Monday, 16 May 2011

Nailsea Tithe Barn


The conservation of the 15th Century Nailsea Tithe Barn is now complete.
Specialist conservation Architects 'Architecton' of Bristol were the designers and the contractor was W. Coombes & Sons of Ilminster. The project manager was 'Prospect' of Banwell and Oculus Building Consultancy were the Approved Inspectors. The completed refurbishment of this Grade II listed building is now available for a range of community uses including meetings, concerts, wedding receptions, group meetings and community projects. Oculus wish the trustees, Nailsea Town Council all the very best for the future.

Friday, 6 May 2011

Considerate Constructors Awards 2011

As the Approved Inspector Oculus take some pride in being associated with the following contractors who received Considerate Constructors awards at recent ceremonies held in March and April 2011.

Most Considerate Site Runner Up
Laing O'Rourke Wales & West Ltd for their work on Minehead Community Hospital which was designed by DKA Architects, Bath
Gold Award
Laing O'Rourke Wales & West Ltd for their work on South Petherton Community Hospital which was designed by DKA Architects, Bath
Silver Award
Kier Western for their work on Bridgewater College Energy Skills Centre designed which was also designed by DKA Architects, Bath
Silver Award
Leadbitter for their work on a residential development at Cambrian Drive Yate in Bristol designed by Quattro Architects, Bristol.