Main Roof
10/05/2011
Preparation for constructing the timber framed grid shell roof which spreads over the majority of the Forum Project is getting underway. Strategically placed Glass and EFTE panels will give a dappled spread of light throughout the main atrium of the Forum Building - inspired by the large collection of trees on campus - the roofs design will mirror the abstract shade of a natural canopy.
The preparatory works needed in order to assemble such a large structure are a challenge of their own. Sir Robert McAlpine’s staff have been working on designing the complex birdcage scaffold structure that will provide temporary support to workers and the roof itself whilst construction is ongoing.
View from one of the Forum tower cranes. Beleschenko Glass
10/05/2011
The specially commissioned glass artwork designed by South West artist Alexander Beleschenko is starting to be fitted and is the major new artwork going into the scheme. The new Reception building being constructed as part of the Forum Project has a glass frontage featuring ceramic printed glass comprised of bands of colour. An early glimpse of the glass work, as well as the rapidly progressing Piazza and Stocker Road, can be seen from North Park road by the new INTO building.
View from inside the new university reception. The first of the Beleschenko printed glass panels are installed on the left hand side.
Auditorium
10/05/2011
Work has started on the outer finish of the 400 seat high-tech Auditorium. The final finish of the building will be inclined red brick, providing a homage to some of the older buildings on the Streatham campus.
The outside of the auditorium will be finished in red brick.Bridges
10/05/2011
Two prefabricated bridges that will span The Street have been lifted into position. After passing this milestone work can get fully underway on creating the supporting structures for the construction of the main roof. The bridges will give access between the Library, Auditorium and Exploration Labs and on into Devonshire House.
View of the Street looking down from the auditorium entrance hall. Library Level -1
10/01/2011
As the Library refurbishment project progresses the brighter, lighter and more comfortable style is rolling out over the entire building. This can now be can be seen in level -1 as the first totally refurbished floor to become operational. All new fixtures, fittings and bespoke furniture in the silent study and group work areas ensure a maximised student experience.
Visit the Library Flickr pages for more photos of the new floor.
First students descend on Library Level -1
