Gunning London delivered Phase 1 of the external and internal refurbishment of this prestigious, purpose-built Edwardian mansion block, requiring sympathetic repairs in keeping with the age and style of the building.

The works included :

• fully independent access scaffolding
• ‘Repaircare’ resin window repairs and traditional timber repairs
• extensive masonry repairs including renewal of the Portland stone
• balustrades and a complete Doff cleaning of the stone facade
• re-siting of the external parts of the air conditioning system to coordinate
  with the roof repairs
• roof repairs using a proprietary ‘Alamasc’ system, incorporating insulation and a 40-year warranty
• extensive new lead-work and cleaning of the existing lead-work
• full redecoration including gold leaf detailing to the balustrades
• internal refurbishment and redecoration of the staircase, bespoke manufactured carpets, wallpaper and paints by Farrow & Ball

A high volume of repairs were delivered within a tight, 20-week programme schedule; detailed surveying and scheduling was undertaken for all repairs.

• A full-time Site Manager was allocated for the entire contract duration to
  co-ordinate on site and liaise with building users.
• Short-term flexible programme planning and weekly contract project
  meetings ensured maximum accuracy.
• Complex co-ordination of multiple trades was required for efficient
  delivery.