Catnic’s SSR2 roof provided the ideal roofing system solution for two luxury housing projects, Contour North and South with its aesthetic appeal and performance capabilities.

Due to the buildings’ unique curved roof design, Catnic manufactured bespoke curved panels to ensure an easy to assemble and flexible installation.

Contour North and South is located just off of Chircombe Lane near the River Torridge in Bideford, Devon. The land, bought by developer Grenco Limited, proved to be the perfect setting for the contemporary buildings. Designed by Fearnley Lott Architects, the team wanted a roofing system that could provide a modern aesthetic to juxtapose with the surrounding environment. In addition, it was crucial that the chosen roofing material could help to achieve the curved roof.

Catnic’s pre-coated metal standing seam SSR2 Roofing & Cladding system was specified. A cost-effective alternative to traditional copper and zinc systems and seven times lighter than a clay or slate equivalent, SSR2 is lightweight, durable and easy to install.

The roof was chosen in anthracite Grey to give the buildings a sharp distinctive outline. The window frames and balcony railings were also colour matched, which elevated the appearance of the properties to the high-end contemporary standard we wanted to achieve.

Designed to last in excess of 40 years with BBA Certification, the SSR2 system helps to meet requirements for sustainability as the panels are 100% recyclable, with a carbon footprint that is three times lower than some of the leading eco-designed urban roofing products.

Additionally, the system is manufactured from Tata Steel’s Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra® pre-finished steel and is designed to meet all relevant legislation, including load bearing for wind speed in accordance with EN 1991-4 and weather tightness in accordance with BS 5534 Parts 1 and 2.