Old Admiralty Building
- Location
- London, UK
- Client
- Mace
- Expertise
- Architecture
- Civil & Structural Engineering
- Design Management
- Interior Design
- Town Planning
- Completion
- July 2020
The refurbishment and upgrade of the Grade II listed Old Admiralty Building, which was once occupied by Winston Churchill and Ian Fleming, was delivered by our multidisciplinary team.
The creative adaptation of this iconic building facing Horse Guards Parade includes the sensitive repair and refurbishment of the historic fabric internally and externally together with a full reservicing and reordering of the building to create approximately 24,000 sqm of flexible, collaborative workspace.
The internal spaces have been modified through a careful programme of architectural adaptations, to optimise the floorplate efficiency and deliver a modern office environment within the constraints of the listed building. Additional space has been created over two floors for the Government Art Collection. This includes display areas and workshops, a suite of rooms for meetings and administration and bespoke storage solutions to support the collection’s purpose to promote British Art and its programme of public engagement and outreach.
Our Planning team played a vital role in achieving planning and listed building consents for the refurbishment of the historic Grade II listed Civil Service building on Horse Guards Parade. This project highlights our expertise in navigating complex regulatory processes for heritage buildings and our ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. Collaborating closely with the client and design team, we secured the necessary planning and listed building consents for the extensive refurbishment project, which now serves as the Department for Education’s headquarters. Our team worked diligently to engage with key stakeholders, including Historic England, Westminster City Council, and The Westminster Society, to ensure the project adhered to both heritage and planning requirements. We oversaw the discharge of planning conditions, meticulously managing compliance and ensuring the project progressed smoothly. By coordinating with the client’s project managers, we facilitated a seamless process, enabling the timely completion and occupation of this iconic building.