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PROJECT PROFILE

Coastal Industrial Shed Building Envelope Remediation

INTRODUCTION

Our client is at the heart of Britain’s infrastructure development and industrial and commercial property sectors. They play a key role in many regeneration projects throughout the UK.

This new client for Starfish Construction was our first collaboration. We worked closely with the stakeholders to assess the overall integrity of this sizeable industrial shed to produce a scope of work within their budget to regenerate the building. There was a tight timeframe to complete the structural work due to funding criteria and tenant occupancy requirements.

COMMERCIAL BUILDING ENVELOPE

Industrial Regeneration Project

A 2,500 m2 former industrial fabrication shed in a state of dilapidation formed part of a regeneration project within the client’s wider site.

Starfish Construction undertook an in-depth structural examination of the existing steelwork and brickwork at the initial stage of the project to ascertain the structure’s failure level. We provided the client with the analysis and data and worked closely to support recommendations and solutions to achieve the end objective.

    completed building envelope remediation on coastal unit

    The project delivered a complete building envelope upgrade, improving both the structural integrity and long-term performance of the asset. This included structural reinforcement of the steelwork supporting the roof and walls, along with extensive repairs to the existing brickwork to ensure durability in a demanding marine environment.

    In total, 2,200 m² of roof sheets and 2,500 m² of wall sheets were stripped and replaced with marine environment-compliant systems. All gutters and downpipes were also removed and renewed as part of the works, providing improved water management and resilience. The upgraded envelope is backed by a 20-year warranty and is designed to deliver a life expectancy of at least 30 years.

    The scope of works was completed with the installation of external LED floodlights and new internal light fittings, enhancing safety and operational efficiency. Roller shutters and fire doors were also replaced and finished with marine-grade paintwork, ensuring long-term protection and a consistent, high-quality finish throughout the facility.

    SUCCESSFUL PROJECT OUTCOME

    Principal Designer and Contractor Delivering Turnkey Solutions

    Our team designed all technical solutions and completely stripped and replaced the complete building envelope, along with structural steelwork enhancements to the roof and walls. The upgrade was completed with new internal lighting and exterior LED floodlights, replacement roller shutters, and fire exits.

    After only 18 weeks, Starfish Construction completed the refurbishment of the building envelope to make the Industrial Shed wind and watertight while enhancing the overall functionality.

    As the Principal Contractor and Project Designer, Starfish Construction managed the tight programme window and a significant level of work required to upgrade the property envelope to match the client’s needs. We coordinated the multi-trades to complete the project on time and successfully.

    Starfish Construction was engaged, following review and due diligence of their business profile and based on previous experience towards delivering similar projects. We were assured they could meet our business requirements and the expectations of this challenging, high-profile project, driven by budget, logistics, and programme restraints, but without compromising on Health & Safety, Quality, Sustainability and Environmental standards.

    We were delighted with the quality of service throughout, especially with Starfish Constructions’ approach towards Health & Safety, which was excellent.

    From our initial discussions, developing and accommodating our requirements, right through to the completion of the project, we were reassured by the approach and efforts of the whole team at Starfish Construction.

    We look forward to further developing our working relationship with Starfish Construction in the future and adding value to the local communities where we operate.

    CLIENT TESTIMONIAL