Webb Yates Engineers — Westminster Chapel

Westminster Chapel

The refurbishment of the Grade II listed Westminster Chapel to modernise the building for its existing and future use.

  • Client

    Trustees and Elders of Westminster Chapel

  • Architect

    Scott Whitby Studio

  • Photography

    Jim Stephenson

  • Completion

    2022

Despite being one of a quartet of significant religious buildings in the City of Westminster, along with the Abbey, Cathedral and Methodist Central Hall, it was little known and lacking street presence. Therefore, one of the main objectives of the refurbishment was to increase activity and visibility throughout, whilst respecting and drawing upon the history of the site and the church.

Webb Yates Engineers were the building services engineers for the project, designing sensitive interventions and improvements, delivered to tight budget and time constraints.

Webb Yates Engineers — Westminster Chapel
Webb Yates Engineers — Westminster Chapel

The initial design and construction phase has taken significant steps to achieving this, through the removal of restrictive pews and installation of ramps to improve accessibility; entrance and foyer improvements, including a new café, to ensure a notable and welcoming street presence; and the opening up of the main auditorium to improve flow through the building.

The new café, within and part of the auditorium but enclosed by a glazed screen, is a highlight, providing a space for the community and truly opening up the building for public use.

 

Webb Yates Engineers — Westminster Chapel
Webb Yates Engineers — Westminster Chapel
Webb Yates Engineers — Westminster Chapel
Webb Yates Engineers — Westminster Chapel

Awards

  • 2025

    RIBA London Awards

    Shortlisted

  • 2024

    New London Awards

    Conservation

    Winner

  • 2023

    AJ Architecture Awards

    Community and Faith Project (<£2)

    Shortlisted

  • 2023

    AJ Retrofit Awards

    Cultural and Religious Building (<£5m)

    Shortlisted

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