The
former Terry’s Chocolate factory in York has been transformed into a
spectacular Chocolate Works Care Village with the help of Johnstone’s Trade’s
high performance products.
Opening
earlier this year, the £7 million renovation was part of a wider multi-million
pound expansion programme by Springfield Healthcare to establish five new care
villages and a care centre for working age adults.
Previously
the former home of world-renowned Terry’s Chocolate factory, the vast double
height glazed atrium has been preserved and transformed into a unique
'marketplace' setting for the residents and visitors, complete with café,
restaurant, spa, hairdresser, gym and even its own pub, The Duke of York.
The
landmark building is Grade II listed and, after a number of years lying
unused and unloved, was brought back to life through the extraordinary vision
of Springfield Healthcare CEO Graeme Lee and his extensive team of architects
(Norr), builders (Simpsons of York) and restoration specialists. The building
now provides 82 individually designed care suites and eight outstanding
apartments that staff and visitors can utilise and enjoy.
Ensuring
the interior design equalled the grandeur of the building was essential, as was
creating a durable finish that wouldn’t fade over time and could withstand wear
and tear from the high footfall in the Care Village. Johnstone’s Trade worked
closely with decorating firm HEC Ltd. to provide a range of high performance
coatings products that met the high-quality specification on the project.
Johnstone’s
Trade’s Covaplus Vinyl Matt and Acrylic Durable Matt were used on the walls and
ceilings of the interior building to provide a durable finish, making it ideal
for high traffic areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, hotels, hospitals and
public buildings. In addition, Johnstone’s Aqua Water Based Undercoat and Gloss
were used for the trim and window frames to provide a high sheen finish and
traditional gloss look that will stay whiter for longer, reducing the need for
future maintenance.
Commenting
on the project, Gareth Jones at Johnstone’s Trade, said: “We’re very proud to
have been part of such an amazing project that will inspire and help the future
of the elderly, particularly those with dementia.
“The
renovation will provide a social meeting space through the innovative “Friends
of the Chocolate Works” volunteer scheme - which encourages local residents to
visit and share the facilities while improving the quality of life for the
residents in an environment that promotes self-esteem.”
Springfield
Healthcare’s programme aims to set a new benchmark for how care environments
are designed and built, with the Chocolate Works Care Village being awarded
Refurbishment Project of the Year in the 2017 Healthcare Estates Awards with
the help of Johnstone’s Trade.
