Materials
Materials are critical in the development of the Library Learning Centre and IT Suite, and we prioritise quality, sustainability, and cost effectiveness.
This is how we manage material resources.
Material Selection
We evaluate and compare various materials using a material selector tool or database, taking into account criteria such as durability, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
Materials are carefully chosen to comply with design specifications, performance standards, and financial constraints.
Problem Identification:
We identified possible material selection, availability, cost, and quality issues that might affect the building process.
Anticipating and tackling these difficulties early on helps us to reduce risks and ensure a smooth project delivery.
Solution Implementation
Material-related difficulties are addressed by innovative solutions, such as obtaining alternative materials or optimising supply chain operations.
Collaboration with suppliers and contractors allows the deployment of cost-effective and sustainable material solutions that match project specifications.
Steel Frames
Steel beams are crucial structural elements in building construction, providing strength, stability, and versatility for long spans and heavy loads.
Provide structural strength and stability.
Versatile enough to accommodate various design configurations.
Long lasting and corrosion-resistant.
It is necessary for large spans and heavy loads.
Facilitate the efficient execution of construction processes.
Glass Panels
Glass panels are a popular architectural feature in modern buildings, providing natural light, aesthetic appeal, and a spacious, open environment through their versatile use in windows and doors.
Allow natural light into the building's interior.
Increase aesthetic appeal and modernity.
Create an open and spacious environment.
Suitable for use in windows, doors, and facades.
Reduce the use of artificial lighting to improve energy efficiency.
Soundproof Insulations
Insulation is critical for establishing a comfortable home environment since it regulates temperature and reduces energy usage. Installed in walls, floors, and roofs, it minimises heat loss or gain, resulting in increased energy efficiency and savings.
Control indoor temperature and increase comfort.
Insulation functions as a sound barrier, thereby lowering noise transmission.
Control the indoor temperature to improve comfort.
Reduce your energy consumption and utility bills.
Located between walls, floors, and roofs.
Prevent heat loss or gain to increase energy efficiency.
Brick Cladding
Brick cladding is a decorative exterior finishing technique that adds texture, color, and a traditional aesthetic to a building's walls, increasing its visual appeal and durability.
Provides a decorative and protective coating for the building's exterior.
Adds texture, colour, and a traditional look.
Improves the building's visual appeal and durability.
Provides excellent weather resistance and low maintenance.
Contributes to thermal insulation, which increases energy efficiency.
Pitched Roof
The new library building at High Storrs School will have a pitched roof. Roof tiles offer various advantages, including durability, aesthetic appeal, and energy efficiency.
The new library's slanted roof will be made of steel frames, which will provide long-term durability and structural stability.
Premium roof tiles engineered to withstand harsh weather conditions, ensure lifespan, and require little maintenance.
The roof tiles reflect sunlight and limit heat absorption, thereby increasing energy efficiency and lowering environmental impact.
The roof tiles are elegantly designed and available in a variety of colours, complementing the building's architectural style and encouraging a visually pleasant environment.