Newton and Arkwright Building, Nottingham University
New Architecture in East Midlands design by Hopkins Architects, England, UK
19 May 2011
Design: Hopkins Architects Partnership
RIBA Award winner, 19 May 2011
photo : Martine Hamilton Knight
Newton and Arkwright Building, Nottingham Trent University
The project involves the skilful renovation of two existing historic buildings to create a contemporary university facility. Entry to the ground floor is controlled from four axial points which lead to a top-lit central space between the two buildings making a complex series of spaces easily understandable and accessible.
photograph : Martine Hamilton Knight
The quality of light offers a pleasant environment for multi-functional break out spaces, relaxation and work areas appropriate to the learning environment. Glazed internal partitions create a sense of transparency and interest in the classroom environment.
The transition between new and old is seamless. The restoration work aimed to re-use as much of the building fabric as possible, exposing ceilings, facades and internal elevations that had been obscured for years.
photo : Martine Hamilton Knight
Newton and Arkwright Buildings Nottingham – Building Information
Title: Newton and Arkwright Buildings, Nottingham Trent University
Location: Goldsmith Street, Nottingham
Architect: Hopkins Architects Partnership
Client: Nottingham Trent University
Contractor: Bowmer & Kirkland
Structural Engineer: ARUP
Services Engineer: ARUP
image : Martine Hamilton Knight
Contract Value: £90m
Date of completion: Mar 2010
Gross internal area: 31,183 sqm
Michael Hopkins of Hopkins Architects
Location: Goldsmith Street, Nottingham, Midlands, central England, UK
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