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QNAP UK Headquarters Takes Shape with Distinctive Cloud-Shaped Canopies

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The new QNAP UK headquarters at Drakes Meadow in Swindon is nearing completion, with a series of distinctive cloud-shaped canopies giving the development a landmark quality.

The existing 1,100m² office building and new 90m² storage facility are connected by cloud canopies.

Designed by O/I Design Studio, the project brings together the refurbishment of an existing 1,100m² office building and a new 90m² storage facility. Rather than extending the original building, the design places the storage facility separately, using a series of canopies to connect the two.

Dales Fabrications supplied a range of bespoke aluminium products for the project, including a Stepped Fascia and Soffit system for the canopies, Cladding, Meridian Coping, and Flashings. All finished in RAL 9010 Matt Pure White, the products provide a consistent, modern appearance across the development.

Canopies inspired by the landscape

The cloud-shaped canopies are among the most eye-catching features of the scheme. Their curved profiles create a sheltered route between the office and storage building, bringing the two structures together without the need to expand the existing office.

Their form takes inspiration from the site’s former wild meadow landscape, reflecting the wider design approach, which places an emphasis on the relationship between the workplace and its surroundings.

Greenery, landscaping and natural forms feature throughout the development, helping to create an environment where indoor and outdoor spaces work together. The canopies contribute to this approach, combining a practical function with a distinctive architectural feature.

Bespoke Aluminium brings the design together

Creating the canopies required a bespoke aluminium Fascia and Soffit system, designed and manufactured by Dales to accommodate the project’s unique requirements.

The new QNAP UK Headquarters at Drakes Meadow, Swindon, featuring Dales bespoke Stepped Fascia Soffit, Cladding, Meridian Coping, and Flashings

Alongside the canopy system, Dales supplied aluminium Cladding, Meridian Coping, and Flashings, helping to complete the external detailing. The consistent white finish ties these elements together, allowing the canopy profiles to stand out while maintaining a cohesive appearance across the buildings.

The project highlights the flexibility of bespoke aluminium in contemporary architecture, where carefully considered detailing can play an important role in both the appearance and practical performance of a building.

Aluminium Solutions from Dales Fabrications

With nearly 50 years of experience in manufacturing aluminium building products, Dales Fabrications works with architects, specifiers, and contractors to develop solutions for a wide range of projects.

Dales aluminium products are all finished in RAL 9010 Matt Pure White, providing a consistent appearance across the development.

Their product range includes Fascia and Soffit systems, Solar Shading, Rainscreen Panels, Copings and Rainwater Goods, including Gutters and Downpipes. In-house design and technical support are available to help develop bespoke solutions to meet individual project requirements.

To find out more about Dales Fabrications and their range of aluminium building products, visit www.dales-eaves.co.uk.

Dales Fabrications Launches New E-Commerce Platform

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Dales Fabrications has launched a brand-new e-commerce platform, giving trade professionals direct, 24/7 access to the UK manufacturer’s standard range of aluminium rainwater products. The platform will soon expand to include Dales standard fascia, soffit, and solar shading systems.

Dales Fabrications new e-commerce platform gives you 24/7 access to their standard ranges of aluminium rainwater products with instant pricing and direct ordering.

A faster, simpler way to order

By cutting out the wait times that often come with third-party distributors and traditional quoting, the online shop provides instant pricing, and round-the-clock ordering. Customers can purchase Dales complete range of gutter and downpipe components – including hoppers, stop ends, brackets, adaptors, and connectors – all manufactured by Dales to the same quality standard they have built their reputation on. Every product is available in 14 standard powder-coated finishes, applied in Dales’ Syntha Pulvin-approved paint plant.

Key benefits of the Dales online shop include:

  • Instant pricing
  • Direct ordering from Dales
  • Typical delivery within 10 working days
  • 14 standard architectural grade finishes available
  • 24/7 convenient online ordering
  • Flexible ordering with no minimum quantity
Through the site, you can currently order Dales entire standard range of aluminium gutters & downpipes, with upcoming additions set to include fascia, soffit, and solar shading systems.

Built for projects of every size

“Our new online shop makes it easier than ever for contractors to get what they need, when they need it,” says Andy Purdy, Managing Director at Dales Fabrications. ” Whether it’s a single replacement part or a full package of rainwater goods, everything is available instant pricing and direct delivery from us. It’s a faster, more reliable way to get the right products on site – keeping projects moving without unnecessary delays”

Designed to support projects of every size, the platform has no minimum order quantities, making it ideal for maintenance work, retrofit projects, and phased installations.

Through the site, you can currently order Dales entire standard range of aluminium gutters & downpipes, with upcoming additions set to include fascia, soffit, and solar shading systems.

Quality, Sustainability, and Support

Dales operates under ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications, ensuring consistent quality and environmental management standards. With nearly 5 decades of manufacturing expertise, the company prioritises quality, reliability, and sustainability across all its products and services.

While the new shop makes ordering standard components faster and easier, Dales continues to support architects and contractors nationwide with expert design advice and bespoke solutions for complex projects.

To explore Dales new online shop, visit: www.dales-eaves.co.uk/shop.

Order Gutters: https://dales-eaves.co.uk/shop/product-category/aluminium-gutters/

Order Downpipes: https://dales-eaves.co.uk/shop/product-category/aluminium-downpipes/