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New urban oasis created at the Natural History Museum
T
he previously underused fi ve-acre gardens around the Natural History Museum in London have been remarkably transformed in a scheme by architects Feilden Fowles. Working closely with landscape architects J & L Gibbons, and a design team including Gitta Gschwendtner, engineers HRW and Max Fordham, a new urban oasis has been created alongside a Nature Activity Centre supported by AWS and Garden Kitchen cafe. The project rejuvenates the grounds of this well-loved museum and creates an immersive timeline of the evolution of the earth which is now fully accessible for the fi rst time. Geological eras are represented in banded strata of rock and the garden now features a full-size bronze Diplodocus called Fern. The result is a tactile living laboratory called the Urban Nature Project. The Nature Activity Centre and Garden Kitchen blend in harmony with the green space and have been designed in close association with the museum’s scientists with
thought and care, using natural materials with low embodied carbon. The frame is created from UK limestone under a Douglas fi r roof with cedar shingles. Douglas fi r doors, windows and columns adorn the inside. Working with acoustic consultants Max Fordham, Troldtekt wood wool acoustic panels have been utilised through the ceilings to help combat reverberating sound and create a calm and welcoming atmosphere. Troldtekt’s wood wool acoustic panels are Cradle to Cradle Certifi ed®
at Gold
level and manufactured using wood from certifi ed forests (PEFC/09-31-030 and FSC®
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a building’s BREEAM, WELL or LEED points. Panels can also be manufactured with FUTURECEM®
30% lower carbon footprint than that of Troldtekt based on white cement. Depending on the panel specifi ed, reaction to fi re is classed in accordance with EN 13501 as B-s1,d0 or A2-s1,d0 respectively.
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Available in a wide variety of different structures and colours, they combine optimal sound absorption with an award-winning design. The Troldtekt range has a minimum expected life cycle of 60 years coupled with excellent resistance to humidity and tested to meet ball impact standards. Panels can be supplied as natural wood, unpainted based on FUTURECEM™
offering a reduced carbon
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case studies and technical
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Protecting Healthcare Environments H
ealthcare facilities are among the most demanding buildings to maintain. High levels of foot
traffi c, the constant movement of beds, trolleys and medical equipment, combined with rigorous cleaning routines, place huge pressure on interior walls and doors. Without adequate protection, surfaces quickly become damaged, creating unnecessary repair costs and disruption. Yeoman Shield provides durable wall and door protection systems specifi cally developed to meet these challenges. From impact-resistant wall protection, handrails,
bed heads and corner guards to robust door protection panels, our products are designed to reduce damage, extend the life cycle of building fabric and support hygiene standards. This not only helps control maintenance budgets but also ensures hospital and care environments remain safe and welcoming. Fire safety is another critical consideration. Fire doors play a vital role in containing fi re and smoke, giving staff and patients the time needed to evacuate safely. Through our accredited Fire Door Services, Yeoman Shield delivers inspection, maintenance and remedial work to keep doors compliant and fully operational, avoiding costly replacements while ensuring legal obligations are met. To complement our protection and fi re safety solutions, Yeoman Shield also offers a complete installation service, delivered by our experienced in-house team. This ensures every project is fi tted to the highest standards, with
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