Proteus also addressed the aim of “While the building function is essentially establishing a seamless link between its utilitarian and technical, the external perforated panels on the stack and the envelope has been developed to create The new Energy Centre forms part of the
12m high LED screen. This was done by a visually strong elevation to the campus £330m Waterside Campus Development
working with the architects, screen suppliers celebrating the University’s commitment to at the University of Northampton. It will
and façade installers, Deane Roofing and sustainability.” said MCW architects. .” provide sustainable heating and hot water
Cladding, to create a bespoke tray system
between the stack and main building below.
for all the buildings and student residencies
allowing the screen to be recessed and the Both the Proteus SC perforated and Proteus on the 58 acre site, whilst saving over 1,000
perforated panels butted up flush with the HR solid cladding panels are executed in tons of CO2 in the short term, rising to 2,200
edges. polyester powder coated aluminium in RAL tons a year following the introduction of a
7044 Silky grey, creating visual integration Combined Heat & Power Engine.
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