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Project 0633

University of Winchester, St Alphege Building

A new teaching and learning building for the King Alfred Campus providing 10 flexible teaching studios, breakout spaces, a high-level rooftop extension, and a glazed atrium linking to an existing campus building.

Location Hampshire
Client University of Winchester
Architect Design Engine Architects
Status Complete (2012)
GIA 1,797m²
Feature

Key features

Working to a tight schedule

HTS worked to an accelerated programme of six months from appointment to starting on site.

Steel frame superstructure on chalk

Steel frame superstructure on spread footings into chalk on a steep, sloping site, with composite beams spanning up to 15m.

Low operational carbon

Floors consist of 12m precast planks containing cast-in water pipes, providing cooling to the exposed thermal mass of the concrete soffits within the naturally ventilated classrooms.

Feature staircase

A feature scissor stair with an exposed structure is incorporated in the central atrium.

Awards

2014 Civic Trust Award Won
2013 RIBA Award Sustainability Won
2013 City of Winchester Trust Award Won
Photography by Nick Kane & Design Engine

Project Team