Modern Glazing for a Victorian Renovation
Occupying an elevated position above Ilkley, the existing Victorian home benefits from exceptional views across the surrounding moorland. The renovation centred on creating a contemporary open-plan living area that would connect directly to the garden while respecting the proportions and material character of the original stone building.
A new rear extension was introduced to accommodate expansive living spaces with large areas of glass. The architectural design sought to balance traditional and contemporary elements, using minimal framed glazing to bring daylight deep into the home whilst maintaining uninterrupted views of the landscape beyond.
“Our vision for Ilkley Moor was to achieve a clean, contemporary aesthetic while maximising views across the surrounding moors.
Specifying IQ Glass was key to achieving the largest possible glazed areas with a minimal, frameless appearance, helping us realise the design intent and create a seamless connection with the landscape.” Townscape Architects
Slim Sliding Doors Opening Living Spaces to the Garden
Large-format slim sliding doors form the primary glazing feature within the extension. Installed across the terrace-facing elevations, the sliding doors create generous openings onto the external entertaining spaces while maintaining ultra-slim sightlines that keep the focus on the surrounding views.
The specification combines multiple two-track sliding door systems with fixed glazed panels to create expansive elevations of glass. A frameless glass-to-glass corner further enhances the sense of openness, wrapping views around the living spaces and allowing natural light to enter from multiple directions.
A further sliding door set on a secondary elevation provides everyday access to the garden, creating a practical and highly flexible connection between internal and external spaces.
Structural Glazing Maximising Natural Light
Alongside the sliding door systems, Invisio® structural glazing was incorporated throughout the extension to create frameless glass elements with minimal visual interruption. Full-height fixed glazing and carefully positioned picture windows frame views of the landscape while contributing to a clean and contemporary architectural language.
Continuous clerestory glazing wraps key areas of the extension, introducing additional daylight from above and creating a bright, balanced internal environment throughout the day. The combination of structural glazing and large-format sliding doors ensures every space benefits from strong visual links to the exterior.
Externally, frameless-effect glass balustrades were installed to terraces overlooking the gardens. Fixed within a recessed base channel, the balustrades provide essential protection while preserving uninterrupted views from both inside and outside the home.
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