Grade I listed heritage site

We collaborated closely with architects, designers, consultants, and the client to deliver a suite of lift installations, taking into accountability the design, functionality, and compliance. The result was a set of some of the finest lifts we have ever installed.

The project included four lifts across three different locations—each with its own unique design challenges.

Lift 1:

For the first lift, we worked alongside a specialist joinery company to incorporate handcrafted timber from the surrounding area into our platform lift. Great care was taken to accommodate the routing of lift controls and safety circuits while ensuring that nearly all visible elements of the lift were constructed from solid timber. This approach maintained full compliance and ensured smooth, reliable operation, all while celebrating the craftsmanship of the joinery.

Lifts 2 & 3: 

Lifts two and three were installed in the grand entrance of a public area. To preserve the aesthetic of the space, we fabricated custom railings that mirrored the existing architecture and fitted each lift with bespoke brass handrails. The finished results are visually striking, maintaining symmetry within the area and blending in perfectly as if they were always part of the original design.

Lift 4: 

Lift four presented the most significant challenge. We delivered an oversized platform lift designed to provide public access to the building. With a travel height of 3 meters and a platform measuring 2,500mm wide by 1,500mm deep, we had to overcome spatial constraints while maximizing functionality.

The design was inspired by a historic cast iron railing found elsewhere on the site, dating back several centuries. We created detailed molds and cast exact replicas of the railing in lightweight aluminum, allowing us to combine traditional aesthetics with modern performance and accessibility.