Pavehall was commissioned to carry out the sensitive and historic refurbishment of this Hawksmoor landmark building, under the direction of renowned architect Maxwell Hutchinson, Past President RIBA.
Building Overview
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Architect: Sir Nicholas Hawksmoor
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Construction period: 1714–1729
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Designation: Grade A listed (ecclesiastical equivalent of Grade I)
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Survived partial destruction during the WWII Blitz (May 1941), including the iconic “pepper-pot” towers
Project Scope
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Historic refurbishment of the building fabric
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Major conversion of the crypt into an early learning centre for pre-school children serving the local parish and wider community
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Careful preservation of surviving walls and architectural features
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Retention of the building’s cultural and cinematic significance (featured in The Long Good Friday, 1980)
Key Highlights
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Sensitive integration of modern facilities within a heritage setting
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Works executed with attention to historical integrity and architectural detailing
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