Introduction

Ferguson Brown have been appointed by The Portland Square Ltd to
develop a scheme for the complete rejuvenation of the site into Student Accomodation.

The existing site comprises a cash and carry warehouse building together
with the Grade I listed buildings, 31 and 32 Portland Square, and the
adjoining gap site (formally 29 and 30 Portland Square and 1 Cave
Street). The scheme includes:

• Restoration of the 2 no. Grade 1 listed buildings, No.s 31 and 32 Portland Square.
• New terrace buildings in the gap site, No.s 29 and 30 Portland Square and 1 Cave Street.
• New student residential building facing Surrey Street.
• New student residential building facing Brunswick Cemetery Gardens

Design Considerations

• Utilities
• Potable Cold Water Provision
• Natural Gas Provision
• Heating and Hot Water Provision
• Drainage Provision
• Ventilation
• Air conditioning
• Small Power and Data
• Lighting
• Telecommunication
• Satellite / TV System
• Fire Alarm and Detection System
• Access Control

Client: The Portland Square Ltd

Architect: Noma Architects Ltd