Burton & Hicks Bottle Shop
Status: Planning Permission Granted
Location: Neepsend, Sheffield
Scope: Change of use and high quality, sensitive refurbishment & extension to existing building. The existing building was formerly used to house a substation and prior to that was cells for the adjacent police station.
Our Role: Planning Application
aad Architects were appointed to develop a sensitive yet functional transformation of an existing substation building that was previously used as cells for the adjacent police station. Introducing a single-storey rear extension and repurposing the space as a bottle shop will allow for the sale of bottled beers to take away, with an option for on-site consumption.
To enhance the building’s character, new Crittall windows will be installed in existing openings, restoring the façade by revealing previously bricked-up sections and matching the original style. A lowered bricked-up window will form a new entrance, while the rear extension will accommodate essential back-of-house facilities. The extension features a green roof, contributing to the building’s sustainability and visual appeal.
The design respects the site’s conservation area status, ensuring that alterations preserve and enhance the building’s historic character. The original structure will be cleaned and repaired, maintaining its unique charm while improving functionality. Our approach prioritises sustainable design and thoughtful integration within its surroundings, creating an improved environment for both customers and the wider community.