Willmott Dixon marked completion of its two year restoration of the East Wing of Alexandra Palace with a staff meeting that was only the second event in this famous part of the building in 80 years! The company’s team met to celebrate the opening of the Grade II listed heritage Continue reading
People will be able to visit the restored Stracey Arms Mill near Great Yarmouth thanks to Norfolk County Council’s successful bid for £554,600 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF). Works have begun to safeguard the mill and create a building onsite for people to learn about the history of the Continue reading
On Tuesday 25th September, the restoration of the roof has been completed on the 1797 Grade I listed Main Mill at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, marking a key moment in the restoration of this unique group of buildings. The Main Mill is one of the most extraordinary buildings in the world Continue reading
It’s that time of year again when the iconic Movember charity campaign comes into full force, delivering the message about men’s health to the masses. When looking to redesign its London head office, the global men’s health charity, Movember Foundation appointed CCWS Interiors to undertake the design and refurbishment. Having Continue reading
A Grade II listed town hall has been transformed into a museum and art gallery with the help of REL Building Services. Located in St Albans city centre in a conservation area, the historic building has been extended and refurbished by main contractor Willmott Dixon. REL was responsible for the Continue reading
Bauder’s unique Moisture Mapping Survey scientifically verifies the exact levels and locations of moisture within any existing waterproofing system. From this testing method the true condition of the roof is identified, plotted, and a visual data report produced that determines the remedial action needed. Continue reading
The Big Ben conservation project reached a major milestone when the final piece of the 98 metre high scaffolding was slotted into place. The achievement was recently marked by a rooftop ‘topping out’ ceremony, a centuries-old ritual celebrating the highest point of building work being completed. Continue reading
Work has been completed on the £1millon restoration of a Grade II listed building in the heart of Leeds city centre. Priestley Construction, the Leeds-based contractor which specialises in the refurbishment of historic buildings, has transformed Hanover House, the previous head office of Blacks Solicitors LLP, into ten luxurious apartments. Continue reading
“We all have a responsibility to ensure that the end result of our building projects are as high performing as they can be. By using ‘post-occupancy evaluation’ (POE) to show the shortcomings in existing buildings before and after refurbishment, immediate issues can be identified and resolved. “Beyond just looking at Continue reading
The name Stanford Hall invokes a picture of splendour, with vast gardens on a manor estate. It has a rich history dating back to 1558, when the property was first granted to a goldsmith named Robert Raynes by Queen Mary I. Since then it’s been passed to various families favoured Continue reading
Elizabeth (Liz) Peace CBE has been appointed as the Chair of the shadow Sponsor Board of the Restoration and Renewal of the Palace of Westminster. The governing bodies of both the House of Commons and House of Lords approved her appointment on Monday 16 July. Earlier this year, both Houses Continue reading
Sheffield property developers Ashgate and HLM have submitted plans for the renovation, refurbishment and extension of the ‘Nichol’s Building’ on Shalesmoor roundabout. As part of the plans, the former grocer’s warehouse will be developed with a new single storey extension and a seven-storey block to the south-west of the site Continue reading
Tudor Roof Tiles Co Ltd is committed to the sympathetic restoration of period and listed buildings through the use of historically authentic handmade peg and plain clay tiles. In this month’s Refurb and Renovation News Paul Lythgoe, Managing Director of Tudor Roof Tiles, outlines the key factors to consider when Continue reading
Wates has been chosen as the contractor to deliver a £650 million revamp programme on Parliament’s Northern Estate, which is expected to be started in 2019. The essential refurbishment will help restore and protect listed heritage buildings in Westminster including Norman Shaw North and South, 1 Parliament Street and 1 Continue reading
CAPITAL&CENTRIC has made a start on its £50m renovation of Manchester’s Crusader Mill, with main contractor Artez beginning work this month. Artez, who have also worked on the developer’s Bunker and Hus projects in Liverpool, have now commenced construction and are on track to deliver the first homes by late-2019. Continue reading