Unique High Rise Octagon Has 13000m² Protectapeel Glass Protection
07 November 2023
The Octagon, based in Birmingham is the first pure residential octagon high rise building in the world.
Its mesmerising architecture boasts eight equal facades and is set to be the major new landmark for the city. Whilst there are other octagon shaped buildings in the world (MLC Centre in Sydney and 383 Madison Avenue in New York) these buildings do not have equal sides, four are of equal width and the remaining four are of a different equal width. Making the Octagon in Birmingham truly unique.The £110m building commenced construction in 2021 and is due to be completed in 2025. The Octagon will stand at 49 storeys (155m – 3m taller than the BT Tower) and will feature 346 purposed designed build to rent homes.
The exquisite building frame is characterised with large horizontal windows, with each residential unit incorporating a 10.5m wide widow to truly enjoy the views. That is why Protectapeel has been used on 13,000m² of glass so far to protect the iconic façade from scratching, mortar and paint overspray.
“We are still using Protectapeel on the Octagon, we are happy with the product and the service from Spraylat so far, giving us guidance and support on both the product and the equipment.”
Meng Wen, Project Manager McMullen Facades Ltd.
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