System Type: Paving

Milne Avenue, Cambridge

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This large-scale build-to-rent residential development in Cambridge delivered 373 high-quality new homes and required an extensive roofing and waterproofing package spanning approximately 5,500 sqm.

Skyler delivered a fully integrated solution incorporating waterproofing, insulation, and a variety of roof finishes across the development.

A hot melt waterproofing system was utilised extensively, providing a robust and long-lasting solution ideally suited to large, complex roof areas. This was combined with XPS insulation to enhance thermal efficiency and a ballast finish to ensure durability and protection against environmental exposure.

In addition, selected areas were designed to deliver sustainability benefits through the installation of green roof systems. These incorporated paving walkways to facilitate safe access and maintenance, alongside man safe fall protection systems to ensure full compliance with health and safety requirements.

Polymex House, Peckham

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This new-build development, constructed on the former site of the historic R. White’s Lemonade and Edison Bell factory, delivered a mixed-use scheme comprising 170 residential units and ground-floor retail space. The project included approximately 3,300 sqm of waterproofing works and associated roof finishes.

Skyler delivered a comprehensive roofing and waterproofing package, with bituminous hot melt systems and XPS insulation utilised extensively across the development. This combination provided a durable, high-performance solution offering excellent thermal efficiency and long-term waterproofing integrity.

Blue roof zones were integrated with green roof systems across the development to combine enhanced drainage control and ecological benefits.

Paved finishes were installed across selected roof areas, balconies, and terraces, creating functional and aesthetically consistent external spaces while ensuring protection of the underlying systems.

 

 

Lombard Square, Plumstead

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This major regeneration scheme delivers 1,913 new homes over approximately 47,000 sqm of residential, community and commercial spaces.

Delivered across three phases, Skyler has undertaken site-wide waterproofing works totalling approximately 22,000 sqm, supporting the phased evolution of the development and ensuring continuity of performance across multiple build stages.

Given the scale and complexity of the scheme, a multi-system approach was adopted to meet varying design, performance, and programme requirements. This included the installation of bituminous hot melt systems, built-up felt roofing, and cold applied waterproofing solutions, all integrated with non-combustible insulation to meet stringent fire safety and regulatory standards.

Roof finishes across the development incorporate a combination of blue and green roof systems, alongside paved and decked areas, delivering a balanced approach to sustainability, water management, and user access.

The result is a robust, high-performance waterproofing strategy that delivers a professional, future-proofed solution for this large-scale regeneration project.

Winstanley & York Road Regeneration, Battersea

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This project formed part of the wider regeneration of the former Winstanley Estate, delivering 126 new residential units as part of a significant mixed-use redevelopment programme.

Skyler was appointed to deliver a high-performance roofing and waterproofing package across the development.

The main roof areas were completed in a bituminous hot melt waterproofing system, providing a robust, seamless solution suitable for large-scale residential projects. Finishes used were a combination of green roof and ballast, enhancing sustainable drainage performance, improving thermal efficiency, and contributing to biodiversity objectives.

A cold-applied liquid system was installed on the balcony areas, delivering a seamless and highly adaptable solution for complex detailing and constrained interfaces. These were finished with porcelain tiles mounted on a non-combustible pedestal system, providing a durable, low-maintenance, and visually high-quality external finish.

The completed works deliver excellent technical performance with enhanced environmental and architectural outcomes.

Aspyre, Chelmer Waterside

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Phase two of this new build development consisted of three main roof areas totalling approximately 4,000 sqm.

A Three Layered Felt system with tapered insulation & Hot Melt waterproofing with paving to over 2,000 sqm was used.

Chobham Manor

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Chobham Manor is a major development set within picturesque park areas and adjacent to the Olympic Velodrome.

The project which consists of four phases, provides spacious and comfortable living. The setting provides a number of green areas which affords a sense of space and tranquillity.

The location setting allows easy access into the heart of London, with a time of 8 minutes via train from Stratford Station to Liverpool Street Station; for its residents, it provides all requirements.

For Skyler Contracting, it has been a project since 2017 and from phase 2 onwards, Skyler have provided the Cold Applied Waterproofing Systems throughout, along with all associated finishes including Green and Brown Roof, Man-Safe Systems as well as Paving finishes.

Skyler prides itself in being able to offer these services and to this scale; some 12,000sqm of waterproofing and finishes have already been completed and guaranteed.

A close working relationship with the exemplary site team has made the project really flourish.

Master Gunners

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The development for L&Q at Master Gunners Phase 2 is set off of the main road and sheltered by a green belt of mature trees.

Its design comprises of a number of Mews style houses and south facing apartments.

Varying in design and materials, it provides aesthetically pleasing details combined with resident benefits such as well spaced Parallel streets and in-curtilage parking.

Skyler Contracting undertook the roofing package of around 2,000 sqm and comprising of:

Single Ply Roofing System incl Tapered Insulation, Man-Safe Systems, Cold Applied Waterproofing to Walkways and Balconies.

Also, all Pitched Roofing to the development was undertaken by Skyler Contracting.

This project allowed Skyler to showcase its capabilities as a multi-disciplined contractor.

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