IQ feature in 3 shortlisted AJ Retrofit Awards, 2023 for House and listed building renovation

IQ Glass is proud to see its products featured in several projects shortlisted in AJ Retrofit Awards 2023. AJ Retrofit Awards celebrates the sustainable design expertise behind the renewal and repurposing of House and listed building renovation paving the way for the future of sustainable low carbon retrofits.

IQ Glass sees its high performance structural glazing products featuring in the pinnacle of House and listed building renovations recognised by the highly acclaimed AJ Retrofit Awards 2023.

‘Light is the new luxury’- IQ Glass’s mantra as glass innovation enables architects to realise their trailblazing design visions without compromising the natural environment.

Made of Sand, by architects Studio Weave

House up to £500k (Also shortlisted for RIBA Southwest regional Award)

Made of Sand by Studio Weave. Copyright Jim Stephenson

A two-storey timber annexe addition was made to a stone cottage in Devon as a modern family and artists retreat. Our structural glass windows in this listed building renovation beautifully frames the surrounding mature gardens, offering a tranquil aspect to the outdoors connecting to nature.

The oversized structural glass window is the prominent feature which offsets the beautiful warm hue of timber cladding and panels inside the space.

Hunts Green Barn, by McLaren Excell

House over £500k

A sympathetic restoration of a neglected 16th Century barn in Oxfordshire features IQ Glass’s slim framed sliding door and windows, connecting the barn to its original architectural vernacular, this understated barn restoration breathes new life thanks to the structural glass that brightens up the space, accommodating 21st Century living. The high performance slim framed sliding doors and windows are thermally broken, contributing to the insulation of the property.

Elizabeth Mews , by Trewhela Williams (Shortlisted ‘Don’t move improve’ 2023)

House under £500k

Elizabeth Mews. Image copyright Lorenzo Zandri

A garage conversion of a mews house in Belsize Park was reconfigured to form a minimalistic, yet warm haven. Tactile textures and subtle, yet statuesque accents of beauty are found throughout this family home.

The piece de resistance being IQ Glass’s floor to ceiling frameless glass Pivot door allows unimpeded access to the outdoor courtyard which floods the former basement space with an abundance of natural light and ventilation creating a serene and comfortable environment.

If you’re working on a residential project, contact the IQ team today!

Commercial IQ Projects

It isn’t just in residential architecture that IQ projects have been recognised. Our dedicated commercial glazing division has been showcased throughout the AJ retrofit shortlist as well. Head on over to the IQ Projects website for further details on our projects shortlisted.

IQ Projects is shortlisted for the following AJ Retrofit Awards 2023:

BAFTA – Cultural and religious building £5m and over

27 Farm Street

Eighty Strand

Lea Bridge Library

IQ Project’s dedicated team have worked on projects spanning hospitality, education and commercial sectors.

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