gcp has secured planning consent to refurbish and extend Walwyn Gardens retirement housing in Hartcliffe, Bristol. Bristol City Council who own and manage the site appointed gcp to provide designs for this comprehensive refurbishment and upgrade of the 1960’s apartment blocks.
The building has suffered historic issues with damp and structural issues and requires substantial internal and external maintenance and repair works. Following a consultation event with the residents, proposals were finalized that will rejuvenate the site improving the quality and appearance of the site brining a new lease of life to these old buildings.
The following works are included in the proposals:
· Replacement of existing common room & ancillary facilities building including the addition of two new flats over and new lift in lieu of a ramp on ground floor
· Replace uPVC curtain walling enclosing the access walkways with new walls.
· Construct two new fire escape stairs on east wings of the building
· Improve energy performance and appearance of the building by over cladding the existing walls.
· Internal alterations to improve the accessibility of the building
· Landscaping of the gardens
The scheme is already out to tender, it is hoped work will commence on site in the new year.
