102 GRAHAM Construction
GRAHAM CONSTRUCTION - THE GRAMOPHONE
GRAHAM Construction is the largest subsidiary in the GRAHAM Group and delivers building and civil engineering projects for both public and private sector clients . With an impressive track record , they provide a comprehensive service through Design and Build , Public Private Partnership ( PPP ), Framework Partnering and traditional contracts throughout the UK and Ireland . Their construction expertise is founded on an extensive portfolio gained across all major forms of procurement .
Working through their network of regional offices , the strength of their Building team lies in its ability to combine local presence and knowledge with an absolute focus on the client ’ s requirements and a standard of service that repeatedly delivers quality construction projects in a safe , professional and sustainable manner .
In addition GRAHAM can also boast a long track record in all aspects of civil engineering from major infrastructure projects in the water , road and bridges sectors to specialist expertise in structural solutions , marine , transport , nuclear and energy sectors . Working independently , or as part of a joint venture partnership , their Civil Engineering team also retains the capability to bring extensive experience combined with local knowledge to deliver in any part of the UK and Ireland .
GRAHAM Construction won the £ 25m design and build contract for Phase 2 of The Gramophone Works , a new commercial campus in Kensal Rise , London . Once home to Saga Records and at the forefront of London ’ s reggae scene , the 20th century buildings are being developed by Resolution Property to make way for up to 85,000 sq ft of contemporary workspace by the Grand Union Canal . Phase one of the redevelopment , which has completed , features 20,000 sq ft of office space , communal terrace and four outside terraces . www . graham . co . uk
across five floors , with some of the upper offices benefitting from 6,500 sq ft of rooftop access space . There will also be a new shared reception / event space and canal side café , as well as a cycle hub with 130 spaces .
GRAHAM Construction will adapt and refurbish the existing Gramophone Works building to create the new commercial campus .
A four-storey timber extension above the building will be installed with new brick and glazed façades added to all elevations , while other improvements will include a louvred rooftop plant enclosure , green roof and photovoltaic solar panel installation .
Mechanical and engineering works include the installation of a new plant including a generator room and sub-station . Internally , new suspended ceiling lights and heating and cooling systems will be fitted throughout .
Mark Owen , Head of Development at Resolution Property , said : “ This is a major office project that will further establish this part of West London as a growth area for new and existing businesses . We are pleased to be working with GRAHAM to deliver such a striking and innovative office scheme .”
Rob Joyce , Development Director , added : “ This new development will provide state-of-the-art business facilities and public spaces to support the needs and talents of the local community and workforce in Kensal Rise . Our aim is to create a modern , fit-for-purpose facility that offers a real ‘ London Village ’ community feel .”
The scheme has been designed to meet the standards set out in the London Plan , as well as aiming to achieve BREEAM ‘ Very Good ’ certification . The proposal will also comply with ‘ Secured by Design National Building Approval ’ guidelines .
As part of the second phase , GRAHAM Construction will deliver an additional 65,000 sq ft of contemporary workspace
Works are due to commence and will take place over a 120- week programme .