Permasteelisa Group secures a substantial contract for a distinctive project in the City of London.
- A £25m facade contract granted to Multiplex highlights innovative design and sustainability goals.
- The Holborn Viaduct development aims for environmental excellence while prioritising occupant comfort.
- Facade design focuses on reducing solar gain and enhancing natural light within the building.
- Completion is scheduled for March 2026, marking a significant milestone in modern architecture.
Permasteelisa Group has successfully secured a £25m contract with main contractor Multiplex to create a bespoke curtain walling system for the new Holborn Viaduct building, a significant development in the City of London. This project forms part of a larger £200m office development managed by Multiplex for Royal London Asset Management Limited.
Designed by PLP Architecture, the 13-storey structure is targeting a BREEAM outstanding rating, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. The building’s facade incorporates passive design principles to minimise solar gain while maximising natural daylight, ensuring a pleasant indoor environment. Uniquely, the building will feature operable windows, offering occupants the luxury of fresh air, diverging from conventional office designs.
The detailed design phase is currently ongoing at Permasteelisa’s design centre in Italy, where the custom elements of the facade will be crafted and assembled. The installation phase is anticipated to begin in March 2025, with a completion date set for March 2026. According to Liam Cummins, CEO of Permasteelisa, “Being chosen by Multiplex to deliver such a prominent project in the City, highlights our capability as a market leading façade specialist.”
Nicola Calzolari, executive general manager for Permasteelisa in Italy, expressed that the project presents an opportunity to design an advanced, bespoke facade that aligns with the scheme’s environmental goals. The collaboration between Italian design innovation and UK construction expertise is expected to yield impressive results. Calzolari stated, “For Holborn Viaduct, in Italy we are designing a technologically advanced and bespoke façade that will help realise the potential of the scheme’s environmental credentials.”
The Holborn Viaduct project represents a forward-thinking approach to sustainable urban development, promising environmental and architectural excellence.
