We were so excited to receive our first planning approved document for our Chapel, which we received back in September 2014…… naturally, we didn’t expect to receive a 2nd one.. Unfortunately, our planning application had one very specific condition, the garage door opening had to be a whopping 5.4 meters wide. Why? to fit 2 cars…
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What’s in the boxes Phil?
Phil arrives at the current office with a smile on his face, lets hope what’s inside the boxes will be just as fun to put in! In summer I keep heat out, In winter I block cold air – what am I?
Spot the Difference
What we hope the after picture looks like.. ↑ Using Autodesk Maya we can bring to life the vision we have for the Chapels future. We are in the process of building a second floor to take advantage of the high walls that the Chapel offers, the window shapes will be kept but the inside structure changed, a glass panel on the floor…
When a door closes a window opens
There are so many different shapes and sizes of windows especially if you are looking for a contemporary design. So we asked David from Landmark Window Solutions to come to our office in Andover and inspire us! He brought with him the Rationel sample discussing the fitting requirements for our exciting new adventure. …
February
The back wall was taken down in January – before it fell down and we are now ready to rebuild. For the first time we have building materials on site, rather than the constant removal of rubbish to date. With scaffolding up for the roofers, this is the first time that the team has seen the Chapel…
The Team
Our team is growing as are the developments with the Chapel! Even with the English weather, we are pushing on to hopefully move in before Christmas and once again have our tree lit up outside as is tradition in Whitchurch. Keep an eye out for more updates..
Early January
Early January brought a welcome relief from the rain, but it was bitterly cold. Phil constructed a ‘home inside the Chapel’ so he and the team could keep warm when they were having a cup of tea. Essential. Removing the render has made a huge impression on the building. Painstaking work, but really worthwhile. Work is continuing on…
December progress
Clearing the site has revealed the Chapel for the first time. The front roof slates have been removed an a tarpaulin is now keeping the front section relatively water tight. Turning our attention to the rear workshop, we notice with horror that the rear wall is badly compromised. It has been pushed over centre by…
November – The first spade in the ground
Finally work is under way and we can see this old, tired derelict building transform into a living project. Once the outside has been cleared, we can erect our safety fencing to keep the Whitchurch residents safe whilst we carry out the renovations. The site cleared, inside and out. Skip after skip is filled, removed and…
Before…
Standing on the corner of London Street, The Factory or The Chapel is a significant building. Its tall pedimented frontage is completely unique and stands out. Over the years it changed hands many times, but each time its owner lost faith and sold it, it deteriorated further. This old Methodist Chapel has an industrial heritage. It…
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