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University of Birmingham; Learning Centre

Value: £1.3m Sector: Education The fit out of the Learning Centre at the University of Birmingham involved an accelerated programme in order to complete within the Clients timescales. The project included a full M&E reconfiguration together with an extensive list of additional aspects of work; new bespoke staircase formed through the atrium; structural glazed balustrading to atrium surround and new staircase; ceramic tiling finishes to floors and walls; design and installation of bespoke joinery including structural totem centrepiece through the atrium; general finishes including new flooring, suspended ceilings and decorations. As well as the list above, GTH formed an extension to the front elevation to create a new cafe area. The project was completed on time and within budget....

University of Birmingham; Collaborative Teaching Laboratory

Value: £3m Sector: Education The design, construction and remodeling to existing Mechanical and Civil Engineering Building at the University of Birmingham over 3 phases. The project was secured on a single stage tender basis, and on a Design and Build format. A full M&E strip out, design and new installation was carried out, based on the Clients scope and design meetings. Following that, we were instructed to complete the following works:- Fabricate and install new new mezzanine levels in different areas, complete with new bespoke balustrading, new wall linings and suspended ceilings throughout, two new automated rooflights, new external windows and doorsets, bespoke furniture including laboratory installations, movable furniture and break out areas, resin floor finishes, general finishes and decorations throughout....

University of Birmingham;
Robert Aitken Building

Value: £1.6m Sector: Education Approached by the University of Birmingham to tender the fit out of the 2nd Floor at their Medical School, we secured this project on a single stage tender basis. The works involved a full M&E installation, followed by a new window installation throughout, curved internal glazed screens, laboratory furniture installation, new suspended ceilings, floor coverings and decorations. Bespoke furniture items were then designed and installed to complete break out areas. The project was complex by its extreme access restrictions; our site entry was through a second floor opening in the external wall that we had to form. However, the project was completed on time, within budget, and with no issues from the existing users or neighbouring properties....

Glancy Nicholls; The Engine Room

Value: £300,000 Sector: Commercial The project involved the fit out of a Grade II listed building within Birmingham city centre to accommodate an Architectural practice who were relocating. The works included a full M&E installation, shot blasting of existing feature beams, walls and steelwork, new mezzanine and staircase, wall linings and feature ceilings throughout. WC and kitchen installations and finishes to the new tenants specification. The project was completed on time, within budget, and more importantly, to the extremely high standards set by the Architects who were also the new tenants....

University of Worcester; The Riverside

Value: £2.4m Sector: Education The refurbishment and re-ordering of an existing car showroom to provide a new sports and dance teaching facility. Works included the renewal of sections of the roof and re-cladding of areas of the external envelope with replacement of glazed curtain walling and entrance doors. Internal remodeling consisted of new M&E installation including new plant room. Extensive internal works to form new teaching and performance areas, offices, toilet facilities and new internal bar/cafe....

University of Birmingham; Shackleton Hall

Value: £1.9m Sector: Education The refurbishment of existing kitchens and bar facilities within Shackleton Hall together with associated external works. The existing Ground Floor and Lower Ground Floor were completely refurbished involving the demolition and removal of the existing kitchen, canteen, bar and restaurant facilities. Internal walls were erected with new wall, floor and ceiling finishes throughout together with new catering kitchen and bar installed and the complete area fitted out with contractor designed furniture, fixtures and fittings. Full M&E refurbishment and replacement was also undertaken during the contract. The whole project was undertaken within the contract period of 12 weeks despite numerous variations being required....

University of Birmingham;
University Centre – Central Kitchens

Value: £2.2m Sector: Education Refurbishment of the existing catering kitchen facility together with associated external works. The works consisted of demolition and removal of existing catering facility followed by the construction of internal walls, new floor, wall and ceiling finishes throughout, together with full refurbishment of the M&E services. A complex new catering kitchen facility was installed together with contractor designed fixtures, fittings and counter facilities in the restaurant area. External works involved extensive remodelling works to the surrounding area including the construction of new stairs and pathway with associated handrail to the embankment....

Solihull MBC; Shirley Library

Value: £500,000 Sector: Local authority The works consisted of the internal fit out of a pre-constructed shell within the Parkgate Shopping Development. The project required the installation of a new shop front and automatic entrance doors. Internally a full Mechanical, Electrical and Data installation was undertaken together with the formation of library space, toilet and kitchen facilities. New wall, floor and ceiling finishes were installed together with specialist library furniture, shelving and equipment. This project was undertaken out of sequence to the rest of the Parkside Development to fulfill the requirements of the Client, this required liaison with the Main Centre Developers. Completion was achieved within programme and within budget and a Prime Ministers visit was able to go ahead much to the delight of the Client and their staff....

Solihull MBC; Solihull Central Library

Value: £1.8m Sector: Local Authority Solihull Central Library and Arts Complex remodeling involved the internal alterations and refurbishment of the Lower Ground and First Floor areas, whilst the library and theatre remained open to the public. The refurbishment works consisted of:- Lower Ground Floor - Undertaking demolitions, formation of internal rooms including M&E services and all new finishes to floors, walls and ceilings. Ground Floor - Complete demolition of catering kitchen and existing offices. Formation of new commercial kitchen, new offices, toilets and shower facilities including all finishes and replacement of library carpets during Christmas close down. First Floor - Complete demolition including forming opening in slab for new contractor designed staircase, handrails and balustrades. Formation of new theatre bar area and offices together with creatives learning zone for exhibitions. The project was undertaken over 6 phases requiring detailed planning to maintain the use of the library and particularly the theatre during pantomime season. Completion was achieved on time and within budget....

Smallbrook Queensway Ltd;
Norfolk House, Birmingham

Value: £4m Sector: Commercial Having worked previously on Norfolk House, we were invited to take part in a 2 Stage Tender for the refurbishment of the 1st and 3rd Floors. Once instructed we were tasked with the complete re-modelling of both floors. The works involved the full strip out of all fixtures, fittings, suspended ceilings, floor finishes and original M&E installation. Following the strip out. the design and build of a new M&E installation was carried out to fulfill the Clients scope. Following that, new suspended ceilings, secondary glazing, WC installations and decorations were completed to a high standard. The successful completion of the works on the 1st and 3rd Floors resulted in the negotiation of works to the Ground Floor, Reception Area and 5 Main Lobby Areas, all completed on a design and build basis, to a high standard, within budget and on programme....