Bloomsbury Quarter Construction: October 2024 Update
Dear Neighbour,
We are writing to provide you with an update on our project, Bloomsbury Quarter, previously referred to as the Holborn Links Estate, which primarily focuses on the refurbishment of 21 Southampton Row and Vernon & Sicilian House. The project will soon incorporate works at 31 Southampton Row, with further updates to follow.
Construction Activities
The roof at Southampton Row is complete
Lift installation has begun at Southampton Row
Wall and partition fit-out is in progress
Mechanical and electrical works are well underway
Façade repair and decoration at Southampton Row are finished
Scaffolding has been dismantled at Southampton Row, with scaffold removal at Vernon & Sicilian House to follow
The power changeover from temporary supply to mains is underway
Installation of the roof plant at Southampton Row is progressing well
Plastering repairs to existing walls are complete
Screeding of new floors is well underway
Water closet cores and office fit-out are advancing smoothly
Waterproofing of basement areas is progressing well
Alterations to the rear façade, including windows and doors, are progressing smoothly.
New leadwork on the existing dormer windows is complete
Decoration work has commenced at Vernon & Sicilian House
Considerate Constructors Success
We are thrilled to announce that we recently achieved an impressive 42 out of 45 score in the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) inspection. This score is a testament to the team's dedication to maintaining the highest standards of community respect, environmental care, and workforce value, three key pillars of the CCS Code of Considerate Practice.
Achieving such a high score places our construction team firmly in the ‘Excellent’ category, reflecting our commitment to reducing the impact of construction on local communities and the environment, as well as ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of our workforce. With the upper threshold for excellence starting at 39, this score clearly indicates our exceptional performance and leadership in the construction industry.
This success is impossible without the entire team's hard work and collaboration. Every individual played a critical role in ensuring that we met and exceeded the scheme’s rigorous standards. Congratulations to everyone involved in making this achievement possible! Here's to continuing our journey of excellence and raising the bar for considerate construction. Well done, team!
Traffic Marshall Training with TfL
We recently welcomed Michael Barratt from Transport for London onsite to provide elite and empowerment training for our traffic marshals. The training covered key areas, including:
Safety protocols
Environmental impact awareness
Disability equality
Opportunity crime prevention.
Student Site Visit
In addition, we hosted a group of students from the University of Westminster as part of their studies, providing them with valuable insights into the project.
Construction Meetings
Thank you to those who attended our previous construction meetings. You can find the latest presentation on our website: www.bloomsburyquarterconstruction.co.uk. Should you have any questions or wish to attend future meetings, please email hello@bloomsburyquarterconstruction.co.uk or call 0800 772 0475. We will continue to update you as we plan for works to commence. In the meantime, you can view our draft Construction Management Plan for this phase of the project on our website www.bloomsburyquarterconstruction.co.uk.
General Working Hours:
In line with Camden Council policy, our normal working hours are:
Monday to Friday, 8am – 6pm
Saturday, 8am – 1pm
No works will be undertaken on Sundays or public holidays.
Emergency Contact Details:
Jim Tipple, Project Director: 07522185666
We will be distributing monthly newsletters by email and providing regular updates on our website: www.bloomsburyquarterconstruction.co.uk. We recommend that you subscribe to our project emails to stay updated and to receive invitations to upcoming construction meetings.
Should you have any questions or require additional information, please don't hesitate to get in touch by calling our freephone number: 0800 772 0475 or email us at hello@bloomsburyquarterconstruction.co.uk.
Best wishes,
Bloomsbury Quarter Construction Team