The Gunpowder Mill scheme involves the sensitive conversion of historic but derelict buildings and the addition of a new modern element on a site surrounded by woods and parkland. In the 18th Century, the Royal Gunpowder Mills housed the largest gunpowder works in Britain.
Two early 19th Century buildings, the Power House and Water Tower, have been converted to form a new headquarters for the client, while remaining faithful to the industrial history of the site. A new three-storey glazed structure completes the office complex and incorporates a top-floor terrace which links all three buildings and gives magnificent views out over the adjacent water meadows.
Awards:
Civic Trust Award Winner 2010
Constructing Excellence Awards L&SE 2010 -
Heritage Project of the Year
RICS Awards 2010 - Building Conservation Commendation
Roses Design Awards 2010:
Architecture Grand Prix Award, Commercial Project Gold Award and Regeneration Project Silver Award