Reach for the sky

By Eleanor Young 2001-11-20T00:00:00

Rooflights have been used to stunning effect on some recent projects. But specifying them isn't easy. The technical considerations range from overcoming heat loss and potentially increased fire risk to choosing a material that is both strong enough to install safely and flexible enough to mould.

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