Ragdale Hall Spa Project Book

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HISTORY

R AG DA LE H A LL Ragdale Hall is a luxurious, privately owned, destination spa set within 13-acres of a serene, rural Victorian country house estate in Leicestershire.

With six pools, heat and water experiences in the Thermal Spa, fitness and treatments, they have all aspects of personal relaxation covered – all under one roof. Gloriously, visitors can also drink and dine at a variety of restaurants as well as enjoying the many lounge areas, terraces and gardens.

The comfortable country house, attractive gardens and array of pampering experiences makes Ragdale Hall one of the best destination spas in the UK and the largest spa in Europe.

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B RIEF Ragdale Hall are constantly reinvesting to improve the spa experience.

Although heritage is important, so is keeping up with the times and changing market expectations.

In February 2020 a project to construct the new Twilight Bar commenced, the bar needed to appeal to the next generation of spa goers who like sophisticated venues with a glamourous drink’s menu.

The brief was to create an elegant cocktail lounge to replace the unused Mind Gym, as well as transforming the adjoining garden with a beautiful design that radiates tranquillity. It was imperative that the construction phase of the lounge did not impact on the guest experience.

The lounge needed to sit comfortably with the Ragdale brand but also move the spa forward with some innovation, and most importantly it needed to be a space that impressed.

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Initial visuals 7

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Created secludeed pockets for people to sit, using planting

Bespoke tree sculpture and new water feature

Re-used existing paving and sourced matching slabs to fif ill-out

This drawing, design & all information contained herein remains the sole copyright of CONCORDE BGW & reproduction in any form is strictly forbidden unless permission is obtained in writing.

Old stream - f illed-in and grassed

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Extension

NOTES: Do not scale from this drawing, all dimensions must be checked on site. The contractor must verify all site dimensions, drawings, details & specifications. Any discrepancies must be reported to CONCORDE BGW prior to any commencement of work.

Figured dimensions to take preference over those scaled.

All specified items are to be installed in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations & instructions.

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Zen garden made using pebbles

Allow to infill existing pond & river & plant grass.

Allow to infill existing pond areas and allow for new composite decking. New water feature to be provided centrally with pond beneath. Allow to consider weight of water feature when in-filling existing pond. Allow to form varying height planters from railway sleepers as indicated.

Concorde BGW to appoint landscaping specialist to ensure external scheme compliments the new bar area and conservatory.

pebbles

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railway sleeper retainer 200mm high

water feature planter 600mm high

extg yorkstone paving to be relaid where required to suit

extg yorkstone paving to be relaid where required to suit

new gravel

bi-fold windows

pond

new carpet

new fixed seating

metal screens with planting

japenese lantern allow to form Zen garden with gravel & raised feature constructed out of railway sleepers with inset pebbles.

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Bar apron amended.

17.07.20

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Planters amended & cupboard housing under floor heating mechanism to remain as existing.

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09.03.20

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Paving & gravel areas amended, ramp added, amendments to bar depth & bar servery entrance.

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Water feature shown to scale on plan as requested by client.

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Furniture stencils changed to suit latest schedule. Console table omitted, Path near fire escape amended.

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05.02.20

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2no. central sofas change to 1800mm length

One-of-a-kind f ixed seating

zen garden

pebbles

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03.02.20

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4no. tables changed to round.

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Backfitting layout revised.

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09.01.20

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Revised inline with client comments...

-Main entrance position revised.

-Central furniture layout revised.

-Faux palm trees added.

-Garden area amended to suit client comments including changes to planting, omission of decking & retention of paving.

-Water feature shape & size amended.

-Bar counter & glass wash screen amended.

-External Furniture amended.

-Covers updated.

Garden amended to suit landscaping proposal.

new gravel

Location of old pond we removed

new carpet

planter 800mm high

fire escape

metal screens with planting

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Revised inline with client comments...

-Openings revised - Main entrance position & size revised.

-Screen adjacent door amended to metal detail rather than glazed.

-Garden area amended to suit client comments.

- 1no. Water feature omitted.

- Water feature re-poisitioned & pond added.

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High level window to East Elevation omitted

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Revised inline with client comments...

-Wine display changed to glazed screen.

-Fire pit omitted & replaced with water feature.

-Nib & column added to extension.

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30.08.19

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Revised inline with client comments...

-Fixed seating added.

-Chairs omitted to fire pit.

-Section of decking changed to gravel.

-Bar foot print amended.

allow to form new escape route over conservatory roof - look to utilise extg staircase if possible and relocate to suit as indicated.

200mm high

pebbles

allow to form new opening into new conservatory. Conservatory structure to be confirmed, all windows to have bi-fold mechanism.

new ramped access 250mm height @ 1:12

garden room

cocktail lounge

tiled flooring

bar servery new vinyl flooring

allow to form new bar servery and backfitting to designers detail, adapting services to suit requirements.

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main entrance

obscured decorative glazed screen

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glass wash

Project address:

Ragdale Hall Ragdale Village Melton Mowbray LE14 3PB

allow to form new opening with glazed entrance doors.

New bar and Proposed Layout Alternative Option back f itting Title:

Clad around the bottom of the garden room to tie in with the new Twilight lounge extension in oxidise copper – Kingspan copper effect cladding

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Moved f ire escape from here to allow for extension

All new - f looring, House of Hackney wallpaper

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Doncaster Palmer Street Hyde Park Doncaster DN4 5DD

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External Moodboard

Externall visual

Internal Moodboard

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Moodboards

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G A RDEN The garden has been restored and has plenty of places to hideaway.

The new landscaping including the addition of a bespoke water feature make it a really special place to be. Carefully arranged planters and pots of greenery fill it with colour and create pockets of privacy.

As per the brief, Ragdale wanted the Twilight Lounge to tie in the sites different architectural styles, so, the colour of the existing garden room was changed to match the oxidised copper finish of the new extension.

Every tree, shrub and flower has been lovingly selected to suit Ragdale’s Victorian country garden style, which in turn transformed the garden into a botanical terrace that raises the Spa’s profile. It’s the perfect place to meet friends and family or just enjoy a relaxing drink.

Removed a large pond to create the nice patio area.

Week one on site

Garden - Before works commenced 11

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1. Created a peaceful Zen garden.

2. Created secluded pockets of privacy with planting.

3. Arranged planters and lots of pots of greenery.

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Before

Repurposed existing paving and substituted with matching slabs to fill out.

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The Transformation

1. Extended the building to achieve a size of 914sq ft to allow for the new Twilight Lounge.

2. Oxidized copper finish to the shell of the new extension which gives it it’s eye catching turquoise appearance.

3. Stream infilled and grassed.

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3D model render of the proposed extension 16

By day

By night

Newly built water feature with night illuminations 17

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T WILIG HT LOUNG E Today, the new Twilight Bar is relaxed and stylish with comfortable seating and luxurious fixtures and fittings. It provides a new space to unwind in total peace and tranquillity with fantastic surroundings.

The moody, dramatic lighting in the lounge create a sense of intrigue and luxe sophistication and forms the perfect backdrop for accent pieces such as brass pole screens, gold scalloped tiles, fringed pendant lighting and furniture in mix of rich blush, burnt oranges, deep green and turmeric shades pulled together seamlessly with a subtle chanel-esque patterned fabrics and feature wallpaper. The layers of detailing, from piping on the furniture, to feature ceiling mouldings, bespoke fixed seating, help to build a dramatic and memorable space to overload and wow the senses.

Initially, the room lacked architectural character and charm, but the installation of the feature metal screens, bifold windows, the eye-catching bar, classic wall panelling, and ceiling detailing is impactful and adds layers of interest to the room to create a beautiful space to feel invigorated.

3D model render of the proposed Twilight bar

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Relocated the f ire escape to f it the extension and f illed the hole in the structure.

Steel works were required to take the outside wall out allowing for the extension.

Week three on site 20

To ensure discretion, we designed and installed privet effect hears fencing.

Extended the building to achieve a size of 914sq ft to allow for the new Twilight Lounge.

Week eight on site 21

Filled the space where the f ire escape used to be.

Fitting the new bar

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The Finished Look 23

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Styling Detail

1. The iconic decor features rich colours, bold geometry and decadent detail work.

2. Bespoke panelling and ceiling details.

3. Extra glamour and luxury with polished brass fittings, fringed lampshades and scalloped velvet chairs 27

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1. Decorative lighting 2. 1920s speakeasy style.

3. Minimal amount of styling needed, the space speaks for itself and has the WOW factor. .

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1. New fixed seating that is unique and original to this site only.

2. Art Deco style mirrors from Revivalist 3. Loose cushions in feature fabrics from Linwood & Casamance.

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RESULT After a day of pampering, the new Twilight Bar is the perfect space to reconnect with yourself over some expertly-crafted cocktails; alongside wine, gin balloons, mocktails and soft drinks.

It’s a relaxed yet stylish lounge with comfortable seating and luxurious fixtures and fittings. It provides a new space to unwind in total peace and tranquillity with fantastic surroundings.

The garden has been restored and has plenty of places to hideaway.

The new landscaping, including the addition of a bespoke water feature and seating makes it a real special place to be.

Overall, the Twilight Bar is a very memorable space at Ragdale Hall Spa, it has many exceptional features which all group together to form an approachable yet exclusive cocktail lounge. The new bar has allowed Ragdale to continue to stay fresh and relevant.

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TRUST - believe in the reliability, truth, or ability of something or someone.

When planning our cocktail bar, Richard Wilson, MD of Concorde BGW said ‘‘trust me and my team to deliver what you want, on time and within budget.”

This was not an easy statement to believe but I am delighted to say it was true.

We now have the most beautiful space that was delivered just as promised; not quite on time, but then we did have a little ‘down tools lockdown’ in the middle of the project. This did not deter the team and our vision became real just as we had imagined.

Allison Garner Operations Manager, Ragdale Hall Spa

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Unit 3 Glade Business Centre Forum Road Nottingham NG5 9RW

Palmer Street Hyde Park Doncaster DN4 5DD

Thomas Ford House 23-24 Smithfield St London, EC1A 9LF

0115 778 6235

01302 361 024

020 3642 2154

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