Architectural Quality Covers For Drains, Screens and More

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• Designed external drainage solutions for

residential, commercial & urban schemes

• Architectural quality covers in a wide variety of

designs, materials and inishes

• Integrate all your external products including

manhole, gully and ventilation covers into one

design intent

• New extended range includes curved

covers, tree grates and street furniture

• Our bespoke service means unlimited

design possibilities for your project

• Our LED channel light bars will enhance your

outdoor experience

Welcome to Aquascape

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Hello from Lateral Design Studio.

Here we highlight our beautiful range of Aquascape external products. These

are being used by homeowners and professionals alike including landscape

architects, garden designers, and developers.

Lateral Design Studio is a family run company with 30 years experience in the

construction industry. We specialise in combining unique designs with cutting

edge technology to turn functional construction products into art. We use

only the best materials and work with quality assured British manufacturers

whenever possible.

Our beautiful covers are available in stylish & modern stainless steel, smart &

natural Jonite stone composite or classic & sophisticated cast iron. They can

be used on driveways, patios, balconies, gardens and in urban landscape

schemes; adding a designed element to:

• External channel drains

• Gully and manholes

• Swimming pool and spa drains

• Air conditioning and ventilation units

In addition we can also offer beautiful decorative tree grates, garden screens,

our new level access drain solution for glazed doors “Aqualevel”, and much

more.

As well as offering a wide range of set designs, our in-house team can

tweak with an existing pattern or commission a completely new one for you,

producing them in a choice of quality materials and beautiful inishes.

We can provide everything from straightforward product sales through to a full

design and supply service. We offer all associated products including drainage

channels, gullies and a range of accessories to enable you to complete your

project using just one supplier.

Our products are attracting widespread critical acclaim; from the press to

leading industry bodies, everyone is shouting about them from the rooftops.

When you turn the pages of this brochure, we hope you will be too.

We look forward to working with you soon,

John Harte

Managing Director

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Aquascape Menu

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Stainless Steel & Aluminium Covers 4

Stainless Steel Bespoke 6

Jonite Stone Composite Covers 8

Jonite Stone Composite Bespoke 10

Cast Iron Covers 12

Cast Iron Bespoke 14

Aquascape Polyethylene Channels 16

Aquascape Aluminium Channels 17

Aquascape Polyconcrete Channels 18

LED Light Bars 19

Aqualevel Designed Solution For Doors 20

“Their products exude sophistication while addressing functionality. Customised or the stylish

ready-to-it range has made Lateral Design Studio a irst choice for designers & architects”

Vanessa Brady O.B.E

S.B.I.D. President & Lateral Design Studio Ambassador

“Their cutting edge drain channels bring style and interest to an ugly and boring necessity”

Garden Design Journal

“Aquascape is now providing the products that designers have been crying out for.

Drainage is now sexy!”

Juliet Sargeant M.S.G.D

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Aquascape Stainless Steel & Aluminium Covers

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Stylish&modern

Aluminium

now

available in

over 200

anodised

colours

Our modern, stylish stainless steel covers are precision made and come in ten

designer options. They replace ineffective slot and unsightly plastic or galvanised

steel ‘ladder style’ designs which scar every project.

Our 304 grade stainless steel is 70% recycled (316 grade also available) and comes

in a standard brushed inish, beautiful bespoke designs and other metalinishes are also available. We can provide co-ordinated gully and manhole covers providing a seamless look for your project.

Hexagon

Pyramid

Crossword

Chevron

Blossom

Waves

Diamond

Oxo

Geo Squares

Morisco

Covers come in a brushed finish as standard. Other finishes available include bronze, copper and nickel.

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Our bespoke service offers you the

opportunity to tweak with one of

our exclusive designs or choose a

completely new pattern for your

project. Our experienced team will

work closely with you to ensure your

chosen design, material and inish is it for purpose and complements the aesthetics of its surroundings.

Your chosen design can now be carried

throughout all external products,

integrating the once separate pieces

into one design intent. These designs

can be produced in virtually any size,

with a range of beautiful inishes.

Pictured: An impressive bespoke stainless steel shower base in our ‘classic shield’ design, produced for our

garden at the prestigious R.H.S. Chelsea Flower Show.

316 GRADE

STAINLESS STEEL

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Aquascape Stainless Steel Bespoke

CUSTOM

DESIGNS

CUSTOM

METAL

FINISHES70%

As well as our highly popular designed channel drain

covers, we produce an array of external products

including:

• Co-ordinated gully and manhole covers

• Swimming pool and spa drain covers

• Water features

• Beautiful decorative tree grates

• Garden screens

• Air conditioning and ventilation covers

• Plus our new level access drain solution for doors

“Aqualevel”

Above: A bespoke set of stainless steel channel covers we

produced for a private home in North London. It had a series of

precisely cut angles which followed the outside lines of their

beautiful octagonal shaped conservatory perfectly.

Below: Commissioned stainless steel

gully covers produced for a client in Los

Angeles, featuring an intricate map of the

U.S.A.

Our creative design team offer excellent

branding opportunities to clients who want to

see their company logo in a new and exciting

format.

In today’s highly competitive marketplace,

it’s becoming harder for companies to get

themselves noticed. Our offering means you

now have an innovative and eye catching way

to do that.

Simply use your company logo alongside one of

our patterns to create the perfect combination

of brand and design, ideal for the hotel and

leisure industries. We can use an existing logo

and pattern or create a completely new one,

working with you every step of the way.

Our linear drain covers, manhole covers &

gully covers are designed to leave a lasting

impression on your clients every time they leave

your door.

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304 GRADE

STAINLESS STEEL

316 GRADE

STAINLESS STEEL

CUSTOM

DESIGNS

70%

Smart&natural

Aquascape Jonite Stone Composite Covers

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Jonite is an international company that supplies ethical composite stone channel

covers, providing a smart and seamless look.

Their products are made with a minimum of 30% recycled materials and as such

are green label certiied. They also have a lower water absorption rate than natural stone, which means the covers maintain their colour when in contact with

water. Seven designs are available in eight sophisticated colours.

Chiseled CrossStitch

Interlace Keyholes

Palm Pebbles

Square Slots

Bespoke designs & colours available, for

‘s full range of landscape products

see www.jonite.co.uk

Designs Available In:

Ebony Black

CharcoalBlack

Slate Grey

WackyWhite

RosyBeige

IvoryWhite

PortlandBeige

YorkWhite

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We can also colour match your covers to your chosen stone

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Jonite products offer durability and

sustainability, combined with the

sheer beauty of natural stone. As the

exclusive U.K. distributor for Jonite, we

can now offer green label certiied stone composite products ranging

from tree grates and manhole covers

through to street furniture.

Pictured: The natural look of Jonite

stone composite makes it the perfect

partner for your landscape and

pool projects, in both residential and

urban schemes. These grates have

a low water absorption rate of just

0.5%, meaning they’re superior in this

environment to natural granite. This

means your covers will maintain their

colour when in contact with pool water,

unlike natural stone. These quality

channel grates are available in widths

of 190 – 300mm with both straight and

curved edges.

Aquascape Jonite Stone Composite Bespoke

STONE

COMPOSITE

CUSTOM

DESIGNS 30%

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Tree Grates

Jonite tree grates add lair and identity to your project, yet blend effortlessly into their

surroundings. The grates provide space

for trees to grow, whilst allowing for extra

pedestrian trafic around your project. Comes with supporting metal framework. Pictured:

One of our tree grates produced for the multi-

million pound Colchester Arts Centre, which

was designed by the famous architect Rafael

Vinoly.

Manhole Covers

Jonite manhole covers offer style, security and

functionality in one. They blend in effortlessly with

their environment, providing a smart and seamless

look for your project. These covers are suitable for

a wide range of applications as they’re available

in numerous standard sizes, to suit load classes from

pedestrian (A15) right up to airport taxiway (Class

F900)

Street Furniture

Our contemporary range of street furniture

is made from Jonite composite stone,

making it perfect for parks and open spaces.

These ergonomically designed pieces are

comfortable, have an anti-vandal design

and are built to withstand the vigours of the

weather. Our street furniture range also includes

highly durable bins, bollards and bicycle stands.

Please see www.lateraldesignstudio.co.uk to

view our Jonite brochures.

STONE

COMPOSITE

CUSTOM

DESIGNS 30%

STONE

COMPOSITE

CUSTOM

DESIGNS 30%

Aquascape Cast Iron Covers

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Classic&sophisticated

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Our sophisticated cast iron range reintroduces the charm and elegant design of

yesteryear. Manufactured from 100% recycled cast iron, there are ten classic styles

to choose from.

These covers will age naturally developing a golden bloom, providing a natural

rustic look for any classic scheme. Available in widths from around 50mm upto

300mm, we also offer beautiful copper, bronzed, baked oil and colour powder

coated inishes.

Locust

GreekKey

Argo

Carbochon

Paradise

Interlaken

Oblio

Sunset

Dynamo Minnione

NaturalColour

BloomStage

BakedOil Finish

Over Time Bespoke Finishes

AgedStage

Our cast iron range draws on our rich heritage

to produce traditional pieces in classic designs.

In addition to our cast iron channel grates, we

can now offer a wide variety of products which

epitomise those pieces produced by skilled

craftsmen of yesteryear. This range includes stylish

curved channel covers, tree grates, and street

furnishings. Please ask for our PDF brochure which

details our full range of cast iron designs and sizes.

Our architectural quality manhole and gully covers

are classically styled, yet are robust enough to

withstand the rigours of the street. Available in a

wide range of sizes, these covers are suitable for

individual homes right up to prestigious town and

city centre developments.

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Pictured: Seven of our cast iron manhole covers – in the ‘Interlaken’ design - were recently installed in this

urban redevelopment scheme in Brentford, West London.

Aquascape Cast Iron Bespoke

CAST IRON

[SOLID]

CUSTOM

DESIGNS

CUSTOM

METAL

FINISHES100%

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Curved Grates

The sweeping lines of our curved grates will

provide your project with a softer look when

it’s needed. Here we can see an example of

a curved channel grate in the highly popular

“Interlaken” design, which surrounds and

inishes a central water feature. These can be provided with frames, and bolt down ixings for added security.

Tree Grates

These decorative tree grates exude sophistication

and will add an individual rustic charm to your

landscape project. The grates are available in a

wide variety of designs and sizes, provide the space

for trees to grow, and allow for extra pedestrian

trafic. Supporting metal framework is also provided.

Street Furniture

The rustic artisan charm of cast iron has been

extended into a range of street furniture

which is perfect for private gardens and open

spaces. The range includes benches, bollards

and bicycle racks. These curvaceous “Spak”

bollards are made from heavy duty cast ductile

iron, they can come in a powder coated inish and feature a tamper resistant fastener for

ixing securely.

CAST IRON

[SOLID]

CUSTOM

DESIGNS

CUSTOM

METAL

FINISHES100%

CAST IRON

[SOLID]

CUSTOM

DESIGNS

CUSTOM

METAL

FINISHES100%

Aquascape Polyethylene Channels

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We supply the most popular channels used in the construction industry today;

whether plastic, polyconcrete or our NEW versatile aluminium channels. Our

stainless steel, Jonite stone composite and cast iron covers have been specially

designed to it these channels perfectly. Please contact our friendly sales team to discuss any channel requirements you have.

• Aquascape polyethylene channels are a cost efective drainage system

• Interchangeable covers available include stainless steel, cast iron or Jonite stone composite

• Easily cut to size with a handsaw or jigsaw• Frost proof, free from wear

and maintenance

• Unbreakable, lightweight and easy to install

• Black plastic, PE/recyclable material

• Extremely resistant to chemical liquids

• 1000m x W 130mm wide, D 90mm

• Weight 2.1kg

• Fall Type: No Fall

• Connection facility for vertical discharge

110mm diameter

• Density: 0,94 kg/dm3

• MFI (DIN 53735): 6-10g/10 Min

• Tensile Strength (ISO 527): 22 N/mm2

• Elongation (ISO 527): 9,3-9,7 N/mm2

• Modulus of elasticity (tension) (ISO 527): 700-760

N/mm2

• Water penetration level: 0mm

Polyethylene Channel Accessories: Stop End With Outlet Stop End Outlet

Aquascape Aluminium Channels

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Our Aquascape aluminium channels offer you the versatility to connect hard

landscape drainage through to our Aqualevel system for glazed doors. These

durable yet lightweight channels are available in a choice of inishes; choose from a milled inish or powder coated to any standard RAL colour.

• Aquascape aluminium channels are versatile, durable and easy to install

• Interchangeable covers available include stainless steel, cast iron or Jonite stone composite

• All accessories available for easy install

• Can be easily connected to our Aqualevel glazed door solution

• Designed and manufactured in Great Britain

• Lightweight structural grade aluminium

• 3000m x W 130mm wide, D 120mm

• Powder coated or mill inish

• Powder coat available in standard RAL colours

• Full width drain channel for maximum low rate

• Easy to install and low maintenance

• 45, 90, 135 degree corners available

• Available in a variety of depths and widths

Aluminium Channel Accessories: End Plate Spigot Butt Strap

CONNECTION TO OUR AQUALEVEL SOLUTION

Our Aquascape aluminium channels are

designed to connect seamlessly to our NEW

Aqualevel glazed door solution. Aqualevel is

a level access channel drain that works with a

range of door systems including sliding, bi-fold,

and lift & slide. It can be installed in any location

or level including ground, basement and balcony

areas. See pages 20 & 21 for more…

Aquascape Polyconcrete Channels

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These channels offer advanced functionality, attractive looks and a sturdy

U-shaped cross section. The edge rails, which are embedded in the channel

element, not only look superior but also offer a reliable edge protection. These

edge rails are available with a stainless steel, galvanised steel or cast iron inish.

• Interchangeable covers available include stainless steel, cast iron or Jonite stone composite

• Sturdy U-shaped cross section• Edge protection available

in galvanised, stainless steel & cast iron

• Bolt locks available upon request for added security

• Polymer concrete: based on polyester resin

• Total Width: 130mm (150mm)

• Total Length: 500mm and 1000mm

• Height: 60mm to 150mm

• Fall Type: Without Fall

• Loading Classes: A-15—C250 to EN1433

Compression resistance: >90 N/mm2

Flexural Strength: > 22N/mm2

Water absorption: less than 0.05%

Density: 2.1—2.3 kg/ dm3

Modulus of elascity: 25-35 Kn/mm2

Water Penetration level: 0mm

Material Structure: Capillary free

Polyconcrete Channel Accessories: End Plate End Plate With Outlet Silt Box

Illuminating DesignOur IP68 rated LED lighting bars enable you to illuminate your channels at

night, providing a stunning setting for your designer covers.

Our lighting bars are available in 300, 600, 900, 1200 and 1500mm lengths.

We recommend one 900mm light bar for every metre of channel.

• Plug & Play Connectivity

• Custom designed light bar fixings

Aquascape LED Light Bars

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Aqualevel Designed Solutions for Doors

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• New high performance modular drain system

• Architectural quality covers in

a variety of designs, materials and finishes

• Traditional & modern styles

with bespoke designs and sizes available

• Designed and manufactured in

Great Britain

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Aqualevel is a new level access channel drain that works with a wide range of glazed door systems

including sliding, bi-fold, and lift & slide.

It provides you with a speciically designed integral level access drain solution, fully protects your home from the elements and allows you to use a choice of architectural quality covers to take your project to

the next level.

Our covers come in a range of designs and materials including stylish & modern stainless steel, smart

& natural stone composite, and classic & sophisticated cast iron; so they can be tailored to suit both

traditional and modern schemes. That means an end to ineffective french or slot drains, or ugly plastic

or galvanised steel covers which scar your project.

Aqualevel is compatible with most door systems including aluminium, wood, metal, PVC, and

engineered core, and can be installed in any location or level including basement and balconies.

The solution is extremely adaptable as it can be retro-itted to pre-installed doors, used on projects where level access is not required, and can be seamlessly extended to out buildings and / or hard

landscaped areas.

Our bespoke service allows you to choose a completely new design or tweak with an existing pattern,

apply a range of inishes, plus you can even have LED light bars itted within the channel to inish your project to perfection.

Aqualevel works with a range of systems supplied by some of the UK’s largest sellers including:

AluK | Centor | Origin | Reynaers | Sapa | Scenic | Schuco | Sky-Frame | Smart Systems

| Solarlux | Sunflex | Tormax | Vitrocsa | And many more…

Please see www.lateraldesignstudio.co.uk for our full Aqualevel brochure, or contact us for a hard copy.

Channels can be powder coated in any RAL colour to match your door system

1. Complete level

access drainage

solution

2. Full width drain

channel for maximum

low rate

4. Easy to install & low

maintenance

6. Retro it option available 5. Finished with a

designer cover

3. Collects & redirects

both surface & driven

rain water away from

your threshold

PATENT PENDING

Aquascape In The Press

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Lateral Design Studio regularly features in the press, and here’s why: We transform the

mundane into masterpieces. Don’t take our word for it, here are just a few magazines who are

shouting about our products from the rooftops…

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More Reasons To Choose Aquascape

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Aesthetic BeautyLateral Design Studio has been a inalist in no less than four national awards, and here’s why: We turn the mundane into masterpieces. With a choice of

materials, designs & inishes, the results are simply stunning.

Top Of The PotsOur products are a hit with garden designers, landscape architects and

homeowners alike. They have been selected for use in two gardens at the

R.H.S. Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, one winning a silver award.

They were also used in a gold award winning garden at the R.H.S. Tatton

Park Flower Show. Pictured: Our illuminated outdoor shower base was a

feature in our garden at the R.H.S. Chelsea Flower Show. The garden was

designed by Juliet Sargeant M.S.G.D.

Green CredentialsAll of our covers have recycled content. Aluminium is one of the most

cost effective recycled materials being used in construction. The stainless

steel we use for our covers has a minimum of 70% recycled content, our

cast iron covers are 100% recycled, and our Jonite stone composite covers

(pictured) are made with a miniumum of 30% recycled materials.

Specialist KnowledgeWe specialise in reinventing, designing and manufacturing new

innovational products that not only function, but aesthetically lift the

project to a new level.

We transform ugly functional components into pieces of art. We design

products for architects, landscapers and developers, who have been

constantly let down by poor quality components that have always

detracted from their inished product.

Our products range from Aquaduct internal designer drain covers

to Aquascape and Aqualevel external drainage systems. We have

decades of experience within the construction industry, running Ormond

Construction, a RIBA award winning company. We never use the word

“impossible”. With us, everything is possible!

Lateral Design Studio Ltd, Unit 5 Cotswold Business Park, Millfield Lane, Caddington, Bedfordshire, LU1 4AJ

020 8450 2244 - info@lateraldesignstudio.co.uk - www.lateraldesignstudio.co.uk

All images and text are the copyright of Lateral Design Studio 2014, members

of ACID (anti copying in design). We reserve the right to make changes to the

design or materials of products without prior notice.

Find out about our two other brands:

Aquaduct specialises in designer internal products

including designed shower & wet room drain covers, loor heating registers, radiator covers and much more. Aqualevel is our total level access drain solution for

sliding, bi-fold, and lift and slide door systems. Keep up to date with Lateral Design Studio on the following social media:

“Lateral Design Studio have been very helpful in supplying me with some very beautiful

bespoke gully covers. Who would have

thought beautiful and gully cover would occur

in the same sentence. I would recommend

them to anyone in the landscape industry.”

Jane McCorkell, Landscape Architect, Ireland

“Lateral Design Studio and it’s employees consistently go over and above what is

expected of them, producing top quality items, on budget, and on time.”

Tony, London

“We briefed Lateral Design Studio and were impressed not just with the proactive ideas they

suggested to us, but also with the fact their solution enhanced our garden and looked

better than we could ever have imagined. All

done with a personal and professional service

too. I’d highly recommend the people and the company.”

Tess, London