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The Apiary, Ealing

KEY INFO

New Build
For Urbane London
81 En-suite Studios
MEP Services

The Apiary, located a stone's throw away from Ealing Broadway station, represents a beacon of co-living excellence. It showcases 81 sustainable, high-quality homes within a socially vibrant community with a strong emphasis on design quality.


These high-quality en-suite studios offer extensive amenity spaces, including a south-facing roof terrace, co-working space with full office facilities, dinner party club kitchens, and secure storage for 83 bikes.


Designed to balance privacy and community, The Apiary exudes warmth and hospitality, offering a co-living environment that fosters a sense of belonging. It's more than just a property; it's a testament to thoughtful design and community-centric living.



The development holds a BREEAM Very Good certification, underscoring its commitment to sustainability. Its eco-conscious features include an air source heat pump, photovoltaic panels, absence of gas services, biophilic design elements, and a private rooftop for residents, promoting well-being.



 

Key Services

Plant Room Services:

  • BMS System

  • Boosted Cold Water Services

  • Hot Water Services

  • Incoming Water Services

  • Water Tank Room

  • Chlorination and Flushing

Life Safety Systems:

  • Disabled Refuge and Toilet Alarm System

  • Evacuation Alarm

  • Fire Detection and Alarm

  • Dry Risers

  • Sprinkler System

  • AOV System

Electrical:

  • Access Control

  • CCTV System

  • Containment

  • Data

  • General Lighting

  • Internal Electrical Installation

  • Integrated Reception System

  • Lightning Protection

  • Low Voltage Distribution

  • Photovoltaic System

  • Small Power

  • Video Door Entry

Mechanical and Public Health:

  • Communal Ventilation

  • Residential Ventilation

  • Variable Refrigerant Flow

  • Above Ground Drainage

  • Sanitaryware

 

Challenges


The scope of works for the project encompassed a full M&E installation and commissioning. However, the project had sat dormant for several months due to the main contractor going into receivership. Although LMEP was contracted to carry out all of the M&E works under the original client, we encountered several issues.


Firstly, the small footprint for material storage posed a significant challenge. Additionally, the client inherited underperforming sub-contractors, which led to several complications. The poor material quality provided by other contractors impacted LMEP’s installation, necessitating additional effort to rectify these issues. Furthermore, the late installation of materials and services from other contractors affected our installation schedule. Disgruntled sub-contractors, frustrated by the loss of money due to the main contractor's receivership, added to the project's difficulties.


Financial constraints on the client side further complicated the situation. The plant room's insufficient space created additional challenges for the installation of necessary equipment. Outstanding design information delayed our progress, requiring constant updates and adjustments. Moreover, the late energisation of statutory services necessitated temporary solutions to ensure the project could continue without significant delays.


Navigating these multifaceted challenges underscored the importance of adaptability, proactive problem-solving, and effective collaboration in maintaining project continuity and achieving successful outcomes.
















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