Case Study · Heritage / Refurbishment

Lihou Island House

Storm repair works & full refurbishment

Lihou, Guernsey

Overview

A local landmark, carefully restored.

Following damage caused by Storm Goretti earlier this year, D.Alderton Carpentry & Construction were called out to carry out repair works at one of Guernsey's most recognisable locations. Now, the team are underway with a full refurbishment project to help refresh, restore, and improve the property for the future.

Tractor and trailer transporting materials across the stone causeway — Access and logistics across the causeway

Storm damage and exposed roof timbers inside Lihou Island House — Initial storm-damage condition

Project scope

Works in progress.

Storm-damage assessment and urgent repair works in an exposed coastal setting.
Careful logistics and material transport to a tidal island location.
Internal strip-out, opening works, and structural preparation for refurbishment.
Ceiling, loft, and access-area upgrades to improve durability and future use.
Refurbishment works carried out with respect for a well-known community landmark.

Ceiling opening and insulation removal over the central void — Opening up damaged areas

Team clearing debris below the internal gallery — Strip-out and debris clearance

Internal gallery void below temporary roof opening — Internal gallery and access works

Ceiling opening and early-stage internal works in progress — Early-stage internal works

New ceiling boarding installed beneath the gallery area — Re-forming the interior ceiling

Loft-level construction and room shaping in progress — Loft progress and room formation

Refurbished upper landing and finished corridor spaces — Refreshed internal finishes

The results

A significant project in a challenging setting.

Located on the tidal island of Lihou off Guernsey's west coast, the house is a unique and important part of the island community, regularly used by schools, youth groups, and visitors. It's been a real pleasure to play a part in improving such a well-known local landmark. Careful planning, quality workmanship, and respect for the building are key on projects like this — especially in such a challenging and exposed environment.

Need careful refurbishment work?

From storm repairs to sensitive building upgrades, we deliver practical workmanship with respect for the setting.

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