Communal
All communal areas are subject to much heavier usage. Therefore, any designs and materials must be robust and easy to maintain.
Reception Areas
Reception areas are important focal points for all educational institutions. They should provide a warm welcoming environment for students, visitors and staff. Designs should also encompass security and functionality.
Corridor and Stairwells
Corridors and Stairwells experience high volumes of traffic. Good design coupled with durable and easy maintainable finishes are a must.
Dining Areas
Diet is important to ensure that the concentration levels of students remain high. Dining areas should be built to last whilst providing a welcoming environment.
A mezzanine floor was built at the College of Richard Collyer to provide additional recreational space above the main dining hall.
Toilets
With the latest pre-plumbed systems pipework can be concealed behind access panels. Washroom facilities can now be designed to minimalise vandalism and provide a safe and hygienic environment without compromising on appearance.
Disabled Facilities
Part M of the Building Regulations has dramatically changed requirements for disabled access in schools. Although these requirements increase capital costs they provide the essential foundation for the integration of disabled and able-bodied students into educational institutions.