Architecture
The building consists of two separate glazed structures set as a frame to an informal galleried atrium.
The service towers and studio and seminar accommodation are housed within a four-storey orthogonal block on the "City side" of the development.
The tutorial accommodation and technology suites are situated in a free-form three-storey block newly defined courtyard. The connection between the two blocks is a raised street within which all horizontal circulation is contained in galleries.
In this way street life becomes an aspect of the life of the building; common areas, adjoining offices and studios engage with the street the animate the building and imbue it with a sense of purpose.
Working details of escape stair is enclosed in glass block screen. Other materials include stainless steel cladding and concrete.
Accommodation includes seminar rooms, video-editing suites, lecture halls.
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