Restoration

Background London’s increasing density is forcing homeowners to build down, rather than up or out, to create more space. With subterranean extensions, they can sometimes triple the size of the street-level home without needing to build above grade. Despite the benefit to such expansions, it can be challenging to manage construction down in tight quarters … Read More

Background When the owner of a multimillion pound luxury home in London’s exclusive Belgravia district wanted to renovate and add a basement, they went to well-known contractor Abbey Pynford for a solution. However, there were a few obstacles in the way of the owner’s desired construction. Not least of which was that the owner was … Read More

Background Winner of the 2010 New England ICRI Project of the Year!  Built in 1890, Royal Mills near Providence, Rhode Island, once operated one of the world’s busiest hydro-powered cotton mills. In 2004, the mill was purchased with the plan to convert the building into trendy apartments. However, a major fire, 120 years of harsh … Read More

Background BC Hydro’s Bridge River complex, located near Lillooet, British Columbia, Canada, consists of three distinct components, the Bridge River powerhouses, the La Joie Dam and Generating Station, and the Seton Generating Station.  Being the third largest development in the BC Hydro system, the operation and upkeep of these facilities is important for supplying power … Read More

Background As is the case with every single building, regardless of original building process, they require rehabilitation in some form overtime. In some cases, this rehabilitation can be simple patch work or maybe an upgrade in aesthetics; simple and quick fixes. However, there are occasions where rehabilitation projects are cumbersome and tough to perform. This … Read More

Background Channel M, Vancouver’s newest television station, is located in a stately brick building in the heart of the city’s bustling Chinatown. The building was in poor condition when the station’s owners undertook major renovations before moving into the five-story, 3400 square meters (37 000 square foot) structure. Internally, the transformation meant more that $1 million in renovations … Read More

Background Richmond Hospital is a large community hospital located near Vancouver International Airport. Along with providing medical services to Richmond residents, the hospital also attends the needs of travelers using Vancouver International Airport and the B.C. Ferries system. In the summer of 2004, the 38-year-old hospital was beginning to show its age. The building's exterior … Read More

Background The Russian Orthodox Church of The Holy Trinity stands beautiful and leak-free, sixty-nine years after it was first built (traditional Byzantine architectural style) in the East New York section of Brooklyn in 1935. It is well known for its unique, colorful and valuable wall paintings. In the summer of 2003, there was great concern … Read More

Background Just a few blocks from Seattle’s world-famous Pioneer Square, the Yesler Building has been an important part of the city’s history since 1907 when it functioned as City Hall. Today, the Yesler Building houses numerous King County municipal offices and courts. Over the years, moisture and repeated freezing and thawing had caused the building’s … Read More

Background Ballyshannon located in the County Donegal is the oldest city in Ireland and home to St. Patrick’s Church. The church was built in 1795; its age and battle with the area’s year-round damp weather was showing its wear. The church was in need of significant restoration to bring it to its former glory. Solution … Read More