Robinson Kenning & Gallagher are pleased to share a Historic and Local Celebration that is upcoming very shortly, The 95th Anniversary of Amy Johnson flying solo from Croydon Airport to Australia, this event will be held at Airport House, Purley Way, Croydon CR0 0XZ on 3rd and 4th May 2025.
St. Erth Station, Cornwall. Site Update.
The installation of the new lifts and bridge by BAM Nuttall at St. Erth Station, Cornwall is progressing well. The platform bridge link is now in place and it won’t be long before the first passengers are enjoying the new facilities.
Bristol Temple Meads Station, Site Update
Works to deliver a new pedestrian only entrance at Bristol Temple Meads Station for Network Rail are progressing well.
Below is a link to a recent Bristol City Council/West of England Combined Authority (WECA) article regarding the new entrance.
Finsbury Park Station new swing gate
Canopy refurbishement works have just completed by Capel C.S Ltd at Burnham-on-Crouch Station for Greater Anglia. The project, completed without the closure of the station included removing all old roof coverings and timber edge trims from the canopy, including adjoining lead flashings, fascias, ceiling soffit boards and substructure ceiling supports, then repairing and replacing them as required.
The canopy’s gutter was also replaced, and new roof coverings, facias and mouldings installed to return the canopy to its former glory.
Burnham-On-Crouch Canopy Refurbishment
Canopy refurbishement works have just completed by Capel C.S Ltd at Burnham-on-Crouch Station for Greater Anglia. The project, completed without the closure of the station included removing all old roof coverings and timber edge trims from the canopy, including adjoining lead flashings, fascias, ceiling soffit boards and substructure ceiling supports, then repairing and replacing them as required.
The canopy’s gutter was also replaced, and new roof coverings, facias and mouldings installed to return the canopy to its former glory.
Bristol Temple Meads Station, New Entrance
RKG are working alongside Network Rail and BAM Nuttall to deliver a new pedestrian only entrance at Bristol Temple Meads Station. The new entrance will link directly to the existing Isambard Kingdom Brunel designed Grade 1 Listed station and forms part of a wider strategy to redevelop the ‘Temple Quarter’ as part of a new campus for the University of Bristol. After a delicate planning process Approval has been granted and works have begun on site.
RKG 50th Anniversary
Robinson Kenning & Gallagher are pleased to announce its 50th anniversary (1971 -2021).
RKG were originally set up by Peter Robinson, Brian Kenning and Neil Gallagher in December 1971. In the capable hands of Peter Robinson, Derek Todd, Ray Hartley and Terry Ribbens the Practice grew from a solely Architectural base with the addition of Building Surveyors. RKG is now being led by its third generation of Partners; Kevin Stocker and Mark Powell and continues to enjoy success, working on new build and refurbishment projects across many sectors; transportation, industrial, commercial, health, historic buildings, ecclesiastical and residential.
The Lodge, Carshalton - UPDATE
RKG are pleased to announce that the exciting Lodge Project has reached Practical Completion, RKG provided Architectural Services and Employers’ Agent Duties throughout all RIBA stages of the development Including Feasibility, Planning, Building Regulations & obtaining a 10 Year Structural Warranty.
Taplow Refurbishment COMPLETED
RKG are pleased to share photographs of the newly completed refurbishment of Taplow Station, Maidenhead. The project for MTR working with Contractors Capel (C.S) Ltd. involved a complete overhaul of the booking hall, ticket office, welfare facilities and passenger toilets. Additionally it included a new remote gateline/ticket facility on Platform 1.
Game Box Arrives
Given the somewhat strange world events of 2020, we at Robinson Kenning & Gallagher are certainly looking forward to 2021! We have a feeling 2021 is going to be many things that 2020 won’t be remembered for such as being fun and engaging. On that note, back in 2019, we were involved in a Planning ‘Change of Use’ Application with Southwark Council. Our Client (now known as ’Electric Gamebox’) were looking for new premises and a refurbished Arch Unit let by Arch Co. (83 Scoresby Street) caught their eye.
4 - 8 Russell Hill, Croydon
RKG are pleased to share the great progress being made at 4-8 Russell Hill, a new 30 unit residential project in Purley, Croydon. Hopefully it won’t be long now before the first residents are happily settled in their new homes.
Great Arthur House, London
Robinson Kenning and Gallagher have been appointed by Butler & Young Associates to produce a Heritage Statement as part of a Listed Building Application for one of the most important post war housing developments in Britain - Great Arthur House, Golden Lane Estate.
Amersham Station Update
RKG are pleased to share an update on our Amersham Station Step-Free Access Project with Bam-Nuttall and Taylor Woodrow for TFL. The lift towers and bridge assembled as modular units prior to installation minimising working at height and temporary works. All steelwork installed in 4 nights resulting in no disruption to Metropolitan or Chiltern Railway Services. Increasing accessibility across London Undergrounds Network.
LHC/Southwark Council Framework
We are pleased to announce Robinson Kenning & Gallagher have been awarded a place on the Architect Design Services Framework, run by LHC/Southwark Council.
London Fire Commissioners Warehouse now Operational
It's lovely see the new racking at the London Fire Commissioners Warehouse being put to good use, storing lifeboats and other vital fire-fighting equipment.
COVID-19 Statement
RKG would like to share our thoughts and best wishes to all during this difficult period. We are all experiencing events that are unprecedented during our lifetimes. During this time the health and welfare of our employees and their/our families is of paramount importance. We are however open for business. Below is a statement highlighting the RKG operating procedure until further notice:
New Bar/Cafe, Waterloo Station
Following RKG’s concept proposals for Waterloo (Station) Balcony becoming a reality and getting a grand reveal in the Architects Journal (AJ) will our latest concept for the Cabin Bar be heading in the same direction? RKG have been appointed for Grip Stages 1-8 on this exciting project.
Seasons Greetings
Robinson Kenning & Gallagher wish you all a very HAPPY CHRISTMAS and FANTASTIC NEW YEAR. See you all on the other side :)
Marcantonio Foods LTD.
Robinson Kenning & Gallagher are very pleased to announce that we have been employed by fit-out and interior refurbishment specialists ITC (https://www.builtbyitc.com/) to undertake the lead consultant and architectural working drawing package and on-site support for the warehouse, production, office and forecourt upgrade of Marcantonio Food Ltd. headquarters in Barking, East London.
Charity Go Karting Event 2019
Robinson Kenning & Gallagher were delighted to be invited back again by Network Rail to their Annual Go Karting event, held at Lakeside Karting in Thurrock, Essex, the event raised £3,500 for Scotty’s Little Soldiers and it was a pleasure to help support such a deserving charity.