Spitbank Fort, Solent

  • Three floor 50m diameter island property without main service utilities connections
  • Conversion of an iconic scheduled Ancient Monument into a luxury escape and corporate venue
  • Inaccessible other than by sea – Months of design co-ordination – Site visits – Surveys – Planning
  • Careful installation planning to conserve the existing building features
  • Multiple generator distribution, with heat exchangers and heat recovery
  • Cold water storage from existing well
  • Services mainly concealed in floor voids
  • Sewage treatment plant
  • Renewable energy sources
  • Corrosion-proof luminaires and accessories to counteract the aggressive maritime environment
  • Winner of RIBA Conservation Design award and prestigious Local award