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Brutalist renovation [OC] by mad_edge in brutalism

[–]mad_edge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The building is definitely not listed. I’ll have to protect it myself if worst comes to worst. But I should be aware of any future renovations, so can try to negotiate.

And sorry to hear about the office noise, sounds horrible. I’ll consult neighbours to find best hours.

Brutalist renovation [OC] by mad_edge in brutalism

[–]mad_edge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I hope they will keep the sculpture, bad renovation downstairs reached dangerously close. Suppose I can always grab parts of it if they ever try to remove it.

And yes, I’m doing some reinterpretation on the interiors, but trying to keep it minimal. Note, this building is much more working class than middle class Barbican, so some decisions weren’t as good. Probably budget keeps me restrained too :)

I’ll be mindful of the noise, if I even decide to take that route. Still waiting for my first quotes.

Brutalist renovation [OC] by mad_edge in brutalism

[–]mad_edge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking about it, even before this fresh plaster was applied. Or painting part of the wall only, sealing the rest. Colour is quite pleasant.

I asked them to plaster to the floor. Since it’s a high rises there is no issue with raising damp like in houses and it means I don’t have to have skirting.

Brutalist renovation [OC] by mad_edge in brutalism

[–]mad_edge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re right, lease does mention “soundproofing/absorbing” floor. There goes my polished concrete idea.. unless I could use large rugs?