Travelodge equate the build time on site to lost room revenue, therefore they strive for efficiencies in construction programmes. To achieve their expansive growth plans and maintain a high level of finish, Travelodge utilised construction technologies such as bathroom pods and timber frame to help speed up the build process and minimise defects on this 3 storey building.
Type
Hotel
Size
51 beds
Duration
5 weeks
Complexity
The shape of the building deviated from a standard build, featuring curved dormers, as well as cedar cladding to the second floor, adding to the aesthetic look and feel of the building.
Measured Benefit
By utilising Timber Frame as a modern method of construction, defects were limited and an efficient 5 week build programme contributed positively to Travelodge's income, faster than anticipated.