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Discussing the project, Peter Hazeldean said, ‘The
balcony has a slight curve but we recommended
manufacturing each individual glass panel in slightly
different widths which allowed us to accommodate the
slight curve of the balcony without the additional expense
of commissioning curved glass panels. The result is a
gently curved balustrade constructed from straight panels
– with each panel channel set into the structure so there
are no visible fixings.
Adding the mezzanine floor also created a need to protect
the ancient stained glass windows. These were previously
high above the nave but are now accessible and subject
to potential damage. Ion Glass fitted bespoke glass
protection panels across the windows, ensuring the
stained glass is fully protected but still completely visible’.
Above, The new balustrade at St Lawrence Church was
designed to fit perfectly around the arches
Ion also installed new bespoke glass doors and a
draught-proof glass entrance lobby, allowing the original
wooden doors to remain open to make the church more
welcoming and user-friendly for the congregation and
visitors.
Peter added, ‘This is a lovely church and all the team at
Ion were really proud to be part of an inspired vision that
has significantly improved and updated the space,
bringing it firmly into the 21st Century.’
Below, glass meeting rooms set into the arches at St Mary
at the Quay
Above, the glass meeting rooms installed by Ion Glass at St Mary’s at
the Quay enjoy an uninterrupted view of the nave
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