Sixty Parker Street

Historic former coach works converted into modern offices

A new glazed stairwell at the rear of a utilitarian building from the 1820s transforms a semi-derelict building into energy-efficient, modern, high value offices with a historic feel. An example of lateral thinking which can be applied to a number of nineteenth century buidings in inner city locations. Natural light, ventilation and a roof garden incorporating deciduous solar shading ensure workers are aware of the seasons and the time of day and connected to the natural environment in Covent Garden, central London. [More...]

Client: GMS Estates
Architect: Marcus Beale Architects: Marcus Beale, Andrew Dobson
Contractor: Roxwell Ltd
Quanity Surveyor: Pierce Hill
Services: WSP
Structural engineer: Cadogan Teitz
Planning consultants: CGMS
Sector: Commercial/conservation
Status: Built
Year: 2002