Designers appointed as Bretton Hall transformation moves forward
The transformation of Bretton Hall, located within Yorkshire Sculpture Park, into a hotel and conference venue has taken a step forward.
MüllerVanTol, an international interior design studio, has been appointed by Rushbond to design the interiors of the Grade II listed heritage building.
Bas van Tol, co-founder and creative director at Amsterdam-based MüllerVanTol, will lead on the interior design for the first phase of work.
Due for completion in 2019, this phase will include the development of the hotel involving the existing mansion house at the heart of the campus. Two theatres, a seminar space and separate exhibition area will form new conferencing facilities with further accommodation, work and educational spaces planned for future phases.
Mark Finch, real estate director of Rushbond, said: “It was imperative for us when choosing a design company that we find someone who also shares our vision to create a destination that is exceptional in every detail. MüllerVanTol have delivered projects around the world that have design excellence at their core, creating atmospheres sensitive to the previous lives of the often historically significant buildings they design for.
“Bretton Hall has always been a significant landmark in Yorkshire, due to its stunning location in the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. It’s future as an original, top-quality, outstandingly designed hotel and creative campus will be unparalleled in the North of England.”
Cllr Peter Box, leader of Wakefield Council, said: “I am delighted that we have reached this important stage in the development of Bretton Hall.
“The development will complement the highly successful Yorkshire Sculpture Park, which along with The Hepworth Wakefield and the Henry Moore Institute in Leeds, is part of the internationally-known Yorkshire Sculpture Triangle.”
