Orsett Mews, Westminster

Scope of works

• Clear the working area of loose debris, vegetation, rubble and redundant materials.
• Carefully remove the existing temporary support props and associated obstructions as required.
• Carefully dismantle and remove the existing deteriorated/damaged brick piers, taking care to avoid damage to the adjoining boundary walls and surrounding structures.
• Remove all arisings from site and leave the area clean and suitable for the rebuilding works.
• Prepare suitable foundations and bases for the new piers where required.
• Construct new brick piers to match the existing surrounding brickwork, including matching the brick type, colour, bond, coursing and mortar finish as closely as practicable.
• Ensure the new piers are correctly aligned, level, plumb and suitably bonded into the existing walling.
• Reinstate any affected sections of wall and make good adjoining areas.
• Complete the works with appropriate pointing and finishing to provide a consistent appearance with the existing structure.
• Remove all surplus materials and waste on completion and leave the site clean and tidy.

Outcome

To safely clear the site and replace the existing piers with structurally sound new brick piers that match the appearance and character of the existing Orsett Mews brickwork, while maintaining the integrity of the adjoining walls.

Project team

• Main contractor: Axis Europe
• Client: Westminster