23 January 2012
Press release
William Morris Gallery to be revamped by VINCI Construction UK
VINCI Construction UK has been appointed by the London Borough of Waltham Forrest to carry out a full refurbishment and restoration of the Grade II* listed William Morris Gallery.
The £2.5m contract involves the sensitive restoration of the existing eighteenth century house and the addition of a new extension to support the delivery of a new and engaging programme of heritage events and activities. Once the project is complete, the gallery and its facilities will have been completely restored. This will provide a better environment for visitors to fully appreciate the wider selection of Morris’ work in their enhanced setting.
The extension will comprise a new gallery space which will be used to show a variety of other artists work on a rolling basis. There is also a café for visitors to take a break and enjoy the views of the surrounding park. Within the existing building education suites are provided for the use of school groups and other interested parties.
Gavin Taylor, VINCI Construction UK Building Division – South’s Managing Director commented:
“This is a fantastic contract win for VINCI Construction UK - we’re particularly looking forward to the challenge of working on a Grade II listed building and the privilege that comes with working on a building housing such an important collection of art. We will be drawing on all of our experience whilst working closely with the London Borough of Waltham Forest to ensure that all works are finished to the highest standard.”
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For further information please contact:
Melanie Mathews
Head of Corporate Communications
VINCI Construction UK
01923 470435
melanie.mathews@vinciconstruction.co.uk
Or,
Olivia Powis
Madano Partnership
0207 593 4000
olivia.powis@madano.co.uk
Notes to editors:
ABOUT VINCI
The VINCI name symbolises the best in innovation, creativity and technological mastery, befitting for a Group that harnesses a culture of innovation to deliver technical expertise in tackling the most complex of projects.
The combination of financial strength, market-leading positions and a commitment to sustainability give VINCI its competitive edge.
VINCI companies in the UK turnover in the region of £1.9 billion per annum and employ circa 9000 employees. This is the second largest geographic operating sector outside France and represents 5.6% of VINCI’s €34.4 billion turnover. VINCI employs around 180,000 people in 100 countries around the world.
VINCI Construction UK is a national construction and facilities company and is the largest British subsidiary of VINCI.
VINCI Construction UK has strong relationships with other VINCI companies and subsidiaries and, as a result, can leverage ideas, skills and entrepreneurial flair to deliver top-quality work in all sectors.
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