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Outstanding school framed in steel
The recently opened Hope Academy in Newton-le-Willows, near Warrington, has been submitted for a BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ rating aided in part by its steel …
Framework takes shape quietly for Derby school
More than 1,200t of structural steelwork is being used to construct the new £34M campus for the Noel-Baker Community School in Derby. Working on behalf of …
Revamp takes shape at Preston academy
The £25M redevelopment of the Fulwood Academy in Preston, Lancashire is nearing completion, with all structural steelwork erection having been completed. The …
New bridge strikes a chord
Chetham’s School of Music has achieved a significant milestone in its £36M redevelopment with the installation of a bridge to connect new 21st century …
Sustainability draws on crystalline design
A complex steel framed structure consisting of two interlocking triangular forms with multiple facets will house a centre devoted to showcasing sustainability. …
Heart of glass and steel
A bespoke steel and glass atrium forms the central hub of a recently completed school in Harlow. NSC reports. This month the new Passmores School and …
Excellence achieved at sports centre
Lancaster University, an establishment renowned for its sporting ties, has a new state-of-the-art steel framed sports centre, now open to staff, students, …
SSDA 2011 – The Hauser Forum, Cambridge
Incorporating a strikingly large cantilever over an adjacent water feature, the Hauser Forum project has used structural steelwork to achieve all of its …
Smart building aims for excellence
Forming part of a multi-million pound project, an innovative teaching and workshop centre aimed at supporting low carbon enterprises is making use of a number …
Acoustics drive design
The University of Birmingham is building a new concert hall, one which will provide state of the art performance and rehearsal space as well as enhancing the …
