Written by cube_design ltd
cube_design were appointed in 2005, to develop an educational masterplan for the rationalisation of the school site which led to the opening in October 2008 of a “state of the art” teaching facility for Science, Music, ICT and Learning Skills.
The client team had a very clear and dynamic vision to create a building, which would raise the spirits of the students, reflect the aspirations of the school and support the already high quality of the educational achievement.
The new development fronts onto Two Hedges Road, providing a clearly identifiable main entrance and reception.
The sweeping two storey curved façade provides a major contrast to the existing school buildings.
The upper level is clad in copper, creating a vibrant façade to the boundary and providing a warm contrast to the white, rendered walls that front onto the inner courtyards. The translucent rodeca accentuates the concept of the floating base.
The design and the completed scheme has created a totally integrated building successfully knitting the existing with the new.
The works focused on creating a sense of identity and arrival for the school whilst providing appropriate teaching spaces to replace below standard and inefficient accommodation spread across a disparate campus.
Specialist copper contractor - Richardson Roofing Ltd
Main contractor - Norwest Holst Ltd
