Custom House 20 Lower Thames Street & River Wall, Stairs And Crane Custom House Quay London EC3R 6EE
Internal and External alteration, extension and refurbishment of Custom House (Grade I), and works to the associated River Wall, Stairs and Cranes (Grade II*) for redevelopment into a hotel-led mixed-use building. External works: New public realm scheme to the quayside including removal of railings around riverside car park; replacement of southern ground floor external stairs (Central Wing) for new river terrace with step-free access; works to the southern elevation for improved access; refurbishment and relocation of historic crane; removal of vehicle ramp, construction of new vehicle lift; rebuilding of East Wing steps; new plant on the East Wing roof, provision of PV panels (Central Wing); removal of roof lanterns/rooflights to West Wing; amendments to existing plant room. Repair and refurbishment of window frames and sashes, and introduction of restoration glass. Historic glass reinstated to West Wing Courtyard. Installation of hotel signage, cleaning and repair of elevations, installation of external blinds, lowering of five Long Room window cills and removal of cabinetry to create two new access points to first-floor with railings to portico. Raising of West Wing courtyard floor for new external amenity space, including removal of existing lift and external staircase and the installation of a glazed extension. Introduction of a site-wide landscaping and lighting scheme, retention of historic fixtures, works to the river wall, western boundary wall and construction of new flood defences, servicing areas, vehicle drop off, cycle and disabled parking. Internal works: Installation of mechanical/electrical/plumbing services for hotel use; Hotel rooms with ensuite facilities, minor demolition and works for improved access and servicing; New spa (with pool) and decorative scheme throughout, New lifts in West and Central Wings; Repairs to historic floors, removal of modern raised floors; Refurbishment of existing cabinetry and all other associated internal works.