Airdrie Retail Park – A New Shop Front Screen
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Aluminium Shop Fronts That Set a New Standard
A shop front is the first thing customers see. An aluminium system from Century 21 delivers the structural integrity, thermal performance and visual impact your commercial premises demands. Designed for high-footfall environments, our shop fronts are built to last without compromising on aesthetics.
Using systems from Smart and Cortizo, we supply and install shop fronts that meet the exacting specifications of architects, commercial developers and business owners alike. Every project is tailored – from sightline dimensions and frame depth to glazing specification and finish.
Slim sightlines, maximum glass
Thermally efficient by design
Built for high-traffic durability
Fully bespoke specification
- Colours
- Glazing
- Security
A Finish For Every Brand Identity
Powder-coated in any RAL colour, our aluminium shop fronts can be precisely matched to your brand palette. From classic anthracite grey to bold statement hues, every frame is finished to Qualicoat standards for long-lasting colour integrity.
Anthracite Grey
White
Off White
Grey
Gloss White
Dark Red
Dark Grey
Dark Green
Dark Brown
Dark Blue
Cream
Brown
Black
Any RAL
High-Performance Glass as Standard
We specify toughened safety glass across all shop front installations as a minimum. Double-glazed units with solar-control, low-E or acoustic interlayers are available - giving you the thermal efficiency, light quality and noise reduction your environment requires.
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Secure From The Frame Outward
Our shop fronts are installed with multi-point locking hardware and toughened glazing as standard. PAS 24-compliant options are available for projects where enhanced security accreditation is required.
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Smart Shopline - The Retail Installer's Benchmark
The Smart Shopline system is a modular, rapid-assembly platform engineered specifically for commercial ground-floor treatments. With 50mm slim sightlines and all fixings manufactured from corrosion-resistant material, it performs reliably in the UK’s variable climate.
Century 21 installs Smart Shopline across retail units, office frontages and business parks. The system accommodates swing doors, rebated doors and automated entrance options within the same framing suite – making it a versatile solution for any commercial brief.
Cortizo Commercial Systems - Precision At Scale
Cortizo aluminium systems bring European engineering standards to UK commercial shopfront installations. Precise tolerances, consistent profile quality and a broad hardware compatibility make Cortizo an excellent choice for architects and developers with demanding specifications.
Whether you’re refurbishing a single retail unit or specifying across a multi-unit development, Century 21 works with you from survey through to handover. Our team handles design coordination, fabrication liaison and full professional installation so the project runs smoothly from start to finish.
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Our Process
Step 1
Enquiry
Get in touch with our friendly team and share the details of your project, we're happy to answer any questions and guide you through the next steps.
Step 2
Consultation & Technical Support
During our consultation, we offer technical support and work with the project architect to advise on the best systems for your project.
Step 3
Showroom Visit
Visit our showroom to see our range of products up close, and enjoy a one-to-one consultation to help find the perfect solution for your home or project.
Step 4
Quote
We'll provide a full, detailed quote tailored to your requirements, including survey and installation costs where needed, so there are no surprises.
Step 5
Installation & Aftercare
Our experienced, in-house fitting team will carry out your installation to the highest standard, with ongoing aftercare and advice available whenever you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below we have answered some of the most common queries we receive from homeowners, architects and contractors. If you can't find what you are looking for, get in touch with our team directly.
Lead times vary by project size and specification, but most standard installations are surveyed, fabricated and fitted within four to eight weeks from order confirmation.
Yes. Our aluminium shop fronts are powder-coated to any RAL colour, allowing precise matching to your brand guidelines or existing signage scheme.
All systems we install use thermally broken aluminium profiles and can be glazed with double or triple-glazed units to meet current Part L building regulations for commercial properties.
We advise on relevant planning requirements during the design stage. For listed buildings or conservation areas, we can support your application with technical drawings and product data.
Yes. Our Smart and Cortizo commercial framing systems are compatible with automatic swing and sliding door operators, allowing seamless integration into the same shop front frame.
Visit our Showroom and See the Quality in Person
Touch the products, explore the finishes and talk to our team before you commit to anything. We’re here to help you make the right decision for your home.
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