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The director of MD Aluminium, Mark Holland, says the benefits of the Fairview Architectural system include the ability to manufacture extra large panels – here, the panels are 2.4m long. As double glazing is not an option at this size, these windows have Solect 12.38 laminate for insulation. “The sliders and windows run the full length of the 22m-long house and wrap around the 2.4m wing walls,” he says. “We used heavy duty box mullions and couplers for the frames to withstand the strong winds.“ A specially folded flashing over the outside face of the frame allows for thermal expansion. For further information on Fairview windows and doors, phone [phone]. To contact MD Aluminium, phone [phone], fax [phone]. Email: [email protected]. Or visit the website: www.fairviewwindows.co.nz save & share 47497 at trendsideas.com Above left: Sliders and windows from the Fairview Architectural range wrap around three sides of this clifftop house. These were supplied by MD Aluminium and installed by JG Spice Installations. The project won the Best Use of Glass Award in the Fairview Conference Awards 2015 and a regional Gold Award in the Placemakers New Homes $400,000 – $500,000 build category in the Registered Master Builders of the Year Awards. Top and above: Each panel is 2.4m long by 2.1m high. Design detailing by MD Aluminium included the exterior stainless steel soffit with surface sliding tracks. The house was built by Peter Dyer. search | save | share at trendsideas.com