Wallis, Gilbert & Partners’ iconic Hoover Building enters its next chapter of life as a residential complex.
The art deco building was constructed in 1931, and since then has served as the Hoover factory (where it also produced aircraft parts during the Second World War) and a commercial and office location for Tesco.
Transdisciplinary architecture and engineering practice Interrobang carefully considered the building’s heritage in the structural overhaul.
All of the staircases are original, finished in the original colour scheme and featuring wrought-iron bannisters.
The building became Grade II* listed, described in the list entry as ‘Possibly the most significant arterial road factory of its date, and one of the most attractive.’
Spiral staircases lead to the 12 lofts on the new third level.
Many of the second-level flats overlook the lawn via private terraces.
The building’s concrete façade suffered extensive cracking over the years, requiring detailed forensic paint analysis for refinishing and repair.
The building’s exterior also features a colour palette reflective of the original.
The loft apartments make use of the sloped ceilings, with large windows providing fantastic lighting
The latest Hoover appliances are fitted into every apartment.
Loft bedrooms benefit especially well from the larger windows
Modern interiors juxtapose the building’s exterior, respectively giving the building new life after being vacated for a decade.
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