Nottingham furniture retailer Hopewells has begun the most extensive renovation project since its move to new purpose-made premises in 1973.
In excess of £400,000 is being invested in replacing the building's old rooftop terrace and gardens with new tiling, balustrades and flower beds to create a unique terrace for the store's coffee lounge, with views over Nottingham.
The building itself will be restored to its original appearance, flying the flags of the trading nations with which Hopewells has dealt for decades.
Inside, the flooring and carpet department will be stripped out for new displays of carpets and wood, laminate and vinyl flooring, while a new interior design studio will be created, including a fabric and wallpaper library, all illuminated by low-energy lighting.
The work is anticipated to last 10 weeks and although some disruption is inevitable, all departments will continue to trade as usual, says the retailer, which adds: "The result will bring back Hopewells to represent one of the finest and largest independent stores, offering a unique selection of furnishings."
