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Project: Washroom Refurbishment

Client: Oliver Kay
Location: Bradford
Programme Range: 3 weeks

Brief

Oliver Kay, a national fresh foods wholesale supplier and part of the Bidfood Group, appointed Hurst to deliver a comprehensive reconfiguration and refurbishment of their existing washrooms and staff breakout area at their northern hub in Bradford.

Hurst presented a proposal that met the client’s requirements and schedule while demonstrating a clear understanding of their budget. Our proven expertise in refurbishing washrooms within a live environment further reinforced our suitability for the project.

 

Result

As Principal Contractor, Hurst successfully oversaw all aspects of the fit-out project for both the washrooms and the staff breakout area, ensuring the work was completed to the client’s specified requirements, timeframe and budget.

The upgraded washroom facilities and redesigned layout significantly improved accessibility and functionality for site staff, ensuring a more efficient and user-friendly environment.

The enhanced breakout area created a welcoming space that positively impacted staff morale, offering an enjoyable area to relax and recharge between shifts.

Scope of Works

  • Strip out of existing washrooms
  • Re-configuration of existing washroom layout
  • Installation of new toilets, solid grade laminate (SGL) toilet cubicles and sanitaryware
  • Hygienic wall cladding
  • Upgraded vanity units, wash basins and hand dryers
  • Installation of new ceiling grid system
  • Co-ordinated M&E installations
  • Upgraded lighting and extraction systems
  • Strip out and replacement of existing kitchen units
  • Installation of new flooring and doors to washrooms and breakout areas

Challenges

Hurst faced on site challenges due to limited space and the need to maintain access to the warehouse throughout the project. This was essential to avoid disrupting the client’s operations.

The team had to carefully manage logistics and ensure minimal impact on the site’s daily activities, requiring close communication with the client to maintain smooth operations while completing the work.

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Solution

Hurst proposed a reconfiguration to the layout to maximise the existing washroom space, enabling additional cubicles to be installed. The refurbishment included new toilets, solid grade laminate (SGL)toilet cubicles, and sanitaryware, alongside installation of new ceilings, flooring and hygienic wall cladding, enhancing the overall hygiene and functionality of the space.

Hurst’s M&E team also upgraded the lighting and extraction systems, along with implementing a variation to the client’s heating system.

In the staff breakroom, the existing kitchen units were replaced, and new flooring and doors were installed, resulting in a more modern and functional space for site staff.