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News Release from: Ian Williams | Subject: Grade II-listed Grove House renovation
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 24 September 2007
Modern renovation safeguards historic
styling
Grade II-listed Grove House, in Cornwallis Grove, Clifton, is being converted into 14 one and two-bedroom apartments by Chamberlain, the construction arm of Ian Williams.
An historic Bristol building being transformed into luxury apartments is being safeguarded for future generations thanks to an innovative approach from builders The Grade II-listed Grove House, in Cornwallis Grove, Clifton, is being converted into 14 one and two-bedroom apartments by Chamberlain, the construction arm of Chipping Sodbury-based Ian Williams
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 17 Feb 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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The original grand house - most recently used as a clinic by Bristol Cancer Help Centre - has a host of stylistic features dating back to 1757 when it was built, including ornate covings, decorative plasterwork and original sash windows.
These are all being preserved on the ground floor as part of the GBP1.8 million project, despite the remodelling calling for clean, modern lines.
Specialist work is being carried out by Chamberlain to cover the detailed covings and period plasterwork using pods.
This means that, in future years, if the building is altered again, the original key features will have been preserved to be incorporated in any later scheme.
The original sash windows are being restored and copied for windows in new build sections, and the imposing, handmade wooden staircase has been carefully encased while the work takes places, allowing it to be revealed again when the project is complete as a centrepiece feature of the main building.
The building has previously been extended with two flat-roofed wings.
The current renovation includes building Mansard roofs - a type of hip roof with two different slopes on each of its four sides - to replace the flat ones, making it more in keeping with the character of the property.
Nick Acheson, general manager with Chamberlain, said: "This historic building is an important part of Clifton's architectural history".
"We are using all our skill and experience, working with closely with the client and the design team, to ensure the work to create 14 new luxury homes also safeguards the future of the building".
The project is expected to be completed in February 2008.
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