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University of Brighton - Cockcroft Building

Pre-construction services, design brief development and 10 storey refurbishment. Procured via the IESE framework
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Project Stats

Duration
98 weeks
Value
£22million
Size
150,000 sq ft
Sector
Education

Project Story

We were truly proud to be awarded this project, won under the iESE framework, to carry out pre-construction services for the Cockcroft Building and develop the design brief in conjunction with our project partners. We agreed with a design proposal including a complete strip-out on each floor, followed by a comprehensive refurbishment over 10 storeys. All the existing windows were replaced with new insulation and finishes installed on the existing roofs. A timber decking system created new terraces at the 8th floor, enhanced by the installation of new balustrades together with a brise soleil.

This project won the inaugural Architecture Today awards for 'Buildings that stand the test of time' in the education category in 2023.
Project Outcomes
  • New services provided throughout
  • BIM level 1 implemented during the refurbishment
  • The works took place while the building remained in occupation.

Project Team

Consultant team
Architect: Fraser Brown McKenna
Structural Engineer: Curtins Consulting
Services Engineer: Mott MacDonald
Cost Consultant: Burnley Wilson Fish

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