Case Studies

Millennium Square, O2 Arena

This unique regenerative development is one of London's top venues that host's many high profile events.
The architects decided on Gatic Unislot as being the most suited to fit their design and remarked, "The best drainage is the one other's cannot see".

Bankside Development, London

Following the installation of a bespoke facade drainage system at More London the same architect specified Gatic Facade Slotdrain in stainless steel for another prestigious development at Bankside.

Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds

Main contractor Taylor Woodrow responded to the client brief for a high spec, discreet yet low maintenance channel system to the Forecourt and entrance areas of the Royal Armouries Museum in the Clarence Dock area of Leeds.

Nottingham City Centre

For this high profile landmark development in the heart of Nottingham City Centre, consultants Arup selected Gatic Paveslot for an appropriately high spec yet discreet finish, that could be incorporated as part of the hard landscaping and water features.

Office Development, Hull

On the banks of the River Humber in Hull, Gatic Paveslot - special order manufactured from Stainless Steel, was selected by contractor Nuttall's to complement the high quality external landscaping to this new landmark office development and re-generation of the former dock area.

High Street Upgrade, Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

Brent Merritt, Regional Sales Manager for Hygrade; our trade partner in New Zealand, was happy to inform us that the High Street upgrade in Lower Hutt (Wellington) was a complete success, and all parties concerned were very pleased with the final overall finish. As a result, the client commented that they intended to use Gatic Slotdrain on future projects.

Vasco da Gama Square, Vidigueira, Portugal

This project was commissioned by the Mayor (Câmara) of Vidigueira, and was designed by Engineer Orlando.
The engineer was looking for a discreet line drainage system that would compliment the traditional paving stones, and the steel water tank (from Corten Steel). Gatic Slotdrain PaveSlot channels were selected for use on this project.

Oxford Street Upgrade, Levin, New Zealand

Safety, durability and ease of maintenance are three important criteria for projects undertaken by local councils and authorities. The local authority; and the project consultant (GHD), involved in the Oxford Street upgrade program in Levin, required these criteria, as well as an unobtrusive and aesthetic appearance for the surface drainage system use in seating areas.

More London Development, Central London

Located alongside the River Thames adjacent to Tower Bridge, this high quality, long-term development incorporates extensive hard landscaping and is also home to the iconic GLC Headquarters.

Leeds Valley Park.

For this contemporary, high specification office complex the developer required a discreet drainage solution with minimal joints visible at the surface. Gatic PaveSlot was selected because it satisfied all of the visual criteria, but moreover the 3m long single piece units offered simple and rapid installation making it by far the most cost effective solution when compared to alternative systems.

Princesshay, Exeter

Following a number of successful installations on previous pedestrian schemes, Devon County Council Highways department had no hesitation in using Gatic Slotdrain on their latest project at Princesshay in the centre of Exeter.
The Slotdrain provides an extremely effective, yet discreet method of drainage that blends in neatly with the variety of paving blocks used on this scheme.

Smithsonian Institute, Washington DC, USA

Gatic Slotdrain has already been installed on a number of projects in the USA, which include the Cincinnati Art Museum (Ohio) and the Kogod Courtyard at the Smithsonian Institute (Washington D.C.). These were both specified by Gustafson Guthrie Nichol Ltd, a reputable architects firm based in Seattle (WA).

GGN work on very prestigious projects in the US, and use high quality products that offer a precise finish with long-term durability and performance. The project architect believed that Gatic Slotdrain satisfied these requirements in full.

St.George's Quarter, Huddersfield

The architects on this project dedicated significant time and effort towards ensuring that the external paved surface was in keeping with character of this historic warehouse conversion. They specifically required a discreet drainage system that could follow the contours, and create a neat linear separation between the contrasting paving materials.