SCOPE OF WORK

Ellmer Construction has been appointed as the main contractor to reconstruct 175–179 Oxford Street following a serious fire and the subsequent demolition of the original building, under a design and build contract.

The new building includes the formation of a deeper basement and the erection of a steel framed building with Portland stone and glass cladding to the front elevation and brickwork to the rear, forming 3 floors of retail space and 4 floors of commercial office space.

The retail space is being finished to a shell and core specification, whilst the offices will be fitted out ready for occupation.

Due to the restrictions associated with this location, access for all personnel, plant and materials has to be through the back of the building.

Work commenced in November 2008 and is on schedule for completion at the end of 2009.