192 Shoreham Street, Industrial building renovation in Sheffield, United Kingdom
192 Shoreham Street is a Victorian-era brick building with a contemporary metal addition in Sheffield. The original structure was extended upward with a modern black metal section on its roof, creating a striking visual contrast at the corner where the building sits.
The original structure dates from the Victorian era when Sheffield was a major center of steel manufacturing in Britain. It underwent renovation in 2012 while keeping its historic brick foundation intact.
The structure received recognition from The Atlantic as a notable architectural achievement and earned a RIBA award in 2013 for its innovative design approach.
The building today houses mixed-use spaces with work areas on upper floors and a restaurant with bar below. This arrangement allows visitors and workers to access different functions within a single location.
The roof extension uses specially curved aluminum sheets and insulated panels mounted on a lightweight steel framework. These technical choices demonstrate how modern materials were used during the renovation to reduce weight while maintaining strength.
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