Grand Designs Episode Information The Story: Bath Apprentice Store

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1. I would like to know in the spare room there was a pillow with dreams on it and also the art work. The picture on the show was fleeting but memorable and would like to know where I might be able to source these.

   Posted by sally on 24/06/2009 16:04:43

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2. i would like to know what the name of the lime mortar that was used on this building. i thought they said "tatchells"??? which is my surname. was a great show with amazing results.

   Posted by GREG on 24/06/2009 07:25:45

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3. I was wondering if anyone know the name of or where to get those fittings that join the wood beams together via a steel plate - I think they use a hex key. Thanks a lot

   Posted by Tobi on 24/06/2009 02:33:37

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4. It would be interesting to have the details of the conservation window supplier on the details, so that they could be contacted for detailed information of the limitations of their products. Could you plaese update the web page with this information Thanks

   Posted by Brian Ashpole on 24/04/2009 10:13:37

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5. I have been developing similar buildings for 15 years and there is no way they stuck to their budget! I feel somewhat cheated that we were not given the true figures even if it lead to some embarrassment. The buidling is beautifully designed and constructed (the professional fees had to have been a lot)and the true higher cost would not in anyway discount their acheivement with the project. However, I added up what I could realistically and conservatively put numbers to and can't even get close. Maybe the owners would be kind enough, (and honest enough) to set the record straight. It would be a shame to delude other people into thinking that they could do something similar for that kind of money. As to whether or not it should have been converted in the first place; absolutely! We should be recycling our old buildings (with sympathy and practicality in mind)not letting them crumble into dust. Without this conservation there are a lot of old buildings we would not have as part of the nations architectural and historical record. The piece of timber sticking out the end is, I assume, an old hoisting beam to get heavy materials to the first floor, from outside, relating to its previous use.

   Posted by Andrew on 18/02/2009 12:44:37

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6. What was the website used in the Bath Apprentice Store to find the derelict building? i think it was some sort of Derelict building register thats listed, but i can't find it. many thanks

   Posted by Laura Graham on 12/02/2009 10:47:56

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7. Tchap, I'm with you! There is no way this conversion stuck to its budget - especially given the army of heavy machinery, engineers and workmen on site filling the ground with steel and concrete. Environmentally sensitive? I don't think so! Am I the only one who thinks that sometimes the best thing to do with old buildings is to let them subside slowly and gracefully back to earth?

   Posted by Priscilla Waugh on 07/02/2009 12:07:08

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8. I am replying to Anthony Claiden, should you wish to contact myself, we made all the joinery on the apprentice store and have used the slimlite double glazed units on a new build where we made Boxed framed sliding sash windows with Georgian bars and is now listed as it was added onto a row of listed buildings. I would be happy to discuss your requirement's with you.

   Posted by Julian Short on 05/02/2009 14:32:44

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9. you can watch online at: http://www.channel4.com/video/grand-designs/catchup.html

   Posted by K Bailey on 05/02/2009 13:48:56

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10. I live nearby and missed the episode. Can anyone tell me when it is going to be repeated?

    Posted by Dan on 04/02/2009 19:44:02

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11. Like many others, I would like to know the supplier of the double glazing windows in this episode. I'll be very gratfull if you can give the name of the manufacturer. Many thanks Marian Moore

    Posted by marian moore on 03/02/2009 11:10:41

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12. A message for Mike Williams - I was involved in the piling stages for the house, and as far as I remember King Shaw of Priston Mill near Bath were involved in the architectural design. They had a very tricky job combining the serious ground beams (which connected all of the piles together and underpinned the old stone walls) with the remainder of the building. They then had to ensure the above-ground walls held together both temporarily, and in the long term- hence Brian Allison's scaffolding nightmare, and Kevins collapsing model which demonstrated what would happen if they didn't get it right. They deserve a mention!

    Posted by Simon Shuker on 01/02/2009 22:19:30

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13. Great to have a new series of Grand Designs to look forward to each week. This episode was a good start, even though Kevin has grown those distracting sideburns. Did anyone else notice one of the automated blinds not working when Mr Cooper pressed the button on his remote control? Also, why was there a bit of the original timber left protruding from the gable end??!! Looking forward to next Wednesday's installment already..

    Posted by Joe on 01/02/2009 20:47:56

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14. Just watched this incredible episode - what an astonishing undertaking and I'm not talking about the conversion but Mr Cooper's on camera fib. Did anyone else believe they stuck to their budget? I don't think so.

    Posted by Tchap on 31/01/2009 22:08:31

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15. Anthony, You asked about the glass....www.slimliteglass.co.uk I assume they are the supplier as they mention Grand Designs on their web site. Hope that helps.

    Posted by Adrian on 30/01/2009 07:39:43

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16. Does any one know the name of the company who supplied the glass for the windows? I'm interested in using it in a listed building project.

    Posted by Anthony Claiden on 29/01/2009 22:58:08

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17. Does anyone know who the architects were for the Bath Apprentice Store works?

    Posted by Mike Williams on 29/01/2009 15:49:02

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18. Cracking episode but Kevin should have challenged the comment on the budget. The original budget figure of ?400k on the build must have been blown out of the water and I would estimate was more like ?1m if not more when the fitting out costs were included.

    Posted by Duncan on 29/01/2009 13:36:52

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19. The Apprentice Store is part of former DeMontalt Mill, a former industrial faclity, now an expensive private residential apartment development

    Posted by D M Wilmot on 29/01/2009 12:45:39

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20. Was the Store a 'stand alone' no other building close, Or near to a redeveloped former industrial complex?

    Posted by D M Wilmot on 29/01/2009 12:36:10

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21. Are you able to put any photos of the stone floor in the older part of the building on the website?

    Posted by Lucy on 29/01/2009 11:13:08

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22. WE ARE ABOUT TO START OUR OWN GRAND DESIGN IN HARROWWEALD MIDDLESEX AND ARE WONDERING IF IT IS A PROJECT YOU WOULD BE INTERESTED IN? WE HAVE PLANNING PERMISSION AND HOPE TO DEMOLISH THE EXISTING HOUSE IN APRIL 2009. PLEASE GET BACK TO ME IF INTERESTED. ANNE GAUGHAN JOHN BARRETT

    Posted by ANNE GAUGHAN on 29/01/2009 09:00:40

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23. this episode was fantastic and a fine return to form. Such loving restoration with the modern twist. God knows how they got all the planning in place though...

    Posted by RJ on 28/01/2009 22:40:38

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24. I have watched this programme for many years and this was the most moving so far. I am utterly amazed with what Ian and Sophie achieved. I actually cried while I watched, this is such an amazing project. I wish you well in everything you do. I have not written to a programme before, you are so inspiring. I have enormous respect for you as a family. Well done

    Posted by katherine on 28/01/2009 22:14:15

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25. Great Programme tonight, but is Sophie related to Sarah from the Place in the Sun, programme of a few years ago, where Richard and Sarah bought a Olive Farm in Italy? They sounded so alike!

    Posted by Brenda on 28/01/2009 22:06:36

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26. I do hope you are going to tell us about the other buildings next to the Apprentice Store. They are surrounded by scaffolding and seem very imposing??????? Seems a shame to have such near neighbours on such a massive project. Thank you in advance.

    Posted by Alison on 28/01/2009 21:16:46

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