Behind the façade of Grosvenor Gardens House at 8 Eaton Lane is a dedicated team helping deliver one of London’s most intricate heritage refurbishments.Â
We are carefully restoring a Grade II-listed mansion block while creating 42 super-prime residences and world-class amenities in the heart of Belgravia.
For lead design manager Aislinn Holland, the evolving nature of the project has made it both challenging and rewarding. “Working on a historic building with evolving regulations has brought plenty of challenges and changes along the way, requiring us to continually adapt and ensure design compliance. Having a great team around me makes it all worthwhile, and we keep learning every day.”
Senior design manager Jermaine Clarke has been heavily involved in resolving some of the project’s most technically demanding design challenges. “One of the most complex elements has been coordinating the shopfront façade package at ground level, which involves extensive collaboration between subcontractors and consultants. Working within a Grade II-listed building means there are still unknown being uncovered as works progress, so adapting solutions in real time has been a key part of the role.”
For senior project manager Liam Cater, the existing structure has required innovative engineering solutions. “The building comes with significant challenges, particularly the original clinker beam slabs, which are extremely weak due to their historic construction. We’d had to develop new structural strengthening and screeding solutions while retaining the existing floors and ceilings and protecting the heritage of the building.”
Senior fit-out manager Tasim Gurra has found the coordination process one of the project’s defining features. “The fit-out coordination has been one of the most challenging aspects because there are so many trades and designers involved. When it’s complete it’s going to be something really special.”
Assistant project manager Tom Clark has been focused on stakeholder coordination throughout the scheme. “Keeping the client and Westminster City Council aligned while coordinating the wider team has been a major part of the project. It’s a high-quality development in an incredible location, and I’ve really enjoyed working with the team throughout.”
Quantity surveyor Joanne Doherty highlights the complexity of balancing refurbishment with new-build elements. “The combination of restoring the existing building while coordinating significant new interventions has made this a real challenge from a procurement perspective. It’s been rewarding to help deliver successful subcontract packages across such a complex scheme.”
Temporary works manager Anglie Patel believes the collaborative culture on site has been essential. “Because it’s such an old building, there are constantly discoveries being made as works progress, which means adapting quickly to unexpected changes.”