Matthew Montague Architects has been appointed by Alpha Construction to lead the redevelopment of Alpha House, the construction company’s current head office.
Alpha Construction plans to create a modern office development on the site, with the intention of renting out their existing building once they have relocated.
The project will transform the site into a sustainable, state-of-the-art headquarters. The redevelopment of Alpha House will involve the demolition of the existing single-storey office and garage, making way for a two-storey office building.
The new headquarters will feature a raised ground floor to address flood risks and will be strategically positioned at the rear of the plot to optimise the site layout and ensure ease of maintenance.
The project is set to be delivered in a phased approach. Phase 1 will create a dynamic workspace, including offices, open-plan workspaces for the current workforce and further space for growth, meeting rooms, canteen & breakout spaces, and additional facilities such as a shower room and archiving space.
Phase 2 will focus on flexibility, providing space for future expansion or the potential development of standalone premises for leasing.
In addition to the office building, the plans include the construction of a new garage and maintenance store for groundskeeping equipment, as well as a reconfiguration of parking at the company’s current office in Chatsworth Court to improve usability.
Sustainability is a key focus for the project, with Alpha Construction aiming to meet the Lloyds Clean Growth Financing Initiative’s requirements. Sustainable features will include; solar panels, EV charging points, rainwater harvesting systems and LED lighting and enhanced roof insulation.
“We are thrilled to work with Alpha Construction on this transformative redevelopment of Alpha House,” said Daniel Evans, director at Matthew Montague Architects.
“This project represents an exciting opportunity to design a headquarters that not only meets the operational needs of the business but also showcases their forward-thinking approach and commitment to sustainability. We look forward to delivering a workspace that Alpha Construction can be proud of for years to come.”
Managing Director Anthony Bamford said: “We established a 10-point checklist to define project success, Matthew Montague Architects’ proposals aligned seamlessly to our requirements and expectations. It was also clear that Daniel and his team shared our vision for our new Alpha House. We look forward to working with them to successfully deliver our project.”
Planning for the project is already underway, with positive preliminary discussions held with South Derbyshire District Council.
Alpha Construction aims to submit the planning application as soon as possible, with the goal of moving back into the redeveloped Alpha House within the next two years.
