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Client: Barnes Construction

Sector: Hotels

Scope: Drylining & Suspended Ceilings including Steel Encasement

Location: Stratford, London

GA Interiors was appointed by Barnes Construction to deliver internal wall installations, steel encasement, and tape and joint finishes as part of the refurbishment of a 151-room Travelodge hotel in Stratford.

Internal works commenced on 27 January 2025, with completion achieved in line with the programme on 9 January 2026. The project required careful coordination, technical expertise, and consistently high standards of workmanship.

Scope of Works

• Drylining
• Steel encasement
• Suspended Ceilings

All works were delivered using Hadley Metal framing systems and British Gypsum boards, ensuring durability, compliance, and a superior final finish.

Challenges & Solutions

The refurbishment presented several challenges, including irregular building layouts, numerous wall returns and corners, and enhanced acoustic performance requirements on the top floor.

To achieve the specified acoustic standards, GA Interiors lined existing timber substrates with two layers of 15mm British Gypsum Soundbloc FireLine boards, followed by timber battens installed using an acoustic Isomoxa system. This approach successfully met performance requirements without compromising programme delivery.

Material logistics were effectively managed with the installation of a temporary goods hoist, created by Barnes Construction through a temporary building opening. This significantly improved material handling efficiency and supported steady progress across all floors.

Delivery & Programme

At peak periods, GA Interiors deployed up to 30 skilled operatives, working concurrently across first fix, second fix, and tape and joint finishing. Close collaboration between GAI and Barnes Construction ensured works were well coordinated, safely delivered, and maintained momentum throughout the project.