Internally, a network of spaces, differentiated in scale and character, provides an engaging, high quality environment for staff and students. These spaces have been designed to provide access to views, a strong sense of materiality and an appreciation of varying qualities of daylight. The majority of the building is also naturally ventilated and locally controlled as part of an innovative and sustainable environmental strategy. The sequence of spaces has been designed to promote interaction between students, delegates and staff through the provision of generous foyer and circulation spaces which create opportunities for informal meetings and discussion. These spaces extend the existing foyers and stairs which characterise the successful social heart of the existing building.

This project will be relevant to BCO members interested in best practice examples for creating workspaces that support co-creation and collaboration.