Project Overview
The Ringstead Transmitter Bunker is a Grade II-listed WWII radar structure sensitively converted into a contemporary coastal retreat. The existing concrete shell presented both an opportunity and a constraint, requiring a flooring solution that respected the building’s heritage while elevating its new residential function.
The Brief
The brief required a polished concrete finish across 96 m² internally, extending onto two external terraces. The solution needed to:
Complement the original raw concrete structure.
Maintain visual continuity between interior and exterior.
Meet modern residential performance standards.
Enhance natural light within the enclosed shell.
All works needed to be undertaken with consideration to the building’s listed status.
The Solution
We installed 96 m² of Ash White polished concrete internally, extending seamlessly onto two external terraces. The chosen tone provides subtle contrast against the original bunker walls, creating a refined yet sympathetic dialogue between historic and contemporary materials.
Working within a listed concrete structure required careful assessment of the existing substrate. Key technical elements included:
Surface preparation of the original slab to achieve a consistent polish.
Moisture management within the historic shell.
Coordination of movement detailing between internal and external sections.
Finishing specification to balance aesthetic refinement with slip resistance externally
Close collaboration with the project team ensured compliance with heritage constraints while achieving a high-spec finish.
Technical Considerations
Each stage was carefully planned and executed to ensure the final surface met both the aesthetic vision and the practical demands of the home.
The Result
The polished concrete enhances the bunker’s architectural character while introducing modern clarity and comfort. The Ash White finish amplifies available light and frames panoramic views across Ringstead Bay.
The completed installation bridges heritage and contemporary living, delivering a durable and architecturally coherent surface suited to its coastal setting.
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