We are thrilled to be awarded the IStructE Regional group award for Structural Excellence for our conservation work with the National Trust on their Grade 1 listed Oxburgh Hall.
Where dedicated teamwork and ingenuity ensured that complex remedial works could be undertaken to the roof of a landmark listed building structure, involving innovative temporary works constructed partially within the moat surrounding the property’ IStructE
The Raising the roof project was chosen as the IStructE winner recognising our innovative approach to the restoration of this beautiful building following the catastrophic collapse of one of the main dormers in 2016. The project presented some unique challenges requiring “back to first principles” engineering designs in conjunction with prototype testing for justification. This was particularly relevant to the innovative “articulated” scaffolding founded within the moat with numerous site and client constraints. The scheme was an ambitious project which has required a dedicated support team of experienced, sympathetic Engineers to overcome the numerous and often complex challenges.
Over the duration of the six-year project, we worked carefully and thoroughly to restore the building which was built in 1482, back to its original glory. We were incredibly proud to have been part of this prestigious and successful project which has received national recognition through the Nick Knowles hosted Heritage Rescue series on the Sky Discovery channel. Winning this award for Structural Excellence is an honour.
Goldsmith Street, Norwich – winner of the RIBA Stirling Prize 2019.
Rossi Long Consulting are extremely proud to be civil and structural engineers for this landmark development providing close to 100 Passivhaus homes.
The award recognises the huge significance of energy efficient housing stock and the commitment of Norwich City Council to this ambition. We have been involved with the project since 2014, so has been five years in the making but has been well worth it. The resulting housing development is stunning and we are delighted for all involved.
For further details please refer to the Goldsmiths Street Project Page.
Images courtesy of David Kirkham.
Peter O’Sullevan House has opened. The facility, named after the late racing commentator, is a rehabilitation and fitness centre for injured jockeys located in Newmarket, Suffolk, comprised of rehabilitation and physio treatment areas, a fully equipped gym, a hydrotherapy pool, training rooms furnished with state-of-the-art racing simulators as well as offices for The Injured Jockeys Fund charity.
The injured Jockeys Fund (IJF) provides support and charitable assistance to both amateur and professional racehorse riders and their families following an injury, long term incapacitation or just in general need. They also have the facilities to help jockeys face the demanding physical and mental risks of the sport.
The structure is predominantly formed in steel with elements of Glulam framing, notably to the external elevations. The complex roof arrangement is unfortunately concealed internally by services and finishes but can be appreciated from aerial views.
Peter O’Sullevan House is the third and most recent centre in the country provided by the IJF and was officially opened by Sir A.P.McCoy in October 2019.
Our charity golf day for 2019 dedicated fundraising for the proposed Priscilla Bacon Hospice and was a huge success. Teams from across the eastern counties gathered to enjoy a fantastic round at Bawburgh Golf Club to support the £12.5M appeal.
The day raised £4,500 for the charity. Mark Nicholas, CEO for Priscilla Bacon Hospice appeal was present to describe the proposals, said “We are thrilled that Rossi Long has chosen to support this appeal for a much-needed hospice. The Charity Golf Day is an act of leadership which we hope will inspire others to give.”
Many thanks to Mike Lloyd for organising the event, to all the guests who supported the charity and to Bawburgh Golf Club for hosting the day. Thanks also to Sam, Juliet and Vanessa for making the cakes which sold like, well…hot cakes – all for a great cause.