The Residence Collection brings visual appeal and energy efficiency to stunning Claybanks Estates development

Located in Heswall on the Wirral, Claybanks Estates is a luxury four home development which blends contemporary design with cutting-edge performance. The project is a collaboration between fabricator HWL windows and flush window specialist The Residence Collection, creating visual appeal and energy efficiency.

The project’s design was driven by a vision for uncompromising quality. To achieve a clean, contemporary look without sacrificing durability, the development team selected a suite of premium products, including 56 R7 windows, 16 Gable frames, in colourway Noir, alongside aluminium doors.

A standout feature of the Claybank Estates project is the use of Timberweld® jointing technology for the shaped frames. Setting a benchmark for precision, this technique was used on every 90-degree joint on the shaped frames. This ensures that even the most intricate Residence 7 Gable windows maintained the authentic, flush timber-look aesthetics while benefiting from modern uPVC technology.

Beyond the visual appeal, the synergy between The Residence Collection and Sheerline aluminium windows delivered a high-performance envelope for the homes. Both systems offer cutting-edge thermal efficiency and meet rigorous security standards, ensuring the properties are as sustainable and secure as they are beautiful.

Graham Howatson, Director​ at HWL Windows, commented:

“This project really does highlight the benefits​ of modern, high-performance systems when paired with contemporary design.​ At HWL,​ we pride ourselves​ on delivering solutions that don't force​ a compromise between aesthetics and technical excellence.​ By utilising Timberweld® technology​ on the complex shaped frames and​ R7 gables, we’ve been able​ to provide Claybanks Estates with the seamless, authentic look​ of timber, but with the superior durability and thermal performance today's luxury homeowners expect. It’s​ a testament​ tо what can​ be achieved through precise fabrication and high-quality partnerships.”

Residence 7 was specifically chosen for its versatile styling and superior build. With a 75mm frame depth, a flush interior and exterior, and seven heat-trapping chambers, the R7 windows provide exceptional thermal efficiency and structural strength, easily outperforming traditional window systems.

"Claybank Estates is a perfect example of how our R7 system can be paired with other window materials such as aluminium to create a sophisticated, modern aesthetic," says Jo Trotman, Sales and Marketing Manager at The Residence Collection. "The use of Timberweld® technology on the shaped gable windows show a real commitment to craftsmanship, ensuring that the intricate architectural details of these homes are finished to the highest possible standard."

The completion of Claybank Estates serves as a flagship case study for developers looking to combine the "best of both worlds" - the authentic timber-look of The Residence Collection with the sleek, architectural strength of Aluminium.

To find out more about The Residence Collection’s R7 range, visit: www.residencecollection.co.uk/collections/r7/