Fareham College, London
Fareham College has invested 1.4million into a new, state-of-the-art ‘Energy Hub’ facility that will support the development of young people in the area.
The college wanted to transform their outdated and abandoned sports hall into a vibrant and exhilarating space that incorporated cutting-edge technology into its design. Featuring electric and hybrid charging stations, ground and air heat pumps, and smart home technologies, this new space is known as the ‘Energy Hub’.
This new facility will pave the way for future generations by delivering the best education and technology resources for those looking to explore a career in construction and engineering. The aim of this new hub is to educate, mentor, and upskill college students for careers in engineering and construction.
AW400 Series with zircon rb35 expanded mesh with a powder coat zinc yellow finish
Spread across a 9,000-sq-ft space, the design reinforces the renewable energy ethos and encourages sustainability. The design intent emphasised the need to create a sizeable open-plan environment that is inspirational, collaborative, and practical in order to fulfil future demand and industry needs.
We were approached by Scape Construct and asked to consult on a suitable solution for the walls. The team at Fareham College wanted textured and vibrant wall panels with lights fitted to them in a zigzag pattern. Our AW400 series in mild steel was specified as the most suitable product for this project.
The angle-framed metal panel system was fitted with our Zircon RB35 expanded mesh and was powder coated in zinc yellow, which was a direct match to the floor colour. We supplied 25 panels for the walls, plus an additional 3 panels for the charging bay walls and ceiling. The whole design of the ‘Energy Hub’ focused on a yellow framework with an industrial look incorporated throughout the design. The striking and bold design oozes creativity.
