JOHN SMITH AWARD FOR CRAFTSMANSHIP - WINNER
AWARDS 8

THE PUMP HOUSE, KENSINGTON GARDENS

Architect: Gilmore Hankey Kirke

Copper Contractor: Mr Chris Johnson/JH & RR Mundy (Roofing Supplies) Ltd

Main Contractor: David Ball Restoration

Owner: The Crown

 

Originally constructed in 1861, this listed loggia building designed in the Italiantate Renaissance style forms the focal point of the Italian Gardens. As part of a repair programme, the almost flat copper roof was replaced using revised detailing to avoid failures to the substrate previously encountered. The resulting work, carried out using traditional details and techniques, demonstrates exemplary craftsmanship and care. In particular, the judges recognised consistently exceptional quality even with the most taxing areas such as corner up-stands, drips and flashings