North West Cambridge, Student & Staff Accommodation

Alloy Fabweld was appointed by Graham Construction to deliver architectural metalwork packages across the North West Cambridge and Eddington District schemes, with a combined value of £1.16 million. Their work included bespoke art perforated window surrounds, sliding screens to accommodation windows, perforated window panels and chimney cladding panels, all contributing to the distinctive appearance and environmental performance of the buildings.

For the student and staff accommodation, Alloy Fabweld manufactured bespoke perforated window surrounds from powder-coated aluminium sheeting, formed into trapezoid segments. Each section was carefully aligned to create continuous panelling across the façade, giving the accommodation a unique visual identity while maintaining accuracy across the building envelope.

Across the wider Eddington District works, Alloy Fabweld designed, manufactured and installed sliding screens to the accommodation windows, along with perforated window and chimney cladding panels. These elements provided more than architectural detail. They supported solar control, ventilation and privacy, helping the buildings respond to the development’s wider sustainability goals.

The metalwork required precise fabrication, careful coordination and a strong understanding of how each element would integrate with the façade. The sliding screens and perforated panels added depth, texture and movement to the elevations, while the chimney cladding helped maintain a consistent architectural finish across the wider scheme.

Alloy Fabweld’s contribution to North West Cambridge and Eddington District demonstrates their ability to deliver detailed, design-led façade metalwork within a major sustainable development. Their work helped create a distinctive and high-performing building envelope, supporting the University of Cambridge’s vision for a new neighbourhood built around quality, community and long-term environmental responsibility.