30 Gresham Street
Architect/Designer:
Sidell Gibson
Client:
City of London Real Property Company
Main Contractor:
Sir Robert McAlpine
Completion Date:
2002
Portland Stone:
Bowers Basebed and Grove Whitbed
Situated in the centre of the City, the 30 Gresham Street project at its time was one of the largest speculative schemes, with a floor plate of similar dimensions to a football pitch.
Portland Stone was specified for the façades by the project’s architects at Sidell Gibson to be empathetic with the style and character of the surrounding buildings of the City of London.
Set on the corner, at the junction of Gresham Street & Milk Street, the design of the building’s exterior compliments the differing architectural styles of the two streets, whilst creating an exceptionally grand impression.
The project team visited Albion’s site to view the quarry and see the production process. Here, the range of the stone was agreed from Albion’s large Sample Panels.
Portland Bowers Basebed was selected for the externals of the new building to be in line with City of London Planning specifications.
As a fourth generation family business, Albion Stone takes pride in its knowledgeable and dedicated workforce. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques, we produce Portland Stone of the highest quality while minimising our environmental impact.
