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Sod Cutting for Nottingham High School
Representatives involved in the construction of a new state-of-the-art sixth form centre at Nottingham High School recently held a sod cutting ceremony on site as ground clearing works were completed and steelwork installation began.
The sixth form centre and senior school dining hall at Nottingham High School has been designed by Nottingham architects Maber Associates and is being built by G F Tomlinson Building Ltd. Kevin Fear, Nottingham High School headmaster, Simon Middlecote of Maber Architects and Bob West of G F Tomlinson gathered on site to mark the occasion.
Kevin Fear was reported to have said: "We are thrilled to see our new building under construction.  We are all looking forward to seeing the project develop to ensure that our sixth formers have the best possible facilities."
Maber Architect's Simon Middlecote added: "It's great that work is now underway.  The building's design is distinct and contemporary and will provide a vibrant new heart for the school that students can enjoy."
Bob West, Contracts Manager for G F Tomlinson Building Ltd, said: “G F Tomlinson are delighted to be involved as main contractor on this prestigious project to provide an increased, state of the art education facility that will sensitively complement the heritage of the buildings existing fabric’”
Located in the West Quad area, at the heart of the school’s buildings, the centre will provide spacious and modern facilities for both senior school and sixth form pupils. A 500 capacity dining hall with new kitchen facilities will be situated on the ground floor, leaving the current dining hall free for Junior School pupils. The first and second floors will be given over to Sixth Formers, housing a coffee bar / brasserie and large, bright social areas. A bridge link will also connect the social area to the library.
The materials for the new facilities include timber wall panelling, glazed balustrades and a striking white painted mezzanine which will both contrast with, and complement the existing buildings.
The roof enclosing the west quad will be covered in translucent cushions. Perimeter glazing between the existing high level walls and the underside of the new roof will allow it to visually ‘float’ above the new walls.
To ensure that the new development is as environmentally friendly as possible, the enclosed quad maximises the opportunities for natural light and natural ventilation. It will also have under floor heating which is able to run at a lower water temperature than more conventional radiators and long life construction materials will also be used.
The centre is due for completion and ready for occupation by September 2009.



















 

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