The scheme for a new Research and Development Park comprised of a steel frame with metal deck floors capped with power floated re-enforced concrete. The external cladding to the lower level is traditional brickwork complemented by an integrated Luxlon cladding and glazing system. The roof is a standing seam, euro clad solution which was prefabricated on site to reduce the environmental impact of transportation and maximise efficiency.

This £2.6 million contract was completed on behalf of Southampton University.

Fast-Track Fit Out of New Office Block to Provide Television Studios & Offices

Brymor made possible ITV Meridians’ relocation from studios in Southampton to a new, high specification facility in Whitley.

With a date set for the first live broadcast, Brymor had a strict 24 week programme in which to complete the fit-out; using state of the art technology to produce the UK’s most advanced television studio. The new studio was complemented by the provision of modern, private and open-plan office suites, all with extensive soundproofing and fire protection services.

The technical complexity of the project demanded weekly progress meetings and its success can largely be attributed to the excellent relationship formed between Brymor, Watts and Partners, Graham Powell Consultants Interact, Sandy Brown Associates and ITV Meridian.

This £1.5 million scheme won a CIOB Bronze Award in 2005 at the Construction Manager of the Year Awards.

South Coast Relocation Project

Brymor has had an active role in the South Coast Relocation Project in Hampshire and after the successful completion of Penner Road, Brymor moved on to complete further works at Pyramid Park.

Brymor have undertaken the complete fit-out of an existing industrial unit to create a new data centre. The works comprised of the installation of a high level 940m2  euro-gridfloor, attack walls for a pressurised system together with an 883m2 Kingspan access floor.

In addition to the fit-out works, Brymor also constructed a new warehouse, renewed existing cladding and roof panels, completed steel alterations and associated landscaping.

This £2.2 Million project was constructed and carried out within a very restricted site and throughout the scheme Brymor worked in partnership with the client to ensure the project team, subcontractors, suppliers and operatives worked to strict health and safety procedures.

The existing Biffa offices were old, out-dated and uneconomical to run and the heating and ventilation systems, windows, carpets and ceilings portrayed a negative image for the company. As part of the tenancy agreement and negotiations on the rent, it was agreed that refurbishment should take place in the offices and toilets.

The works were partly funded by SEGRO (Slough Estates) and partly by Biffa in the hope that the refurbishment would give tenants a modern working environment and corporate image. As the tenants didn’t have another building to move into during the work, the building had to be refurbished in four phases to allow a smooth transaction of staff from one area to another.

Brymor's contractors worked in partnership with our list of approved sub contractors to provide a competitive tender, worth £1,100,000, which was successful. Brymor coordinated and programmed the works to ensure a smooth running of the contract which allowed the facilities department to arrange the removals and relocation of staff with minimal disruption. This also ensured the programme didn’t slip therefore avoiding abortive costs for our client.

Brymor also supported the client by offering cost advice on additional items, which the client requested in addition to the main scope of works.

New Build of Units 3 & 4 Benham Campus

Off the back of the successful completion of Phase 1 at The University of Southampton Science Park, Brymor picked up the New Build of Units 3 & 4, Benham Campus worth £4.6 Million.   

This development consisted of the new build of two office blocks. Both buildings had a steel frame construction with composite metal deck flooring, power floated to finish and concrete stairs. The wall construction was brick and block with curtain walling sections to provide large areas of glazing, which provided maximum light throughout the building. The top façade was constructed of metal panels to match the colouring of the roof, and the roof was constructed of Kingspan metal roofing panels.

Internally the building was dry lined and plastered with all offices having suspended ceilings with lights fitted within the ceiling grids. Floor coverings were either vinyl or carpets, ash doors with stainless steel ironmongery and the main entrance of unit four featured ceramic tiling.

This particular project was an exciting project for Brymor to secure however challenging, with tight deadlines and budgets to sustain. With environmental impacts now playing a huge role within the construction industry many environmental innovations were introduced such as; energy saving devices throughout the building to allow efficient running of the lighting systems and light sensors, and the construction of a swale to allow the overflow from the soak away to also percolate back into the ground to reduce waste.