ONE of the UK’s top property companies is investing £1.5 million into refurbishing its Kingswinford headquarters.

London & Cambridge Properties, based on the Pensnett Estate, will see its LCP House undergo a major refit throughout the next six months and has commissioned local companies to undertake the work.

The three-storey property, which dates back to the 1960s, is being re-clad and will also feature a brise soleil, a high-tech exterior shading system that helps to control solar heat.

Inside, a major reconfiguration of space will see cellular offices replaced with an open-plan system.

Nick Burgess, managing director, said: “We pride ourselves on providing our tenants with good quality commercial properties and have ploughed millions over the years into our property portfolio.

“We are growing rapidly as a company and we want our head office to be a true reflection of our professionalism and ambition for the future.

“This major refurbishment will bring the building into the 21st century.”

Other works include installation of new windows, improved parking facilities and new front entrance.

The company is using Black Country companies in the refurbishment, having commissioned architects GH Design Ltd and Stanford Construction as the appointed contractor, both of which are also based on the Pensnett Estate, to undertake the design and construction work.

Work has already begun and it is expected to be completed by Easter 2016.