Brise Soleil Installation for High-Level Penthouse

External solar shading system installed at height for a luxury residential development

Brise soleil system installed on a high-level penthouse within a 158-home mixed residential scheme.

Location

London, UK

Sector

Residential / mixed-use

Scale

Penthouse-level installation

Scope

Supply and installation

Products

Brise soleil

Stakeholders

Formation Architects, Mount Anvil

Location

London, UK

Sector

Residential / mixed-use

Scale

Penthouse-level installation

Scope

Supply and installation

Products

Brise soleil

Clients

Formation Architects, Mount Anvil

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The Challenge

This project involved a high-level penthouse within a large residential development.

The installation required external solar shading at height, introducing significant safety and access challenges.

The brise soleil system needed to integrate with the architectural design while delivering effective solar control.

Coordination with multiple stakeholders was essential, including architects and the main contractor.

All works had to meet strict safety requirements to protect operatives, site teams and the public below.

System Design

A brise soleil system was installed to provide external solar shading at penthouse level.

The system was designed to integrate with the façade while maintaining a clean and consistent appearance.

Integration

The installation was coordinated with the wider building design.

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Bespoke Engineering

Working at height required a specialist approach.

Installation methods were planned to ensure safe handling, positioning and fixing of external shading components.

Fabric & Performance

The brise soleil system provides passive solar control.

Delivery & Installation

  • High-level access
    Installation carried out at penthouse level
  • Safety-first approach
    Measures in place to protect operatives and public areas below
  • Multi-party coordination
    Close collaboration with contractor and design team
  • External installation
    Brise soleil fitted to façade structure
  • Consistent delivery
    Installation completed in line with programme requirements
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  • External solar shading at height
  • Reduced solar gain and improved comfort
  • Safe installation in high-risk environment
  • Integrated with architectural design
  • Delivered within programme requirements

The Outcome

The completed installation provides effective solar shading at penthouse level while integrating with the building’s architectural design.

The brise soleil system reduces solar gain and supports internal comfort without relying on active systems.

All works were delivered in line with safety requirements, ensuring a secure installation in a high-risk environment.

The result is a practical solution that combines performance, safety and design.

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