Project Area
South Queensferry, Edinburgh – The Crossings development, located in close proximity to the iconic Forth Road Bridge, Queensferry Crossing and the busy M90 motorway.
Project Size
- 10 blocks of flats
- Mixed-tenure development including:
- Social housing
- Affordable homes
- Rental properties
- Private flatted apartments
Product Specifications
The development features a full suite of high-performance fenestration products designed to meet modern building regulations and challenging acoustic requirements:
- Tilt & Turn windows
- Reversible windows
- French doors
- Fully certified AOV windows
Finish:
- RAL 7016 grained foil external
- White internal profiles
All products were selected through close collaboration with Lovell’s design team to ensure compliance with the latest building regulations, while achieving the contemporary aesthetic required for the scheme.
Measured Benefits
- Enhanced thermal insulation to support lower energy consumption
- Reduced energy costs for residents
- Improved acoustic performance due to high dB ratings
- Increased resident comfort in a high-noise environment
- Modern appearance aligned with the architectural vision
- Full regulatory compliance across all building types
Acoustic performance was calculated on a floor-by-floor basis, ensuring the correct dB ratings were achieved for each elevation and level, maximising comfort despite the site’s proximity to major transport routes.
Complexities
- High acoustic requirements due to the nearby M90 motorway and Queensferry Crossings
- Strict design and regulatory compliance across a mixed-use, multi-tenure development
- Logistical challenges across 10 active blocks
- Coordination with multiple trades on a live construction site
To manage these challenges, a dedicated site manager coordinated daily operations, including:
- Safe systems of work for all installation teams
- Plot-by-plot material delivery and positioning
- Waste management and end-of-day site clearance
- Workflow coordination to maintain programme efficiency
This structured approach ensured safe, high-quality installation while maintaining clean, organised working environments for all site partners.
