Chelsea Barracks Phase 3a, West London
Chelsea Barracks Phase 3a, South West London Apartments Images, Qatari Diar Property UK
Chelsea Barracks Phase 3a
26 November 2021
Architect: PDP London
Location: Chelsea Barracks, southwest London, England, UK
Bricks: Wienerberger
photos courtesy of Brick Awards
Chelsea Barracks Phase 3a Award
Contractors Choice
Judges comments:
A fantastic example of clay brick work and traditional bricklaying skill, a real joy to see.
Described as ‘London’s most coveted neighbourhood’ the Chelsea Barracks scheme sets the standard for luxury living in the capital and is some of the most expensive real estate on earth.
At the heart of the development, set in new public realm by the historic Garrison Chapel, phase 3a includes a centrepiece restaurant, delicatessen and exclusive mews house.
The concept for the design was created by Ben Pentreath, known for his classical style of architecture, and William Smalley, known for his use of simple, quality materials and his understanding of craft combined with understated luxury.
This design was developed by PDP London from Stage 3 to completion with Arup as structural engineers in conjunction with main contractor, Mace, and specialist brickwork sub-contractor, Lesterose.
The intersecting cupolas form a classical colonnade which frame views to the chapel and out to one of the newly created garden squares. The Grade II listed chapel provides a link to the past as the former place of worship for the Coldstream Guards who were or...
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