Queens Promenade Regeneration, Kingston.

Restoration of Lavatories, Queen’s Promenade, Kingston upon Thames

Client: Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames (RBK)

Project Team: Contractor – Cravencroft

Our Role: Project Manager & Contract Administrator

Project Details:

Our roles as contract administrator and project manager involved guiding the project from the planning application to the delivery. The Queen’s Promenade project is part of RBK’s wider regeneration initiative to revitalise the banks of the Thames. Delivered in collaboration with Queen’s Promenade Friends (QPF), a local charitable community group, the project focused on restoring and reimagining a Victorian riverside lavatory. The aim being to create a clean and functional facility for the public use.

Delivery and design

Partnering with RBK’s regeneration team, we played a pivotal role in reworking the original Victorian layout of the building. The redesign transformed the space to accommodate four cubicles instead of three. There is now one accessible and three unisex, as well as dedicated storage for cleaning staff and QPF volunteers.

The building’s exterior was brought to life with a mural by local artists Sunnie and Harriet of ninetyfiveprints. Their designs can also be seen on other nearby buildings along the promenade. This creative addition reinforces the community identity and heritage of the riverside location.

Challenges

While the works themselves progressed smoothly and we managed to get the project delivered within budget, an unexpected water leak further up the embankment delayed progress slightly. Close liaison with Thames Water was required to resolve the issue and ensure the building remained protected and fit for purpose.

Outcome

The project represents a successful collaboration between RBK, Queen’s Promenade Friends, local councillors, and the Chawton Hill team. Thanks to council funding and support, the building has been restored to serve the public once more, blending practical improvements with a celebration of local heritage.

Thank you to all on the project team for their collaboration and support. Should you need help on contract administration and project management please don’t hesitate to get in touch with one of the Chawton Hill team today.