DC Architects
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE
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A multi-storey conservation-area office refurbishment delivering bright, contemporary workspace within a prominent historic building in the heart of Olney.
Bank House
Cobbs Court
Project Summary
Pauley Ltd was appointed for a second time by David Coles Architects (DCA) to deliver building works to their new offices at Bank House, Olney. The project involved the refurbishment and extension of a prominent former NatWest Bank building on the High Street, close to the market square and within the Conservation Area.
The brief focused on creating bright, spacious and flexible office accommodation across three floors, while carefully retaining the character of the historic building. Works included repairs and refurbishment to the building frontage, internal reconfiguration, and the introduction of modern services to support a growing architectural practice.
The completed offices provide high-quality studio, meeting and support spaces, and have been well received by the client and wider practice team.
Key Facts
Project type: Office refurbishment and extension
Client sector: Architectural practice
Location: Olney town centre
Projects delivered: Two separate office schemes
Building context: Former bank within a Conservation Area
Floors: Three
Role: Main Contractor
Pauley Ltd delivered refurbishment and fit-out works to create functional office environments.
Client: David Coles Architects (DCA)
Architect / Consultants: David Coles Architects. Client-led design, delivered by Pauley Ltd
Scope of works:
Refurbishment and repair of building frontage
Repairs to existing sash windows
Scaffolding to facilitate external works
Removal of the former bank safe to enable new layouts
Rear extension
New WC and shower facilities
Refurbishment of existing WCs
Open-plan offices and meeting rooms
Kitchen and staff facilities
Feature staircase
Bi-folding doors to external areas
Storage, server and printing rooms
Sustainability and building services:
Air conditioning
Air source heat pumps
Secondary glazing
Heat recovery ventilation systems
A-rated appliances
EPC rating achieved: B
Added value:
Repeat appointments by the same professional client
Careful delivery within a Conservation Area
Careful balance of heritage character and modern performance
High-quality finishes aligned with architectural studio use
Collaboration: Worked directly with the client team to deliver practical, well-finished office spaces aligned with their operational and design needs.
BUILDING WITH TRUST & TRADITION
FOR OVER 30 YEARS