2020 COMMERCIAL AWARD: sponsored by Savills
A non-residential project (eg, shops, offices and industrial) restoration, conversion or new build. Click on any image to view a larger version.
A mixed-use commercial redevelopment, comprising retail, residential, office and restaurant units. The new Lane was envisaged as a compliment and extension to Brighton’s famous ‘Lanes’ rejuvenating a disused service yard. Additionally, regenerating North Street, knitting into the historic Lanes, improving wider linkages and the public realm were other key aims.
Submitted by: Morgan Carn Architects, Brighton. www.morgancarn.com
Architect: Morgan Carn Architects
Site Manager: Paul Miles and David Sinden, Martyn Smith (Construction Director).
Contractors: Westridge Construction, Catsfield. www.westridgeconstruction.co.uk
The complete redevelopment of a reclaimed parcel of land with the brief to create a flagship project which provided small business units for local companies to rent. The Centre comprises three two-storey buildings with a contemporary interpretation of an industrial building creating a benchmark for future architecture in and around Shoreham Port.
Submitted by: ECE Architecture, Worthing. www.ecearchitecture.com | Pilbeam Construction, Brighton. www.pilbeamconstruction.co.uk
Architect: ECE Architecture
Contractors: Pilbeam Construction
To repair an 1850’s disused farm building and repurpose whilst changing the appearance of the original building as little as possible. The conversion to office use used oak beams produced on the estate and using new handmade peg tiles since none of the originals had survived.
Submitted by: Pippingford Estate Co Ltd, Nutley www.pippingford.co.uk
Architect: Nicolas Pople, Forest Row www.nicolaspople.com | Richard Morriss, Pippingford Estate Co Ltd
Contractors: Pippingford Estate Co Ltd
The building is a Grade II listed foundry, converted to a showroom and studio by Alistair Fleming Design, who specialise in bespoke kitchens and furniture. The project lasting 19 months involved researching the heritage, moving a staircase and toilets, collaborating with 16 local business, whilst designing, making and fitting all furniture to the iconic building.
Submitted by: Dougal Fleming, Alistair Fleming Design, Lewes www.alistairflemingdesign.co.uk
Designer: Alistair Fleming Design team
Contractors: Amber AC Ltd (Electrical). www.amber-ac.co.uk | BHESCO (Heating) www.bhesco.co.uk | County Carpets www.countycarpets.co.uk | Fabco Sanctuary (Steel Framing) www.fabcosanctuary.com | Freight HHG (props & styling) www.freightstore.co.uk | John Cullen Lighting Design www.johncullenlighting.com | A Greener Alternative (SunAmp heating system) | Sussex Stone www.sussexstone-ceramic.co.uk | Material Plans www.materialplans.com | Paul Bossley (Tiler) | Arundel Stoneworks www.arundelstoneworksltd.co.uk | Julian Hills (Painter) | Barrie Hollands Construction | Tom Sallis (Plumbing) | Sussex Signs www.sussexsigns.com | Alan Cooper, AC Sheet Metal
Craftsmen: Damien Fuller (Furniture Fitter), Alistair Fleming Design Workshop team
Other: Aga Ovens | Sub Zero & Wolf www.subzero-wolf.co.uk | Miele www.miele.co.uk | Pitt cookers | Kholer Sink & Tap
The brief was to rescue and restore a redundant farmyard, with the original building dating from 1847 as signified by the key stone on the Northern Wall. Restoring the original Hythe sandstone, the building was designed to suit modern working needs, comprising three separate units or one single office for flexible working space.
Submitted by: Bolnore Ltd, Haywards Heath
Architect: Martin Henn, ADC Analysis Design Consultants, Chichester
Site Manager: Lucy Kleinwort | Kieran Crumley
Contractors: K Crumley Construction, Pulborough. www.kcrumleyconstruction.co.uk | Alec Cook & Son | Jim Gasson (Electrical) | SCI Windows www.sciwindows.co.uk | Dorton Group. www.dortongroup.com
Craftsmen: K Crumley Construction
The Buzzardry is a unique stay treehouse holiday let at the Marklye Estate. The treehouse has been designed to make the most of the natural woodland and views. Features include 18 windows of various sizes, a spiral staircase leading to a deck, a spacious living area and log burner.
Submitted by: Blue Forest (UK) Ltd, Wadhurst www.blueforest.com
Treehouse Architectural Designers: Blue Forest (UK) Ltd
Contractors/Craftsmen: Eriksson Building Services, Lewes