Buxton was appointed to deliver the refurbishment and remodelling of the Prince Michael of Kent Building at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, part of the charity’s long-term estate development on its London SW8 site. The works comprised the complete remodelling of the existing Kent Building rehoming centre, including the removal of the existing green pantiled roof and its replacement with a dark-stained glulam timber-framed structure to house new mechanical plant equipment. To reduce visual impact from neighbouring apartment buildings, green louvres were inserted above the external plant enclosures. Internally, the refurbishment involved upgrading and reconfiguring the space for rehoming use. The project included the refurbishment of 109 kennels and 16 cat pens, together with ancillary rooms, staff areas and a remodelled reception area with interview and handover rooms, improving both functionality and welfare conditions for animals and staff. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is one of the UK’s oldest and best-known animal rescue charities, established in 1860 and caring for dogs and cats until their owners are found or a new home is secured. It continues to operate as a major rehoming and welfare facility in London and beyond. The refurbished building was officially re-opened by His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent, reflecting the ongoing patronage and support the charity receives from its royal associates. Delivering this project on a live animal care campus required careful logistics planning and management. Working adjacent to other ongoing rehoming and veterinary activities, the Buxton team coordinated access, deliveries and noise/dust controls to minimise disruption to animal welfare and charity operations. This project reinforces Buxton’s strong working relationship with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and demonstrates our capability to deliver sensitive refurbishment works within active, purpose-led environments, supporting both operational needs and long-term site development.