Sapphire’s balconies are bringing high-quality outdoor living spaces to apartments in Plot 4 of Lendlease’s Deptford Wharves development. A total of 217 apartments feature Sapphire’s Next Generation suite of balconies, complete with flat infill vertical bar balustrades, providing a sleek and modern aesthetic.
Deptford Landings is made up of six thriving neighbourhoods, including the first phase which is now 100% sold. Delivering 1,132 homes, the development is innovatively designed to complement the surrounding area, creating a cosmopolitan community steeped in history. A notable feature of Plot 4 is its use of Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) for the building frame, offering sustainability benefits, excellent structural performance and reduced construction time due to off-site prefabrication.
The Sapphire team worked with Lendlease to manage balcony deliveries to the Deptford site as a small site footprint meant there was very limited on-site storage available. This meant that not only could the balconies not be stored on-site awaiting installation, but it meant that transport logistics needed to be considered at an early stage.
The innovative RLD connection played a crucial role in overcoming these constraints. By allowing balconies to be pre-slung on lorries and lifted straight into position, the installation was streamlined, reducing the need for temporary storage. The connection arms were integrated within the balcony Cassette®, eliminating any requirement for installers to step out onto an unsecured load. Additionally, the use of the G60 non-combustible anchor ensured compliance with fire safety regulations, fully thermally breaking the façade and mitigating any fire concerns related to the CLT structure.
Sapphire’s innovative design combined the Next Generation Cassette, the Remote Locker Device (RLD) connection solution, and the G60 anchor to streamline the project. These elements reduced the project’s carbon footprint compared to previous systems, increased installer safety, and ensured seamless project delivery.