South Coast Metal Roofing Ltd.

04/07/2025

South Coast Metal Roofing have recently picked up another award - This time from the Sussex Heritage Trust.

They described the Three Oaks Farm development as "...a truly exceptional example of thoughtful, site responsive architecture, designed with a deep respect for nature and the client’s brief... The use of cloister-like overhanging roofs enhances the connection to the gardens while also contributing to the building’s thermal performance."

Read more here - https://www.southcoastmetalroofing.com/our-latest-award-2/

23/05/2025

Project update - This is a barn conversion project recently completed by . The roof was installed using VMZinc in Anthra colour.

06/12/2024

UNESCO Recognises Zinc Roofers & Ornamentalists

On December 4th, 2024, in Asunción (Paraguay), the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO added the “Know-how of Parisian Zinc Roofers and Ornamentalists” to the Indicative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. VMZINC®, a long-time partner in this UNESCO candidacy, joins in the joy and pride of the roofing and ornamentalist community. The company and its teams are thrilled that such prestigious recognition is being given to these professions.

After 7 years of work, the GCCP* (the body leading the candidacy), supported by Delphine Bürkli, Mayor of the 9th arrondissement, and the support committee made up of VMZINC and a dozen other industrial companies, have succeeded!

This third candidacy is the one that enables the recognition of these heritage professions, which represent a unique know-how: the art of roofing with the five main materials—zinc (battened roofing), slate, lead, tile, and copper—decorating them with dormers, bull’s-eyes, friezes, or ridge finials.

This art, which originated in the 19th century, is passed down from generation to generation through roofing training centers in Paris and across France. This traditional craft is also looking to the future, contributing to the fight against climate change through the installation of insulation and the implementation of efficient air circulation systems.

Every morning, more than 500 young roofers are missing from the rooftops of Paris, and thousands more across France. May this UNESCO recognition raise awareness of the professions of zinc roofers and ornamentalists and inspire new vocations!

VM Building Solutions, under its VMZINC brand, thanks UNESCO for recognizing these professions as part of the heritage of humanity and thanks the GCCP, Delphine Bürkli, and the support committee for their dedication and perseverance in driving this candidacy. This recognition honors all the building professions in France within this chain of excellence and high standards.

(*) The Syndicate of French Companies in Climate Engineering, Roofing, and Plumbing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eelr3LMZT0

10/10/2024

It's always nice to get an update from our happy customers. This is a house we worked on over a year ago, and it was still very much a work-in-progress at that point. It's great to see how everything has come together. The Greencoat PLX metal in colour Quarry Grey was used here and we think it ties in perfectly.

25/07/2024

The opening ceremony of the 2024 summer Olympics is tomorrow evening. Many of the events will be taking place in central Paris amongst beautiful buildings roofed with zinc for over 150 years

16/07/2024

We are pleased to announce that a project we were heavily involved with is a double-award winner with the Sussex Heritage Trust. The property is the Triangle House, an innovative project featured on Channel 4’s Grand Designs.

The judges had the following to say:

Small Scale Residential Award:
“An innovative, self-build dwelling on a constricted site bounded by the main London railway line and the A29 trunk road. The very clever design has created a comfortable family home. All worktops formed from ‘a single ash tree’! Sound approach to sustainability and energy efficiency, utilising solar panels, rainwater harvesting, heat recovery/recirculation, LED lighting. Excellent sound proofing – hardly aware of trains or traffic. A superb solution to a difficult site.”

Building Craft Award:
“The very clever design has created a comfortable family home. Excellent craftsmanship and detailing throughout.”

26/04/2024

With a little bit of design inspiration, even the most un-promising spaces can be transformed. Take a look at some projects where people outdid themselves:

Home renovation is widespread in many countries, and some people take it to a new level. From building secret rooms to installing trap doors, people have gone above and beyond to transform their homes into unique ones.

19/04/2024

Happy Birthday to us! South Coast Metal Roofing was established in April, 10 years ago.

06/03/2024

This is an interesting piece on landmark buildings across the UK that have been repurposed and given a new lease of life. The Piece Hall in Halifax, in particular, looks lovely -

A Georgian cloth hall and a huge flour mill are among the buildings to have been rescued in England.

21/02/2024

The reinvention of a 17th-century farmhouse, a wellbeing centre for cancer patients and a temple set within the South Downs National Park are among 12 projects shortlisted for the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) South Awards 2024. Check them all out here -

A historic farmhouse, wellbeing centre for cancer patients and a temple are among 12 projects shortlisted for the RIBA South Awards 2024.

12/02/2024

So not necessarily architecture/housebuilding related but some of these made us smile -

Humans are visual beings; we love looking at things we find pleasing. Pair that with functionality, and you've got some extraordinary brilliance.

31/01/2024

South Coast Metal Roofing is proud to be accredited by VMZINC UK and CHAS.

VMZINC RECOGNISED INSTALLER
We have again been accredited as a VMZINC Recognised Installer

Zinc is among the most sustainable metals used in construction today and has been used on the roofs of Paris for almost 200 years. The VMZINC standing seam system is also highly cost-effective, both from an initial procurement and design life perspective. Whether for new build or refurbishment, the VMZINC standing seam system has been designed to complement a wide range of building materials and styles. The finishes available offer exceptional colour stability.

This ensures that maintenance requirements will be minimal throughout the system’s design life and that the material’s installed appearance will be retained for many years. VMZINC’s versatile standing seam system can be used for warm or cold roof constructions and all trim including both internal and hanging external gutters are available in VMZINC.

CHAS
We are also an Accredited Contractor by CHAS - the UK’s leading provider of compliance and risk management solutions. Their award-winning solutions help contractors (suppliers) and clients (buyers) ensure supply chain compliance, mitigate risks and support efficient supply chain management.

As a co-founder of Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) and the Common Assessment Standard, CHAS is trusted by the UK’s biggest names across multiple industries, including construction, education, facilities management, and housing and development. They are at the forefront of setting compliance benchmarks that drive these industries forward and make the world of work a safer place.