Malvern Theatre

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The Building

The Malvern Theatre in Worcestershire is a longstanding asset to the community, having undergone extensive renovation works, the construction of the new entrance, now uses Saint-Gobain Glass COOL-LITE® SKN 175, further enhancing its appeal.

In addition to serving as the theatre’s new main entrance, the extension facilitates a significant increase in workshop capacity, from approximately 2,500 to 14,500 places annually. This expansion enables the hosting of further drama, music, movement, dance, and art classes. Furthermore, the enhanced facilities enable the Malvern Theatres to extend its collaborations with Acorns Children’s Hospice and other specialized care providers.

The Glass

The COOL-LITE® SKN 175 glass is an ideal solution for façades and glazing in commercial buildings. This high-performance product excels in solar control, providing a neutral aesthetic whilst prioritising energy efficiency. The result is the creation of beautiful, functional buildings that perform well, considering aspects of comfort, visual appeal, and the sustainability of building glass over the complete building life cycle.

COOL-LITE® SKN 175 balances the advantages of a high-performance neutral solar control product with:

  • High light transmission
  • Low g-value
  • Excellent U-value of
  • High degree of neutrality

By using COOL-LITE® SKN 175, interiors can be made more comfortable, reducing overheating and the reliance on costly air conditioning. Simultaneously, it noticeably decreases excessive heat loss. The high light transmittance also diminishes the need for interior lighting during daylight hours, contributing to a further reduction in energy costs.

Saint-Gobain Products that were used in this renovation

planitherm® neo

PLANITHERM® NEO

PLANITHERM® NEO is the most advanced thermal insulation glass within the PLANITHERM® family. It can be used in double-glazed and triple-glazed applications, as it combines thermal performance with optical quality and sustainability credentials.
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VISIOSUN

Featuring a reeded glass effect, VISIOSUN by Saint-Gobain Glass is suited for architectural and interior projects.
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TIMELESS

TIMELESS anti-corrosion glass can help maintain the transparency of your glass shower enclosures and bath screens.
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FIRE GLASS

Fire resistant glass products are essential in helping to achieve safe living and working environments. At Glassolutions, we provide a wide range of fire resistant glass options.
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MIRALITE® EASYSAFE

MIRALITE® EASYSAFE features a shatterproof resin backing that retains 98% of glass splinters if it breaks, helping to ensure safety.
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miralite® pure

MIRALITE® PURE

MIRALITE PURE is manufactured using 30% recycled glass and uses water-based rather than chemical solvents. It is lead and solvent-free glass mirror which helps minimise the release of VOCs
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PATTERNED AND PRIVACY GLASS

The Saint-Gobain Glass range of patterned, textured and translucent glass can help to create bright and stylish spaces in locations where light and privacy is required.
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BIOCLEAN®

BIOCLEAN® coated glass uses sunlight and rain to help keep your windows cleaner for longer. It can be installed in hard-to-reach glazed areas, such as roofs, sky lights and lanterns.
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ANTIQUE MIRROR AND VERSAILLES MIRROR

A vintage style mirror can bring classic sophistication to a space. MIRALITE® ANTIQUE and MIRALITE® VERSAILLES can be used throughout the home, in the living room, dining room, bedroom or hallway, and are also widely used in commercial buildings such as hotels, restaurants, theatres and bars.
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parsol® ultra grey

PARSOL® ULTRA GREY

A grey tinted glass, PARSOL® ULTRA GREY has a deep grey, almost black gloss aesthetic. It can be used for a variety of applications including interiors such as kitchens and bathrooms, furniture, and external facades.
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