Using modern glazing systems with protected structures
A building’s architectural or historical importance qualifies it as a protected structure for protection in the national interest. The best and most distinctive examples of Ireland’s rich traditional history are designated as protected structures in order to conserve and safeguard them for upcoming generations. In Ireland, it is illegal to make any kind of alteration to a protected structure without the approval of the local planning authority.
As long as minor upkeep and repairs don’t detract from the building’s historic charm, they are typically allowed. Any proposed changes to a protected structure will typically require a grant of planning permission or declaration of exemption. Restrictions may also apply to buildings that are not Protected, but situated within an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
Glass extensions for protected structures
While any renovation and/or extension works need planning for protected structures, one of the most common type of projects approved are extensions that modernise the building, without modifying or taking away any of its original charm. The Conservation Office and Planners often insist on new additions to Protected structures using a more modern design language to be “of their own time” and set up a visual contrast between the new and existing elements.
Glass extensions for protected structures allow for the owners to create a brand new space with highly modern features, without enduring the high costs of replicating the intricate design of the existing building.
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Prestige can also arrange quotations and details for highly bespoke frameless glass structures with glass-to-glass connections and opening corners. We are the sole Irish supplier for the full range of systems by IQ Glass – View the full range of system and project examples here: https://www.iqglassuk.com/products/153/
Can you actually add glass extensions to protected structures?
The simple answer is yes – as long as you have the correct planning permissions from the Local Authority.
A protected structure glass extension should:
- show an understanding of the building and its surroundings.
- minimise any damage to the heritage characteristics.
- represent a secondary component of the overall structure.
- add value with exceptional design and craftmanship.
Glass extensions for protected structures – Project examples
Protected structure glass extension with corner opening sliding glass doors
Renovating the exquisite 16th-century manor house was necessary to highlight its historic origins as a Protected structure. A modern back expansion is part of the architect’s design.
An open corner layout was used for the installation of the ultra-slim sliding solution. There is a greater connection between the interior and exterior spaces thanks to the corner opening sliding glass doors. Within this protected structure glass addition, all of the glass panels may move along the long elevation in a bi-parting design, making it easy for the occupants to travel from one area to another.
Glazed link with sliding doors
A glass roof addition to a protected Victorian home. The new frameless Oriel seating glass window, which is a major social area within the new double height structural glass extension and boasts sea views through a double height glazed link that opens out via ultra slim sliding glass doors with flush threshold detail, allows for year-round enjoyment of expansive coastal views.
Glass extension with ultra slim sliders
To create the new, light-filled dining room, this opulent home underwent a glass side infill extension with a frameless effect structural glass roof including a gable end. In order to install the structural glass roof seamlessly from wall to wall and comply with Building Regulations for this protected structure, the architect devised this novel fitting solution.
The new kitchen dining glazed addition was given a dual aspect by two sets of triple glazed slim framed sliding glass doors.
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