Sitting at the heart of the Queensgate Campus and having a positive impact on the townscape, this six-storey development was commissioned to enhance the student experience by providing a single, welcoming point of access to student support services, the library, computing, sport, leisure, and catering facilities.
Achieving maximum adaptability within inspirational spaces was a core design philosophy. Our solution resolved complex issues relating to demolition, tying into existing floors and facades, and forming simple, effective connections between new and old, whilst meeting a demanding brief.
At entrance level, we created an extensive learning resource concourse and social space, which connects to support services and the library. The central 7,000sq.m. sports facility, Active Hud, incorporates a multifunctional arena with retractable seating for 900; squash courts; a 100-station fitness suite; multi-purpose studios; a treatment/physio room; and changing. It also contains a Vice Chancellor corporate suite.
So neighbouring buildings could remain operational, we helped devise a carefully planned six-phase construction programme which included the safe demolition of two campus buildings. Using BIM helped us produce the construction information quickly and accurately.
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