British Gypsum products used for Aviator Hotel

Gillespie UK has received the Innovation Award at the International Saint-Gobain Gyproc Trophy for its atrium and staircase design at the Aviator Hotel in Farnborough using British Gypsum products.

One of the largest international competitions of its kind, the awards honour the skills and craftsmanship of plastering and drywalling contractors and promote excellence and innovation in the use of plaster and plasterboard systems.

The Aviator Hotel is inspired by the town's long association with the aerospace industry and has been styled to resemble an aircraft propeller when viewed from the skies.

The hotel features a sleek exterior, with elegant curves formed from bands of bright aluminium, designed to focus attention towards the main entrance.

Visitors enter a spectacular full height circular atrium with a dramatic feature staircase and solid white curved balustrades and landings, from where guests can enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding area.

British Gypsum products were used to create the striking design and achieve the lines and clean finishes demanded by architect BFLS, formerly Hamiltons Architects.

A pioneer in the development of modern-day laminated GRG products and construction techniques, Gillespie UK designed, manufactured and installed Laminated Zerodec GRG (Glass Reinforced Gypsum) panels to create the sweeping staircase.

British Gypsum's Fine Casting Plaster and Saint-Gobain glass fibre tissue were used for the lamination process.

The balustrades were formed using a metal support, Gypframe studs and Casoline MF ceiling components, creating a high impact lightweight finish with outstanding visual appearance and durability.

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