Dering Street Developments

Dering Street Developments

Scope of Works

Scope of Works

Powells was appointed to transform a former five-storey art gallery into a six-floor mixed-use development in the heart of London’s West End. The project was delivered in two phases:


Phase 1 – Major Structural Works & Office Fit-Out

  • Partial demolition of the façade and internal floors to create a blank structural shell

  • Installation of temporary steel supports and staircase access

  • Construction of a bespoke steel floating staircase and service lift, lifted into place via a purpose-built sliding scaffold roof and pulley system

  • Rebuild of façade using feature brickwork and stone detailing

  • Re-mapping and extension of the structure to six storeys

  • Fit-out of the top four floors as high-quality office space with energy-efficient HVAC, lighting, new floor/ceiling finishes, kitchenettes, W/Cs, and full decoration


Phase 2 – Retail Fit-Out for Toast

  • Full fit-out of the ground floor and basement for new retail tenant Toast

  • Installation of all M&E and HVAC systems

  • Creation of polished screed back-of-house spaces including offices, kitchen, staff W/Cs, and welfare areas

  • Installation of blackened steel staircase between levels, requiring new floor opening with trimming steels

  • Bespoke retail features including an oak lath dividing wall, steel cash desk and fittings, and reclaimed timber flooring for a sustainable, urban aesthetic

Client

AAA Investments

Scope of work

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Retail

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Commercial

Timeline

32 Weeks

Scope of Works

Powells was appointed to transform a former five-storey art gallery into a six-floor mixed-use development in the heart of London’s West End. The project was delivered in two phases:


Phase 1 – Major Structural Works & Office Fit-Out

  • Partial demolition of the façade and internal floors to create a blank structural shell

  • Installation of temporary steel supports and staircase access

  • Construction of a bespoke steel floating staircase and service lift, lifted into place via a purpose-built sliding scaffold roof and pulley system

  • Rebuild of façade using feature brickwork and stone detailing

  • Re-mapping and extension of the structure to six storeys

  • Fit-out of the top four floors as high-quality office space with energy-efficient HVAC, lighting, new floor/ceiling finishes, kitchenettes, W/Cs, and full decoration


Phase 2 – Retail Fit-Out for Toast

  • Full fit-out of the ground floor and basement for new retail tenant Toast

  • Installation of all M&E and HVAC systems

  • Creation of polished screed back-of-house spaces including offices, kitchen, staff W/Cs, and welfare areas

  • Installation of blackened steel staircase between levels, requiring new floor opening with trimming steels

  • Bespoke retail features including an oak lath dividing wall, steel cash desk and fittings, and reclaimed timber flooring for a sustainable, urban aesthetic

Client

AAA Investments

Scope of work

/

Retail

/

Commercial

Timeline

32 Weeks

Challenges

Challenges

Challenges

  • Complex Structural Engineering: Rebuilding and extending a Central London property within tight physical constraints and conservation requirements

  • Bespoke Staircase Lift & Install: Required temporary roof and pulley system to install large steel elements into a confined site

  • Logistics & Phasing: Staged delivery allowed retail tenant Toast to take possession following successful completion of commercial space

  • Design Coordination: Close collaboration with the client, architect and MGPM ensured seamless integration of striking architectural features

Key Results

Key Results

Key Results

  • Delivered a complete redevelopment of a prominent London property, transforming a redundant gallery into high-quality lettable space

  • Achieved a high-end fit-out for Toast that blends brand character with robust, sustainable materials

  • Strengthened Powells’ track record for delivering complex, multi-phase urban developments for valued client AAA Investments

Quote

Quote

Quote

“I have known and worked with Powells Ltd since 1998 completing a variety of interior projects for the likes of the Inditex Group, Forever 21, Cipriani, Clarendon Properties and AAA Investments. I have always found them a professional team with a ‘can do’ approach, consistently delivering quality on time. They have vast experience and knowledge of the various disciplines required to complete any projects. They would be more than capable of meeting any challenge offered from any prospective client requiring a quality/timely fit out. MGPM have presented some very challenging projects over the years and they have always excelled and are one of the most conscientious contractors we work with; their attention to detail is second to none. I have always found Powells to be an excellent company to work with and an asset to the project”

James Griffiths  - Director - MG Project Management Ltd


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