Refurbishment D
esign and construction work for Waterloo’s refurbishment was carried out within the constraints posed by a late- Edwardian era site and building fabric. SAS International worked on three separate phases of Waterloo station’s refurbishment alongside a range of designers and project teams. The most recent phase was in 2012 when a new balcony level was incorporated to maximise retail space and reduce congestion on the concourse, helped by the installation of escalators and the relocation of shops from the middle of the main concourse to the balcony. At 220 metres in length the balcony is visually very striking, due in no small part to the materials chosen. A very modern aesthetic was chosen which manages to expose the older stone and brick vertical interior façade. At such a major hub the services provided for ease of flow and for leisure are regarded as equally important, hence the balcony also features new retail outlets to enhance the customer experience and provide additional income. Working under BAM Construction, SAS International’s project management team designed and installed an innovative solution for the curved aluminium soffit cladding to the underside of the new mezzanine level and escalators.
It can reduce lead-times and improve quality. Site health and safety is improved and usually fewer operatives are required on site.
Durability provides for longevity The demand for innovative and interesting interiors must be balanced with the use of high-performance products since durability at transportation hubs is vital.
Ease of access for maintenance and cleaning are crucial for longevity, security and safety and place special demands on material choice and finishes of the fit-out solutions specified.
The upkeep of an interior can dictate how a building will endure and function so difficulties in maintenance or in accessing areas can affect sustainability if damage is incurred. The ability to ‘design in’ options from the outset for effective on-going maintenance and ease of access, along with consideration for increasing numbers of passengers, provides for time and resource savings.
The open nature of a station concourse means it is subject to external temperature changes. To that end metal solutions provide a durable surface that is easy to clean and allow ease of access for essential ongoing maintenance, without damage. For example, a bespoke soffit lining has been installed at Blackfriars Station, London. Triangular metal panels are suspended internally and externally from the structural steel work. The aluminium panels will provide the station with a durable and robust solution which is less prone to long-term damage than other materials.
Safety and security Working with a manufacturer at design stage can fulfil functionality as well as health and safety demands for ongoing maintenance. Architectural metalwork solutions can balance visual appeal with enhanced performance qualities. Ceiling panels, for example, can provide a swing down option for ease of access to the services behind. These systems are designed to be fixed from behind to provide a safe and secure lock system for authorised access only.
A guarantee
The complexity of carrying out construction and renovation work for such projects underlines the importance of partnering with manufacturers to enable this. Design expertise, flexibility and an innovative approach are critical in this relationship.
Ultimately clients and contractors want to guarantee design, to deliver project value, and limit risk. •
Malcolm Stamper is marketing manager at SAS International
www.sasint.co.uk
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