AST Signs

AST Signs

This striking 21,000ft2 building sits in the heart of the British countryside and features significant sustainability measures.

The Project

The Box, at Penrith in Cumbria, is an ultra-modern, purpose-built headquarters and manufacturing hub for AST Signs, one of the UK’s leading branding companies. The construction of this project has provided AST Signs with an innovative space that is now used to centralise operations and aid business efficiency.

Location:
Cumbria, United Kingdom
Year:
2014
Wall:
Micro-Rib | Flat
Roof:
Trapezoidal
Finish:
Anthracite | Goosewing Grey
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Kingspan Insulated Panel Systems Architectural Wall Micro-Rib Trapezoidal Roof AST SIGNS. UK
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Kingspan Insulated Panel Systems Architectural Wall Micro-Rib Trapezoidal Roof AST SIGNS. UK

Sustainable
Solutions

Creating a sustainable building was a key factor in the design of this project. It was imperative for the chosen products to meet the utmost energy efficiency requirements. The Trapezoidal roof, Micro-Rib and Flat Panels incorporated into this project all achieve an A+ BREEAM rating, significantly reducing building running costs and creating a sustainable space for AST Signs headquarters to operate.

AST Signs building

Property
Protection

Kingspan’s range of approved FIREsafe panels offer complete building protection, and are available with a Kingspan Ultimate Panel Guarantee.The Trapezoidal Roof and Micro-Rib panels installed in this project are LPCB and FM approved.

Products Used on this Project

Architectural Wall Panel Cladding System

Kingspan Architectural Wall Panels are suitable for external wall cladding in vertical or horizontal applications with lengths from 2m to 13.7m to provide exceptional design flexibility.

Architectural Wall Panels (KS1000 AWP)
AST Signs, Penrith 007_MR_UK

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