The idea
Barons Court Project intends to add a new floor to its Day Centre by converting the loft space into an art studio for its HomeLess Made artists and community art classes. The room will also be used for its men's and women's group wellbeing activities.
The building project includes three rooflights on the front roof and two dormer windows on the new rear mansard extension, ensuring ample natural light. Storage space will be created for art materials.
A new staircase will be installed to facilitate access between the two floors.
We will extend the laundry room on the first floor to double the number of washes for rough sleepers.
Additionally, the existing art room and office will be converted into a second sitting-room and tranquil library space where guests can relax and read, fostering a welcoming environment for relaxation and community engagement. Installation of storage lockers for guests’ valuables.
What we'll deliver
- Convert loft space with mansard rear extension to create an additional floor.
- Install two dormer windows at the rear of the property and 3 rooflights to the front roof.
- New flooring, electrics, lighting and storage areas.
- Install spiral staircase to access loft.
- Rear extension of laundry room on first floor and create storage space.
- Transform existing art room & office into second lounge and quiet room/library.
Why it's a great idea
- To enhance our facilities to provide a home for those who do not have one, and for those who do not feel at home within themselves.
- Lay the foundations for the next 40 years to meet the needs of the homeless community.
- Art studio using natural light to support both creativity and mental wellbeing.
- Enable more Homeless Made artists to join the programme by offering a dedicated art space tailored to their needs.
- Generate additional revenue by increasing the volume of artworks produced for sale, benefiting both the artists and the organisation.
- Install an extra washer/drier in the expanded laundry room to double our capacity.
- Create cohesive community spaces, fostering inclusivity and meaningful connections among guests.
- Increase our seating capacity for guests by 45%.
Steps to get it done
- Appoint contractor.
- Preparatory work and demolition work completed.
- Construction work takes place.
- Work completed and new floor in use by guests.
- Installation of new fixtures and fittings on first floor and laundry room.
