Project challenges
BOUTIQUE HOTEL:
No expense had been spared in transforming a previously rundown 18th century pub into a unique destination experience. Consequently, the external finish and presentation was of utmost importance.
Solution: The control panels needed to be located in the main hotel reception area. To blend in with the high-quality interior, D&T fitted the control panels flush to the wall within a stainless steel enclosure.
SLEEPING RISK:
Since this was a hotel as well as a restaurant, the fire alarm system had to provide both smoke and fire detection whilst also offering an audible and a visual indication of alarm condition.
Solution: BS 5839-1:2013 provides recommendations for the planning, design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection and fire alarm systems in and around non-domestic buildings. As an accredited BAFE member, D&T fits to BS standards as a minimum guide, and in this case, going above and beyond.
INTEGRATED EXCELLENCE:
Modern building management systems are complex pieces of machinery, with high-tech connectivity and requiring specialist knowledge to integrate with other systems.
Solution: In the design phase, D&T ensured that all systems and equipment installed could communicate with each other, providing fully integrated services. This included liasing with the mechanical team to interface with their services.
CO-ORDINATED DESIGN:
With modern feature lighting specified to create the desired finish and atmosphere, co-ordinating the servicesto these lights, ensuring flexible control needed careful planning.
Solution: The client engaged with D&T early, allowing D&T to use their expertise and knowledge of installationand maintenanceto help plan a functional, subtle solution for lighting controls.
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“No expense had been spared in transforming a previously rundown 18th century pub into a unique destination experience. Consequently, the external finish and presentation was of utmost importance”.
