This new two-storey extension was developed in response to the School’s desire to provide a stimulating environment for its pupils, and to Leicester City Council Conservation Team’s wish to provide a striking modern design, accessible to all, that complements the traditional Victorian style of the existing school.
- Location:
- Leicester
- Services:
- Budget:
- £1m
- Client:
- Leicester City Council
- Size:
- 120 m2 GIA
- Awards:
- Procon Leicestershire Small Scheme of the Year - Winner
- Sector:
- Education - Primary
An intrinsic element of the new building design was to create a visually stimulating and modern addition, contrasting with the red brick of the existing school whilst respecting the fabric of this Grade II Listed building.
A Listed building is often an inherently hostile environment to those with limited mobility and other disabilities.
The provision of a fully inclusive environment was a design priority from the inception of the scheme and it is a fitting testament that this was achieved, despite the constraints of the historic fabric.
Level entrances make the school fully accessible for all. A new lift provides access to all rooms and storeys and a colour and signage scheme allows easy navigation for the partially and non-sighted.
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