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Making acoustics work at the office T
intagel House, located on the Albert Embankment in Vauxhall has had a dramatic makeover thanks to the interior design by Universal Design Studio and architects Stanton Williams. A former Police station for over 50 years and home to the flying squad, the 12-storey block with its austere facade now comprises 8,800 m2 of flexible shared offices, together with a members’ bar,
cafe, gym, workshop and
events space. The block is now a thriving hub for entrepreneurs and independent businesses run by The Office Group. As part of the transformation, the design brief was to generate opportunities for people
to meet and connect. By overlaying references from hospitality,
culture, commerce and
workspace all under one roof, Universal Design Studio has created rich and varied spaces that push the boundaries of what a workspace can and should be. To help reduce waste, many of the original finishes from the existing building were reused,
including timber, concrete
and parquet flooring, as well as concrete and terrazzo finishes to the walls. With many hard surfaces, Troldtekt wood wool acoustic panels were specified throughout the ground floor lounge and multi-use spaces to solve the problems of acoustics and reverberating sound. Troldtekt acoustic panels are available in a variety of different structures and colours, combining superior sound absorption with an award-winning design. The Troldtekt range has a minimum expected life cycle of 50 years coupled with excellent resistance to humidity and tested to meet ball impact standards. The range is available in various sizes and structures, from extreme fine to fine. They can be supplied as natural wood
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or finished in almost any RAL or NCS colour. Depending on the panel specified, reaction
to fire is classed in accordance with EN 13501 as B-s1,d0 or A2-s1,d0 respectively. Cradle to Cradle Certified®
at Gold level, Troldtekt
wood wool acoustic panels are manufactured using wood from certified forests (PEFC™ and FSC®
C115450) and can contribute
positively to a building’s BREEAM, WELL or LEED points. Samples,
guidance are available from the website or see the Troldtekt product listings on NBS.
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Delivering safe and sustainable hot water A
s spring unfolds into summer, it
presents the perfect opportunity for architects to get outside to explore practical and eco-friendly shower solutions tailored for healthcare, accessible and aged care, mental health and secure, and leisure and education facilities. Horne’s Display Van or Roadshow, currently making its way across the UK, offers a personalised, hands- on experience with Horne’s tried and trusted thermostatic showers and Optitherm clinical taps,
and including the game-changing ILTDU, and TMV ranges.
Horne products are meticulously designed to meet the stringent demands of both public and private healthcare, mental health and secure facilities, to institutional
accommodations and recreational, Horne provides safe, wet
leisure and sport environments. For settings such as mental health and learning disability facilities,
robust,
hygienic, ligature-resistant shower designs. Each unit features an internal healthcare- approved thermostatic shower valve, for consistent and reliable warm water delivery, housed in a durable extruded aluminium panel, with precision engineering head and hand controls for longevity and reliability. A highlight for architects prioritising net zero design is our water (and energy) saving features. Timed-flow controls, flow regulators and optimised spray plate designs, minimise the wastage of pre-heated water, while still ensuring an effective shower experience. Enhance the eco-credentials of any project and contribute to water and energy efficiencies for improved BREEAM ratings. The Horne Roadshow is more than just a mobile showroom; it’s an integral resource for architects and project collaborators to evaluate Horne products first hand, engage in detailed discussions about specific project needs, and receive tailored advice from our
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experts. Our scheduling can be flexible to easily fit into your project timelines. Don’t wait for the usual exhibition circuits – the Roadshow is ready now to visit your office or site. Discover how Horne’s advanced integrated thermostatic solutions can elevate your next healthcare, secure,
or leisure
project conveniently and efficiently. Contact
Horne to schedule your
personalised Roadshow, and take a significant step towards integrating sustainable, durable, high-performance shower, tap and TMV systems into your designs.
01505 321455
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