Hobart Place, London

Clarks Construction undertook the refurbishment of a Grade II listed, five-storey former private bank in Belgravia, transforming it into prime location offices. The project balanced modern amenities with the preservation of the building's period features - a delicate interplay between Georgian elegance and modern functionality that defined every decision throughout the build.

The refurbishment maintained the building's historical charm while integrating modern office facilities, ensuring that the property could serve the demands of a contemporary occupant without compromising the architectural integrity that earned its listed status. This required close collaboration with conservation officers and specialist subcontractors at every stage.

The building's Georgian exterior - including its iconic painted render and sash windows - was meticulously restored to its former glory. The facade, a defining feature of the streetscape, was carefully cleaned, repaired, and redecorated using traditional materials and techniques faithful to the period of construction.

Subtle sympathetic enhancements ensure the building meets contemporary standards without compromising its historical integrity. Original features such as fireplaces, cornices, and panelling were carefully restored, retaining the building's historical character. Each detail was treated as an individual conservation project - from the reinstatement of damaged cornice sections using traditional lime plaster, to the careful stripping and refinishing of original timber joinery.

The interior was reconfigured to provide flexible office spaces, with integrated smart building technology for lighting, heating, and security offering convenience and efficiency. The modern systems were sensitively integrated, concealed where possible within existing service risers and voids to preserve the visual integrity of the historic rooms.

This Grade II listed refurbishment project in Belgravia showcases Clarks Construction's expertise in blending historical preservation with modern functionality, creating a prestigious and efficient office space in a prime location - a benchmark for heritage commercial refurbishment in central London.