The original swimming pool, no longer adequate in environmental terms or competition dimensions, is replaced by a new 25 metre, 6 lane, level deck pool located in the space between the north wing and the squash courts. The two storey volume vacated by the original pool is now divided by a new floor into changing rooms and a studio theatre at the lower level, and a new music department at the upper. |
Substantial noise control measures are required to accommodate this department successfully in the heart of the building. Floating box construction eliminates sound transfer in either direction, whilst perimeter spaces borrow daylight and enjoy views through the quadrangle atrium and the new swimming pool. |
This phase of development has solved several long standing problems whilst adding further interest. |
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Commercial projects have formed the core of the practice workload for a number of years. These include High Street Banks, Hotels, Company Headquarters and Major Logistics facilities. |
WHp is aware of the financial imperatives of this sector and endeavours to inject design quality, where a return on investment can be demonstrated. We feel it is vital not to lose site of the intangible benefits to customers and staff of an uplifting environment. |