Morgan Sindall Construction has initiated the subsequent phase of a £4.3m ($5.58m) restoration project at the Grade II-listed Southampton City Art Gallery in the UK.
The company, collaborating with Hampshire County Council and Southampton City Council, started the initial phase of the project last July.
This project will see roofing and refurbishment work carried out over various phases, with minimal disturbance to the connected civic facilities.
Under the first phase of the project, a single-span independent scaffolded roof system was installed over the West Wing Galleries.
This enabled the replacement of existing ventilation plants and roof lights while protecting the gallery’s national art collection.
The refurbishment works also included the installation of insulated asphalt roofing and the conservation of double-glazed roof lights.
In addition to the roofing improvements, a new air-conditioning system was fitted to maintain stable climate conditions year-round.
A sustainable ventilation system was incorporated with the city’s geothermal infrastructure, enhancing energy efficiency.
Morgan Sindall Construction area director Clifford Kinch said: “We are extremely proud be delivering this significant restoration project at Southampton City Art Gallery, which is about more than just repairs and upgrades – it’s about safeguarding a vital cultural landmark for future generations.
“The scale and complexity of the work, particularly the installation of one of the UK’s largest freestanding scaffold roof spans, showcases Morgan Sindall’s expertise in delivering intricate heritage projects with care and precision. It‘s fantastic to work alongside our partners to ensure Southampton City Art Gallery continues to inspire and engage visitors for years to come.”
The aforementioned West Wing phase is nearing completion and refurbishment will now commence on the main and East Wing galleries, including reglazing works.
Recently, Sciontec chose Morgan Sindall Construction as the preferred contractor for the HEMISPHERE One laboratory and workspace development in Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter, England.
