“Welcome to December 2021 edition of the Old War Office Construction Newsletter, providing an update on the works taking place behind the hoarding at 57 Whitehall
Overview of Progress in November 2021
We continue to implement measures to control the risk of C-19.
The external façade restoration / alterations continue. Scaffold erection will continue around building on Whitehall and Whitehall Place, with Whitehall elevation almost completed.
Installation of new Portland stone continues at roof level.
The internal fit out of the Hotel guestrooms is proceeding to plan.
Fit Out of the 85 residential apartments is proceeding to plan.
Work is proceeding to plan to fit out of the Hotel Spa.
Mechanical and electrical service installation works are ongoing within the Plant Rooms located in the basement levels. Works continue with the installation of the passenger and goods lifts including the new Car lifts.”
Upcoming Works – December 2021
The site remains very busy and key items and dates for elements of works for December 2021 are as follows:
- Ongoing works inside the building for Fitout of hotel and residences.
- There will be a trial hole to the security barrier on the corner of Horse Guard and Whitehall place, this was programme for last month but did no take place.
- Ardmore will carry on works in the lightwells at street level.
- Site will close for the festive holiday from the 23rd December 2021 to the 4th January 2022