THAMES & NEWCASTLE SECURES CONTRACT TO REFURBISH 6,000 SQ FT LUXURY HOME
THAMES & NEWCASTLE SECURES CONTRACT TO REFURBISH 6,000 SQ FT LUXURY HOME Thames & Newcastle has been awarded a contract to extend and upgrade a 6,000 sq ft residential property in Chigwell, Essex. The 30-week design-and-build project will see the contractor oversee architectural and structural services while delivering a full refurbishment and external improvements. The […]
FIVE MINUTES WITH: NATALIE ALLEN
FIVE MINUTES WITH: NATALIE ALLEN Celebrating a decade with Thames & Newcastle this year, Natalie heads up our Property Management & Aftercare Services division. Having always had an interest in the family business, she was inspired to join the team in 2015 to help clients maximise their investments and keep their homes running smoothly. Can […]
BUILDING A BRIGHT FUTURE IN ARCHITECTURAL JOINERY
BUILDING A BRIGHT FUTURE IN ARCHITECTURAL JOINERY After leaving school aged 16, Tommy Young joined Thames & Newcastle as an apprentice architectural joiner. Now studying towards a Level 2 qualification in Carpentry and Joinery at New City College, he’s laying the foundations for a successful career in a high-demand area of construction. Here, he shares […]
REFLECTING ON 2024: CHALLENGES, TRIUMPHS, AND NEW AVENUES
REFLECTING ON 2024: CHALLENGES, TRIUMPHS, AND NEW AVENUES Our commercial director Stanley Leask reflects on the highs and lows of 2024 plus the opportunities that lie ahead. There’s no denying that 2024 has been another challenging year for construction. Post-Covid, labour and material shortages have continued to cause headaches along with ongoing planning backlogs. At […]
FIVE MINUTES WITH: DANIEL JOSEPH
FIVE MINUTES WITH: DANIEL JOSEPH Our workshop manager, Daniel Joseph, gives an insight into our inhouse joinery department, his path into the trade and most memorable projects. Why did you decide to train as a joiner? I initially wanted to be a veterinarian or architect. However, my grandad and uncles worked as a carpenter, joiners […]
THAMES & NEWCASTLE OVERHAULS GEORGIAN FAMILY HOME
THAMES & NEWCASTLE OVERHAULS GEORGIAN FAMILY HOME Thames & Newcastle has completed the transformation of an historic Georgian property in Hampstead Heath, London. Working in partnership with architects Corstorphine & Wright, Thames & Newcastle delivered the project to a high standard and within time, refurbishing the home inside and out. The rear of the property […]
NO STANDING STILL
NO STANDING STILL Our commercial director Stanley Leask discusses construction industry challenges, the need for change and how Thames & Newcastle is responding. The demise of ISG serves as a stark reminder of the challenges of working in construction. In recent years, a combination of factors has collided to clog the gears of progress and […]
FIVE MINUTES WITH: DAN FORD
FIVE MINUTES WITH: DAN FORD Our Construction Director, Dan Ford, gives an insight into his journey into construction and his varied role at Thames & Newcastle. When and how did your construction career start – and was it your plan to always work in the industry? My father has always worked in construction, so I’ve […]
FROM THE GROUND UP
FROM THE GROUND UP Thames & Newcastle’s Commercial Director Stanley Leask discusses what makes a successful basement project and the benefits of in-house expertise. As one of the most complex elements of construction, basement projects demand specialist skills. If not managed correctly, the work can create delays while compromising quality. To avoid these issues and […]
WALCOT SQUARE MEWS
WALCOT SQUARE MEWS Client: Walcot FoundationContract Value: £4.1MArchitect: FORMstudio The BriefLondon charity, the Walcot Foundation, wanted to maximise the rental potential of a site located close to the Imperial War Museum in Lambeth and within the Kennington Conservation Area. The aim was to generate rental income which could be used to fund grants for poverty […]