{"id":11066,"date":"2021-02-28T16:32:15","date_gmt":"2021-02-28T16:32:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/british-builder.com\/?p=11066"},"modified":"2025-12-09T13:52:01","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T13:52:01","slug":"refurbishment-kensington-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/british-builders.com\/?p=11066","title":{"rendered":"Colbeck Mews, London, Full Building Refurbishment"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1747186905209{padding-top: 290px !important;padding-bottom: 290px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/british-builders.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/project_15.webp?id=20322) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"white new_title bold\">Colbeck Mews, London, Full Building Refurbishment<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1746928343183{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 35px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;title-project-post&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"bm-project\" aria-label=\"Project details and client feedback\">\n<div class=\"bm-grid\">\n<article class=\"bm-card\" aria-labelledby=\"bm-title-details\">\n<div class=\"bm-figure bm-figure-mobile\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bm-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/british-builders.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/project_15.webp\" alt=\"Residential extension under construction\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"grid-card-list\">\n<h1 id=\"bm-title-details\" class=\"bm-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Colbeck Mews, London, Full Building Refurbishment<\/h1>\n<ul class=\"bm-list\">\n<li class=\"bm-item\">\n<div class=\"text-wrapp\"><span class=\"bm-label\">Location<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"bm-value\">Colbeck Mews, Kensington, London<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"bm-item\">\n<div class=\"text-wrapp\"><span class=\"bm-label\">Duration<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"bm-value\">38 Days<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"bm-item\">\n<div class=\"text-wrapp\"><span class=\"bm-label\">Contract Value<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"bm-value\">\u00a367 660<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bm-feedback\">\n<p class=\"bm-cap\">Client Feedback<\/p>\n<p class=\"bm-quote\">&#8220;This project had its fair share of challenges, but when those challenges emerged, the professionalism and teamwork displayed by the British Builders team were remarkable, and they overcame every impediment that was placed in their way. On-site, there was a wonderful sense of camaraderie, and all of the people I interacted with were friendly and a joy to collaborate with.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"bm-figure bm-figure-desktop\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bm-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/british-builders.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/project_15.webp\" alt=\"Residential extension under construction\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1758188848712{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 35px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table class=\"my_table\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"right bold\">Location<\/td>\n<td class=\"left\">Colbeck Mews, Kensington, London SW7 4LX<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"right bold\">Client<\/td>\n<td class=\"left\">Darker Estate Agency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"right bold\">Project Manager<\/td>\n<td class=\"left\">Jessica Liingad<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"right bold\">Delivery Programme Period<\/td>\n<td class=\"left\">38 Days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"right bold\">Contract Value<\/td>\n<td class=\"left\">\u00a367 660<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"right bold\">Project Number<\/td>\n<td class=\"left\">PRO-5603<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1758188673477{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 35px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;project_feedback&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20192\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 1240px; height: 500px; object-fit: cover;\" src=\"https:\/\/british-builders.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/project_15.webp\" alt=\"Residential Extention London\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1747146608222{padding-top: 25px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #043671 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"white\">Client Feedback<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1758013969927{padding-top: 15px !important;}&#8221;]<em class=\"white\">\u201cThis project had its fair share of challenges, but when those challenges emerged, the professionalism and teamwork displayed by the British Builders team were remarkable, and they overcame every impediment that was placed in their way. On-site, there was a wonderful sense of camaraderie, and all of the people I interacted with were friendly and a joy to collaborate with\u201d<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; el_class=&#8221;before-after-block&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;before-after&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][vc_images_carousel images=&#8221;22178,22179,22180,22181,22188,22196,22187,22189,22195,22182,22183,22190,22194,22192,22193,22199,22184,22198,22185,22186&#8243; img_size=&#8221;250&#8243; slides_per_view=&#8221;4&#8243; hide_pagination_control=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; title=&#8221;Project Gallery&#8221; el_class=&#8221;sliders_colbeck&#8221; el_id=&#8221;project_gallery_slider&#8221;][vc_images_carousel images=&#8221;22178,22179,22180,22181,22188,22196,22187,22189,22195,22182,22183,22190,22194,22192,22193,22199,22184,22198,22185,22186&#8243; img_size=&#8221;250&#8243; slides_per_view=&#8221;2&#8243; hide_pagination_control=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; title=&#8221;Project Gallery&#8221; el_class=&#8221;sliders_colbeck_mobile&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;project-overview-text&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>External Refurbishment &amp; Window Replacement \u2014 Colbeck Mews, Kensington<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Project Overview<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>British Builders was appointed by Darker Estate Agency to deliver a full external refurbishment of a luxury residential block in Colbeck Mews, Kensington. The brief was to restore the building\u2019s heritage character, upgrade windows and finishes, and enhance energy performance and market appeal for high-calibre tenants.<br \/>\n<br class=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Scope of Work<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Full scaffolding to all elevations for safe access<\/li>\n<li>Removal of decayed mortar, brick replacement and comprehensive repointing<\/li>\n<li>Repair of existing brick fa\u00e7ades and localised structural remedial works<\/li>\n<li>Supply and installation of bespoke sash windows to suit non-standard openings<\/li>\n<li>Repair of salvageable window frames and application of new sealant for improved insulation<\/li>\n<li>Refurbishment and redecoration of front and rear entrances<\/li>\n<li>External preparation, sanding and repainting with high-quality weather-resistant coatings<\/li>\n<li>Decoration of communal external-facing elements to match the upgraded fa\u00e7ade<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Challenges &amp; Solutions<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Severely deteriorated brickwork \u2013 Carefully replaced damaged bricks and fully repointed elevations to restore structural integrity and weather resistance.<\/li>\n<li>Non-standard, heritage sash windows \u2013 Supplied custom-made sash units to match original profiles while improving insulation and energy efficiency.<\/li>\n<li>Live residential environment with tight timelines \u2013 Implemented a phased programme and clear resident communication to minimise disruption and still deliver ahead of schedule.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Final Outcome<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>The refurbishment was completed ahead of schedule and within budget, transforming the building\u2019s external appearance while preserving its period character. Upgraded fa\u00e7ades and bespoke sash windows improved both kerb appeal and energy efficiency, significantly increasing the property\u2019s desirability in a competitive Kensington rental market.<br \/>\n<br class=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Client Feedback<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>\u201cThis project came with plenty of challenges, but British Builders\u2019 professionalism and teamwork were outstanding. 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