UCL has recently completed a significant refurbishment of its front facade, featuring Portland natural stone cladding.
We were entrusted by our partners at Gilbert-Ash to design, supply, and install the natural stone cladding for this project. All stonemasonry components for the building were crafted in our factory located in Saintfield, Northern Ireland. For a project of this nature, Portland natural stone was the clear choice, being the only material worthy of such an esteemed refurbishment.
The Faculty is situated in Bentham House, located on Endsleigh Gardens, which is a Grade II listed building just a short walk from the main UCL campus. Constructed between 1954 and 1958, the building showcases an exquisite Georgian architectural style.
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The UCL Faculty of Laws, part of The University of London, boasts a rich history that dates back to 1827. It is notable for its pioneering approach to inclusion; it was the first university in England to admit students regardless of their religion and the first to allow women to study on equal terms as men, ultimately conferring the first law degrees to women in England.
Throughout the process, we faced and successfully overcame numerous challenges associated with remodelling an active university campus located in a conservation area. Today, this project is a proud addition to our portfolio of renowned properties in central London.
Dean of UCL Laws, Professor Dame Hazel Genn, regarding this project said : “Bentham House has been the Faculty’s home for almost 50 years and this exciting project marks an important moment in our history. The new development retains the history of Bentham House while offering modern facilities which reflect our position as a world-leading centre for legal education and scholarship.”
