Architectural Glazing in Cheshire | Fodens Farm

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Fodens Farm

Fodens Farm is a prominent rural property near Macclesfield, set within quiet rolling countryside in Cheshire. The project involved the conversion of existing farm buildings alongside a new build extension, designed to sit comfortably within the agricultural setting through the use of traditional style brickwork and carefully considered detailing. Designed by Weir & Co, the scheme required a substantial architectural glazing package delivered by IQ Glass across multiple phases.

IQ Glass was appointed to design, supply and install a wide range of specialist glazing elements across the property, including a two storey glazed gable end, large scale double height structural glazing, a glazed walkway and slim sliding door systems. The result is a coordinated package of bespoke architectural glazing in Cheshire that supports the conversion of the farm buildings while introducing large areas of contemporary glass.

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Project Partners

Architect: Weir & Co.

Photography: Andrew Wall

Location

Macclesfield, Cheshire

Double Height Glazing | Architectural Glazing in Cheshire | Fodens Farm

Internal View of Architectural Glazing in Cheshire | Fodens Farm

High Specification Glazing for a Rural Cheshire Property

The conversion at Fodens Farm required glazing that could work across several different building elements, from the new build extension to the wider courtyard and existing agricultural buildings. The architectural approach called for large areas of glass to introduce light, openness and a stronger connection to the surrounding rural landscape, while maintaining a consistent finish across the phased works.

A key challenge was the variation in scale and application. The glazing package included slim sliding door systems, shaped structural glass, double height glazing, a long glazed walkway and garage sliding doors for vehicle access. Each element needed to be designed around different opening sizes, sightline requirements, glass weights and installation conditions, while maintaining a clean and cohesive appearance alongside the traditional style brickwork used throughout the scheme.

Gable End Window with Slim Sliding Glass Doors

One of the standout elements of the project is the two storey wrap around glazed gable end to the new build extension. At ground floor level, IQ Glass installed slim sliding door systems to create wide glazed openings with minimal sightlines. The front elevation spanned almost 7m and was designed as a three track system with two sliding panes and one fixed pane.

The glazing continues around the side elevations, creating one fixed glass-to-glass corner while the other side incorporates an open corner arrangement. This approach allowed the lower level of the gable end to open up to the rural landscape while preserving the minimal framing required for the overall design.

Above the sliding doors, Invisio® structural glazing was used to create the upper storey of the gable end. This section comprises fixed panes, including shaped glass units at the top to follow the form of the roof. All glazing was specified as double glazed clear toughened safety glass with low E coating and heat soak testing, helping to reduce the risk of spontaneous glass breakage caused by non-detectable inclusions within the glass.

Double Height Structural Glazing and Glazed Walkway

In addition to the gable end, IQ Glass supplied a large double height structural glazing installation positioned next to the glazed gable elevation. Measuring approximately 5.2m wide by 5.3m high, the glazing was formed from three large panes, each weighing approximately 586kg, with a crane required for installation due to the scale and weight of the glass.

The project also included a substantial structural glass wall to the walkway, measuring approximately 25.2m in length by 2.8m high. Formed from 12 glass panels and joined with black structural silicone, the glazed walkway creates a long, clean glass elevation that maintains views and daylight through the property. The glass specification included laminated interlayers, low E coatings and heat soak testing to support strength, performance and long-term reliability.

Together, these larger structural glass elements show the wider ambition of the conversion and extension, with glazing used throughout the property to modernise key areas, improve visual connections and create a consistent architectural finish across the phased works.

External View of Architectural Glazing in Cheshire | Fodens Farm

Gable End Window | Architectural Glazing in Cheshire | Fodens Farm

Garage Architectural Glazing in Cheshire | Fodens Farm

Garage Slim Sliding Doors | Architectural Glazing in Cheshire | Fodens Farm

Garage Sliding Doors and Wider Glazing Works

As part of the broader package, IQ Glass also installed additional slim sliding door systems across the property, including a large garage sliding door arrangement. This three track sliding system measures approximately 9m wide by 2.1m high and includes three sliding panes, providing practical vehicle access while maintaining the same slim framed glazing language used elsewhere on the site. The garage glazing followed the same specification as the gable end sliding door system, helping to maintain consistency across the property.

Together, these phased glazing works helped transform Fodens Farm into a high specification rural property where contemporary glass is integrated across converted farm buildings, the new extension, ancillary spaces and connecting walkways.

Technical Glazing Summary

Two storey wrap around glazed gable end, combining minimal sliding doors at ground level with Invisio® structural glazing above.
Ground floor gable end front elevation sliding system measuring approximately 6772mm wide x 3013mm high.
Upper gable formed from Invisio structural glazing, approximately 7010mm wide with fixed panes and shaped top units.
Large double height structural glazing measuring approximately 5165mm wide x 5277mm high, formed from three panes weighing approximately 586kg each.
Structural glass walkway measuring approximately 25190mm long x 2844mm high, formed from 12 panels with black structural silicone joints.
Large garage sliding system measuring approximately 8955mm wide x 2114mm high, with three sliding panes for vehicle access.
All glazing was double glazed clear toughened safety glass with low E coatings and heat soak testing throughout.
Frames finished in RAL 7016 Matt, with glazing designed for wind loads of 0.65kN/m².

Speak to IQ Glass About Bespoke Architectural Glazing in Cheshire

Fodens Farm demonstrates how bespoke architectural glazing in Cheshire can support the conversion of farm buildings and the creation of a new build extension within a rural setting. The project combines slim sliding doors, shaped structural glass, double height glazing, a glazed walkway and garage sliding systems to create a cohesive glazing strategy across the site.

Early engagement with IQ Glass can support the design and specification of bespoke glazing for farm building conversions, rural homes and estate projects where large glass elevations, gable end glazing and structural glass require detailed technical coordination. Contact our team to discuss how architectural glazing can be integrated into your next project.