Case Studies

Gilston Road - Completion Jan 2027

26 Gilston Road is a notable property located in London's SW10 area, known for its association with fashion icon Tom Ford. The house has been on and off the market, with its last sale in 2021 for £12,500,000. It was sold for £2,250,000 in 1997 and again in 2009 for £8,500,000. The property has undergone significant renovations, with plans for a total redesign, increasing its internal area from over 3,700 square feet to just under 5,300 square feet. The current estimated market value is around £12,699,000. Materials are specialist and shipped and crafted in Germany for precision engineering.

HM TREASURY

Whitman’s Building Services has supported Equans on HM Treasury projects for over five years, delivering a wide range of fit out and refurbishment works across multiple high profile government premises throughout London. Our scope has included windows, fire stopping, roofing, internal and external works, and plumbing, all delivered as part of planned project work programmes. Operating within sensitive, operational buildings has required a consistently high standard of workmanship, compliance, and discretion.

Notable projects include window and roofing works at Whitehall, alongside extensive paving works at Southbank. Across all locations, our teams have worked collaboratively with Equans to meet strict security, programme, and quality requirements, while ensuring minimal disruption to building users. This long term partnership reflects our ability to deliver reliable construction services within complex, live environments.

pursers cross

Whitman’s Building Services completed a full residential refurbishment at Pursers Cross in Fulham, transforming the property from top to bottom to meet the individual specifications of the tenants. This private residential project was carefully managed to ensure every finish aligned with the client’s personal choices, from materials through to final detailing.

The works included painting and decorating, new flooring throughout, a fully fitted kitchen, and refurbished bathrooms. Attention to detail was central to the project, with a strong focus on quality finishes and clear communication throughout the build. The result was a complete, high quality refurbishment that reflected the tenants’ vision and delivered a comfortable, modern living space.

brookover barns

Brookover Barns is a complete construction project delivered for a repeat developer client in Frome, Somerset. The client specialises in high end Airbnb rentals, and Whitman’s Building Services was appointed to construct two contemporary barns designed to offer premium short stay accommodation. The development was delivered from the ground up, with our team managing all aspects of the build.

Each barn provides accommodation for up to eight guests, with four spacious super king, en suite bedrooms. The open plan living area features a brand new, fully equipped kitchen, stylish dining space, a large sofa for relaxing, and a wood burning stove. Bi fold doors open onto a private garden with outdoor furniture, a wood fired hot tub, and open countryside views beyond. The completed barns combine thoughtful layout, quality craftsmanship, and durable finishes suited to high use holiday accommodation.

Leander Club

Whitman’s Building Services carried out extensive renovation works at Leander Club in Henley on Thames, one of the most prestigious rowing clubs in the world and a renowned events venue. Founded in 1818, Leander Club has a remarkable sporting heritage and has produced world class athletes, winning 159 Olympic and Paralympic medals since 1908, including 62 gold medals.

The renovation works were delivered with careful consideration for the building’s history, status, and ongoing use. Our team worked to a high standard to enhance and modernise the facilities while respecting the character of this iconic venue. The project demonstrates our ability to deliver complex refurbishment works within landmark buildings that demand exceptional quality and attention to detail.