Reg.Nr. GB/92-1980

The Waterfront, Kingston upon Hull

Wilberfore Warehouse and its two neighbours, built 1831, in an area badly damaged in WWII, were restored and converted to bars and restaurant. Two other warehouses followed to be converted to restaurant and hotel with a roof garden and exhibition area. The restoration left the ...
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Project details

Title:The Waterfront, Kingston upon Hull
Entr. year: 1980
Result:Diploma
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Kingston upon Hull, Yorkshire (England)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: industrial heritage
Former use:Warehouses
Actual use:Hotel, restaurant, club
Built: 19th century
The Jury's citation: "For the successful conversion of a waterside warehouse into a restaurant and hotel"
GPS:53°44'44.4N 0°20'12.2"W

Description:
Wilberfore Warehouse and its two neighbours, built 1831, in an area badly damaged in WWII, were restored and converted to bars and restaurant. Two other warehouses followed to be converted to restaurant and hotel with a roof garden and exhibition area. The restoration left the exteriors largely untouched. Rescued items from other buildings are widely incorporated e.g. Victorian pulpits. Restoration was done with old and natural materials.