Reuse and repurposing

Our consultancy and survey teams worked together to convert the convention centre back to its original use, after serving as the Nightingale Hospital during COVID-19. We used Matterport (Rapid Capture) and laser scanning to facilitate a remote design process, while complying with pandemic imposed restrictions. This supported the Council’s ambitions to attract and retain local businesses.

Our adaptive reuse of a vacant Debenhams store, which had fallen into disrepair after Debenhams went into administration, has given this space a new purpose ensuring its significance for generations to come. Otherwise likely to be demolished, the space will be repurposed to create a new cinema, food and beverage and leisure facilities. It is the first phase in wider regeneration of the local area.

Our geomatics team worked with the University of Edinburgh to undertake surveys for prominent category A and category B listed buildings. We carried out scan to BIM surveys, laser scanning, captured topographical data, created a 3D topographical model, and extracted 2D AutoCAD elevations and floorplans from the 3D model. The surveys informed a programme of sensitive refurbishment and retrofit, supporting a series of departmental relocations and reorganisations.

The Italianate Gothic, Grade II* Listed building has had multiple uses over the decades, however, has remained empty in recent years, leading to its slow deterioration. We provided conservation and heritage services to deliver sensitive fabric repairs, restoring it back to their former beauty and ensuring it's maintained for future generations.

We transformed a culturally significant 1930s building into Leeds Maths School, a new post-16 education facility in the heart of the city. By retaining the façade and reinstating uniformity across extensions, we respected its heritage while maximising the existing plan. Maximising the existing plan, the design enhances natural daylight and outdoor connections, demonstrating sustainable design and sensitive conservation of a historic building.

A Grade II listed office building with a 1980s extension was underused in a prime business location. Our architectural and interior design team refurbished the building to meet 21^st century employee needs with more lettable floorspace, improved accessibility and modern amenities. Our team also worked closely with sub-consultants to restore the facade and bring it back to its former glory.

We refurbished the Grade ll listed former Hackney Police Station to create a new Muslim faith primary school. We retained the existing windows and used a limited material palette, including brick and cedar to create clarity and composition with the surrounding context. The Muslim Faith Primary School provides the London borough with a new educational space, where pupils feel welcomed, valued and important.

This 1843 Grade II listed commercial building has undergone several adaptations over the years. We assessed the current building and how it could be better used to meet modern market demands. We will refurbish the disused space to create nine boutique apartments, supporting the local economy by bringing more residents into the Leeds city centre conservation area.

Glengall Road revitalises a disused industrial site in the Old Kent Road regeneration area, delivering 181 residential apartments and flexible workspace. The scheme preserves the historic warehouse façade and chimney, while rationalising layouts and creating an internal street. This adaptive reuse enhances resident experience, celebrates heritage, and provides a sustainable, Part M-compliant mixed-use development.

The construction of Radbrook Hall was completed in 1900 and acted as a technical college for many years until the sale of the site in 2014. Our masterplan retains key historical buildings, including Radbrook Hall, which has been transformed into 15 independent living apartments. Our refurbishment preserves the Victorian gothic architecture and well-known local red brick.

As part of University College London’s estate maintenance, we provided building consultancy, conservation, and geomatic services for the adaptive reuse and preservation of the Grade II listed Cruciform Building. A detailed roof survey informed a sensitive conservation plan, guiding repair works and supported the process for Listed Building Consent.

Strathclyde Partnership for Transport undertook a review of their rail network and appointed us to update 11 subway stations. Our refurbishment involved reconfiguring the internal layout on a live site to promote a better passenger experience. We worked closely with stakeholders to replace and renew all systems in the stations.