Education
Ruth Miskin Training – HQ & Teaching Space
A warm and characterful headquarters created for one of the leading voices in literacy and teacher training
3 Floors
4 Weeks
4,500 Sq Ft
The Challenge
Dame Ruth Miskin needed a new headquarters and training centre that reflected her approach to literacy and supported her work with schools. A search led to 7 Sandys Row, a Grade II listed building near Liverpool Street with strong character but in need of full refurbishment. The building had been empty for some time and required modernisation, air conditioning and asbestos removal. The budget was limited, and the design needed to respect the heritage of the building and create warm and welcoming spaces.
The Solution
Working with Ruth and her team, we created a refurbishment that made full use of the building while protecting and enhancing its original features. The work refreshed each floor, introduced modern comfort and preserved the period architecture to create a setting that feels calm, thoughtful and welcoming.
The Result
Ruth now has a light and comfortable top floor office with views through the sash windows. The teaching spaces are designed to be neuroinclusive, calm and supportive for all visitors.
Ruth Miskin Training supports schools by placing reading, writing and spoken language at the centre of learning. The organisation trains teachers, develops resources and helps schools ensure every child can read with confidence, regardless of age or background. Their approach uses great books and clear methods to build literacy as a foundation for identity and future opportunity.
A Building with Deep European Roots
Sandys Row was built in 1766 by French Protestant refugees. The building carries a long and layered history that shaped the sensitive design and refurbishment approach.
Stories of a Haunted Past
The building had long been associated with rumours of hauntings. While no spirits appeared, the history added to the character and sense of place that now enrich the new headquarters.