Gorsey Place
Commercial
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Project completion date
Projected value
12
Project duration (months)
Gorsey Place, a collection of light industrial and warehousing units situated in Skelmersdale, is under the ownership of West Lancashire Borough Council. Following a fire incident in one of the units, which subsequently caused fire damage to an adjoining unit, the council faced the pressing need for partial demolition, reconstruction, and refurbishment of four single-story light industrial properties. These units were vacant at the outset of the project, but the task at hand was to execute the work within an operational industrial estate, ensuring uninterrupted access for adjacent unit occupants on a 24/7 basis while avoiding disruption to the adjacent dual carriageway.
Initial Scope: The initial project scope for Krol Corlett entailed the partial demolition of the four light industrial units, with the retention of walls and slabs, and the removal of roofs and internal structures. Additionally, the project encompassed the construction of a new primary steel frame, cladding, roofing, internal fit-out, and installation of mechanical and electrical services.
Unexpected Complexity: As the project unfolded, it became apparent that the damage was more extensive than initially assessed, compromising the structural integrity of all four units. In response to this challenge, the Krol Corlett team worked closely with the client to re-evaluate the program and budget. This resulted in an extension of the original scope of work, evolving into a comprehensive design and build demolition and re-build scheme. This expansion of the project included the removal and reconstruction of structural walls for all four units, façade retention, significant ground improvements, and external works.
Integrated Approach: Krol Corlett seamlessly coordinated the requirements of various subcontractors, ranging from demolition experts to steel frame specialists and mechanical and electrical professionals. This collaborative effort resulted in the successful execution of a complete re-build, encompassing all internal finishes and a comprehensive mechanical and electrical design and installation.
Gorsey Place, in Skelmersdale, stands as a testament to Krol Corlett’s expertise in tackling complex projects with precision and adaptability. What began as a project to address fire damage quickly transformed into a full-scale demolition and re-build initiative, involving the reconstruction of four light industrial units. Despite the project’s expansion and the inherent challenges of working within an operational industrial estate, Krol Corlett delivered a successful transformation, meeting the stringent requirements set by West Lancashire Borough Council.
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