Oast House Splay Structure - Tonbridge
Bespoke Scaffold Solution for Complex Architectural Structures
Tiger Scaffolding LTD was appointed to design and install a bespoke scaffolding solution to facilitate maintenance and refurbishment works to a unique residential property featuring multiple circular and tapered tower structures.
The project required safe access around irregular, non-standard geometry, at height, while maintaining full compliance with current safety legislation and minimising disruption to the occupied property.
Project Overview: Splay Design access scaffold for renovation purposes
Sector: Residential
Location: Tonbridge, Kent
Client: Private client
Services Provided: Design, Supply & Installation of Temporary Access Scaffolding
The Challenge
The building presented several challenges:
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Multiple round and tapered structures requiring non-standard scaffold layouts
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Varying roof heights and intersecting rooflines
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Restricted access areas and sensitive surroundings
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Requirement for continuous, safe access around each tower
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High visual prominence, demanding a tidy and professional installation
Standard scaffolding solutions were not suitable due to the building’s geometry and layout.
Our Solution
Tiger Scaffolding LTD delivered a design-led, bespoke scaffolding system, tailored specifically to the building’s architecture.
The solution included:
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Fully boarded, circular working platforms following the building profile
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Multiple lift levels to provide safe access at each working height
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Bridged access between structures where required
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Integrated edge protection, guardrails, and safe access points
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Careful planning to maintain safe movement around complex roof interfaces
The scaffold was planned, erected, and maintained in accordance with NASC guidance, TG20 compliance, and the Work at Height Regulations.
Our outcome
The completed scaffold provided:
Safe, uninterrupted access to all required areas
A stable and compliant working environment for follow-on trades
Minimal disruption to the property and surroundings
A visually neat and professional scaffold installation
The project was delivered safely, on programme, and to the client’s satisfaction.
Our Experience
This project demonstrates Tiger Scaffolding LTD’s capability to deliver complex, non-standard scaffolding solutions where careful planning, experience, and technical understanding are essential.
We regularly support projects requiring:
• Complex access solutions
• Design-led scaffolding
• Sensitive or high-profile environments
• Long-term or phased works
Safety & Compliance
Safety was central to the delivery of this project.
Key measures included:
• Site-specific risk assessments and method statements
• Formal scaffold handover certification
• Scheduled inspections throughout the duration of the works
• Continuous monitoring due to the complexity and duration of the project
All works were carried out by trained and competent operatives under appropriate supervision.
Project Highlights
✔ Bespoke scaffold design
✔ Complex circular and tapered structures
✔ Multiple working levels
✔ Fully compliant and safety-led delivery
✔ London & South East project