For centuries, the educational institutions of Britain provided fertile ground for architectural innovation. We are seeing more academic buildings incorporating sustainable features, not only to reduce the building’s environmental impact, but also to promote a healthy and productive learning environment.
The session will explore the Wood Awards 2022 Finalist Wintringham Primary Academy, by award-winning architects dRMM Studio, which prioritises the wellbeing and sustainability of the multi-use space, and Wood Awards 2022 Gold Award winners, Homerton College, Cambridge by architects Feilden Fowles, which elegantly celebrates the integrity and inherent beauty of its materials and craftsmanship, creating an inspiring and functional space for students.
Meet the clients who commissioned these builders and the architects who achieved their vision. Learn about the reasons why the two education institutions have chosen to use timber as a material for constructing their buildings.
Chair: David Hopkins, Chief Executive, Timber Development UK
Speakers:
Edmund Fowles, Director, Feilden Fowles
Peter Laidler, Director, Structure Workshop
Dr Francesca Moore, Vice-Principle, Homerton College and Chair of Estates Committee
Dr Timothy Brittain-Catlin, Fellow and Director, Studies in Architecture
Philip Marsh, Director, dRMM Architects
Steve Peet, Associate, Engenuiti
