interiors


Cambridge school benefits from natural light


boundaries of architectural design for educational establishments. And, in order to facilitate the project, the products of roof light manufacturer, Xtralite have been called on to provide as much natural light as possible ensuring a pleasant environment for both children and staff. Willmott Dixon, contractors of the


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University of Cambridge Primary School on the development, has installed a range of products from Xtralite equating to over 350 sqm of glazing in different areas of the school including the hall, dining hall, classrooms and seminar rooms. Fraser Driver, design manager for


Willmott Dixon, commented: “The unique, cutting edge design of this circular school meant that we needed complete flexibility from our suppliers to be able to fulfil the architect’s brief and we are delighted with the service and the quality of the products from the Xtralite team.” The units predominantly were Xtralite


X-Span - a bespoke site assembled glazing system that can be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. In this case, a self- supporting, thermally


enhanced trapezium wedge shaped roof light system that was pitched at 15° was created to allow for the unusual shape and curves of the building. Other products specified included opening roof lights operated by chain to allow ventilation which were situated throughout selected areas of the building. “The whole project demonstrates


visionary planning and architectural design by Marks Barfield Architects,


creators of the London Eye, whom I understand liaised with the University’s Faculty of Education and leading educational experts to create a learning environment that will stimulate students and fulfil its aims of being a University Training School,” commented Jim Lowther sales director Xtralite.


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Dundee school campus specifies multi- accessible toilets


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UNDEE City Council is undertaking a £350million investment plan including regeneration of the


waterfront, affordable housing and new schools. As part of the project, specifiers have chosen specialist equipment from Closomat, to create accessible toilet facilities.


Campus features a Closomat Palma Vita shower (wash & dry) toilet with height adjustable washbasin and ceiling track hoist. Looking like, and capable of being used as a conventional WC, the Closomat Palma Vita has integrated douching and drying. As a result, all pupils, irrespective of ability, can rely on the Closomat to clean them efficiently and consistently. The provision of a hoist means should pupils need help to transfer from a wheelchair, this can be done safely and securely for them, and support staff. “Education is becoming more and more


inclusive, so it makes sense to include specialist accessible fixtures and fittings from the outset, to future-proof, and achieve the best use of available resources,” explained Dundee City Council capital projects team project manager Duncan


Myers. “Accessibility provision simultaneously extends the scope of the school building for community use out of hours.” Claire Haymes, Closomat away from


home/CDM specialist, commented: “The number of disabled schoolchildren has increased by more than 60% in the past 25 years, and the majority are in mainstream schooling. “Over and above that, there have been


recent reports of the growing number of children starting school who are not toilet trained with staff spending 30 hours a week helping children go to the toilet. Figures also indicate that 10% of pupils have a continence issue. The showering and drying technology in a Closomat ensures freshness is assured.”


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SCHOOL in Cambridge, with unprecedented links to the City’s University, has pushed the


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