is for many a familiar and inspiring building and a source of knowledge for both student and mature reader alike. It has stood on this spot since the early 18th Century and is a Grade II Listed Building. Blackwell’s was founded here in 1879 by Benjamin Blackwell selling academic books from just one room. The classical front of Blackwell’s hides typical timber framed structures still being built in Oxford in the eighteenth century. Blackwell’s is still family owned and has many retail outlets across the UK. We were engaged to oversee extensive repair and refurbishment works both externally and internally.

We liaised closely with the Conservation Officer at Oxford City Council and the landlord’s surveyor to ensure the works were carried out sensitively and carefully to restore this wonderful building back to its former glory. External joinery to windows and doors, signage were carefully repaired, restored and redecorated, roof repairs and general internal repairs were also carried out. The whole façade was then redecorated to complete the restoration and refurbishment process. The project was completed on time and within budget.

Blackwell’s – 50 Broad Street

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Progress for the new photographic studios for Be Studios Ltd at Bawtry Hall is well under way with completion scheduled for March. It features a specialist infinity cove with curved walls around the studio to compliment the cutting edge design. The overall design concept is minimalist with careful selection of finishes and colours by our interior designer Inside Interiors Ltd. Be Studios Ltd is a creative agency covering sectors including the fashion and beauty industry, photography, graphic design, website design and content management. Check out their recently launched website and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

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Client: Emmaus School

A small popular Christian independent school with a waiting list needing more quality teaching space. First of two phases to create a new classroom in sympathy to the Victorian architecture creating an interior to modern standards. Built on time and within budget, the finished classroom has proved popular with students and staff alike.

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