Gorilla Kingdom, London Zoo
1/10: Zoo 3344
An Interesting contract carried out in the middle of the busy London Zoo to construct a new gorilla enclosure.
Careful planning was required to minimise disruption to the visitors and zoo employees and to work within the restrictions imposed.
Works comprised of constructing a moat incorporating welded steel mesh gabions and reinforced concrete walls, reinforced concrete foundations, slabs, walls and sofits for water features, accomodation and services installations.
Main Contractor: Crispin & Borst
Contract Value: £455,000