MARGO FACADES

Advanced Building Envelopes for a Sustainable Future

At Margo Buildec Ltd, a proud member of the Ichiban Contractors Group, we provide end-to-end façade solutions designed to enhance the performance, appearance, and longevity of modern buildings. Our team offers deep technical expertise across a full spectrum of façade systems—from external cladding to high-performance insulation—tailored to meet the evolving demands of safety, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility.

With a track record built on decades of experience, and supported by the innovation culture of the Ichiban Group, we deliver solutions that reflect our commitment to quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Advanced Building Envelopes for a Sustainable Future

Our EWI services are designed to deliver robust thermal performance, reduce heat loss, and improve the external aesthetic of buildings. Whether for regeneration schemes or new developments, our insulation solutions help clients meet Net Zero and Part L compliance goals.

EWI Expertise Includes:

Complete System Delivery
We manage the entire process from design and specification to installation, using industry-leading systems such as Soltherm, STO, Wetherby, and Weber.
Flexible Build Types
We install EWI across a variety of structural frameworks—timber, steel (SFS), masonry—and offer cavity, direct-fix, and mechanically anchored solutions.
Multi-Layered Reinforcement
Single or double mesh systems with reinforced base coats for impact resistance and longevity in high-traffic or weather-exposed areas.
Render & Finish Options
A wide range of finishes including mineral, silicone, acrylic, dash, brick-effect, and traditional renders, ensuring every aesthetic and performance need is met.
Compliance & Warranty Assurance
All systems are installed by certified teams and come with full manufacturer warranties, ensuring long-term peace of mind and regulatory compliance (PAS 2035, ECO4, etc.).

Beyond thermal performance, our EWI solutions also address condensation and damp issues, making buildings more comfortable, sustainable, and resilient.

Why Choose Margo Buildec Ltd?

As part of the Ichiban Contractors Group, we benefit from a shared vision of sustainable innovation, operational excellence, and long-term value creation. Our façade services are:

Turnkey & Scalable – From small refurbishments to large-scale, high-rise projects
Fully Compliant – Delivered to meet the latest fire, structural, and energy regulations
Sustainability-Led – Reducing carbon footprints while enhancing envelope performance
Client-Focused – Tailored delivery, clear communication, and a commitment to client satisfaction at every stage

We don’t just build façades—we engineer integrated envelope solutions that protect, perform, and impress.

External Wall Insulation (EWI)

Elevating Energy Efficiency, Comfort & Compliance

At Margo Buildec Ltd, our EWI solutions play a critical role in delivering high-performance, thermally efficient buildings—both in new developments and across large-scale retrofit programs.

Whether it’s reducing fuel poverty in social housing, cutting carbon emissions, or simply improving façade aesthetics, our team brings deep technical expertise and a commitment to best practice installation.

EWI Expertise Includes:

Complete System Design & Delivery
We handle full-scope EWI installations, from consultation and detailing through to completion, using accredited systems like Soltherm, STO, Wetherby, and Weber.
Versatile Substrate Solutions
Installed across various structural types—masonry, timber, and SFS (steel frame)—with flexible approaches including cavity, direct-fix, and mechanically fixed configurations.
Multi-Layer Reinforcement
Use of single and double mesh systems, impact-resistant base coats, and weatherproofing to meet performance standards in challenging environments.
Specialist Render Finishes
A full range of high-performance renders including mineral, silicone, acrylic, traditional cementitious, and decorative brick-effect systems tailored to planning or aesthetic needs.
Fire & Moisture Control
Integration of fire barriers, breathable membranes, and drainage systems in line with PAS 2035 and BS 5250 guidelines.
SHDF & Retrofit Experience
We have direct experience in delivering retrofit insulation packages through the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF)—helping local authorities and housing associations meet EPC B targets and carbon reduction goals. Our team is trained in PAS 2030/2035 compliance and works seamlessly with Retrofit Coordinators and Principal Designers to ensure funding eligibility and long-term performance.

All installations are carried out by qualified teams under strict quality assurance procedures, and we provide full manufacturer-backed warranties across all systems.

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Margo Buildec Ltd — Façade & Insulation Solutions

As part of the Ichiban Contractors Group, Margo Buildec Ltd delivers advanced façade services across the UK construction landscape. We specialize in:

Cladding Systems
Including aluminium, zinc, glass, terracotta, brick slips, and rainscreen cladding for new builds and recladding projects.
Glass & Spandrel Panels
For sleek, contemporary exteriors on commercial and residential developments.
Balcony Decking & Safety Systems
Using high-performance non-combustible aluminium decking and compliant support systems.
External Wall Insulation (EWI)
Complete insulation packages tailored to SHDF, ECO4, PAS 2035, and private-sector requirements—with expertise in social housing retrofit delivery.
Full Compliance & Certification
We align with the latest standards in fire safety, thermal performance, and sustainable construction, supported by trusted system manufacturers.

Selected Case Studies

Delivering Excellence Across the Building Envelope

At Margo Buildec Ltd, part of the Ichiban Contractors Group, we pride ourselves on delivering façade and insulation solutions that combine technical precision with compliance, durability, and visual appeal. Below are a few highlights from our recent portfolio:

External Wall Insulation – UK’s First Soltherm Groove Joint System

Overview:

Margo Buildec Ltd successfully completed the UK’s first application of the Soltherm EWI system with innovative groove joint detailing at Great Suffolk Street. This pioneering technique combined the thermal benefits of external wall insulation with the high-end visual appeal traditionally associated with cladding panels. Groove joint detailing can be use instead of movement joints.

Scope of Works:

Installation of Soltherm EWI with groove joint detailing
Surface preparation and finishing
Compliance with design and thermal performance specifications

Key Outcomes:

Delivered a cutting-edge façade solution with enhanced aesthetics
Achieved exceptional thermal insulation performance
Met stringent quality and safety standards

Client: Confidential

Social Housing Decarbonisation Retrofit

Overview:

Under the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF), Margo Buildec Ltd completed Wave 1 and Wave 2 retrofit projects for Surefire Management Services across Nottingham, upgrading building envelopes to modern thermal and fire safety standards.

Scope of Works:

External Wall Insulation installation
Fire safety improvements including barriers and membranes
Coordination with Retrofit Coordinators and Local Authorities

Key Outcomes:

Improved EPC ratings and energy efficiency for social housing units
Enhanced resident comfort and safety
Full compliance with PAS 2035 retrofit standards

Client: Surefire Management Services

Social Housing Insulation Upgrade for Equans

Overview:

Margo Buildec Ltd delivered external wall insulation upgrades for social housing properties in Lambeth as part of the SHDF program, working alongside Equans to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.

Scope of Works:

Full Soltherm EWI system installation
Brick slip finish and aesthetic improvements
Fire and moisture control integration

Key Outcomes:

Significant carbon reduction in retrofitted properties
Compliance with current energy and fire safety regulations
Increased tenant wellbeing through improved thermal comfort

Client: Equans

Aluminium Cladding and Balcony Decking Installation

Overview:

For the Park Refurbishment Scheme at St. John’s, Margo Buildec Ltd installed high-performance aluminium cladding and non-combustible balcony decking, meeting all fire safety requirements and enhancing the building’s façade.

Scope of Works:

Replacement of ACM with A1-rated aluminium panels
Installation of aluminium balcony decking systems
Compliance with fire safety and building regulations

Key Outcomes:

Modern, durable façade system with improved fire safety
Enhanced aesthetic appeal and occupant safety
Successful integration within the refurbishment programme

Client: Park Refurbishment Scheme

Façade Renewal with Aluminium Rainscreen Cladding

Overview:

The Baltic Quay recladding project involved a full façade renewal with aluminium rainscreen cladding, improving the building’s fire compliance and visual appeal without disrupting residents.

Scope of Works:

Structural support upgrades and panel installation
Bespoke fabrication and weatherproofing
Coordination with building management to minimise disruption

Key Outcomes:

High-end modern finish with robust fire safety
Minimal disruption to building occupants
Long-lasting envelope with enhanced weather resistance

Client: Guildmore

Complete Envelope Solution for Mixed-Use Development

Overview:

Margo Buildec Ltd provided cladding and decking works for Block D in partnership with Guildmore, delivering a fully certified, on-time project that balanced aesthetics, safety, and functionality.