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Job DescriptionIntroducing the new 27 floor Art’Otel in Hoxton East London’s thriving art scene. This vibrant part of the City is only a 10-minute walk from the City of London and the hotel offers a spectacular skyline view from its 357 guest rooms and suites. Along with its lounge, bar, gym, and restaurant, it also has ample gallery space and boasts two Banksy originals preserved and on public display.ClientsArt’otel LondonJob DetailsThe lovely Granite paving outside is framed using Larsen Streetscape Eco BS 7533 paving mortar system. As a collection of high-performance mortars for the construction of pavements, it is the preferred option for laying paving.Products used:FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete• Ideal for pavements constructed with natural stone, concrete & clay paving units.FJM Eco Flowable Jointing Mortar – Mid Grey & Charcoal• Filled the joints to complete the installation. Rapid setting with high early strength gain, FJM Eco can be opened to foot traffic in one hour.

Ashton Under Lyne - Town Centre Public Realm (2000m2)Project Description: Ashton Under Lyne’s town centre was transformed with £10.8m of levelling up funding. A transformational & bold project ensuring Ashton’s historic market square is future proofed and fit for modern market needs. New paving means the square is accessible and safe for all visitors and residents. Larsen Streetscape paving mortar system is the preferred option for laying paving. Product Showcase: Larsen Streetscape paving mortar system is a collection of high-performance mortars for the construction of pavements. The products are specifically formulated to exceed performance characteristics, as set out in BS 7533. Products used:            ·  FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete - Ideal for pavements constructed with natural stone, concrete & clay paving units. ·  PS Eco Priming Slurry - Applied to the underside of all paving units to create an exceptional bond to FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete. ·  FJM Eco Flowable Jointing Mortar - Filled the joints to complete the installation. Rapid setting with high early strength gain, FJM Eco can be opened to foot traffic in one hour.               ·  EM Epoxy Mortar - A three-part pack solvent-free epoxy resin mortar - perfectly suited for areas where exceptional strength and bond are required. For further information or technical data sheets on the Larsen Streetscape product range, please visit www.larsenbuildingproducts.com. 

Job DescriptionThe Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System was used within the exterior street works of this landmark project at Belfast Grand Central Station. Marking another iconic Larsen Streetscape project #BuiltWithLarsen.Job DetailsBelfast Grand Central Station stands as the newly established train and bus transport center for the island of Ireland. This state-of-the-art facility opened its doors in late 2024, taking the place of the former Great Victoria Street train station and the Europa bus station making it the largest transport hub on the island. The Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System was used within the exterior street works of this landmark project. Marking another iconic Larsen Streetscape project in the heart of Belfast, #BuiltWithLarsen. What is Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System? The Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System was developed as a solution to the ongoing mission for using more environmentally conscious building products across the industry.By using Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System, your street works project can save on CO₂ production, deliver on strength and meet the requirements of BS 7533 code of practice standard. Larsen Products Used within The New Belfast Grand Central Station The new Belfast Grand Central Station is located on an approx. 8-hectare (860,000 sq ft) site between the previous Europa Bus Centre and the Belfast Great Victoria Street railway station, serving as a replacement for both.Larsen Streetscape products were used within the pavement that surrounds the entire transport hub, as well pavements throughout Glengall Street and Great Victoria Street. Larsen Streetscape Products Used within The New Belfast Grand Central Station include: Larsen PS Eco Priming Slurry – for priming the pavestonesLarsen FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete – for bedding and setting the pavestones in placeLarsen FJM Eco Smooth Flowable Jointing Mortar – for jointing the pavestonesLarsen GPM Eco Gun Pointing Mortar – for the upright jointing of exterior stairs and grass banks “Public Realm Works surrounding the new station are ongoing and will continue through 2025 to significantly upgrade the streets and enhance pedestrian safety making it easier and more accessible for all.” (Translink, 2025) At Larsen Building Products, we look forward to continuing to supply our BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System and offering technical assistance for our products for the remainder of the Public Realm Works at Belfast Grand Central Station.

Job DescriptionWe are delighted to announce that the full Larsen BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar Streetscape System is being used in the Birmingham Eastside Metro Extension to Digbeth project. The Birmingham Eastside Metro extension to Digbeth will connect to the High Speed 2 (HS2) station at Curzon Street, branching off from the existing West Midlands Metro line at Bull Street. This route is designed to include 1.7 km of twin-track running from Bull Street to a newly planned terminus at High Street Deritend. The project will introduce four permanent West Midlands Metro stops, serving the eastern part of Birmingham City Centre.Job DetailsThe full Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System is being used as part of the Birmingham Eastside Metro Extension to Digbeth project. These products include:Larsen Streetscape FBC Eco is a fine bedding concrete specifically designed to meet the recommended performance characteristics of BS 7533. FBC is pre-blended under controlled systems and only requires the addition of water to produce a high quality BS7533 compliant mortar. Streetscape FBC is ideal for the installation of natural stone setts and cobbles, flags, concrete and clay pavers.Larsen Streetscape Priming Slurry PS Eco bonding mortar is specifically formulated to exceed the ≥2 MPa adhesion bond strength necessary for bound system B as set out in BS 7533 part 101 (Code of practice for the structural design of pavements using modular paving units) when measured in combination with Larsen Streetscape FBC Eco permeable bedding mortar & Larsen Streetscape FBC Eco bedding mortar.Larsen Streetscape FJM Eco Slurry Grout Jointing Mortar is specifically formulated to exceed performance characteristics as set out in BS 7533 part 101 (Code of practice for the structural design of pavements using modular paving units), clause 5.6, table 12. It is fast and efficient to apply, allowing the contractor to grout large areas of paving quickly.

Job DescriptionThe Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System was used to install the pathways throughout the City Quays Gardens, Belfast. Another momentous project #BuiltWithLarsen.Job DetailsCity Quays Gardens, Belfast, is a new public space located adjacent to the City Quays buildings and the historic Belfast Harbour Offices.Joe O’Neill, the CEO of Belfast Harbour, said: “The vision for City Quays Gardens was to create a vibrant and attractive public green space for Belfast and its people, including those who live here, work here and who are visiting the city.” What is Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System? The Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System was developed as a solution to the ongoing mission for using more environmentally conscious building products across the industry.By using Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System, your street works project can save on CO₂ production, deliver on strength and meet the requirements of BS 7533 code of practice standard. Larsen Products Used within City Quays Gardens, Belfast We’re proud to share that Larsen Streetscape Eco BS 7533 products were used to install the cobblestone inspired walkway throughout Belfast’s new City Quays Gardens. Larsen Streetscape Products Used within City Quays Gardens, Belfast include: Larsen Eco Silo FBC Fine Bedding Concrete – for the bedding of cobblestones for the pathway throughout the gardensLarsen Eco PS Priming Slurry – for the priming of surface and cobbles stonesLarsen Eco FJM Flowable Jointing Mortar Smooth – for the jointing of the pathway

Job DescriptionLarsen Streetscape ECO BS7533 FBC Fine Bedding Concrete (Bulk), FJM Flowable Jointing Mortar (Natural) and PS Priming Slurry were used at Deanston Wharf, London.Job DetailsDeanston Wharf is a vibrant new development located on the curve of the River Thames, adjacent to the flagship Royal Wharf Project, delivering 764 new homes, including a significant proportion of affordable units. The scheme is a key component of the ongoing regeneration of the Royal Docks and exemplifies sustainable, inclusive urban placemaking. What is Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System? The Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System was developed as a solution to the ongoing mission for using more environmentally conscious building products across the industry.By using Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System, your street works project can save on CO₂ production, deliver on strength and meet the requirements of BS 7533 code of practice standard. Larsen Products Used within This Project We’re proud to share that Larsen Streetscape Eco BS 7533 products were used to install the paving surrounding the Deanston Wharf new housing development in London. Larsen Streetscape ECO BS 7533 Products Used: FBC Fine Bedding Concrete (Bulk)PS Priming SlurryFJM Flowable Jointing Mortar (Natural)Another iconic public realm refurbishment #BuiltWithLarsen!

Job DescriptionEbrington Square Public Realm in Derry~Londonderry, Northern IrelandJob DetailsIn 2006, ILEX was tasked with turning the Ebrington Barracks, a 26 acre site in Derry~Londonderry, into an asset that would benefit the city as a whole. The designs included a new public square and multi-purpose shared spaces for culture, arts, leisure and tourism, incorporating 19 buildings of historic or architectural note.Larsen supplied silo-mixed bedding mortar and jointing mortars to aid installation of the paving in line with the programme.Larsen monitored material consumption closely and co-ordinated stock deliveries, plant maintenance and quality control checks.The links, walkways and open spaces include sunken gardens, stone cobble and flag paving, quality street furniture, glazed links and landscape works.The urban regeneration schemes at the Peace Bridge and Ebrington Square have achieved two Irish Planning Institute National Awards.

Job DescriptionGiant’s Causeway Visitor’s Centre, N. IrelandJob DetailsThe Giant’s Causeway Visitor’s Centre was designed by Heneghan Peng Architects who won an international competition for their design.The building is located on the Causeway Coastal Route and lies mostly underground with an accessible grass roof that blends seamlessly into the environment.The interior houses retail, cafeteria and interpretation areas. A large car park was created adjacent to the Visitor’s Centre.Specialist stone masons S McConnell & Sons installed 1200 square metres of black Antrim basalt paving and Larsen Streetscape FJM Eco in Charcoal was chosen to grout the paving.Larsen Streetscape FJM Eco is a BS7533 compliant, fibre-reinforced, fast-setting, flowing jointing grout mortar and was chosen for its quick, clean and durable installation of grout joints on the newly installed granite paving.

Job DescriptionLarsen Streetscape ECO BS7533 FBC Fine Bedding Concrete, FJM Flowable Jointing Mortar (Natural) and PS Priming Slurry were used at the Hallsville Quarter, Canning Town, London. Phase 3 completes the main public pedestrian spaces, with a new civic square, park and new homes for the area.Job DetailsPhase 3 completes the main public pedestrian spaces at Hallsville Quarter in Canning Town, London. With a new civic square and park for the area, this area is surrounded by high street retail, cafes, and restaurants with outdoor dining.Phase 3 also provides 620 new homes across eight buildings arranged around the shared podium garden courtyards above street level. A new health centre is to be built and there will be over 8,500m² of commercial space which includes retail and leisure units. Another iconic public realm refurbishment #BuiltWithLarsen! What is Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System? The Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System was developed as a solution to the ongoing mission for using more environmentally conscious building products across the industry.By using Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System, your street works project can save on CO₂ production, deliver on strength and meet the requirements of BS 7533 code of practice standard. Larsen Products Used within This Project We’re proud to share that Larsen Streetscape Eco BS 7533 products were used to install the paving at the main public pedestrian spaces, square and park at Hallsville Quarter in Canning Town, London. Larsen Streetscape ECO BS 7533 Products Used: FBC Fine Bedding Concrete (Silo)PS Priming SlurryFJM Flowable Jointing Mortar (Natural)

Demonstrating Products That Perform!Project Description:Hollywood Road, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in London, is a wonderful community of restaurants and pubs and a fantastic example of an area well loved by residents. Improvements to Hollywood Road will create a more pleasant and more enjoyable experience for residents as well as anyone walking down the road or sitting outside one of the bars or restaurants. Product Showcase:Larsen Building Products – With almost 50 years experience in supplying products that perform for major projects nationally, our Streetscape BS 7533 paving mortar system is the preferred option for the installation of paving. Products used:         FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete • Ideal for pavements constructed with natural stone, concrete & clay paving units.FJM Eco Flowable Jointing Mortar• Filled the joints to complete the installation. Rapid setting with high early strength gain, FJM Eco can be opened to foot traffic in one hour.Tectonix – With over 35 years of combined know-how, Tectonix has a wealth of experience in procuring natural stone paving from around the globe and supplying into the heart of both the commercial and residential build environment. Products supplied:- Chinese & Portuguese granite, a mix of silver grey & buff colours. For further information or technical data sheets on the Larsen Streetscape product range, please visit www.larsenbuildingproducts.com. 

Demonstrating Products That Perform!Project Description:Hub Victoria (123-151 Buckingham Palace Road) is a 107,000 sq. ft. self-contained, mixed-use residential, office & retail development, a two-minute walk from London Victoria Station. The public walkway along Buckingham Palace Road has been transformed. Renewed hard and soft landscaping and enlarged retail units create vibrancy and street-level activity. Product Showcase:Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 paving mortar system was the preferred option for the installation of paving. Products used:         FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete • Ideal for pavements constructed with natural stone, concrete & clay paving units.PS Eco Priming Slurry• Applied to the underside of all paving units to create an exceptional bond to FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete.FJM Eco Flowable Jointing Mortar• Filled the joints to complete the installation. Rapid setting with high early strength gain, FJM Eco can be opened to foot traffic in one hour.For further information or technical data sheets on the Larsen Streetscape product range, please visit www.larsenbuildingproducts.com. 

Job DescriptionLewisham Gateway is a brand-new destination in the heart of Lewisham for the community to shop, work, meet, relax, along with 540 mixed sized apartments for residential use.An attractive, vibrant thoroughfare was also curated as part of this development offering an array of shops, restaurants and public realm areas.ClientsLewisham GatewayJob DetailsThe Granite paving uses Larsen Streetscape Eco BS 7533 paving mortar system. As a collection of high-performance mortars for the construction of pavements, it is the preferred option for laying paving.Products used:FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete• Ideal for pavements constructed with natural stone, concrete & clay paving units.PS Eco Priming Slurry• Applied to the underside of all paving units to create an exceptional bond to FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete.FJM Eco Flowable Jointing Mortar Smooth – Mid-Grey• Filled the joints to complete the installation. Rapid setting with high early strength gain, FJM Eco can be opened to foot traffic in one hour.

Job DescriptionWorking closely with Midland Metro Alliance, Larsen Streetscape paving mortars have been used on this Birmingham Eastside Extension project. The extension will service the Eastside regeneration area offering connections with New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill Railway Stations, in addition to the new HS2 station. The Digbeth stretch of the route has also been enhanced with new paving, green infrastructure and landscaped areas as part of Birmingham City Council and the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership’s (GBSLEP) masterplan to regenerate the area.Job DetailsLarsen Streetscape paving mortar system is a collection of high-performance mortars for the construction of pavements. The preferred option for laying paving, the products are specifically formulated to exceed performance characteristics, as set out in BS 7533.Products used: FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete• Ideal for pavements constructed with natural stone, concrete & clay paving units. PS Eco Priming Slurry• Applied to the underside of all paving units to create an exceptional bond to FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete. FJM Eco Flowable Jointing Mortar (Westminster Grey)• Filled the joints to complete the installation. Rapid setting with high early strength gain, FJM Eco can be opened to foot traffic in one hour.

Midland Metropolitan University Hospital Case StudyDemonstrating Products That Perform!Project Description:Nestled between Sandwell and West Birmingham, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital is poised to become the centre of acute and emergency care at our Trust when it opens in 2024.Midland Met is not just a hospital...situated within a designated regeneration zone, this new hospital build represents not just progress in healthcare but opportunity to revitalise the region. Product Showcase:Used in multiple locations across the project including Level 5 Winter Garden, Larsen Streetscape paving mortar system is a collection of high-performance mortars for the construction of pavements. The preferred option for laying paving, the products are specifically formulated to exceed performance characteristics, as set out in BS 7533. Products used:         FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete • Ideal for pavements constructed with natural stone, concrete & clay paving units.PS Eco Priming Slurry• Applied to the underside of all paving units to create an exceptional bond to FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete.FJM Eco Flowable Jointing Mortar• Filled the joints to complete the installation. Rapid setting with high early strength gain, FJM Eco can be opened to foot traffic in one hour.3 in 1 Seal Plus• A water-based acrylic hybrid dispersion paving sealer, sand stabiliser and protector suitable for most paving. For further information or technical data sheets on the Larsen Streetscape product range, please visit www.larsenbuildingproducts.com. 

Job DescriptionThe Sloane Street improvement scheme created an elegant and welcoming environment for pedestrians. The changes to this iconic Chelsea street have made it a beautiful, cleaner, green boulevard running 1km from Knightsbridge to Sloane Square. The improvements include widening of pavements using high quality traditional materials including Yorkstone paving & granite sets laid using Larsen Streetscape Eco BS 7533 paving mortar system.ClientsSloane Street ChelseaJob DetailsA collection of high-performance mortars for the construction of pavements, the Larsen Streetscape system is the preferred option for laying paving. Products used:FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete• Ideal for pavements constructed with natural stone, concrete & clay paving units. PS Eco Priming Slurry• Applied to the underside of all paving units to create an exceptional bond to FBC Eco Fine Bedding Concrete. FJM Eco Flowable Jointing Mortar• Filled the joints to complete the installation. Rapid setting with high early strength gain, FJM Eco can be opened to foot traffic in one hour.

Job DescriptionConstruction of The MAC in St. Anne’s Square, Belfast, Northern IrelandJob DetailsThe MAC (Metropolitan Arts Centre) is situated in St. Anne’s Square in Belfast and serves as Northern Ireland’s flagship home for contemporary art.Construction of the six-storey high building began in November 2009, with doors opening on 19th April 2012.The MAC comprises two theatres, three art galleries, a rehearsal space, a dance studio, three education and workshop rooms, four offices for resident art groups, a café and bar, an artist-in-residence studio and one permanent artwork.Larsen supplied two products from their high performance Streetscape Eco range: GPM (Gun Pointable Mortar) and FJM (Flowable Jointing Mortar). These products assisted with the external stone paving.Larsen’s Chemcrete MP550 was added to the concrete to form the columns and beams. Chemcrete MR1 and ME2 were used in the bricklaying mortar for the brick walls.

Job DescriptionLarsen Streetscape ECO BS7533 FBC Fine Bedding Concrete and FJM Flowable Jointing Mortar (Westminster Grey) were used at the Bank of England public realm refurbishment of Threadneedle Street, focusing on enhancing the area for pedestrians and cyclists.Job DetailsThe Bank of England has undergone a public realm refurbishment of Threadneedle Street, focusing on enhancing the area for pedestrians and cyclists. The project, involving the City of London Corporation and The Crown Estate, aimed to create a more welcoming and sustainable environment. This included improvements to the street layout, pedestrian crossings, and the overall quality of public spaces. Another iconic public realm refurbishment #BuiltWithLarsen! What is Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System? The Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System was developed as a solution to the ongoing mission for using more environmentally conscious building products across the industry.By using Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Eco Paving Mortar System, your street works project can save on CO₂ production, deliver on strength and meet the requirements of BS 7533 code of practice standard. Larsen Products Used within This Project We’re proud to share that Larsen Streetscape Eco BS 7533 products were used to install the paving at the public realm areas, streets and pedestrian crossings on Threadneedle Street in London. Larsen Streetscape ECO BS 7533 Products Used: FBC Fine Bedding Concrete FJM Flowable Jointing Mortar (Westminster Grey)

Job DescriptionPublic Plaza at Titanic BelfastJob DetailsConstruction of Titanic Belfast® began in May 2009 in the Titanic Quarter at the top of the slipways where the Titanic was built.To form the basement of the building, 80,000 cubic metres of material were excavated from the site. Over 1,000 secant piles and 1,000 bearing piles were used. The basement concrete slab was 1.1m deep. The first concrete pour covered almost half a hectare to a volume of 4,200 cubic metres. It was the largest ever concrete pour on the island of Ireland.Work on the external public plaza commenced in June 2011, with the piazza paving beginning in September 2011.Larsen provided their fast setting, flowing jointing grout mortar, Streetscape Eco FJM, to assist with the installation of the paving.Titanic Belfast® opened on 31st March 2012 to coincide with the centenary of the birth of the world’s most famous ship.

Job DescriptionLarsen’s BS 7533 Paving Mortar System Streetscape products were used in Wrexham City Centre as part of their public realm upgrade initiative; a project to create a vibrant and attractive city centre to be enjoyed by all. The project included the installation of 3,600㎡ Sandstone paving using Larsen’s Streetscape BS 7533 paving mortar system in the carriageway and footway in Wrexham City Centre, covering High Street, York Street, Church Street and Abbott Street with a mixture of sandstone slabs and setts.Job DetailsLarsen products used for the Wrexham Public Realm Streetscape Project included:Larsen Streetscape BS 7533 Paving Mortar System comprising of FBC (Fine Bedding Concrete) supplied in silos. PS (Priming Slurry) and FJM (Flowable Jointing Mortar) in Natural, both supplied in 25kg bags were used to transform Wrexham City Centre into a one level public space to be enjoyed by all.Learn more about these Streetscape products below:Larsen Streetscape FBC Eco is a fine bedding concrete specifically designed to meet the recommended performance characteristics of BS7533. FBC is pre-blended under controlled systems and only requires the addition of water to produce a high quality BS7533 compliant mortar. Streetscape FBC is ideal for the installation of natural stone setts and cobbles, flags, concrete and clay pavers.Larsen Streetscape Priming Slurry PS Eco bonding mortar is specifically formulated to exceed the ≥2 MPa adhesion bond strength necessary for bound system B as set out in BS 7533 part 101 (Code of practice for the structural design of pavements using modular paving units) when measured in combination with Larsen Streetscape FBC Eco permeable bedding mortar & Larsen Streetscape FBC Eco bedding mortar.Larsen Streetscape FJM Eco slurry grout jointing mortar is specifically formulated to exceed performance characteristics as set out in BS 7533 part 101 (Code of practice for the structural design of pavements using modular paving units), clause 5.6, table 12. It is fast and efficient to apply, allowing the contractor to grout large areas of paving quickly.Having commenced in Summer 2024, this Wrexham Public Realm project finished in November 2024.