This photo: Lockers cater for all needs – from big families to singles. Photos left hand page: The centre is breaking the design and use mould
together with shoes and mobile phones; to those designed for users on their way to and from work and need to hang a suit of clothes, while also storing away sports bag and shoes; down to users who arrive pre-changed ready for their activity and just require convenient lockers to stow away car keys, mobile phones, purses or wallets. We needed the full range.” Gibbs proved pivotal in the design,
drawing on his 25 years of experience to help steer the architects. “John knows what works and what doesn’t,” says McKellar. “He knows how to design a space to accommodate the right numbers of units and to cater for the wide demographic at our centre. “The architects couldn’t understand
why we needed such a range of lockers or separate wet and dry areas, so Craftsman’s guidance was invaluable in this process. Without that input, we may not have got it right.” In total, 10 separate changing areas
have been installed, with two upstairs spaces dedicated solely to gym-goers. All lockers serving the downstairs leisure provision are positioned outside the changing room itself, allowing for greater functionality.
quality look and feel The right choice of colour and material was also key, and it was Craftsman’s design nous which came to the fore once more. “When dealing with wet, dry and outdoor-use facilities, you need
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the right materials to ensure they last the course,” says McKellar. “Robust hinges and solid construction were essential and Craftsman offered the best, most comprehensive solution.” McKellar also stood fi rm on the
colour pallet for Linwood, wanting to ensure the centre maintains a ‘classic’ look and feel for customers over the years ahead. “We wanted neutral tones that wouldn’t age, focusing on natural shades and wood effect. It’s best for longevity and in line with our future- proofi ng objectives,” she explains. “I fought hard to achieve what I
wanted and not bow to pressure to opt for on-trend colours. Functionality over fad was paramount. We once opted for bright orange lockers. They looked great at the time, but now the colour scheme is dated. The colour pallet for Linwood is timeless, so we won’t suffer the same problem again.” She adds: “Changing rooms are
at the very heart of every facility, providing two opportunities: to impress or depress. If you’re not comfortable in the changing rooms, especially when partially clothed, you’re prone to feeling vulnerable, with the experience proving less than pleasant. You will not return, as generally people are slow to complain, preferring simply to go elsewhere.”
Craftsman delivers bespoke changing solutions for wet and dry changing
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rooms for leisure centres throughout the UK, offering a complete range of lockers from: ● Family lockers able to accommodate the belongings of three to four family members ● Parent and child lockers ● Lockers for the wheelchair and ambulant abled ● Clothes hanging lockers ● Holdall lockers ● Stow and go lockers for those who come pre-changed ● Valuables lockers for mobiles, keys, etc Every Craftsman installation is
designed to incorporate the range of lockers required by your potential clients including vanity areas, bench seating, cubicles showers and WCs.
Tel: +44 (0)1480 405396
Email:
johng@cqlockers.co.uk www.cqlockers.co.uk
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