The balcony waterproofing system has been upgraded by replacing the previous liquid membrane with the ARDEX WPM 1000 sheet membrane, offering superior durability and reliability. Custom flashing has been installed within the Hebel external walls due to the original concrete hob being constructed on the outer edge of the slab. Additionally, new Hebel wall panels, complete with new top hats and sarking, have been added to improve the overall weatherproofing and structural integrity. Overflow provisions have also been introduced in the balconies, addressing the absence of overflows in the original design, ensuring better drainage and preventing water damage.
As part of the refurbishment, all existing glazed assemblies in the balcony areas have been replaced with new systems that are specifically designed to meet the site's wind characteristics. The doors in these areas have also been upgraded to more robust systems to provide enhanced wind resistance. Furthermore, windows in the façade that were previously fitted with fixed metal shrouds, which caused substantial water leaks into the units, have been replaced with new glazed assemblies. These are now equipped with proprietary shrouds that form part of a tested system, offering better protection against weather-related issues and improving the building's overall performance.
In addition to the work on the balconies and windows, the entire building's cladding has been replaced. The original substructure framework and fixings were found to be significantly under capacity and non-compliant with current safety standards. The replacement cladding ensures compliance with modern building codes and enhances the building's aesthetic appeal and energy efficiency. This comprehensive upgrade ensures that the building is safer, more weather-resistant, and better equipped to handle the environmental conditions it faces.
As part of the refurbishment, all existing glazed assemblies in the balcony areas have been replaced with new systems that are specifically designed to meet the site's wind characteristics. The doors in these areas have also been upgraded to more robust systems to provide enhanced wind resistance. Furthermore, windows in the façade that were previously fitted with fixed metal shrouds, which caused substantial water leaks into the units, have been replaced with new glazed assemblies. These are now equipped with proprietary shrouds that form part of a tested system, offering better protection against weather-related issues and improving the building's overall performance.
In addition to the work on the balconies and windows, the entire building's cladding has been replaced. The original substructure framework and fixings were found to be significantly under capacity and non-compliant with current safety standards. The replacement cladding ensures compliance with modern building codes and enhances the building's aesthetic appeal and energy efficiency. This comprehensive upgrade ensures that the building is safer, more weather-resistant, and better equipped to handle the environmental conditions it faces.