Commercial Case Studies
Nowadays, many commercial clients desire prestigious buildings that reflect the nature
of their organisation, be it a commercial company building, concert hall, theatre or other public
building. By specifying Marvin windows and doors, the project is elevated to the extraordinary.
See how these projects have made the properties something special.
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Griffith College
Griffith College was originally established in 1974. The campus was used
over the years as a prison and an army barracks. It also served as a
recruitment and training centre for the Irish soldiers who fought on the
British side in the First World War. It was handed over to the Free State
Troops in 1922 following the end of the War of Independence and the signing
of the Treaty. Its name was changed from Wellington to Arthur Griffith
Barracks in honour of Arthur Griffith.
The college moved into the Griffith Barracks in 1991.
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Clarence House
The objective was to increase the energy efficiency of the building and the performance
of air, wind and water permeability.
The project was very competitive and was awarded to Marvin Architectural, following
examination of competitors’ products and specifications. The project involved
manufacturing, supplying and fitting over 250 factory complete custom made sliding
sash windows as well as some fire rated windows as the existing sliding sash windows
of this office block were in an irreparable state. Marvin Architectural had to meet
Westminster Council approval and the fire rated windows were submitted for testing
to ‘Chiltern’, a certifying body that is part of the ‘Trada Group’.
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Naas Town Hall
Originally constructed in 1792 as a jail, Naas Town Hall had various uses up
to the 1950's as a cinema, class rooms for the local school and a meeting
place for a variety of local clubs over the years. Further modifications and
extensions to accommodate a library were carried out in 1904 and included
the present day facade.
In the 1950's it was made available to members of the Town Council to
provide a meeting chambers and offices. In 2000 the council undertook to
refurbish the building and replace the windows.
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Wimbledon College
Planning approval was required by Wimbledon Council for the refurbishment
of the entrance lobby in this listed building. Marvin Architectural helped
design the composite windows and doors to meet with the strict planning
approvals required. Sliding sash and side hung windows and doors were
incorporated into the design and this demonstrates Marvin's
extensive product range.
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Edge Hill, Wimbledon, London
Daniel Connal Partnership
Bisley Construction Ltd.
Marvin Architectural
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Japanese Ambassador's Residence
The brief provided to Marvin Architectural for this project was to enhance
the oriental style throughout the residence. With this in mind, Marvin
Architectural designed the main foyer screen to achieve consistent sight
lines for fixed and operating awning units with outswing french doors.
The structural steel subframe has been concealed using Marvin's extruded
clad mull component system. The project involved the design, supply
and installation of curtain wall screens with an aluminium exterior and
a stained wood interior.
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Foxrock, Co. Dublin
W & D Wejchert Architects
Takenaka UK Ltd.
Marvin Architectural
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Sabadell
This prestigious apartment development features 270 high performance wood
sliding sash windows. The project was managed and designed by the renowned
architect Rafael Moneo, who was awarded the Royal Gold Medal by RIBA
(2003) for his enormous contribution to architecture worldwide.
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Oak Park
This countryside development of 12 houses required an aesthetically pleasing
detailed window which was in keeping with the style of the homes. Marvin
windows were selected for their maintenance-free and highly
detailed exterior along with a desirable interior finish which added a
luxurious feel in keeping with the development.
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Narraghmore, Co. Kildare
Martin Murray
LJM Ireland Ltd.
Marvin Architectural
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Old Hops Kiln
Originally a Hop Kiln for an adjacent brewery, this building was
converted and extended over time for use as offices. A complete
strip-out rebuild was required to convert to modern office
facility. Marvin sliding sash windows were used to
maintain the aesthetic integrity of the development and provide
the high performance required in commercial grade buildings.
The Kynar finish on the window exterior provides the longest-lasting
and least fading finish on the market.
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Farnborough, Hampshire
Madlin & Maddison Chartered Surveyors
Alec W Brade Ltd
Dakota Ltd.
Marvin Architectural
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Glenbrian Apartments
This exclusive apartment development contains 14 apartments and 2 penthouses.
Multiple factory mulled side hung window units were used throughout,
providing an interior warmth while also giving a lifetime of low maintenance.
With made to order windows and doors and a lead time of 6-8 weeks, Marvin
Architectural completed their installation ahead of schedule.
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Clontarf, Dublin 3
John Fleming Architects
Arthur King
Marvin Architectural
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St. Albans, Camden
This project had a conservation covenant on it and consisted of replacing
over 60 wood sliding sash windows. Marvin Architectural were subcontracted
to Eugena who were the main contractors. Traditional solid wood sliding
sash windows were not only used for their beauty but also for their
energy efficiency and high performance. Marvin's manufacturing
capability and delivery efficiency meant that the project works could be
completed in 3-4 weeks, even while the property was occupied.
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St. Albans, Camden
60+ casemaster and awning windows
Eugena Ltd.
14 - 19 flats that are part of the Borough of Camden housing stock
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Barretstown Gang Camp
Both new build and refurbishment of existing buildings was involved,
in Paul Newman's Gang Camp for Children. In the existing buildings,
sliding sash windows in a variety of window colours were required
to match existing windows in the courtyard area. New buildings required
side-hung maintenance-free windows with warm wood interiors.
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Ballymore-Eustace, Co. Kildare
James Smith Architects
LJM Ireland Ltd.
The Barretstown Gang Camp Fund Ltd.
Marvin Architectural
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Dominic Street Apartments
Consistent lines and window details were essential for this city centre
apartment development. Marvin Architectural met strict planning
guidelines and offered ageless maintenance-free windows while blending
in with existing buildings.
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Dominic Street, Dublin 1
Niall D Brennan
South Dublin Construction
Dublin Corporation
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Priory Court
A contemporary style composite window and door system was required for
this development of eight apartment blocks. The window style was
simple with large clear areas of glass to maximise the feeling of
space and light within the development.
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Kildare Town
Martin Murray Architects
LJM Ireland Ltd.
Marvin Architectural
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Adolescent Resource Centre
Composite windows, outswing light commercial doors and fixed internal screens
were installed in this project. Marvin Windows and Doors were selected for this
project by Redbridge Council for their combination of high performance and
low maintenance. Commercial doors were used to continue the high performance
in this rigorous environment.
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Station Road, Barkingside, Essex
London Borough of Redbridge
Haynes and Smith
Haynes and Smith
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Ormonde Hotel
A commercial grade composite window system was required to fit into
and clad around a pre-fabricated steel structure. Marvin Architectural's
expert design team worked with the building engineers to ensure
smooth and easy installation. Marvin was also able to meet
demands for a custom exterior colour to match other windows and top-grade
timber interiors in keeping with the quality of the four star hotel.
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Kilkenny City
Henry J. Lyons
McNamara & Co
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Old Quay
An exclusive enclave of 18 apartments and houses, boasting spectacular
coastal views, demanded the highest quality design and detailing
throughout. Marvin Architectural worked closely with the project
architect to re-create the Georgian proportions and profiling
typical of the area, which was an essential requirement of the
planning permission.
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Sutton, Co. Dublin
Carr Associates
Marvin Architectural
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