The Chiltern Firehouse in London, a celebrity-favored luxury hotel, faces a lengthy closure of potentially three years after a fire caused by a pizza oven. Architect Harriet Pillman indicated that the restoration process would be intricate, requiring initial stabilization of the structure, removal of fire-damaged materials, and thorough drying of the building before further architectural plans can be made. This prolonged closure raises concerns over its impact on local businesses that rely on the hotel’s significant customer traffic.
According to architect Harriet Pillman, restoring the Chiltern Firehouse will be complex and may take several years due to extensive fire damage and necessary stability work.
Pillman emphasized the need for immediate stabilization and drying of the structure before any architectural proposals can be developed, indicating a lengthy recovery process.
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