CG BUILDING AND RESTORATION LTD
“Each layer we worked on revealed something new about its past, its original design, changes made over time, and the techniques used by the people who built it.” Collaboration is key A distinctive aspect of this project was the level of teamwork it demanded. Architects, conservationists, and skilled tradespeople had to collaborate, sharing their expertise. “Collaboration was at the heart of this project,” Carter explains. “From the beginning, we worked to create a shared vision, bringing together local authorities, architects, contractors, our employees and all other key players. We held regular meetings to make sure everyone was on the same page, discussing ideas, challenges, and progress. “Clear communication was crucial throughout the process. Everyone had their own area of expertise, and we made sure to respect and value each person’s input. To keep everything organised and ensure no one was left out of the loop, we used project management tools that allowed us to track progress and share updates. This helped us stay aligned and make decisions together, so that even the smallest choices supported our overall goal.” Taking this approach kept the project on track, while also encouraging creativity and problem-solving. “By working closely as a team, we were able to come up with innovative solutions to the challenges we faced,” Carter reveals, “resulting in a final product that truly reflects the power of teamwork.”
More than 280 windows were repaired and redecorated
Managing progress Gate & Bar managed the project from the start and prioritised engagement with the client to understand the numerous requirements of the building, including: ● School trips ● Meetings and conferences ● Exhibitions ● Café ● Guest rooms ● The sisters’ living accommodation.
the building’s users is key as areas of the building needed
shared with the right people. To that end, Gate & Bar set up: ● An open-door meeting every Friday morning for all client-side parties to attend to raise concerns and hear about the project’s progress ● Fortnightly progress meetings for the project team to discuss the project and determine what information needed to be shared with the building’s users.
to be closed and users temporarily relocated. Everyone affected
understood why the building was being maintained and upgraded for the future and so appreciated that a certain amount of disruption was inevitable. Nevertheless, Gate & Bar did its best at all times to programme, specify and manage the project with minimal disruptions, communicating at all times with the client and the building’s various users.
Key to the success of such diverse stakeholder management was ensuring the correct information was
On a project of this scale, cooperation among all of
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