Tag: Oxford
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In pictures | McLaren’s subcontractor restores Ikea Oxford St windows
Newly released images show how window refurbishment specialist ASWS restored the steel and mansard hardwood windows of the new Ikea store on London’s Oxford Street. ASWS worked in the Crown Estate-owned Grade-II building with main contractor McLaren, who delivered the project in May. Before the project started, ASWS did an extensive internal survey, viewing from…
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CIOB members to get first look at Oxford station expansion
Kier is hosting a site visit and Q&A for CIOB members about its work on Oxford station. The project, to complete in August 2026, will see a new platform and western entrance, including replacement of Botley Road bridge, the current focus. Other plans include a new ticket office, waiting room, toilets, cafe and shops, plus…
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McLaren’s Oxford Street Ikea to open after 18-month delay
Swedish retailer Ikea has confirmed it will open its new shop on London’s Oxford Street on 1 May – 18 months later than originally planned. McLaren’s refurbishment of the former Topshop flagship store was delayed twice due to “unexpected conditions” and a water leak in the building’s basement. Work started on site in 2022, but…