Evolution is an insulated steel framed
superstructure which is covered externally
in a range of materials to create the desired
appearance to suit the client’s budget and
aesthetic aspirations. These bespoke facilities
can be fitted out internally to suit the client’s
requirements for PE and sporting activities,
together with ancillary areas for changing, offices,
classrooms...the options are endless.
The structure and flexibility of design gave
Aysgarth the versatility they required and
discussions soon started in earnest. The site was
selected, being in close proximity to the sport
grounds, the Prep School and Pre Prep School
but a respectful distance from the School Chapel
which is a listed building. The School were keen
to minimise the visual impact of the development
and therefore, although it added to the overall
project cost, chose to reduce existing ground
levels by about 2.5 metres so the new roof-line
would sit level with neighbouring buildings.
Naturally the School were anxious to know that
the project would be delivered within budget, and
as such it was vitally important for Andrew that he
had a fixed price contract, but also that Collinson
were able to incorporate additional features as the
project developed, providing that the cost justified
the benefit.
Before a final specification was drawn up, a team
from the School visited several projects completed
by Collinson; they were impressed by what
they saw and the visits also helped the School
formulate a list of their exact requirements.
Collinson undertook the design and build of the
whole project, which commenced in July 2012. The
wet summer followed by a very cold winter made
challenging working conditions but the team drove
forward maintaining the schedule. Excavated
earth was utilised to create an additional pitch
eliminating the need for costly off site removal;
every aspect had been thought through.
Eleven months later the facility was complete,
designed with a brick and cedar facade, which
nicely integrates the structure into the School
architecture. Inside, the multi use surface is
marked with courts for indoor tennis, 5-a-side
football, volley ball, badminton and indoor cricket.
There are 4 cricket nets which with foresight and
good planning have been installed in a single net
and 3 net configuration to allow one to one cricket
training whilst other activities are taking place.
There is also a climbing wall with six routes and a
belay ledge which will provide fun and challenges
for all.
Ancillary rooms include; two team changing
facilities with hot showers, referee changing,
rehab room, staff gym and office area. The
facility will also be utilised by visiting teams and
is compliant with DDA regulations. There is a also
viewing gallery to watch over the sports, lots
of storage space and an area for the display of
trophies is now being created.
The investment was less than the cost of a
traditional build, the Evolution Sports Facility
made this possible for us.
“
I am very proud of what
we have here and I know
Collinson are too. People ask
would I use Collinson again,
Definitely, I would also highly
recommend them. We had
an honest relationship and
the result is an outstanding
facility which offers the pupils
a wealth of opportunities.
Andrew Francis
Estates and Finance Manager
”
T: 01995 606 451
collinson.co.uk
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