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Woodbar is a family-run construction firm with over 30 years of experience in commercial, education, healthcare, high security, residential, and retail projects in London, Hertfordshire, and Essex. They specialize in new builds and refurbishments as a main contractor and have a highly trained workforce. Woodbar aims to deliver high quality projects on time and on budget while prioritizing health and safety, sustainability, and client service. They have a proven track record of complex commercial refurbishment projects in occupied buildings in Central London.

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Family-Run Building & Refurbishment Contractor in London, Hertfordshire & Essex for over 30 years Commercial Education Healthcare High Security Residential Retail
2 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk The Company Over 30 years of experience in all aspects of Construction Management Woodbar Limited was established in 1981 as a family run Building Contractor with two generations of construction expertise. We specialise in delivering new build & refurbishment contracts as a Main Contractor in London, East Anglia & the South East within the following sectors: Commercial Education Healthcare We have two main offices: our Head Office is in Enfield North London, where the company has been based for over 30 years, and our Central London office located in the City of London which was opened in 2010 to support our continued growth in Central & West London. Innovation and added value delivered by our experienced professional teams We have a dynamic management structure and a highly trained workforce, many of whom have been with the company since its launch in 1981. It is this structure that allows us to competently complete projects in excess of £2 million without compromising the personal services that our clients have become accustomed to. We work closely with all our Clients to identify their needs and tailor solutions accordingly, with the objective of providing a high quality, effective service at the right price. We offer vast experience in our field. A strong innovative approach to problem solving. Excellent project management, and an exemplary health and safety record, with adaptability in our approach to the contracts we undertake. With over 30 years experience, we are financially stable with no borrowings and can therefore offer our clients peace of mind and security – a key consideration for many, given the current economic climate. Delivering with confidence and certainty We are accredited by Constructionline, Exor and the Construction Health & Safety Scheme (CHAS). We are a registered member of the Considerate Constructor scheme and have received a platinum certificate for our commitment to the CSCS scheme. We are a quality assured company, having ISO9001 accreditation and are currently working towards ISO14001 & OHSAS 18001 accreditation. Keeping you informed throughout From start to finish Woodbar keeps you informed with progress reports, and activity status across all aspects of the project. Contents 4 Commercial Projects 6 Education Projects 8 Healthcare Projects 10 High Security Projects 12 Residential Projects 14 Retail Projects High Security Residential Retail
3Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk Health and safety Through our Health & Safety Policy and detailed procedures, we make sure we comply with all applicable legislation and have the facilities in place to safeguard our employees, clients and visitors on any site where we are responsible. Environment and sustainability Our commitment to Environmental and Sustainability issues starts at the tender stage of a project. We recognise the importance of design and build quality in the ultimate energy and resource efficiency of the building and work with our Client to achieve optimal results and ratings. We carefully select materials and suppliers that complement our sustainability ethos and values. Quality and attention to detail Woodbar has fully documented ISO 9001 accredited quality management systems and procedures. Our services are underpinned by an extensive range of professional certifications and memberships. In every project we focus on high-quality finishes and attention to detail, minimising snagging and repair. Woodbar supporting the local community “We would all like to thank you for your sponsorship of our Greenpower car. After many months of building and testing we entered our first race on the 23rd September. The weather on the day was very wet and windy but great fun and an exciting experience. Although our car was not the fastest it ran well and kept going through the whole race. Our aim now is to build an even faster car that can cover more distance.” Our Clients Architects AAB Architects Arboreal Architecture ARP Architects Barron & Smith Architects Cur La Tourelle Architects Dannat Johnson Architects Hayhurst & Co Hunters Knox Bhavan Architects LLP M.A.Newson & Co Meadowcroft Griffin Architects Ramboll Whitbybird Richmond Architectural Sprunt Tooley & Foster Partnership Walker Bushe Architects Wyatt McLaren LLP Multi-disciplinary Consultants Appleyards Atkins A.T.P. Group The Clarklson Alliance Bailey Garner LLP Baqus Group EC Harris LLP Faithful & Gould Gardiner & Theobald Ian Sayer & Co Ingleton Wood Knight Frank LLP Mouchel NPS Group Pellings LLP Synergy LLP V.B.Johnson Watts Group PLC Surveyors Ainsley & Partners Checkley & Co Greenway & Lee Associates HBSV Chartered Surveyors Robert Martell & Partners Property Managers Colliers International Crown Estates Howard De Walden Estates Regent Street Direct The Barbican Local Authorities City of London Hertfordshire County Council Easts Herts London Borough of Barnet London Borough of Barking & Dagenham London Borough of Bexley London Borough of Brent London Borough of Bromley London Borough of Camden London Borough of Croydon London Borough of Ealing London Borough of Enfield London Borough of Greenwich London Borough of Haringey London Borough of Hackney London Borough of Islington London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham London Borough of Havering London Borough of Harrow London Borough of Hillingdon London Borough of Lambeth London Borough of Lewisham London Borough of Merton London Borough of Newham London Borough of Redbridge London Borough of Southwark London Borough of Tower Hamlets London Borough of Waltham Forest London Borough of Westminster Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Private Sector Clients City Electrical Factors Nike Harrods McMullen Brewers Virgin Warner Bros
Our Approach Commercial Our experience Woodbar provides a dedicated service in delivering high quality and unique projects to suit the individual requirements of all Clients, regardless of their size or type of business. Working within the Commercial sector can sometimes be challenging as completion dates are often crucial to the success of a project. At Woodbar each project has it’s own dedicated team, consisting of, a Contracts Manager, Contract Surveyor and a Site Supervisor. These people are responsible, under the supervision of the directors, for ensuring each project is completed on time and to a high standard. Many of these incorporated extensive alteration works and co-ordination of the final space planning to ensure that we achieved the requirements of both our Client’s and the end users. We take pride in our projects to ensure that they are finished to the highest standards whilst minimising disruption. Our company philosophy is that; “if you wouldn’t accept it at home then it is not an acceptable standard for our projects” and we use this philosophy to ensure all of our projects achieve the same high standards. 4 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk Minimising disruption to the office environment It may be a requirement that the office is to remain open throughout the delivery of the project, and therefore we will ensure that the project is well managed in order to allow this. We will ensure that noise and disruption is kept to a minimum as well as endeavouring to schedule any exceptionally noisy aspect of the project to out of office hours. Safety of staff and visitors comes first at all times We take the management of Health and Safety of employees, sub-contractors, staff and visitors extremely seriously, and we are proud of the outstanding record that we have attained, and will continue to review our policies and practices to ensure that Health and Safety is at the forefront of all that we do. We endeavour to facilitate these Health and Safety requirements by ensuring that all involved or affected are made aware of the potential risks associated with construction sites.
Commercial Case Study 2 Commercial Case Study 1 Client 5th Floor, 40 Bernard Street Value £1.1m Description 40 Bernard Street is a modern multi-tenanted office building positioned immediately opposite Russell Square underground station and adjacent to the fantastic shopping facilities at the Brunswick Centre. The building is within the heart of Bloomsbury affording easy access to Kings Cross and Euston stations with the Piccadilly line also providing access to the West End. In 2012 we secured the contract to carry out a refurbishment project that would transform the fifth floor into a 4300 Sq. Ft Grade A open plan office suite with a spectacular 3,800 sq. ft wrap-around terrace. Being on the top floor of an occupied office building in Central London, access was always going to be a problem, and with the structural alterations requiring over 50 tonnes of structural steelwork to be lifted into the fifth floor, this was an exceptional challenge. Once the structural steelwork had been installed, and the existing partitions removed, we carried out a Grade A refurbishment of the area incorporating; new electrical & data installations, raised access floors, VRV air conditioning, metal tile suspended ceilings, and including new WCs, and shower rooms. 5Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk Client The Barbican Centre Value £130,000 Description The Barbican Centre is Europe’s largest multi-arts and conference venue, presenting a diverse range of visual art, music, theatre, dance, film and creative learning events. It is also home to the London Symphony Orchestra. The Centre comprises: the 1,949-seat Barbican Hall, 1,166-seat Barbican Theatre, the 200-seat Pit theatre, a cinema, the Barbican Art Gallery, a second gallery The Curve, 4,645m2 of foyers and public spaces, the Lakeside Terrace, a roof-top tropical conservatory, 7 conference suites, 2 trade exhibition halls, private function rooms and 3 restaurants; Barbican Foodhall, Barbican Lounge and Searcy’s. In 2010 we were approached to undertake a refurbishment programme which would see the conference facilities, conference reception and auditoria on level 4 of the Barbican Centre refurbished in keeping with the Centre’s ethos. As part of the refurbishment vision ‘waved’ feature walls were installed within the auditoria and boardroom which provided added acoustic performance, and, once illuminated by the feature lighting, the areas are transformed into modern, stimulating environments. Part of our brief was to undertake the refurbishment whilst the building was in full use without hindering the occupants. We were responsible for making our own arrangements for access for workmen and subcontractors, for the delivery and accommodation of all materials, and of plant and other facilities required to carry out the works.
Our Approach Education Our experience Woodbar has a 20 year track record for delivering the highest standards of workmanship, quality, and Client service. We work within occupied schools delivering a wide range of refurbishment services, from class room refurbishments, to the construction of additional educational and sports facilities. We understand that delivering projects within education is not just about the construction, but about managing the projects and delivering a learning experience for all involved – our Clients, the School and Students. 6 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk A dedicated and experienced Project Management Team Our team of skilled professionals provides tailored solutions to meet the precise needs of the project. Whether it is a classroom or laboratory refurbishment, or the construction of additional teaching blocks and sports facilities. When deadlines are pressing, we can offer fast-track programmes and, from day one, a dedicated project manager will ensure that work is completed on time and on budget. When working in schools we ensure that effective communication protocols are established, to ensure that the project runs smoothly without impeding the normal running of the facility. Engendering your learning environment We believe that a school or university embarking on a construction project is a major commitment, and this needs to be managed well, to allow the school to function throughout the project. Disruption is kept to a minimum by establishing a Facilities Management Plan to ensure that the necessary accommodation is available at the required time. Noise is always kept to a minimum, and, we will endeavour to schedule any exceptionally noisy aspect of the project to out of school hours. On a number of occasions when we have carried out long term works within an occupied school, we have worked with the school staff to allow the children to use the scheme as a study project. Whilst we realise that these opportunities rely on the support of the teachers, we are always keen to assist the school in providing unique educational opportunities out of our building projects. Safety of staff and students comes first at all times. Woodbar understands the importance of security when working within sensitive areas such as a school. To support the safety and security of students, we employ rigorous audits of all the personnel involved in our projects, and will ensure that all directly employed staff are CRB checked. We take the management of Health and Safety of employees, sub- contractors, teaching staff, students and visitors extremely seriously, and we are proud of the outstanding record that we have attained, and will continue to review our policies and practices to ensure that Health and Safety is at the forefront of all that we do.
Client Primrose Hill Primary School Value £1.2m Description Primrose Hill Primary School is a Grade II listed Victorian Building in the heart of the Primrose Hill Conservation area in Camden. This classic three level Victorian school, originally housing Girls, Boys and Infants on separate floors, needed complete re-modelling to work effectively as a teaching establishment in the 21st Century. While the Grade II listed school, at 3,000sqm, is a third bigger than is required for the number on its roll, 10 of the 14 classrooms were well below the size expected by the DfES. It also had an original assembly hall at each level, but could not accommodate the whole school. The kitchen, located on the first floor, was in need of replacement and relocation, and the main entrance reception, on the ground floor, made access of the school difficult. Work was carried out in four phases linked with a decanting strategy designed to minimise disruption to the children’s education. The end result provides five new state-of-the-art classrooms of the correct size and location, better siting of resource areas, revised assembly facilities, a new kitchen and dining suite and a redesigned and rationalised entrance and administration hub. The ground floor is now available for community use without security issues. Education Case Study 1 Education Case Study 2 Client Park Walk Primary School Value £330,000 Description Park Walk Primary School is a Grade 11 listed building in Chelsea, accessible to people with disabilities in line with the Disability Discrimination Act. The scheme removed the original concrete staircase, leaving a triple-height void, 2.5m wide x 4.5m deep, that was filled with a lift and two steel and resin bridges that cross the space, at first and second-floor levels. Each floor was colour-coded with animal graphics. The lift has a glass rear face, fitted with strips of LEDs that illuminate vinyl graphics of nocturnal animals on the wall as it moves. A 3m x 2.5m rectangular roof light of toughened and laminated glass was installed to draw in daylight. Three animal graphics made from cut frosted film were applied to the internal face of the glass, while a 1,800mm-diameter circle was cut out of the ceiling to create the illusion that an ostrich, monkey and bear are peering in. 7Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk
Our Approach Healthcare Our experience Working within the Healthcare sector requires an experienced contractor who understands the sensitive nature of the environment and appreciates the impact of their work upon Patients and Staff. Woodbar has an in-depth understanding of the challenges faced in carrying out construction work within Healthcare premises. With fast track projects being required within high security and high end facilities, we are seeing a greater trend to combine a broad base of experience when working within this sector. We will ensure that we minimise disruption and optimise hygiene, safety and security. We work closely with our Clients to ensure their specific needs are addressed effectively. We will ensure that disruption is kept to a minimum, and will establish a Facilities Management Plan to make certain that the necessary accommodation is available at the required time, and that cleanliness is maintained throughout the operational healthcare facilities in order to minimise the risk of infection spreading among patients. Noise is always kept to a minimum and we will endeavour to schedule any exceptionally noisy aspect of the project to quieter parts of the day in order to cause as little disturbance to patients as possible. 8 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk
Client 28 – 29 Wimpole Street, W1 Value £550,000 Description 28-29 Wimpole street is a listed building in the heart of the Howard De Walden Estate. The Howard de Walden Estate is owned directly and indirectly by a number of members of the Howard de Walden Family. The Estate owns, manages and leases the majority of the 92 acres of real estate within Marylebone, which comprises the area from Marylebone High Street in the west to Robert Adam’s Portland Place in the east and from Wigmore Street in the south to Marylebone Road in the north. The Estate is renowned for its creative management techniques, including the striking and imaginative regeneration of Marylebone High Street area. This project saw the rejuvenation of the ground and basement levels of 28-29 Wimpole Street to provide a contemporary environment in which to house a private medical facility with adjoining consultation rooms. A challenging aspect of this project was installation of a new incoming electrical main to provide additional power to the building. The first – fourth floors are all in residential occupation therefore any disruptive works had to be meticulously planned to avoid any disruption to the surrounding residents. As part of the refurbishment many of the building’s features were painstakingly returned to their original condition. The installation of two brand new metal and glass staircases adds a touch of modernism to give a contemporary feel throughout the suite. Healthcare Case Study 1 Client Wellesley Road EPH Value £46,000 Description Wellesley Road Elderly Peoples Home is an Adult Social Care Home which offers care to those who can no longer look after themselves. We were employed by the London Borough of Camden to undertake the refurbishment of two bathroom areas within the Home as part of a pilot scheme which LBC were considering rolling out to other homes in the area. The refurbishment included completely stripping out the bathroom areas before installing state of the art DDA compliant equipment. This included the use of electrically operated movable baths, hygienic wall cladding systems, sensor flow sanitaryware and level access showers with Doc M Shower accessories. As the home was fully occupied and operational throughout the project it was essential that the works were programmed, managed and progressed in such a way that it would not impact into the day to day activities of the home and it’s residents. The home is a residence for elderly and frail people and therefore all staff are required to be CRB checked before they can work within the home. 9Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk Healthcare Case Study 2
Our Approach High Security Our experience Woodbar Limited understands that working in a “High Security Area” requires a lot of detailed planning and communication. The logistical programming of each individual project is the key to successful completion of works within such areas. We have a proven track record of successfully completing projects within high security areas such as the Old Bailey Central Criminal Courts, Reading Prison and the City of London police stations. We can provide positive input to ensure even the most complicated project is successful. 10 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk Security comes first at all times. We understand the importance of security when working within these areas and to support this, we employ rigorous audits of all the personnel involved in our projects and will ensure that all directly employed staff are CRB checked. We take the management of Health and Safety of employees, sub-contractors, Client staff, and visitors extremely seriously and we are proud of the outstanding record that we have attained, and will continue to review our policies and practices to ensure that Health and Safety is at the forefront of all that we do.
11Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk Client The Mansion House Value £1.1m Description The Mansion House is located opposite the Bank of England at Bank Junction. As well as being the home and office of the Lord Mayor of the City of London, this unique building provides a spectacular setting for business meetings, civic and livery activity, and conferences. Charitable and business related organisations also use Mansion House for fundraising events, receptions and dinners. A number of high profile events are held each year which provide a platform for cabinet ministers, visiting Heads of Government, and other prominent public figures. Some 50,000 people visit the Mansion House every year. Since 2006 we have carried out refurbishment works during the summer period when the Mansion House is closed. During this time we have undertaken works in areas including; The Egyptian Hall - this is the main reception room at Mansion House and is so- called because it is what the architect George Dance thought how an Egyptian Hall would look. The room can entertain up to 500 people. The Lord Mayor’s office – this is also referred to as the Venetian Parlour because of the style of the windows. The Long Parlour Room - where the Lord Mayor has meetings, receptions, lunches and dinners. The table, when fully extended, can seat 36 people. For the sake of symmetry, there are false doors at both ends of the room. The State Drawing Rooms - where the VIPs gather before a reception. High Security Case Study 2 High Security Case Study 1 Client The Old Bailey Central Criminal Courts Value Approx £1m Description The Old Bailey is located about 200 yards northwest of St Paul’s Cathedral, just outside the former western wall of the City of London. It is named after the street on which it is located, which itself follows the line of the original fortified wall, or “bailey”, of the City. The initial location of the courthouse close to Newgate Prison allowed prisoners to be conveniently brought to the courtroom for their trials. More generally, its position between the City of London and Westminster meant it was a suitable location for trials involving people from all over the metropolis, north of the river Thames. Although the Old Bailey courthouse was rebuilt several times between 1674 and 1913, the basic design of the courtrooms remained the same. They were arranged so as to emphasise the contest between the accused and the rest of the court. The accused stood at “the bar” (or in “the dock”), directly facing the witness box (where prosecution and defence witnesses testified), and the judges seated on the other side of the room. We first started work at the Old Bailey in 1996 when we undertook an internal & external refurbishment programme to the office and administration areas. We have continued to work within the Court House since this point and have undertaken projects such as; the redecoration of the cell areas including a separate anti-ligature scheme, replacement of the cell doors and the refurbishment and redecoration of numerous Court Rooms, Public and office/administration areas. Following a well-publicised incident in 2008 where a prisoner jumped out of the dock and attacked a judge, we were approached by the City of London to design and install security screens within in the main court areas, which are listed, to prevent prisoners from absconding from the dock area.
Our Approach Residential Our experience Over the past 30 years we have completed a plethora of Residential projects ranging from high end refurbishments to cyclical maintenance on multi dwelling projects. Everyone at Woodbar understands the commitment that is taken on when working in or around another persons abode; we count on all our staff and subcontractors to be polite, respectful and courteous at all times. Each individual project has a team allocated to it and when dealing with Residential projects we always allocate a Resident Liaison Officer to ensure that the residents have continual access to input their views into the project. We take pride in our work to ensure that the project is finished to the highest standard often incorporating new technologies whilst appreciating planning constraints. 12 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk
Client Exchange Flat, Commercial St Value £150,000 Description The Exchange Building was formally a telephone exchange before it was converted by Philippe Stark. It is situated along the busy Commercial Street in East London and is within close proximity of Spitalfield Market, Brick Lane & the City of London. We were approached to undertake a high-spec refurbishment to a flat within the building. In order to counteract the dense urban character of London’s Spitalfield, the Architect came up with the vision of radically transforming this flat’s interior to abstractly recreate a piece of the New England forest familiar to the client’s home. As the centre piece of the refurbishment we installed an automatically irrigated ‘living wall’ which grows a range of ferns and brings a moist cooling presence to the kitchen area. Lighting behind the laser-cut screens projects a pattern of the tree canopy across the ceiling through the living space. Bespoke furniture was made with raw steel and charred oak allowing the materials to express the process of formation from which they originated. As part of the project we also adapted the existing configuration to provide upgraded living facilities including; a new under floor heating system, oak flooring, contemporary wet room & new kitchen with bespoke cabinetry. Residential Case Study 1 Residential Case Study 2 Client Tray House, 20 Redbridge Lane, E11 Value £163,000 Description The rejuvenation of this suburban, four-bedroom house involved the placement of a single material insert – a black tray; a room laid into the garden cheek-by-jowl against the grain of the existing Victorian House. The design for the house sought to re-organise its old- fashioned arrangement of cellular spaces and provide a new relationship between inside and outdoors suitable for a young family. The openings in the ‘tray’ and the careful demolition of existing walls were controlled to reveal powerful glimpses of the black brick from the inside, and the delicate outline of the newly-formed openings in the Victorian house from the outside. The kitchen and dining spaces are further connected to the garden with a timber-clad island that forms part of the kitchen worktop extending to form an external dining table and garden bench. Over the bench sits an all-sliding, all- hinged door/window with various permutations of 5m wide openness. A practical, versatile and fluid transition space between inside and out – a new lease of life fit for a family. 13Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk
Our Approach Retail Our experience With nearly 30 years of building experience Woodbar can provide bespoke building solutions to suit every situation including Fast Track & Turn Key solutions. Understanding the requirements of our Retail Clients ensures that we provide the optimum delivery of service taking into consideration the constraints and needs of their customers, facilitating the continuation of their business and minimising disruption. In live trading stores, our teams deliver excellent customer communication and will always seek optimum phasing solutions and communicate clearly through programmes, hoarding and signage. Our Contracts Managers work closely with the store team and bring together the retail and construction operations. This leads to less disruption. Our project teams are experienced in proposing alternative economic construction solutions to support any Client’s price and quality position. 14 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk A dedicated and experienced Project Management Team Our team of skilled professionals provides tailored solutions to meet the precise needs of the project, whatever the specific requirements. When deadlines are pressing, we can offer fast-track programmes and from day one, a dedicated Project Manager will ensure that work is completed on time and on budget. We are proud of our “can do” attitude which makes it possible for us to pull together to complete fast track projects on time and without sacrificing quality.
15Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk Client Nags Head Public House - Covent Garden Value £140,000 Description The Nags Head PH is a traditional Victorian London pub located in the heart of London’s Covent Garden, and is famous for being a meeting point with locals and tourists alike. We secured the contract to completely refurbish the bar, lounge and toilet facilities of the pub. However because of its central location the pub produces high revenue for its owners, McMullen Brewers, and therefore it was essential that the pub was closed for the minimum amount of time. In light of the generally small footprint of the pub and the large amount of works which needed to be undertaken in an exceptionally short space of time, we had to work on the pub 24hrs a day in order to minimise the loss experienced through the closure of the venue. In order to achieve this, the project had to be carefully programmed and procured to ensure that the risk of any delays were minimised. Two teams were employed, one would carry out all of the noisy disruptive works during the normal working hours and the other would progress any of the less disruptive operations. The project was delivered on time and to the clients complete satisfaction. Retail Case Study 2 Retail Case Study 1 Client Nike Town - Oxford Street Value £190,000 Description Nike’s flagship store Nike Town, situated on the corner of Regent Street and Oxford Street, displays the full range of Nike products in an incredible setting, inspired by the City of London and athletes’ achievements all over the world. Nike Town has the largest women’s sports clothing and footwear area in Europe, as well as its very own kids pavilion with clothes for boys and girls from infants up to 16 years old. Every swoosh-lover’s dream – the UK’s flagship Nike store is the only place in the country to see the omnipresent sports brand’s full range all together. As the name suggests, the shop is a concept ‘town’. Buildings, each housing a specific sport, surround a central square the store’s focal point. In its centre sits the core – a 3-storey high, 360° projector screen – which springs to life every 20 minutes; as window blinds are snapped shut, customers are barraged with a menagerie of sporting images. Niketown likes to think it’s more than just a shop; each week they put on special events, athletes come in for interviews, they even organise a running club. With 70,000 square foot of shopping space they manage to fit everything in, and more besides. In preparation of the stores opening we decorated the whole of Nike town including the entire shop floor, storage and staff areas. Specialist floor paints were used to create bespoke court and pitch areas within the store and all of the services and ceiling were sprayed black to facilitate the secluded industrial appearance which is the concept of the store.
Head Office Woodbar House, 50 Alexandra, Enfield, EN3 7EH Central London Office 1st Floor Broad Street House, 55 Old Broad Street, London, EC2M 1RX t: 020 8805 2188 f: 020 8804 9555 e: mail@woodbar.co.uk www.woodbar.co.uk

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Woodbar Corporate Brochure

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    Family-Run Building &Refurbishment Contractor in London, Hertfordshire & Essex for over 30 years Commercial Education Healthcare High Security Residential Retail
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    2 Call ustoday on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk The Company Over 30 years of experience in all aspects of Construction Management Woodbar Limited was established in 1981 as a family run Building Contractor with two generations of construction expertise. We specialise in delivering new build & refurbishment contracts as a Main Contractor in London, East Anglia & the South East within the following sectors: Commercial Education Healthcare We have two main offices: our Head Office is in Enfield North London, where the company has been based for over 30 years, and our Central London office located in the City of London which was opened in 2010 to support our continued growth in Central & West London. Innovation and added value delivered by our experienced professional teams We have a dynamic management structure and a highly trained workforce, many of whom have been with the company since its launch in 1981. It is this structure that allows us to competently complete projects in excess of £2 million without compromising the personal services that our clients have become accustomed to. We work closely with all our Clients to identify their needs and tailor solutions accordingly, with the objective of providing a high quality, effective service at the right price. We offer vast experience in our field. A strong innovative approach to problem solving. Excellent project management, and an exemplary health and safety record, with adaptability in our approach to the contracts we undertake. With over 30 years experience, we are financially stable with no borrowings and can therefore offer our clients peace of mind and security – a key consideration for many, given the current economic climate. Delivering with confidence and certainty We are accredited by Constructionline, Exor and the Construction Health & Safety Scheme (CHAS). We are a registered member of the Considerate Constructor scheme and have received a platinum certificate for our commitment to the CSCS scheme. We are a quality assured company, having ISO9001 accreditation and are currently working towards ISO14001 & OHSAS 18001 accreditation. Keeping you informed throughout From start to finish Woodbar keeps you informed with progress reports, and activity status across all aspects of the project. Contents 4 Commercial Projects 6 Education Projects 8 Healthcare Projects 10 High Security Projects 12 Residential Projects 14 Retail Projects High Security Residential Retail
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    3Visit us onlineat www.woodbar.co.uk Health and safety Through our Health & Safety Policy and detailed procedures, we make sure we comply with all applicable legislation and have the facilities in place to safeguard our employees, clients and visitors on any site where we are responsible. Environment and sustainability Our commitment to Environmental and Sustainability issues starts at the tender stage of a project. We recognise the importance of design and build quality in the ultimate energy and resource efficiency of the building and work with our Client to achieve optimal results and ratings. We carefully select materials and suppliers that complement our sustainability ethos and values. Quality and attention to detail Woodbar has fully documented ISO 9001 accredited quality management systems and procedures. Our services are underpinned by an extensive range of professional certifications and memberships. In every project we focus on high-quality finishes and attention to detail, minimising snagging and repair. Woodbar supporting the local community “We would all like to thank you for your sponsorship of our Greenpower car. After many months of building and testing we entered our first race on the 23rd September. The weather on the day was very wet and windy but great fun and an exciting experience. Although our car was not the fastest it ran well and kept going through the whole race. Our aim now is to build an even faster car that can cover more distance.” Our Clients Architects AAB Architects Arboreal Architecture ARP Architects Barron & Smith Architects Cur La Tourelle Architects Dannat Johnson Architects Hayhurst & Co Hunters Knox Bhavan Architects LLP M.A.Newson & Co Meadowcroft Griffin Architects Ramboll Whitbybird Richmond Architectural Sprunt Tooley & Foster Partnership Walker Bushe Architects Wyatt McLaren LLP Multi-disciplinary Consultants Appleyards Atkins A.T.P. Group The Clarklson Alliance Bailey Garner LLP Baqus Group EC Harris LLP Faithful & Gould Gardiner & Theobald Ian Sayer & Co Ingleton Wood Knight Frank LLP Mouchel NPS Group Pellings LLP Synergy LLP V.B.Johnson Watts Group PLC Surveyors Ainsley & Partners Checkley & Co Greenway & Lee Associates HBSV Chartered Surveyors Robert Martell & Partners Property Managers Colliers International Crown Estates Howard De Walden Estates Regent Street Direct The Barbican Local Authorities City of London Hertfordshire County Council Easts Herts London Borough of Barnet London Borough of Barking & Dagenham London Borough of Bexley London Borough of Brent London Borough of Bromley London Borough of Camden London Borough of Croydon London Borough of Ealing London Borough of Enfield London Borough of Greenwich London Borough of Haringey London Borough of Hackney London Borough of Islington London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham London Borough of Havering London Borough of Harrow London Borough of Hillingdon London Borough of Lambeth London Borough of Lewisham London Borough of Merton London Borough of Newham London Borough of Redbridge London Borough of Southwark London Borough of Tower Hamlets London Borough of Waltham Forest London Borough of Westminster Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Private Sector Clients City Electrical Factors Nike Harrods McMullen Brewers Virgin Warner Bros
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    Our Approach Commercial Our experience Woodbarprovides a dedicated service in delivering high quality and unique projects to suit the individual requirements of all Clients, regardless of their size or type of business. Working within the Commercial sector can sometimes be challenging as completion dates are often crucial to the success of a project. At Woodbar each project has it’s own dedicated team, consisting of, a Contracts Manager, Contract Surveyor and a Site Supervisor. These people are responsible, under the supervision of the directors, for ensuring each project is completed on time and to a high standard. Many of these incorporated extensive alteration works and co-ordination of the final space planning to ensure that we achieved the requirements of both our Client’s and the end users. We take pride in our projects to ensure that they are finished to the highest standards whilst minimising disruption. Our company philosophy is that; “if you wouldn’t accept it at home then it is not an acceptable standard for our projects” and we use this philosophy to ensure all of our projects achieve the same high standards. 4 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk Minimising disruption to the office environment It may be a requirement that the office is to remain open throughout the delivery of the project, and therefore we will ensure that the project is well managed in order to allow this. We will ensure that noise and disruption is kept to a minimum as well as endeavouring to schedule any exceptionally noisy aspect of the project to out of office hours. Safety of staff and visitors comes first at all times We take the management of Health and Safety of employees, sub-contractors, staff and visitors extremely seriously, and we are proud of the outstanding record that we have attained, and will continue to review our policies and practices to ensure that Health and Safety is at the forefront of all that we do. We endeavour to facilitate these Health and Safety requirements by ensuring that all involved or affected are made aware of the potential risks associated with construction sites.
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    Commercial Case Study 2 Commercial CaseStudy 1 Client 5th Floor, 40 Bernard Street Value £1.1m Description 40 Bernard Street is a modern multi-tenanted office building positioned immediately opposite Russell Square underground station and adjacent to the fantastic shopping facilities at the Brunswick Centre. The building is within the heart of Bloomsbury affording easy access to Kings Cross and Euston stations with the Piccadilly line also providing access to the West End. In 2012 we secured the contract to carry out a refurbishment project that would transform the fifth floor into a 4300 Sq. Ft Grade A open plan office suite with a spectacular 3,800 sq. ft wrap-around terrace. Being on the top floor of an occupied office building in Central London, access was always going to be a problem, and with the structural alterations requiring over 50 tonnes of structural steelwork to be lifted into the fifth floor, this was an exceptional challenge. Once the structural steelwork had been installed, and the existing partitions removed, we carried out a Grade A refurbishment of the area incorporating; new electrical & data installations, raised access floors, VRV air conditioning, metal tile suspended ceilings, and including new WCs, and shower rooms. 5Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk Client The Barbican Centre Value £130,000 Description The Barbican Centre is Europe’s largest multi-arts and conference venue, presenting a diverse range of visual art, music, theatre, dance, film and creative learning events. It is also home to the London Symphony Orchestra. The Centre comprises: the 1,949-seat Barbican Hall, 1,166-seat Barbican Theatre, the 200-seat Pit theatre, a cinema, the Barbican Art Gallery, a second gallery The Curve, 4,645m2 of foyers and public spaces, the Lakeside Terrace, a roof-top tropical conservatory, 7 conference suites, 2 trade exhibition halls, private function rooms and 3 restaurants; Barbican Foodhall, Barbican Lounge and Searcy’s. In 2010 we were approached to undertake a refurbishment programme which would see the conference facilities, conference reception and auditoria on level 4 of the Barbican Centre refurbished in keeping with the Centre’s ethos. As part of the refurbishment vision ‘waved’ feature walls were installed within the auditoria and boardroom which provided added acoustic performance, and, once illuminated by the feature lighting, the areas are transformed into modern, stimulating environments. Part of our brief was to undertake the refurbishment whilst the building was in full use without hindering the occupants. We were responsible for making our own arrangements for access for workmen and subcontractors, for the delivery and accommodation of all materials, and of plant and other facilities required to carry out the works.
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    Our Approach Education Our experience Woodbarhas a 20 year track record for delivering the highest standards of workmanship, quality, and Client service. We work within occupied schools delivering a wide range of refurbishment services, from class room refurbishments, to the construction of additional educational and sports facilities. We understand that delivering projects within education is not just about the construction, but about managing the projects and delivering a learning experience for all involved – our Clients, the School and Students. 6 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk A dedicated and experienced Project Management Team Our team of skilled professionals provides tailored solutions to meet the precise needs of the project. Whether it is a classroom or laboratory refurbishment, or the construction of additional teaching blocks and sports facilities. When deadlines are pressing, we can offer fast-track programmes and, from day one, a dedicated project manager will ensure that work is completed on time and on budget. When working in schools we ensure that effective communication protocols are established, to ensure that the project runs smoothly without impeding the normal running of the facility. Engendering your learning environment We believe that a school or university embarking on a construction project is a major commitment, and this needs to be managed well, to allow the school to function throughout the project. Disruption is kept to a minimum by establishing a Facilities Management Plan to ensure that the necessary accommodation is available at the required time. Noise is always kept to a minimum, and, we will endeavour to schedule any exceptionally noisy aspect of the project to out of school hours. On a number of occasions when we have carried out long term works within an occupied school, we have worked with the school staff to allow the children to use the scheme as a study project. Whilst we realise that these opportunities rely on the support of the teachers, we are always keen to assist the school in providing unique educational opportunities out of our building projects. Safety of staff and students comes first at all times. Woodbar understands the importance of security when working within sensitive areas such as a school. To support the safety and security of students, we employ rigorous audits of all the personnel involved in our projects, and will ensure that all directly employed staff are CRB checked. We take the management of Health and Safety of employees, sub- contractors, teaching staff, students and visitors extremely seriously, and we are proud of the outstanding record that we have attained, and will continue to review our policies and practices to ensure that Health and Safety is at the forefront of all that we do.
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    Client Primrose HillPrimary School Value £1.2m Description Primrose Hill Primary School is a Grade II listed Victorian Building in the heart of the Primrose Hill Conservation area in Camden. This classic three level Victorian school, originally housing Girls, Boys and Infants on separate floors, needed complete re-modelling to work effectively as a teaching establishment in the 21st Century. While the Grade II listed school, at 3,000sqm, is a third bigger than is required for the number on its roll, 10 of the 14 classrooms were well below the size expected by the DfES. It also had an original assembly hall at each level, but could not accommodate the whole school. The kitchen, located on the first floor, was in need of replacement and relocation, and the main entrance reception, on the ground floor, made access of the school difficult. Work was carried out in four phases linked with a decanting strategy designed to minimise disruption to the children’s education. The end result provides five new state-of-the-art classrooms of the correct size and location, better siting of resource areas, revised assembly facilities, a new kitchen and dining suite and a redesigned and rationalised entrance and administration hub. The ground floor is now available for community use without security issues. Education Case Study 1 Education Case Study 2 Client Park Walk Primary School Value £330,000 Description Park Walk Primary School is a Grade 11 listed building in Chelsea, accessible to people with disabilities in line with the Disability Discrimination Act. The scheme removed the original concrete staircase, leaving a triple-height void, 2.5m wide x 4.5m deep, that was filled with a lift and two steel and resin bridges that cross the space, at first and second-floor levels. Each floor was colour-coded with animal graphics. The lift has a glass rear face, fitted with strips of LEDs that illuminate vinyl graphics of nocturnal animals on the wall as it moves. A 3m x 2.5m rectangular roof light of toughened and laminated glass was installed to draw in daylight. Three animal graphics made from cut frosted film were applied to the internal face of the glass, while a 1,800mm-diameter circle was cut out of the ceiling to create the illusion that an ostrich, monkey and bear are peering in. 7Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk
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    Our Approach Healthcare Our experience Workingwithin the Healthcare sector requires an experienced contractor who understands the sensitive nature of the environment and appreciates the impact of their work upon Patients and Staff. Woodbar has an in-depth understanding of the challenges faced in carrying out construction work within Healthcare premises. With fast track projects being required within high security and high end facilities, we are seeing a greater trend to combine a broad base of experience when working within this sector. We will ensure that we minimise disruption and optimise hygiene, safety and security. We work closely with our Clients to ensure their specific needs are addressed effectively. We will ensure that disruption is kept to a minimum, and will establish a Facilities Management Plan to make certain that the necessary accommodation is available at the required time, and that cleanliness is maintained throughout the operational healthcare facilities in order to minimise the risk of infection spreading among patients. Noise is always kept to a minimum and we will endeavour to schedule any exceptionally noisy aspect of the project to quieter parts of the day in order to cause as little disturbance to patients as possible. 8 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk
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    Client 28 –29 Wimpole Street, W1 Value £550,000 Description 28-29 Wimpole street is a listed building in the heart of the Howard De Walden Estate. The Howard de Walden Estate is owned directly and indirectly by a number of members of the Howard de Walden Family. The Estate owns, manages and leases the majority of the 92 acres of real estate within Marylebone, which comprises the area from Marylebone High Street in the west to Robert Adam’s Portland Place in the east and from Wigmore Street in the south to Marylebone Road in the north. The Estate is renowned for its creative management techniques, including the striking and imaginative regeneration of Marylebone High Street area. This project saw the rejuvenation of the ground and basement levels of 28-29 Wimpole Street to provide a contemporary environment in which to house a private medical facility with adjoining consultation rooms. A challenging aspect of this project was installation of a new incoming electrical main to provide additional power to the building. The first – fourth floors are all in residential occupation therefore any disruptive works had to be meticulously planned to avoid any disruption to the surrounding residents. As part of the refurbishment many of the building’s features were painstakingly returned to their original condition. The installation of two brand new metal and glass staircases adds a touch of modernism to give a contemporary feel throughout the suite. Healthcare Case Study 1 Client Wellesley Road EPH Value £46,000 Description Wellesley Road Elderly Peoples Home is an Adult Social Care Home which offers care to those who can no longer look after themselves. We were employed by the London Borough of Camden to undertake the refurbishment of two bathroom areas within the Home as part of a pilot scheme which LBC were considering rolling out to other homes in the area. The refurbishment included completely stripping out the bathroom areas before installing state of the art DDA compliant equipment. This included the use of electrically operated movable baths, hygienic wall cladding systems, sensor flow sanitaryware and level access showers with Doc M Shower accessories. As the home was fully occupied and operational throughout the project it was essential that the works were programmed, managed and progressed in such a way that it would not impact into the day to day activities of the home and it’s residents. The home is a residence for elderly and frail people and therefore all staff are required to be CRB checked before they can work within the home. 9Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk Healthcare Case Study 2
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    Our Approach High Security Ourexperience Woodbar Limited understands that working in a “High Security Area” requires a lot of detailed planning and communication. The logistical programming of each individual project is the key to successful completion of works within such areas. We have a proven track record of successfully completing projects within high security areas such as the Old Bailey Central Criminal Courts, Reading Prison and the City of London police stations. We can provide positive input to ensure even the most complicated project is successful. 10 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk Security comes first at all times. We understand the importance of security when working within these areas and to support this, we employ rigorous audits of all the personnel involved in our projects and will ensure that all directly employed staff are CRB checked. We take the management of Health and Safety of employees, sub-contractors, Client staff, and visitors extremely seriously and we are proud of the outstanding record that we have attained, and will continue to review our policies and practices to ensure that Health and Safety is at the forefront of all that we do.
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    11Visit us onlineat www.woodbar.co.uk Client The Mansion House Value £1.1m Description The Mansion House is located opposite the Bank of England at Bank Junction. As well as being the home and office of the Lord Mayor of the City of London, this unique building provides a spectacular setting for business meetings, civic and livery activity, and conferences. Charitable and business related organisations also use Mansion House for fundraising events, receptions and dinners. A number of high profile events are held each year which provide a platform for cabinet ministers, visiting Heads of Government, and other prominent public figures. Some 50,000 people visit the Mansion House every year. Since 2006 we have carried out refurbishment works during the summer period when the Mansion House is closed. During this time we have undertaken works in areas including; The Egyptian Hall - this is the main reception room at Mansion House and is so- called because it is what the architect George Dance thought how an Egyptian Hall would look. The room can entertain up to 500 people. The Lord Mayor’s office – this is also referred to as the Venetian Parlour because of the style of the windows. The Long Parlour Room - where the Lord Mayor has meetings, receptions, lunches and dinners. The table, when fully extended, can seat 36 people. For the sake of symmetry, there are false doors at both ends of the room. The State Drawing Rooms - where the VIPs gather before a reception. High Security Case Study 2 High Security Case Study 1 Client The Old Bailey Central Criminal Courts Value Approx £1m Description The Old Bailey is located about 200 yards northwest of St Paul’s Cathedral, just outside the former western wall of the City of London. It is named after the street on which it is located, which itself follows the line of the original fortified wall, or “bailey”, of the City. The initial location of the courthouse close to Newgate Prison allowed prisoners to be conveniently brought to the courtroom for their trials. More generally, its position between the City of London and Westminster meant it was a suitable location for trials involving people from all over the metropolis, north of the river Thames. Although the Old Bailey courthouse was rebuilt several times between 1674 and 1913, the basic design of the courtrooms remained the same. They were arranged so as to emphasise the contest between the accused and the rest of the court. The accused stood at “the bar” (or in “the dock”), directly facing the witness box (where prosecution and defence witnesses testified), and the judges seated on the other side of the room. We first started work at the Old Bailey in 1996 when we undertook an internal & external refurbishment programme to the office and administration areas. We have continued to work within the Court House since this point and have undertaken projects such as; the redecoration of the cell areas including a separate anti-ligature scheme, replacement of the cell doors and the refurbishment and redecoration of numerous Court Rooms, Public and office/administration areas. Following a well-publicised incident in 2008 where a prisoner jumped out of the dock and attacked a judge, we were approached by the City of London to design and install security screens within in the main court areas, which are listed, to prevent prisoners from absconding from the dock area.
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    Our Approach Residential Our experience Overthe past 30 years we have completed a plethora of Residential projects ranging from high end refurbishments to cyclical maintenance on multi dwelling projects. Everyone at Woodbar understands the commitment that is taken on when working in or around another persons abode; we count on all our staff and subcontractors to be polite, respectful and courteous at all times. Each individual project has a team allocated to it and when dealing with Residential projects we always allocate a Resident Liaison Officer to ensure that the residents have continual access to input their views into the project. We take pride in our work to ensure that the project is finished to the highest standard often incorporating new technologies whilst appreciating planning constraints. 12 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk
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    Client Exchange Flat,Commercial St Value £150,000 Description The Exchange Building was formally a telephone exchange before it was converted by Philippe Stark. It is situated along the busy Commercial Street in East London and is within close proximity of Spitalfield Market, Brick Lane & the City of London. We were approached to undertake a high-spec refurbishment to a flat within the building. In order to counteract the dense urban character of London’s Spitalfield, the Architect came up with the vision of radically transforming this flat’s interior to abstractly recreate a piece of the New England forest familiar to the client’s home. As the centre piece of the refurbishment we installed an automatically irrigated ‘living wall’ which grows a range of ferns and brings a moist cooling presence to the kitchen area. Lighting behind the laser-cut screens projects a pattern of the tree canopy across the ceiling through the living space. Bespoke furniture was made with raw steel and charred oak allowing the materials to express the process of formation from which they originated. As part of the project we also adapted the existing configuration to provide upgraded living facilities including; a new under floor heating system, oak flooring, contemporary wet room & new kitchen with bespoke cabinetry. Residential Case Study 1 Residential Case Study 2 Client Tray House, 20 Redbridge Lane, E11 Value £163,000 Description The rejuvenation of this suburban, four-bedroom house involved the placement of a single material insert – a black tray; a room laid into the garden cheek-by-jowl against the grain of the existing Victorian House. The design for the house sought to re-organise its old- fashioned arrangement of cellular spaces and provide a new relationship between inside and outdoors suitable for a young family. The openings in the ‘tray’ and the careful demolition of existing walls were controlled to reveal powerful glimpses of the black brick from the inside, and the delicate outline of the newly-formed openings in the Victorian house from the outside. The kitchen and dining spaces are further connected to the garden with a timber-clad island that forms part of the kitchen worktop extending to form an external dining table and garden bench. Over the bench sits an all-sliding, all- hinged door/window with various permutations of 5m wide openness. A practical, versatile and fluid transition space between inside and out – a new lease of life fit for a family. 13Visit us online at www.woodbar.co.uk
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    Our Approach Retail Our experience Withnearly 30 years of building experience Woodbar can provide bespoke building solutions to suit every situation including Fast Track & Turn Key solutions. Understanding the requirements of our Retail Clients ensures that we provide the optimum delivery of service taking into consideration the constraints and needs of their customers, facilitating the continuation of their business and minimising disruption. In live trading stores, our teams deliver excellent customer communication and will always seek optimum phasing solutions and communicate clearly through programmes, hoarding and signage. Our Contracts Managers work closely with the store team and bring together the retail and construction operations. This leads to less disruption. Our project teams are experienced in proposing alternative economic construction solutions to support any Client’s price and quality position. 14 Call us today on 0208 805 2188 or email mail@woodbar.co.uk A dedicated and experienced Project Management Team Our team of skilled professionals provides tailored solutions to meet the precise needs of the project, whatever the specific requirements. When deadlines are pressing, we can offer fast-track programmes and from day one, a dedicated Project Manager will ensure that work is completed on time and on budget. We are proud of our “can do” attitude which makes it possible for us to pull together to complete fast track projects on time and without sacrificing quality.
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    15Visit us onlineat www.woodbar.co.uk Client Nags Head Public House - Covent Garden Value £140,000 Description The Nags Head PH is a traditional Victorian London pub located in the heart of London’s Covent Garden, and is famous for being a meeting point with locals and tourists alike. We secured the contract to completely refurbish the bar, lounge and toilet facilities of the pub. However because of its central location the pub produces high revenue for its owners, McMullen Brewers, and therefore it was essential that the pub was closed for the minimum amount of time. In light of the generally small footprint of the pub and the large amount of works which needed to be undertaken in an exceptionally short space of time, we had to work on the pub 24hrs a day in order to minimise the loss experienced through the closure of the venue. In order to achieve this, the project had to be carefully programmed and procured to ensure that the risk of any delays were minimised. Two teams were employed, one would carry out all of the noisy disruptive works during the normal working hours and the other would progress any of the less disruptive operations. The project was delivered on time and to the clients complete satisfaction. Retail Case Study 2 Retail Case Study 1 Client Nike Town - Oxford Street Value £190,000 Description Nike’s flagship store Nike Town, situated on the corner of Regent Street and Oxford Street, displays the full range of Nike products in an incredible setting, inspired by the City of London and athletes’ achievements all over the world. Nike Town has the largest women’s sports clothing and footwear area in Europe, as well as its very own kids pavilion with clothes for boys and girls from infants up to 16 years old. Every swoosh-lover’s dream – the UK’s flagship Nike store is the only place in the country to see the omnipresent sports brand’s full range all together. As the name suggests, the shop is a concept ‘town’. Buildings, each housing a specific sport, surround a central square the store’s focal point. In its centre sits the core – a 3-storey high, 360° projector screen – which springs to life every 20 minutes; as window blinds are snapped shut, customers are barraged with a menagerie of sporting images. Niketown likes to think it’s more than just a shop; each week they put on special events, athletes come in for interviews, they even organise a running club. With 70,000 square foot of shopping space they manage to fit everything in, and more besides. In preparation of the stores opening we decorated the whole of Nike town including the entire shop floor, storage and staff areas. Specialist floor paints were used to create bespoke court and pitch areas within the store and all of the services and ceiling were sprayed black to facilitate the secluded industrial appearance which is the concept of the store.
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    Head Office Woodbar House, 50Alexandra, Enfield, EN3 7EH Central London Office 1st Floor Broad Street House, 55 Old Broad Street, London, EC2M 1RX t: 020 8805 2188 f: 020 8804 9555 e: mail@woodbar.co.uk www.woodbar.co.uk