Bloom Construction has been appointed to deliver the reroofing of the Palaeontology Building at the Natural History Museum in South Kensington.
Located at the south-east corner of the museum’s historic complex, the Palaeontology Building links directly to the main Waterhouse Building and the Earth Sciences Museum. The works will take place while the museum remains open to visitors and staff, requiring meticulous coordination to ensure safety, minimise disruption, and preserve the museum’s public image.
The project involves the careful renewal of existing roof structures and associated works, managed through a sustainability-led and heritage-sensitive approach. Bloom’s planning prioritises restricted site logistics, shared welfare arrangements, and the need for quiet, considerate working within one of the UK’s busiest visitor attractions.
This appointment reflects Bloom’s growing reputation for retrofit and refurbishment in live, heritage, and public environments. The kind of projects that demand precision, collaboration, and respect for both place and people.
“Working within such an iconic institution is a privilege. Our focus is on delivering with care balancing safety, sustainability, and sensitivity to the museum’s heritage while ensuring day-to-day operations continue seamlessly,” said Tom O’Toole, Managing Director at Bloom Construction.
At Bloom, our approach to construction is rooted in sustainability, collaboration, and respect for design intent. The Natural History Museum project represents another opportunity to build on our commitment to creating better, more resilient buildings that stand the test of time.
