The IQ sliding doors to the south elevation have now been installed. These are ‘frameless’ i.e. the frame to the head and sill is hidden within the structure and the vertical frame (where the panels meet) is a little as 26mm wide – to maximise the view and connection with the outside. A completely level threshold is both visually appealing but also provides easy access for all occupants.
The sliders to the top floor wrap around the east and west for fantastic views along the coast to Worthing and the Seven Sisters, and the 2 sets of 3 panels create a huge opening on to the terrace.
The doors are triple glazed to limit heat loss and ensure thermal comfort (even in the depths of winter) and which allow the internal room temperature to be 1 – 2 degrees lower, further saving energy.
The significant overhangs will stop much of the sun hitting the glass in the warmer months, but the sliders have solar control glass to further limit overheating. The doors can also be locked slightly open, between 10 – 100mm to allow ‘secure’ ventilation day and night to further mitigate against overheating. The first floor doors onto the main bedrooms will have sliding timber shutters which can be deployed to completely stop any sun hitting the doors and ensure a good nights sleep!
