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Wilkins Terrace has transformed the unsightly and unloved Physics Yard into a visually stunning and indispensable social, events and amenity space for UCL.The terrace area is landscaped in Portland Stone; a natural, sustainable choice with a high fossil content that provides a textured finish and adheres to the strict guidelines for working on the Grade I listed building, which is ‘carved out’ to create a lower terrace alongside the refectory and an upper terrace off Wilkins North Cloisters.

It’s no wonder that our Raj Green Indian Sandstone is one of our most popular stones, when it can be used in so many different ways. This project in Oxfordshire used Raj Green to echo the traditional countryside nature of the property. Raj Green is a very hard wearing stone, with similar colours and tones to York stone, which is why this stone is so popular. This project required a large quantity of Raj Green stone, to create a vast patio area at the back of this country home, as well as paved areas around the garage, and several paths surrounding the garden. Raj Green is such a popular product, as it is perfect for any home, garden or landscaping project. It is versatile and timeless, and will look at home anywhere.

Project: East Parade, LeedsArchitect: Associated ArchitectsInstaller: HKL Specialists LtdStone: Yorkstone & Black GraniteBarclay’s House in Leeds Office Quarter was transformed by the design from Associated Architects. An old 1980s building is now a prime 45,000 sq. Ft office building – 6 East Parade (6EP)Glazing on the upper levels gives way to Glazed red terracotta and a solid foundation on the ground floor of Yorkstone on Aztec Rainscreen. A truly stunning building that was Highly Commended in the BCO (Regional) ‘Refurbished / Recycled Workplace’ Awards

Albion Stone were able to supply the desired quality of finished product within the contract programme. The New Independent Whitbed specified for the main flooring provided the aesthetic qualities and character required for large areas of floor in a luxury development of this kind.New Independent Whitbed was selected for 1860m² of flooring, 454 linear metres of stair treads and 1,300 linear metres of skirtings. Two fireplaces were also produced using New Independent Whitbed as well as the bath surrounds and bath steps. Independent Grove Whitbed was selected for internal wall tiling and Bowers Roach for feature panels on the external facades.

The new building reflects the ideology of Qatar Airways and provides a contemporary office and new retail showroom.The new project replaces two late 1940s/early 1950s buildings.Albion Stone supplied Portland Grove Whitbed in block form which was produced into cladding and installed in a ‘wing’ pat.

Block was pre-purchased by Stanhope for the project. Finished stone was manufactured at Albion’s Factory over a 50 week period. The Grove Whitbed was also used on the internals through the foyer and up onto the lift lobbies.The Building Research Establishment “BRE” provided the testing, which was completed in advance of the production programme as a direct result of the block pre-purchase.

Architect: GSS ArchitectureInstaller: Teams RoofingStone: Fletcher Bank SandstoneGSS Architecture were the lead architects for the £11m Enterprise and Innovation Centre in the heart of Sunderland.The development of a large new building next to a Grade II listed building contrasts the old and the new with some style.The Aztec Rainscreen System comprised a ventilated Fletcher Bank Sandstone façade at 40mm and was installed by Teams Roofing. Completion was in 2016.

Lonsdale have provided several bespoke roof glazing solutions to residential retirement home developers McCarthy & Stone. Research conducted by the Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology and the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute at the University of Oxford, concludes natural daylight aids mental health and sleep patterns benefiting the well being of patients with dementia. Our ThermGard Rooflight system and SpanGard Roof Lanterns feature on several of their projects and in most cases Smoke Ventilation to EN12101 has been mandatory.

This project created a stunning infinity pool in Barset York Stone, with bespoke boulders and pebbles.

Architect: Redbox Design GroupMain Contractor: Tolent Construction Installer: Metcalfe Roofing & Building Services LtdStone: Cebecca LimestoneThe Sunderland Hilton Garden Inn, on the banks of the River Wear, is a 141 room hotel featuring MX curtain walling as well as Aztec 20mm Cebecca limestone Ventilated Rainscreen. Designed By Redbox the architects wanted a light and spacious building without the need for a heavy support system. The glass and limestone mix imparts this vision perfectly. Completed in 2016 The Aztec system was installed by Metcalf Roofing & Building.

A 150yr old stone built cottage had developed structural faults. The archway entrance was failing due to inadequate support causing distortion of the arch pier, the front door to jam and masonry cracking in the archway walls. HD BowTies were installed through the front elevation stonework and the first two floor joists to provide lateral restraint. HeliBars were bonded into the mortar beds to create masonry beams which assisted in distributing the loads above the arch. Crack stitching was undertaken to repair and stabilise the archway wall which was also secured to the internal cross wall with grouted CemTies.

Architect: WCP ArchitectsMain Contractor: AcreoInstaller: MetalTech Roofing and Cladding LimitedThe 42,000 (3,900 m2) six-storey Rusacks Hotel extension has created 44 more bedrooms to the west of the existing hotel including a roof-top bar and restaurant, all overlooking the 18th green at The Old Course in St Andrews.The £7m extension was built with some 1200 sqm of Aztec Rainscreen façade finished in Peakmoor Natural Stone. The 128-year-old MacDonald hotel in the home of golf was designed by Scottish firm WCP Architects and raises the bar for luxury in St Andrews. Installation was by MetalTech Roofing and Cladding Limited.

This office redesign for a client in the healthy living space incorporated a variety of natural finishes and details for the right look and feel. Vtec’s texture range met the natural requirement with ease and STONE WALL PANELS in STRATA WHITE were used as a design statement in the reception area, reflecting the client’s wellbeing brand and setting the tone for visitors. The panels were an ideal backdrop for company signage to be added. Throughout the design, the execution is impeccable with high quality fixtures and colourful details bringing the office to life.

PROJECT: THAMESIDELOCATION: WINDSORMATERIAL: WEST CASTFINISH: PORTLANDMAIN CONTRACTOR: SHANLY HOMES

The £27 million Portland Marina development has been open since 2009, and is now frequently described as ‘the best marina ever’.Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy is the first venue to be ready for the London 2012 Games and is already in use delivering a legacy of world-class sailing facilities for the local community.

The Clarges Estate is a 193,500 sq. ft. mixed-use development situated in the heart of Mayfair’s Conservation Area. Designed by award winning prestigious London architectural practice Squire and Partners, the development replaces the current 1960’s scheme with premium residential apartments and commercial space, spread over numerous buildings.

The project was a complex backland site with a number of planning restrictions. The brief was to create an imposing and interesting modern townhouse making reference to the traditional London townhouse on the front elevation whilst the rear elevation was required to incorporate brickwork and reference the traditional mews houses.

This housing development required a retaining wall solution but presented challenges in terms of limited space and existing services. Two retaining walls were required at the sides of the entrance to Nicholls Lane housing development. While a Geogrid Reinforced Backfill method was appropriate for the Secura Grand retaining wall on the righthand side of the development, the retaining wall on the left was met with the challenges of limited space and existing services. The highway boundary limited the amount of space available to construct the retaining wall on the left- hand side. The existing services present within the retained soil caused further complexities. On this occasion minimising excavation was crucial due to the services within the retained soil. Efficient use of land was vital as the Secura wall didn’t have the room at the back for geogrid or for no-fines concrete backfill. It was desirable that both walls at the sides of the entrance looked the same despite their different conditions.

Coventry is a city of movements; for struggling workers, for women, for political reformers, for ravers, for refugees. The UK's motor city. The UK's bicycle city. A center of the UK's watchmaking trade. A City of Culture that uses its past to forge its future. Coventry Moves! Its Upper Precinct was a very concrete heavy city center, partly because of the style at the time, and partly out of necessity to ensure it could be re-built as quickly as possible after the Blitz damage. The project had access to a partial fund of £7.75 million from the Government’s Local Growth Fund through Coventry and Warwickshire Local Enterprise Partnership (CWLEP) as part of the overall £11.8 million scheme. The package of works included; the installation of enhanced paving, street furniture, lighting, water features, planting, and the restoration of the historical Levelling Stone monument that was originally placed to commemorate the re-build of Coventry after the 1940-1942 enemy attacks. With the initial removal of the 'big green elevator' and huge concrete, once considered an eyesore, a clear view of the cathedral can now be seen, a view that has not been enjoyed since the 1970s. Almost every design element of this project included natural stone of some sort, making the relationship between the contractor Eurovia, the City Council, and BBS as the supplier, vital to complete each task on time and on budget. The circular shaped 'show stopping' water features created in a combination of both Italian Porphyry and Portuguese buff granite - a place where many people are often seen enjoying the weather. The benches and planters created in Portuguese buff granite, none of which barely had the same two pieces throughout, putting the pressure on BBS to individually CAD each and every one. The project covering the entirety of the Upper Precinct and continuing on Market Way, and Smithfield way, saw the complete removal of everything in situ and replaced with an unrecognizable scenery. All in time for Coventry Moves the City of Culture event.

Our White Stone Impervia® Marble Tile is 100% waterproof and is finished to a commercial grade. This tile also has an MGO core and is reinforced with tough fibreglass for stability and durability which also means it's fireproof.Some of the benefits of our White Stone Impervia® Marble Tile include:The rigid core helps to prevent warping when exposed to moisture.Great at resisting damage from impacts like high heels and heavy objects.

PROJECT: KEW BRIDGELOCATION: LONDONMATERIAL: GRCFINISH: CANTERBURY/BLACKMAIN CONTRACTOR: DWG GROUP

PROJECT: BLACKWALL REACHLOCATION: LONDONMATERIAL: GRCFINISH: PORTLANDMAIN CONTRACTOR: HILLS PARTNERSHIPS

PROJECT: STUDENT CASTLELOCATION: BRIGHTONMATERIAL: GRCFINISH: PORTLANDMAIN CONTRACTOR: HENRY CONSTRUCTIONARCHITECT: HASSELL STUDIO

1 Bartholomew Lane is a high quality new development in the City of London, located directly opposite the Bank of England.

The redevelopment and extension to the Grade II listed BBC Broadcasting House was a major development in the heart of London’s West End which was undertaken in two phases.

The garden, which grew out of the dark days following September 11th 2001, is helping to revitalize one of Lower Manhattan's most historic areas, celebrating the long-standing ties between the United Kingdom and the United States whilst honouring the 67 British victims of the World Trade Centre attacks.The British Memorial Garden is intended both as a living memorial and as a place of solitude, comfort and reflection, a truly British garden drawing from the many wonderful elements of the historic gardens of Britain.

The new monument based in London’s Green Park will commemorate the 55,573 crew members of the RAF's Bomber Command who were killed between 1939 and 1945.The memorial, which was completed in 2012 ahead of the Queen's Jubilee celebrations, was designed by Architect Liam O'Connor, who is best known for the Armed Forces Memorial in Staffordshire.

Architect: Frank Shaw AssociatesMain Contractor:  John Turner Construction GroupInstaller: Cubic FacadesLancaster Community Fire and Ambulance station was the first purpose built integrated fire and ambulance station in Lancashire. Designed by Frank Shaw Associates the project involved the construction of a new appliance bay while the facility remained fully active. Accommodating 2 fire engines, 7 ambulances and the North West Blood Bikes team. The bays are clad in Aztec Rainscreen faced with Peakmoor Sandstone in keeping with the area.Completed in September 2018 the stations Aztec cladding was fixed by Cubic Facades and has had excellent reviews including a commendation at the Lancaster & District Design Awards 2019.

A stunning home in a gated area completely transformed their driveway Vuba's Resin Bound Surfacing in Carthage Stone.Who are Vuba Resin? We’re a team of award-winning inventors, manufacturers and pioneers in the Trade and DIY Resin market.Established in 2009, we’ve spent the last decade formulating and developing an innovative range of resin surfacing products. Customer service and product quality are at the heart of what we do. With new resin products coming out all the time, launching in new and expanding resin markets, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the Vuba resin revolution.

A small patio area is a great example of how Vuba Resin Bound Surfacing can transform your garden, using Vuba's Charleston Stone blend.Who are Vuba Resin Bound? We’re a team of award-winning inventors, manufacturers and pioneers in the Trade and DIY Resin Bound market.Established in 2009, we’ve spent the last decade formulating and developing an innovative range of resin Bound surfacing products. Customer service and product quality are at the heart of what we do. With new resin bound products coming out all the time, launching in new and expanding resin bound markets, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the Vuba resin revolution.

A grand driveway area is a great example of how Vuba Resin Bound Surfacing can transform the front of your house, using Vuba's Petra Stone blend.Who are Vuba Resin Bound? We’re a team of award-winning inventors, manufacturers and pioneers in the Trade and DIY Resin Bound market.Established in 2009, we’ve spent the last decade formulating and developing an innovative range of resin Bound surfacing products. Customer service and product quality are at the heart of what we do. With new resin bound products coming out all the time, launching in new and expanding resin bound markets, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the Vuba resin revolution.

A creative use of Vuba Resin Bound Surfacing in Canyon Stone colour to create a driveway, steps and pathway around this house! A very modern look complimenting the existing colouring of the house.Who are Vuba Resin? We’re a team of award-winning inventors, manufacturers and pioneers in the Trade and DIY Resin market.Established in 2009, we’ve spent the last decade formulating and developing an innovative range of resin surfacing products. Customer service and product quality are at the heart of what we do. With new resin products coming out all the time, launching in new and expanding resin markets, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the Vuba resin revolution.

Situated between Ludgate Circus and St Pauls, this £260 million new build forms a new focal point. With the neighbouring buildings in mind, our Jordans Basebed was selected for the internal wall linings due to its characteristics.

Client: Stockport Metropolitan Borough CouncilArchitect: BDPMain Contractor: Wates ConstructionInstaller: Range RoofingRedrock Stockport is a 10 screen cinema, retail and restaurant space and a multi-storey car park. Designed by BDP and delivered by Wates Construction the Aztec Ventilated Façade with Cebecca Limestone was installed by Range Roofing.

Following a year-long transformation, in September 2021, the ribbon was finally cut on the newly-pedestrianised Greenfield Crescent, in Edgbaston Village.Representatives from a host of nearby businesses came to watch CEO of Calthorpe Estates, Haydn Cooper, and Sir Euan Anstruther-Gough-Calthorpe to officially open the streetscape.Working with Birmingham City Council, Calthorpe Estates, and McPhillips has seen a new streetscape created to help set Edgbaston Village apart, with high quality public realm areas, easier pedestrian access and reduced traffic.With a vision to create a greener, safer and more accessible Edgbaston Village, the newly designed area has new high quality granite surfaces, planters and planting, festoon lights and upgraded signage, which will enhance access to local businesses, bring to life an improved and more convenient leisure location for those living, working and visiting the area to enjoy.Granite included the BBS Toranja Rosa (pink), Gris Sombrio (medium grey), and Blanco (silver grey) all indigenous to Portugal where the stone was also cut to specification. Haydn Cooper, Chief Executive of Calthorpe Estates said, “We open Greenfield Crescent at an exciting time for Edgbaston. The transformation of Greenfield Crescent was a result of successfully working in partnership with Birmingham City Council to deliver a high quality public realm area, which saw Calthorpe Estates invest significantly in the project. Our ambitions have not stopped here – we are improving the walking route to the Edgbaston Village Metro station over coming months and are delivering a popular Artisan Market along Greenfield Crescent to make the location accessible for all.”Edgbaston Village is already home to a variety of award-winning independent restaurants, cafes, bars and shops, including the Michelin-starred Simpsons, The High Field and Loki Wine, which have just been joined by LUX gallery. Recent plans unveiled by Calthorpe Estates showed the potential for even more al fresco dining and shopping options in the area, all of which will be made increasingly accessible following the creation of the new Edgbaston Village Metro stop, set to open at the end of 2021 along with Chapter restaurant & bar and KIN Homes on Greenfield Crescent.

As the oldest building on Newcastle University's campus, The Armstrong Building has an iconic status. Grade II listed and steeped in history. A setting perfect for the Westfield Yorkstone, which was supplied to this project in the form of both paving and setts, in a multitude of plan sizes.