University refurbishment and link building extension in the heart of Sheffield city centre

Located within the city campus, the £11m re-development is the result of an interdisciplinary collaboration between the engineering, maths, chemistry, and biosciences departments.

The radical transformation of the 1960s Sheaf and Eric Menforth buildings creates an additional 11,500 sq.m. of modern facilities to support increasing numbers of STEM students. It now offers flexible, student-centred learning environments to nurture enterprising, work-ready graduates. The innovative design and technical solution enabled the introduction of cutting-edge robotics; automotive, electrical and chemistry laboratories; and a flight simulator suite.

A new atrium links the two re-modelled buildings, creating a vibrant social heart space. It is uplifting, flooded with natural light and full of activity and colour, with feature stairs, a café, a breakout area, and the student help desk/admin. Easy access welcomes in the public so future students can interact with work showcased in the exhibition forum.