Contractor: McLaren Construction
Architect: Darling Associates
Commissioned to deliver the specialist joinery and architectural metalwork package for the landmark Ampersand Building at 180 Wardour Street. Working alongside the creative vision of Hingston Studio, our team was tasked with manufacturing a reception environment that functions as a high-impact piece of sculptural art, reflecting the building’s identity as a hub for London’s creative industries.
The centrepiece of this project is the extraordinary seven-metre-long reception desk, which our craftsmen meticulously constructed from one tonne of solid American oak. A defining technical challenge was the integration of hundreds of bespoke polished brass slats, precision-fitted into the oak to create a seamless, rhythmic aesthetic. This “3D expression” of the brand continues across the lobby, where we installed fine brass threads that radiate from the desk and span the walls, creating a sense of movement and architectural continuity.
Valued at approximately £500,000, this contract required the perfect marriage of heavy-duty timber construction and delicate metal engineering. The result is a multi-award-winning reception space that showcases our ability to execute bold, artistic designs with the technical rigour expected of a premium London commercial development.
