Project Details

THE POPLAR HOTEL

East London

This project focused on the sensitive conversion of a magnificent Grade II Listed Victorian Gothic building into a luxury 37-bedroom hotel. The scope involved restoring original 19th-century features—including a grand central staircase and an 11-metre-high octagonal dome—while modernising the infrastructure to support 21st-century hospitality standards. Our delivery team ensured that all unique guest suites, restaurant areas, and leisure spaces met the high-spec requirements of a premium boutique hotel.

Restoring a landmark of this architectural significance required meticulous cleaning and repair of polychromatic brickwork and ornate Portland stone under strict conservation guidelines. We successfully integrated modern environmental measures, including high-tech acoustic insulation, intelligent lighting controls, and solar panels, without compromising the building’s historic fabric. The project was completed on time and within budget, ultimately receiving a nomination for an English Heritage Award for its technical precision.

Property Information

Sector : Hospitality / Heritage (Boutique Hotel)

Scope : 37 suites | Restaurant | Gym, spa | Meeting and function rooms

Contract : Design & Build

Status : Completed 2015

Architect : Synthesis Architecture

MEP Consultant : BSEC Ltd

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