The Edge, Whitehaven
A Modern, Multi-Use Coastal Facility Delivered in Challenging Conditions
Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Ltd was appointed to design and build a flagship activity centre for coastal visitors. The facility includes 16 en-suite bedrooms, public toilets, changing and drying areas, a mezzanine café and performance space, and a scenic terrace area for marina users.
Works were undertaken over an extended programme due to COVID-19 delays, contaminated ground, and third-party utility diversions. A key cladding subcontractor going into administration midway required fast procurement of an alternative solution and renegotiation of warranties.
Despite these challenges, the scheme was delivered to a high quality, meeting sustainability and airtightness targets, and hosting visits from local schools and scout groups to support community engagement.
Works Included
- Design and build of a two-storey activity centre
- 16 en-suite bedrooms
- Drying rooms and public toilets
- Café area with mezzanine and stage
- External terrace overlooking marina
- ASHP and solar PV installation
- Underfloor heating and PIR insulation
- Coastal cladding and render systems
- Diversion of unidentified electricity supply
- Contaminated waste remediation
- Community engagement and site visits
Project Achievements
- Delivered within a highly constrained coastal site
- Target airtightness of 10 exceeded with 8.6 m³/h/m²
- Successful subcontractor switch with zero project termination delay
- Positive community involvement throughout construction
- Sustainable technologies incorporated for long-term low-carbon operation
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