Heritage Enablement for High-End Restaurant Fit-Out

Skof Restaurant, Hanover Building, Manchester

The Challenge:

Preparing a Grade II listed unit for a high-end restaurant fit-out—navigating heritage constraints, city centre logistics, and technical challenges within a tight timeframe.

The Solution

  • Heritage works: Façade and glazed brick restoration, sensitive structural adaptations
  • Technical problem-solving: Drainage, access, and floor level modifications
  • Logistics: Careful planning to minimise disruption in a busy city centre

The Outcome:

Delivered a high-quality, fully prepared shell on time and budget—enabling Skof’s successful launch and showcasing GK Construction’s heritage and fit-out expertise.

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    At a Glance

    Project:
    Landlord enabling works for restaurant conversion

    Location:
    Unit 3, Hanover Building, NOMA, Manchester

    Building Type:
    Grade II listed retail unit

    End User:
    Skof Restaurant

    Status:
    Completed

     

     

    Key Stakeholders

    Client:
    NOMA GP Ltd

    Main Contractor:
    GK Construction