Door Industry Journal - Winter 2017

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 110 THE door industry journal winter 2017 entrance and bi-folding doors ‘INNOVATION THROUGH PARTNERSHIP’ DELIVERS QUALITY RESULTS IN NEW BOWATER BY BIRTLEY DOOR RANGE The comprehensive new high-quality doors range from Bowater by Birtley, which has been taking the market by storm since it was launched earlier this year, benefits from a decade of collaboration between the company and SFS intec, the leading European manufacturer of high performance door hinges. More than ten years ago, Bowater Doors, which is now part of the Birtley Group, were producing over-rebated doors and wanted to extend their range to include composite flush doors. At that time, SFS intec were supplying them with the Dynamic 2D hinge for heavy over-rebated doors, which ticked all the boxes for technical abilities, reliability and aesthetics since it could be manufactured in a range of colours to match other hardware. As a result, SFS intec were asked to develop and produce a new hinge for Bowater’s expanding door range. Today’s Bowater by Birtley range continues to build on the success of this innovation through partnership approach. The comprehensive door range, which includes composite, fire, flood and steel doors, was a big draw at this year’s FIT Show with its brightly coloured composite doors representing the brand in an eye-catching way, but also illustrating the potential for colour finishes with matching SFS intec hinges. Find out more about the Dynamic 2D hinge range and the complete hinge portfolio at www.sfsintec.co.uk . DOOR COUTURE Let Door Couture take you on an inspirational journey into the art and science of beautiful contemporary door design. A design lover’s ideal coffee table book, Door Couture combines stunning photography and inspirational door design, with key facts for those with a deeper interest in architecture. From door handles to materials, colour to placement - no element is left unexplored. Architects and door enthusiasts alike can delve into the intricate details and key considerations behind successful door design. Fascinating case studies are featured throughout to illustrate important points. Door Couture has been approved as Continuing Professional Development (CPD) by The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and is sure to appeal to architects, interior designers, building surveyors, students, renovators, home owners and those with a taste for the aesthetics of modern door design. THE AUTHOR Elizabeth Assaf is an authority on door design. She has worked in door design and manufacturing for over 15 years and is the company director of Urban Front; a business which specialises in contemporary hardwood steel reinforced doors. Elizabeth has helped create doors to adorn hundreds of exceptional properties across the UK, Europe and further afield. Now she wants to share her expertise, knowledge and experience through Door Couture. Urban Front Tel: 01494 778 787 www.urbanfront.co.uk Bowater by Birtley door featuring the Dynamic 2DF hinge from SFS intec.