3rd Dimension Designs Limited was formed in 2004 by managing director Matthew Kenney, MIoR, as an independent consultancy providing solutions for the building envelope industry. The company operates nationwide and offers an international remote working service with a network of designers specialising in a number of fields.

Having being employed by some of the market leaders in the industry, Matthew has gained considerable experience in standing seam and ACM rainscreen systems and the following systems:

• Traditional metal roofing and cladding (copper, zinc, stainless steel)
• Membrane roofing systems
• Composite panels
• Curtain wall systems
• Rainscreen systems

Scope of work

• Building Information Modelling (BIM) creation and consultancy
• Product specification – roofing, cladding, rainscreen, glazing
• Value engineering
• Installation details and materials scheduling
• Manufacturers’ standard detailing
• BIM component creation
• 3D & 2D training