Project
Name
Grevel Lane, Cotswolds
Product
Used
Bespoke Handmade Roof Tiles from Sandtoft
For the renovation of this traditional 1950s
Cotswolds building, Wienerberger’s Heritage Service was selected to design and
create bespoke roof tiles for a project that evokes the aesthetics of the arts
& crafts era. Every roof tile was handmade with the quality craftsmanship
of Sandtoft, who adapt materials and techniques to fit to the distinct look and
feel associated with the appropriate period and geography. This beautifully
renovated property, with a contemporary tile clad pavilion extension, and was featured
on Channel 4’s new programme, ‘Best Laid Plans’ presented by Charlie Luxton.
Architects Lawrence Grigg and Lydia Robinson,
from Design Storey, faced several practical and aesthetic challenges. Not only
did the renovation of the house need to create a usable space and add bespoke
features, but it also needed to complement the exciting architecture whilst
adapting the façade of the vertical wall tiles and roof. This was particularly
challenging as every external surface was clad in tile, from the roof to the
walls. Furthermore, it was vital that the colour of the new roof complemented
the existing palette of materials of Cotswold stone walls and concrete tiled
roofs.
By forming a strong working partnership with
the architects, Wienerberger was able to deliver not only a better quality of
product, but a better quality of service for a project that everyone could be
proud of. The Heritage Service Manager and one of the Master Craftsman of
Sandtoft, created a mock roof section in the factory, to show the concept to
the architects and to enable the craftsmen to design the bespoke fittings for
the new contemporary addition to match the special requirements of the
project’s aesthetic.
Testimonials
“From the visit to the factory to see our
tiles being made, through to working through the design details with the
technical team, we were all committed to achieving a high quality end
result. Each tile is like piece of art
in its own right – in fact, we love them so much that we’ve put them on
display!”
Lydia Robinson, Design Storey
