NEWS PROJECT Newcastle’s green future


Architect SimpsonHaugh and Partners have completed Verde, a striking 543-room student accommodation complex opposite St James’ Park stadium in the centre of Newcastle, consisting of two buildings. The main 11-storey building’s glazed,


green facade is combined with a prow which rises to a create a “focal point at the northern gateway to the university’s Science Central site,” said the architects. They added: “Its crisp angles help to define views and capture changes in reflected and refracted natural light.” A landscaped courtyard has also been


created with elevations comprising silver aluminium panels rising two storeys in two different finishes, resulting in a checker- board pattern. Designed for student accommodation provider Downing, the development


GUIDE


BSRIA tackles building efficiency in new guide


Independent building testing body BSRIA has released a new guide to performance evaluation in domestic buildings in a bid to help architects make homes more energy efficient. The organisation stated that despite


contains a total of 431 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, plus 112 studio flats.


“genuine intentions” to create efficient homes, the industry is still “missing the mark,” as buildings do not always perform as designed. The guide is a general introduction to BPE that explains its benefits, how it can be carried out and what activities and methods can be used on projects to address issues related to energy effi- ciency and occupant comfort. Copies can be obtained at bsria.co.uk


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