Graham Construction has been selected to carry out a £50 million framework at the Royal Botanic Gardens (RBG), Kew.

The five-year deal will see Graham deliver numerous projects including new builds, refurbishment of the historic Grade I and Grade II listed buildings as well as the repair and replacement of mechanical and electrical systems. Work will start on site this month, with sectional completions expected over the next five years.

In addition, the company will carry out roof repairs at the Grade I listed Mansion at Kew's sister estate, Wakehurst, in Sussex.

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Key areas where the 'Kew Capital Development Programme' will be delivered include The Herbarium, Palm and Water Lily Houses, Pavilion, Arboretum Nursey, and the Family Landscape Area.

Overall, the initiative has been created to carry out significant upgrades to the UNESCO World Heritage site and will reflect the site's vision for the next 10 years.

As well as RBG Kew's own staff and consultants, the framework team also includes Donal Insall Architects (masterplanning), Ryder Architects (lead architect), and Mott MacDonald (Multi-Discipline Consultancy).

Rob Joyce, Graham's London office Director, said: "The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is a much-loved destination for visitors and tourists and we are committed to delivering the estate's vision in order to guarantee its long-term future and success. Through our experience of working within heritage environments, we have the ability and expertise to deliver these works in a sensitive manner and to the highest quality."

Image: The Palm House at Kew.

(LM)