Bute House

Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Ltd delivered the refurbishment and extension of Bute House for Armstrong Watson Accountants, creating a modern office hub with capacity for 200 staff in Carlisle.
Bute House
Building
Commercial and Industrial

What We Delivered at Bute House

This project involved the renovation of existing office space and construction of a three-storey extension to form a new operations hub for Armstrong Watson Accountants. With capacity for 200 employees, the works included asbestos removal, full façade upgrades with 200mm insulated panels, M&E installation, solar panel integration, EV charging infrastructure, and complete external landscaping.

Client

Armstrong Watson Accountants

Project Completed

January 2023

Duration

65 Weeks

Value

Contract

JCT 2016
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Building services delivered at Bute House

Works Included:

  • Renovation of existing office building
  • Construction of new 3-storey extension
  • Asbestos removal
  • Installation of 200mm insulated cladding panels
  • Fire and cavity barriers
  • Mechanical and electrical upgrades
  • Solar panel installation
  • 4 EV chargers installed (infrastructure for 10 more)
  • External landscaping and hard surfacing
  • Atrium and lobby construction

Project Achievements:

  • Zero environmental incidents and no reportable accidents
  • Over 62% local contractor engagement (above KPI target)
  • Waste diversion from landfill exceeded 90%
  • Seamless integration of old and new building fabric
  • Careful coordination with surrounding businesses and stakeholders
  • Solar PV and EV infrastructure contributing to reduced carbon footprint