Quality steel glazing solutions for an Oxford state-of-the-art residential, teaching and learning facility

1 April 2024
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A highly innovative thermally broken steel window system perfectly combines traditional aesthetics with 21st century environmental performance at Trinity College, Oxford.

The first major building project to take place at Trinity College, Oxford, for more than 50 years was the development of the Levine Building. Found within the heart of the Trinity’s historic site, the Levine Building is a state-of-the-art residential, teaching and learning facility designed by ADAM Architecture.

Perfectly combining 21^st century environmental performance with traditional aesthetics that complement the distinctive character of the surrounding conservation area, this development is a high quality, durable and environmentally sustainable building including ensuite study bedrooms, an auditorium to seat 200 people, dedicated teaching rooms, a function room, community room with café and more.

A key element of this project that has positively contributed to the sustainability credentials of the building are the windows, doors and internal screens supplied by leading steel window and door manufacturer, Crittall Windows.

As a company founded in 1849, Crittall Windows are no strangers to specifying quality, long-lasting steel windows for a range of projects. In fact, the team has worked with architects and contractors over the years to find robust solutions that effortlessly work in conjunction with various building regulation requirements and listed building specifications.

For this particular development, thermally broken steel windows, known as T60, were installed. Each window was fitted with the required trickle ventilation and features an advanced high-density polyurethane isolator which, when combined with double or triple glazing, surpasses the targets stipulated in UK building regulations. Triple glazing has been installed in the windows of the theatre auditorium helping to reduce external noise and improve the building’s energy efficiency thanks to an impressive U-value of 0.8 W/m²K.

The completed T60 windows are set within stone surrounds and finished in an attractive bronze coloured Duralife® polyester powder coating designed to properly protect against corrosion and increase the longevity of the products.

It was the first time Niall Kelor, of main contractors Gilbert-Ash, worked alongside Crittall Windows, and he was incredibly pleased with not just the service that he received from the steel manufacturer but also the quality of the final products.

“It all worked very well, and the installation team were great,” he explained.

“As to the finished products, the windows are aesthetically pleasing because of the fantastic contrast between the windows and the ashlar. Our client is very happy with the end results.”

Crittall Windows’ T60 windows are a highly innovative thermally broken steel system retaining the narrow sightlines and iconic profiles synonymous with steel products. Additionally, T60 windows surpass building regulation requirements and provides exceptional thermal performance.

Speak to a member of our team today to discover more information and technical support.