We have provided full architectural design and project management service for a single storey new build, modern, grade A office and showroom unit in Lytham. Our client required a new state of art HQ for their international business retailing office and home furniture.

The project consists of a portal steel frame and a combination of insulated cladding panels, traditional cavity brickwork walls and large architectural curtain walling system to the main entrance.

Internally has been fit out with an industrial yet modern approach, exposing the services and featuring them by suspending form ceilings and surface mounted galvanised conduit to walls.

The layout has been designed to provide flexibility throughout with open plan office and showroom accommodation. Meeting rooms have been provided using pod-like structures clad with rustic timber panelling and industrial aluminium glazed screens.

The floor to the whole unit has been complemented with a polished concrete floor adding to the raw and industrial presence within.

The building has gone above an beyond building regulation requirements and has been certified with an A rating EPC and excellent SBEM calculations making this new office building highly energy-efficient.

‘‘I can highly recommend the service of Carters Architects Preston - Now completed and moved into our new build office and showroom, they have manged the process brilliantly for us from start to finish.’’ - James Margerison - BM direct – Owner

Services Provided:
Feasibility and Option Appraisals
Submission of a Full Plans Application
Technical Construction Drawings
Tender and appointment of contractors
Principal Designer Role pre and post construction
Contract administration and project management during construction
Chairing and recording of site meetings
Snagging and handovers

Project Team:
Carters Building Consultancy LTD - Lead consultant, Designers, PD and PM
Eastham Design Associates Ltd - Structural Engineer
Gilmore Stone Associate Limited - M&E Engineer
Ball and Berry - Building Control
Fylde Borough Council - Local Authority
Lowther Building Company - Principal Contractor
Greenway Electrical Ltd - M&E Contractor

This has turned out to be a fantastic project for us and the rest of the team. The client is thrilled with the result.

If you are thinking of a similar development, feel free to get in touch and see how we can turn your building ideas into reality!