Design Buy Build Issue 16 2015 | Page 46

Discover aïr Whether building new or refurbishing existing properties, aïr the impressive range of high performance bi-fold and lift & slide doors, offers more to architects, developers and self-builders. Jay Patel, brand ambassador for aïr talks to Design Buy Build about why it’s perfect for today’s homes. aïr-Craft Wide span doors are an integral part of many new build or refurbishment projects. But finding the right products can be hard. In November 2013 aïr came onto the market. Highly engineered, aïr spans wider, runs smoother and performs better. Designed for modern living, aïr wide span doors offer a world of boundless possibilities in terms of style and efficiency. The slim frame gives a larger glazed area and that brings in more light. The smooth operation means however big and heavy the glass, only the lightest of touches is needed to slide open the aïr doors. They’ve been tested to the extreme for weather tightness and security. And all aïr doors come with a 25 year guarantee. aïr transformation Top London aïr retailers took down a PVCu P shaped conservatory and replaced it a sleek grey aluminium and glass extension featuring two sets of impressive aïr doors to make up the glazed walls. A 6.7 metre span lift & slide door using just three panes opens seamlessly with a low threshold to the stone patio and the garden beyond. Along the back and to the side, a smaller version. Finishing touches include the aluminium cladding to the corner pillar to perfectly match the aïr doors. Topped with a sle ek modern aluminium and glass roof, this is inspirational. www.discoverair.co.uk Product info: This extreme engineering means aïr has superior performance. The timeless beauty combined with strong, clean lines makes aïr a captivating choice. • air 600LS Lift & Slide doors • 6.7m x 2.3m – triple track, 3 x double glazed laminated units 2136mm x 2059mm each aïr is exclusively manufactured in the UK by Everglade Windows. Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, Everglade is one of the longest standing aluminium manufacturers in the UK. It takes great pride in having a highly trained team of fabricators. • air 600LS Lift & Slide doors • 3.2m x 2.3m – triple track, 3 x double glazed laminated glass units 946mm x 2059mm each • Colour: RAL 7016 matt • Handles: Purity handles in Lithium • Aluminium and glass roof 7m x 3.4m Since its launch, there are now 10 aïr accredited retailers across the UK. Architects, developers, interior designers and self-builders can get all the information they need at www. discoverair.co.uk 046