29 Homes for Historic 80 Great Hampton Street

A former factory at 80-82 Great Hampton Street, built in 1872, is to be sensitively repurposed to deliver 29 apartments.

Plans for the historic site are recommended for approval on 15 June.

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The under-utilised mid-terraced three-storey, originally known as The Great Hampton Street Works when it specialised in button manufactory, will be fully restored with a viable new use, conserving it for future generations to enjoy.

Known as The Button Works, the building will sensitively deliver 20 one- and 9 two-bedroom apartments & duplexes (3 affordable), each set around two intimate courtyards.

The biggest external change to the Grade II* listed property will be the reintroduction of its original dormer windows to the front street-facing roof slope, along with roof lights to its rear.

In the site's courtyard, an external gantry stairwell will also be erected.

The majority of the work will be focused on the internal conversion of the building, which will include mezzanine floors, the restoration of historic elements, and the installation of new windows and doors.

The historic building was designed by H.R. Yeoville Thomason, a well-renowned figure who also designed the Birmingham Council House.

These exciting plans have been brought forward by Great Hampton Street Button Works Ltd, PJ Planning, with designs coming from BPN Architects.

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The Button Works, images from BPN Architects. Overview from Google Maps