Client: London Borough of Bromley
Situated off Beckenham High Street, the Spa project comprised the redevelopment of a Victorian pool hall site, which contained three dilapidated, under-used pools.
The Spa boasts a 25m, eight-lane competition swimming pool and a 20m x 10m teaching pool with a moveable floor. Further accommodation includes a health and fitness suite, changing rooms and offices.
Hoare Lea's aim was to provide a fresh, healthy, comfortable and safe environment. Working with the architect, a clean, simple structure was delivered. This was achieved by integrating the technical services with the fabric of the building.
Client: The Steeplechase Co (Cheltenham)
An extension to the existing grandstand, the five-storey stand comprises 750 seats in the stand, 220 seats in private boxes and a cantilevered 250-seat restaurant with panoramic views. The scheme also features bars and private dining areas.
Displacement ventilation systems were essential in providing fresh air to all the main areas of the facility. All engineering systems were designed to accommodate varying occupancy levels to ensure energy conservation.
Client: Welsh Rugby Union
The 130 million stadium seats 73,500 spectators and was the first in the UK to have a retractable roof. The stadium required the development of ground-breaking engineering systems as, at the time of the design, it was the highest single populated space in Europe.
Hoare Lea investigated daylight levels required for turf growth by modelling the stadium in an artificial sky. The fire strategy was also developed using computer modelling.
Acoustic modelling was vital to limit noise breakout and to ensure that the internal acoustic environment could cater for events ranging from rugby matches to classical concerts. The moving roof system ensures weather protection and control of noise breakout.
Client: Surrey Cricket Club
Hoare Lea was appointed up to planning application stage. The aim was to design a concept providing flexibility for alternative fit-out solutions for the hospitality suites, while maintaining the integrity of the architectural design.
The need for flexible servicing drove a solution that relied on temporary power generation for broadcasting and concessions. Hoare Lea Acoustics designed noise level reduction techniques for local power generators. A large roof provided opportunities for rainwater harvesting for pitch irrigation and other greywater uses.
A modular design solution with maximum offsite prefabrication was implemented. This maximised the speed of construction in the time between the playing seasons.
Client: London Borough of Bromley
Situated off Beckenham High Street, the Spa project comprised the redevelopment of a Victorian pool hall site, which contained three dilapidated, under-used pools.
The Spa boasts a 25m, eight-lane competition swimming pool and a 20m x 10m teaching pool with a moveable floor. Further accommodation includes a health and fitness suite, changing rooms and offices.
Hoare Lea's aim was to provide a fresh, healthy, comfortable and safe environment. Working with the architect, a clean, simple structure was delivered. This was achieved by integrating the technical services with the fabric of the building.
