Broxap was contacted to help with the overhaul of Marlowes Shopping Area in Hemel Hempstead where a new performance canopy was required in the centre of the shopping area. It was important to complement Marlowes already existing rainbow memorial.

Architects Broadway Malyan became involved along with Greenford Ltd. and contacted Broxap to discuss engineering elements associated with constructing a light and airy rainbow styled steel and glass structure suitable for artists to perform beneath.

Broxap took the original concept proposed by Broadway Malyan and created two versions, one a more heavy duty version with more steel aspects and the other a lighter airier canopy consisting of minimal glazing to the top held in place by stainless steel spiders. Both concepts consisted of rainbow style glazing and electrical service hatches to the columns.

The lighter concept was chosen and production began in line with the regeneration of the shopping area.

The project was delivered with various sub-contract works and regular site visits by the contract manager. Installed on time and within budget using various plant and cranes throughout. Works consisted of large-scale welded, galvanised and powdercoated steelwork with stainless steel glazing spiders and bespoke glass colourings.

Broxap undertook a full trial build at their factory prior to despatch to galvanizing and powder coating.

The result is a fantastic modern conceptual canopy that is representative of the regeneration and history of Marlowes.

The project time line was from March through to Septermber 2015 and was delivered on time and to budget at a cost of £60,000.00.