
The development, designed to help meet strong demand for smaller communal housing near an urban centre, is on a corner site. The two-level units feature an attractive modern exterior combining low maintenance materials with clean lines and complementary colour combinations. The balustrades feature a Silver Pearl powder coat finish in keeping with other exterior finishes. Provista’s baluster-style aluminium balustrading was also used as an attractive and safe finish to walled areas in the rear of the development.
Having used Provista solutions in previous projects, and found both their knowledge and support at a high level and range of solutions very diverse, the Architects specified Provista’s ‘Panorama’ Semi-frameless solution to provide a stylish balustrade to the second level of each apartment as well as rear access areas. The balustrade is affixed to the building structure using Provista’s aluminium Gutter Bracket solution. Both the balustrade and Gutter Bracket have been engineered for Extra High wind zones as standard.
In keeping with the design of the building, the solution also features a ‘Retro’ rectangular handrail profile. Provista’s ‘Ultra’ three-way post profile has been utilised offering completely hidden fixings for a very clean and lineal result. The glass utilised is Metro Performance Glass 10mm Toughened Safety Glass.
Provista semi-frameless solutions are very adaptable to different building types, looking great on modern or classical structures and, in this case, have provided a practical and modern solution that compliments the design and look of the units.
Friday Homes undertook the project build and worked closely with the Provista team during the balustrade installation. Andrew Pearson, Project Manager at Friday Homes, concludes “I think the balustrade works in really well with the overall design. I found the workmanship to be of a high standard and I find the Provista Wellington team great to deal with”.
Provista Balustrade Systems solutions are compliant with all NZ regulations and suited to A, B, E and C3 residential and commercial applications.
Provista Balustrade Systems are New Zealand's largest independent balustrade and pool fencing specialists servicing many regions across NZ. We are specialists in the design, fabrication and installation of quality aluminium and glass balustrades and glass pool fences at the best prices.
With over 20 years of experience to the industry, you can feel confident that you are choosing quality balustrades made by the best with the experience to back it up and our quality solutions meet or exceed NZ Building and Safety standards for both residential and commercial building projects. We only use first grade toughened safety glass that meets NZ4223 New Zealand Glazing Standards.
Our balustrades and pool fences are of the highest quality and installed with the upmost care and professionalism by trained professionals.
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