Office to Residential Apartments - Transport House, Hillingdon.

This case study highlights our recent project in Uxbridge, Hillingdon, where we successfully converted an office building into 15 meticulously designed residential apartments. Our team expertly managed the construction process ensuring high-quality craftsmanship while adhering to timelines and budgets.

This striking development not only enhances the architectural landscape but also demonstrates our commitment to blending comfort and style in urban living spaces.

1. Initial Engagement & Planning

Project Timeline – Uxbridge Road, Transport House Conversion

Client Approach: Client requested conversion of existing office building into 15 apartments.
Key Condition: Approval for 3 additional top-floor studio units was contingent upon completion of ground and first-floor construction.
Budget & Timeline Agreement: Established cost framework and project delivery milestones.
Stakeholder Engagement: Early coordination with local council, planning officers, and building control to ensure the streamlining of the project.
Client meetings to set up expectations, approval of costs and timeline for construction.

2. . Pre-Construction Phase

Surveys & Assessments:
- Structural survey of existing office building.
- Fire safety, health & safety, and environmental assessments.
Design Development: Conversion drawings prepared and submitted for planning approval.
Council Consultations: Close dialogue with planning authorities, architect add client to set up expectations, approval of costs
Health & Safety Setup: Engaged independent health & safety officers to oversee safe work practices. Hoarding installed to safeguard and secure the site location.
F10 HSE notification filed

3. Construction Phase – Stage 1

(Ground & First Floors Construction)

Demolition & Strip-Out: Removal of office infrastructure, preparation of building shell.
Structural Works: Reinforcement, installation of new internal layouts, compliance with building regs.
Ground & First Floor Build-Out: Conversion into residential units.
Inspection & Monitoring: Continuous oversight with building control and H&S officers.
Milestone Achieved: Completion of ground and first floors → triggered approval for 3 top-floor studio units.

4. Construction Phase – Stage 2

5. Project Completion & Handover

(Upper Floors & Additional Units)

Second & Third Floor Conversion: Continued build-out of apartments.
Top-Floor Studios: Construction of 3 additional units granted after Stage 1 completion.
Building Services: Installation of M&E (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), insulation, fire safety systems.
Ongoing Compliance: Coordination with building control, ensuring safeguarding protocols adhered to.

Final Fit-Out: Kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, finishes, and communal areas.
Inspections & Certification: Building control sign-off, fire safety certifications, snagging resolved.
Handover to Client: Delivery of 15 fully compliant, high-quality residential apartments.
Client Outcome: Additional financial uplift achieved through approval of 3 extra units.

6. Post Completion

Client Feedback & Case Study: Positive recognition for meeting conditions, safeguarding standards, and working in partnership with council and safety officers. Client is ready to onboard tenants or the sale of the development.