The Wallace Collection

Built

This was a full-scale conservation and restoration of the front facade of the Wallace Collection, including repairs to the Portico, stonework and the restoration of existing features and elements.

NEW LONDON AWARDS 2020

Shortlisted in the CONSERVING category

A full-scale conservation and restoration of the front facade of the Wallace Collection, making it safe and watertight. The discovery of corroding metalwork within numerous locations, along with trapped moisture due to previous remedial works had led to the accelerated deterioration to the external fabric. The works consisted of repairs to the Portico to remove corroded metalwork, repairs to fractures in the stonework, restoration of existing features including nineteen stone balconies, window heads and brick arches, stucco cornice, stone balustrades, chimneys and many other existing elements.

Project information

Status

Built

Borough

Westminster

Completion

February 2020

Location

Hertford House, Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN, UK

Team Credits

Architect

Purcell