Specialist firm makes sure new building looks the part
A specialist stonemasonry and architectural precast concrete firm has in North Tyneside has completed phase one of a £900,000 contract to make sure a prestige new building looks the part.
Classic Masonry has been working on two new buildings set around a public square in the heart of Newcastle – 1 and 2 Pilgrim Place.
DWP Service and Support Centre, will occupy 1 Pilgrim Place, with 2 Pilgrim Place will provide occupiers with Grade A office accommodation.
Classic Masonry was appointed by main contractor, Bowmer+Kirkland.
Phase one of the contract involved the supply and installation of the plinth course around the building perimeter of 1 Pilgrim Place – forming part of the main structure, with the curtain walling fixing directly to the precast units.
Phase 2 of the work is scheduled to commence in the summer and will see the more distinctive element of the scheme – precast concrete units being fixed to the outside of the main structure.
Established 35 years ago, Classic Masonry, offers a comprehensive range of services, including design development, stone sourcing and selection, cutting, profiling, carving and fabrication.
It undertakes both new build masonry construction and restoration and conservation projects and its expertise spans both modern and historic environments.
Mike Moody, managing director at Classic Masonry, which is based in Albion Rd, Tynemouth, said: “Our thanks to Bowmer+Kirkland for appointing us to another major regeneration project within the heart of Newcastle city centre.
"Having worked with the company on the Grade II listed Carliol House, we were delighted to continue our working relationship on this project.”
He added: “We are also working alongside numerous outstanding teams, including Ryder Architecture who designed the overall scheme and it is an honour to play a role in the regeneration of the city centre economy.”
Bowmer + Kirkland project director, Paul Anderson, said: “By employing Classic Masonry, we were able to bring to the project unrivalled experience, technical knowledge and trusted relationships with the local conservation officers which was critical to the success of the scheme.
"The old façade has been brought back to life and now merges seamlessly with the new building.”