265 Strand
High-Specification Doorset Delivery for a Central London Education Environment
- Location: London
- Sector: Education
- Main Contractor: Collins Construction
Project Overview
265 Strand is a high-profile education development in central London, requiring a high-performance internal and external doorset package that balanced aesthetic quality with strict fire and security compliance.
Appointed by Collins Construction, Stemko delivered a comprehensive supply and installation package across the scheme — supporting internal circulation, teaching areas and secure external access points.
Scope of Works
- 209 high-end timber doorsets
- 14 external steel doorsets
Supplied through:
- Certified Timber Doorsets
- Secure, performance-led Steel Doorsets
In total, 185 timber doorsets and 44 four-sided concealed steel riser doors were installed. The timber doors incorporated bespoke details, and architrave, with PVD coated ironmongery resulting in a stunning finish.
The Challenge
Delivering Durability, Safety and Finish Quality in Education
Education environments require:
- Long-term durability
- Fire compartmentation compliance
- Controlled access and external security
- High aesthetic finish quality
In addition, central London logistics required careful coordination of deliveries and installation sequencing.
As discussed in Future-Proofing Campuses: Fire Door Standards for Expanding Universities education projects demand scalable compliance and robust specification from the outset.
The Stemko Solution
High-End Internal Timber Doorsets
Stemko supplied 209 timber doorsets configured to meet required fire ratings and aesthetic standards.
Specification review ensured:
- Correct fire-rated configurations
- Compatible, compliant ironmongery
- Installation aligned with test evidence
Further insight into compliant component integration can be found in:
Architect’s Guide to Fire Door Ironmongery
External Steel Security Doorsets
The 14 external steel doorsets provided:
- Enhanced durability
- Security performance
- Required fire-rated compliance
Installation sequencing ensured perimeter integrity was maintained throughout the works.
Delivery & Installation
Stemko operated under approved RAMS and worked in close coordination with Collins Construction to maintain programme certainty.
The single-source model ensured:
- Clear accountability
- Reduced subcontractor interface complexity
- Consistent installation standards
- Full compliance documentation
The Outcome
The completed scheme delivered a robust, compliant and aesthetically refined doorset solution suitable for a modern education environment.
The project highlights Stemko’s strength in:
- High-spec education environments
- Combined timber and steel doorset packages
- Central London project coordination
- Compliance-led installation
Why Stemko?
The 265 Strand development highlights Stemko’s expertise in delivering high-performance doorset solutions within education environments, where durability, safety and finish quality must align seamlessly. Through certified supply and controlled installation, Stemko ensured long-term compliance while supporting programme certainty in a complex urban setting.