Architect's Impression
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
New Operational Hub
New Operational Hub
The concept for the Operational Hub and the site where it is located has been informed by the initial analysis in order to develop a proposal which sensitively responds to the opportunities and constraints of the site, and immediate context, as well as longer-term aspirations set out in the emerging North East Cambridge Area Action Plan. The proposal is part of Cambridge City Council’s drive to net zero by 2030, and has focused on the promotion of its ‘One Council’ ethos, mixing operational and office teams.
The concept for the Operational Hub and the site where it is located has been informed by the initial analysis in order to develop a proposal which sensitively responds to the opportunities and constraints of the site, and immediate context, as well as longer-term aspirations set out in the emerging North East Cambridge Area Action Plan. The proposal is part of Cambridge City Council’s drive to net zero by 2030, and has focused on the promotion of its ‘One Council’ ethos, mixing operational and office teams.
The proposed scheme will refurbish one of the existing buildings on the site with a new build extension to create a high-quality operational hub for Cambridge City Council. On the ground floor the layout provides entrance area with reception and seating for visitors; training area; store areas; meeting rooms; toilets and changing areas; plant room spaces; shared kitchen; Union office and showers including accessible facilities.
The proposed scheme will refurbish one of the existing buildings on the site with a new build extension to create a high-quality operational hub for Cambridge City Council. On the ground floor the layout provides entrance area with reception and seating for visitors; training area; store areas; meeting rooms; toilets and changing areas; plant room spaces; shared kitchen; Union office and showers including accessible facilities.
On the First Floor an open plan office for 22 people; meeting & training rooms of different sizes; kitchen and break out area; welfare facilities and a breakout space.
On the First Floor an open plan office for 22 people; meeting & training rooms of different sizes; kitchen and break out area; welfare facilities and a breakout space.
The building location and orientation within the site will allow for adequate daylight and sunlight to the internal common and working areas. The proposed building will be constructed with sympathetic materials of appropriate colour and texture to ensure a high-quality build which is befitting of the site.
The building location and orientation within the site will allow for adequate daylight and sunlight to the internal common and working areas. The proposed building will be constructed with sympathetic materials of appropriate colour and texture to ensure a high-quality build which is befitting of the site.
PROJECT INFORMATION
PROJECT INFORMATION
Status: Under construction
Status: Under construction
Location: 59 Cowley Road, Cambridge
Location: 59 Cowley Road, Cambridge
Size: Operational Hub 979sqm
Size: Operational Hub 979sqm
Site 1.80ha
Estimated Completion: 2025
Estimated Completion: 2025
TEAM CREDITS
TEAM CREDITS
Architect: Lanpro
Architect: Lanpro
Client: Cambridge City Council
Client: Cambridge City Council
Structural Engineer: Mott Macdonald
Structural Engineer: Mott Macdonald
Planning Consultant: Lanpro
Planning Consultant: Lanpro
Cost Consultant: Gleeds
Cost Consultant: Gleeds
Project Manager: Gleeds
Project Manager: Gleeds
Contractor: VolkerFitzpatrick
Contractor: VolkerFitzpatrick