| Customer | Appliance City |
| Sector | Online Retailer |
| Building Usage | Storage |
| Location | Bunny, Nottinghamshire |
| Architect/Project | Midbrook Design |
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Project Timeline
- Works Commenced: February
- Groundworks: 3 months – Involved extensive excavation, installation of retaining walls, and preparation of concrete bases.
- Steel Building Construction: 2 months – Erection of the steel structure and integration with existing buildings.
- Car Park, Bollards, and External Works: 1 month – Included the installation of car park facilities, bollards, landscaping, and final site tidy-up.
The Task
Appliance City, a rapidly growing online retailer of kitchen appliances, faced a pressing need to expand their storage capacity to accommodate their increasing inventory. They turned to Midbrook Buildings to design and construct a steel-framed extension that would seamlessly integrate with their existing facilities in Bunny, Nottinghamshire.
Steel Building Specifications
- Width: 22 metres
- Length: 34 metres
- Eaves Height: 5.2 metres
- Ridge Height: 7.294 metres
- Roof Type: Dual Pitched
Challenges
This steel building project presented several challenges, a couple of these included:
- Integration with Existing Buildings: The new steel-framed building had to be carefully designed and constructed to fit between two existing structures on the site, requiring precise planning and execution.
- Complex Groundworks: Extensive groundworks were necessary due to the scale of the project, including significant excavation and the construction of retaining walls to support the new steel structure.
The Solution
Midbrook Buildings undertook detailed site surveys and mapping exercises to ensure the new steel-framed building would integrate seamlessly with the existing facilities. Our team of experts carefully planned and executed the groundworks, ensuring that all foundations and retaining walls were installed to the highest standards, providing a solid base for the steel structure.
The construction of the steel building itself was completed efficiently, with our team of skilled steel erectors working diligently to meet the project’s timeline. The final phase involved the installation of a new car park, bollards, and landscaping, ensuring the site was not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.
The Outcome
The completed steel-framed building has provided Appliance City with the much-needed additional storage space to support their expanding business. The project was delivered on time and within budget, with the new facility seamlessly integrating with the existing buildings on the site.
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- Laying the reinforcement mesh
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- The raft foundation is complete
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- The steel frame is erected and the access ramp to the roller shutter door is installed
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- Interior of the steel building is close to completion
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- The steel building is almost complete
Take a look at the project's journey and progress photos in this article
Client Feedback
Appliance City was highly satisfied with the process, noting how helpful and accommodating the team was. They appreciated the evident expertise and felt confident in the team's hands throughout the project!
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This case study highlights how Midbrook Buildings can effectively deliver complex steel-framed building projects, providing bespoke solutions for businesses in need of commercial steel buildings. Whether you're expanding or starting from scratch, our expertise ensures your project is in the best hands.