NorDan: Guthrie Gardens in Edinburgh

Date: 28 January 2019
Source: nordan.co.uk
Guthrie Gardens in Edinburgh
Photo source
nordan.co.uk

Date: 28 January 2019

NorDan were absolutely thrilled to be a part of the Guthrie Gardens Development in Edinburgh, having been selected to supply the windows and doors for all three phases of the project.

The 30-apartment development in the Scottish capital is a regeneration of a B Listed building in the area, originally designed by AG Sidney Mitchell in 1885.

Main contractors, Square & Crescent, worked to redevelop the building back into residential use, which will see 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments ranging from 800 to 1,500 square feet.

NorDan supplied 3-handle tilt and turn windows, fixed light windows, inward opening single and double balcony doors, and outward opening single balcony doors. These products, fitted with aluminium cladding, have a sixty-year life expectancy and virtually no maintenance meaning hassle free ownership for the occupants.

As well as performance benefits, the NorDan product mix was specified for this project due to their ability to maintain the traditional aesthetic and feel of the development.

The original building has some fascinating history, designed by AG Sidney Mitchell in 1885 after being commissioned by Dr Thomas Guthrie, the preacher and philanthropist who founded the Ragged School movement, providing food, clothing and education for poor children.

Square and Crescent have now sensitively converted the building back into residential use to provide 30 spectacular and spacious apartments.

Externally the facades have been repaired and restored as required. Any necessary alterations to form new doorways or windows were carried out in a simple and sensitive manner – blending the historic with the new.

600450 NorDan: Guthrie Gardens in Edinburgh glassonweb.com

Others also read

In the heart of Thessaloniki, OKALUX daylighting systems enhance the timeless architecture of the Archaeological Museum, balancing heritage preservation with intelligent, glare-free natural light.
As Munich expands westward, Glas Trösch plays a key role in the Freiham WA 16 residential project, delivering high-performance glass solutions that balance design, comfort, and energy efficiency.
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has released an updated version of its widely used water leakage field check specification for non-operable fenestration systems.
FIT Show organisers are thrilled to announce the winners of the FIT Show 2025 Marketing Awards, marking the event’s biggest and most competitive year yet.
FENSTERBAU FRONTALE has a new director with immediate effect: Chiara Sträßner is taking charge of the organization of the world's leading trade fair for windows, doors and facades.
A former school becomes a modern town hall, with OKAWOOD glass bringing daylight, warmth, and a strong sense of community.

Add new comment

From industry

NEWS RELATED PRODUCTS

Rider Glass Company Limited
A+W Software GmbH