december news
Edwin Stokes, Stage One’s Director of Composite Development, commented, “working closely with the architect and client we were able to realise the Dragon, without compromise, from the 3D computer model to the finished product we now see.” He continued, “the complex nature of the piece required input from our in- house CAD department, woodwork department, CNC machining facilities and FRP laminating and paint departments.”
Innovative retail design
A Hampshire architectural practice, HPW, has beaten international retail name, Harrods, to win a top national retail industry award for the design of the in- store restaurant at the Van Hage Garden Centre in Peterborough. HPW beat Harrods’ Caffè Florian and Frescobaldi to win Retail Week Interiors award for the Best In-Store Restaurant of the Year – with the creation of an innovative eatery at the 50,000 sq ft Peterborough garden centre which opened its doors for trading earlier this year. The garden centre, which opened its doors for trading earlier this year, features a Himalayan coffee bar and cafe inspired by Indonesia.
“As an initial thought, the geographical location of Peterborough and the low lying Fens were considered by the design team but thinking that would be a little obvious, the idea of suggesting an environment of high altitude and difference came to mind. This led to the suggestion of putting in a colourful environment inspired by Tibet and the Himalayas. The use of abstracted references led to a central stone cairn with a cloud of prayer flags,” commented HPW Director
Gradon saves gateshead landmark
GRADONARCHITECTURE, an innovative and dynamic architectural practice based in Gateshead, has announced a scheme has been approved to save a locally listed building by turning it into a
facility for local businesses and the community. Planning was granted this week to turn the church in the heart of Ryton, into a creative workspace to be known as NE40 Studios. Graham McDarby, Design Director of GRADONARCHITECTURE, is also a resident of Ryton so the project is close to his heart: “A number of would be developers have considered alternative uses for the former church, most recently to demolish it and replace it with apartments and parking. The church and adjacent hall are a key part of the heritage of Ryton and will now be retained and sustained with uses, which will continue to benefit the community. The creative arts and employment uses will provide a platform for the long term preservation of the buildings.” As part of launching the space, which should now be ready to use by the end of the year, GRADONARCHITECTURE and Gateshead Council’s Economic Development Service are looking for artisans and creatives to state their interest in the space, as it will be given on a first come first served basis.
Gary Wilburn. Growing bamboo screens and mobiles of autumn leaved branches overhead helped evoke the atmosphere in the 260-cover restaurant.
perfectly. Having obtained planning permission, we were offered the opportunity to purchase the historic building.” Morgan Carey Architects worked very closely with Planning Officers during the three-year restoration project, and the result provides an impressive example of how a listed building can be brought a new lease of life in a sustainable way.
Photo caption from L-R, D Mark Carey – Director, Sharon Morgan – Director, Ken Morgan – Director, Brenda Agar, Ed Babington, Paul Harrington – Director, David Gill, Jim Roberts, John Cox, Nicola Whitmarsh, Carol Cox, Julia Grant, Benjamin Thomson New Address: Morgan Carey Architects, The Goods Shed, Sandford Lane, Wareham, Dorset BH20 4DX
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