“ The magnificence of the building and its industrial past has been captured by HSSP
Architects .
HSSP ARCHITECTS LIMITED
The desire to preserve the history and traditional materials within the building yet incorporate these with modern interventions is a real blend of striking styles .
Beautiful , exposed brick work , bullnose brick detailing and decorative stops , high ceilings , splendid original iron , oak , and bow string beams , as well as cast iron columns have been retained as a nod to the mill ’ s yesteryear .
COMMUNITY LIVING
The Mill has been designed for living , working and playing in . Its ideal placement and close proximity to the town centre , train station , and canal towpath , encourage active travel options . A gym , communal workspaces , a conference room with kitchen facilities are present , as well as a concierge service based in the wondrous double height atrium lobby . The Gate will house the private swimming pool , with canal side moorings and private gardens completing the perfect living experience .
Successful collaboration between all parties has been a necessity throughout the project , especially in light of the coordination and integration of new modern methods of construction with building methods over 100 years old . Bespoke extraordinarily complex technical systems , non-standard structural elements and significant design development were necessary .
SUSTAINABILITY
The repurposing of this culturally significant building rather than it face demolition and ultimately become landfill , is a tremendous sustainability achievement .
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