A Portfolio of Expertise

Our projects reflect more than a century of surveying expertise, supporting clients across residential, commercial, heritage, infrastructure and public sector developments. From complex refurbishment schemes and landmark developments to specialist consultancy assignments, each project demonstrates our commitment to delivering practical solutions, technical excellence and lasting value.

Explore a selection of our work to see how we help clients navigate challenges, manage risk and successfully deliver projects of every scale. These case studies showcase the breadth of our experience and the trusted partnerships we've built across the built environment.

RENAISSANCE

Client Consortium

BLB were appointed by Client Consortium to provide Project Management, Contract Administration & Cost Consultancy for a proposed new synagogue & mixed-use development in Hove.

The works comprised of demolition of existing buildings, new central synagogue, children’s nursery, classrooms to be shared with the neighbouring school, co-working & meeting spaces, café, underground car park, gym, 35 apartments & 10 mews houses.

The project required placing over 400 piles & removing 15,000 cubic metres of earth offsite, together with drilling eight 300m long piles for the ground source heat pumps, in the city centre.

SUSSEX HEIGHTS

The Sussex Heights Board

BLB were appointed as Project Manager, Building Surveyor, Principal Designer & Quantity Surveyor for the external façade refurbishment of this 334ft Brighton landmark. In turn, this has generated a requirement for Building Surveying services, undertaking internal condition surveys.

The works include stabilisation & repair of existing façade, followed by over-coating with a breathable elastomeric compound. There has been proposed scope to include window repairs & replacements in line with the current works.

BRIGHTON MARINA

Outer Harbour Development

BLB were appointed by Outer Harbour Development to undertake Cost Management & Quantity Surveying duties for the redevelopment of Brighton Marina. The new building comprised of 200 residential units, 7 commercial units & 300 car parking spaces, housed in a three storey car park below sea level.

The project involved the reclaiming of land upon which the building was to be constructed, through sheet piling & large reinforced concrete blockwork to secure a base for the podium deck.

RYE HARBOUR

Sussex Wildlife Trust

BLB were appointed by Sussex Wildlife Trust to provide Principal Designer duties to this project, comprising of a new build development of a visitor centre & education facility built on the flood plain at Rye, in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The new building included a reception area, educational & public rooms, retail & café space, catering facilities, offices & support facilities & toilets.

ROYAL GARRISON CHURCH

English Heritage

BLB were appointed by English Heritage to provide Quantity Surveying & Contract Administration services to restoration works undertaken at Royal Garrison Church in Portsmouth, a Grade II Listed Monument.

The project included consolidation works, masonry repairs to the ancient stonework, the introduction of a ramped entrance for visitors & the removal of the original, dilapidated screen & replacement with a bronze feature screen.

KNOLL YOUTH CENTRE

Brighton & Hove City Council

Officially titled the Weller Youth Centre, BLB were appointed by Brighton & Hove City Council to provide Quantity Surveying, Project Management & Principal Designer duties to deliver this scheme with the Hangleton & Knoll Project for the benefit of young persons living in the Hangleton & Knoll areas of the city. This new facility is the first of four pilot schemes across the country to be completed under the Youth Investment Fund programme. The centre comprises of two large multipurpose spaces, a Wellness Room, offices, kitchen & WC facilities, serviced by an air source heat pump & solar panelling to achieve key energy efficiency objectives.

As part of our gratitude for the invaluable work the Hangleton & Knoll Project provide to the community, we are proud to have sponsored the dedicated Wellness Room, providing specialist additional support to young persons.

LONDON RESIDENCES

Horn + Horne

BLB were appointed by Horn + Horne to provide a comprehensive range of professional services to deliver several new build & redevelopment projects across London.

The projects included demolition of existing structures & the new build of apartments & townhouses using integrated timber frame construction, alongside amenities such as bin & bike stores, gardens & communal spaces. The homes were fully fitted internally to a high specification, with landscaping design & energy efficiency considerations such as green roofing & photovoltaic panelling.

THE TUNNEL CLUB

American Express Community Stadium

BLB were appointed by The Community Stadium to provide Quantity Surveying & Contract Administration services for the creation of a Tunnel Club experience at the American Express Community Stadium football ground, home of Brighton & Hove Albion.

The works included the removal of existing seating, excavation of a 700m³ opening, installation of a kitchen slab & drainage alongside a supporting steel frame, following reinstatement of concrete terrace planks for spectator seating. Phase 1 was undertaken during the six week World Cup break, with Phase 2 subsequently creating a hospitality experience that takes fans to the heart of matchday operations within a glass-walled restaurant & bar area, running alongside the Players' Tunnel.