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Mansfield college expansion approved
by Pete Hayman | 22 Nov 2011
Vision West Notts (VWN) has received the green light to progress with the development of a new £11m complex at its Derby Road campus in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. Forming part of the institution's £24m redevelopment, the building will comprise 4,000sq m (43,056sq ft) of teaching and learning space with a health spa and a fine-dining restaurant. Hair and beauty salons are also proposed as part of the facility, which will cater
Renovation plans for Smithsonian museum
by Pete Hayman | 22 Nov 2011
Plans have been revealed for a renovation of the 120,000sq ft (11,148sq m) west exhibition wing at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History in Washington DC, US. The attraction's centre core and east wing will remain open during the transformation, with proposals including the creation of new galleries, an education centre and interior plazas. Performance spaces and upgraded infrastructure are also planned as part of the overhaul, in addition
IWM plans new First World War galleries
by Pete Hayman | 22 Nov 2011
Imperial War Museum (IWM) London is to to create new galleries for its First World War collections as part of its plans to commemorate the centenary of the conflict in 2014. The new spaces are due to open in summer 2014 and will improve access to the attraction's extensive collections, allowing more personal artefacts, films and images to go on display. Foster + Partners and exhibition designer Casson Mann are
Courtyard by Marriott eyes European growth
by Pete Hayman | 22 Nov 2011
Marriott International has announced a new European design concept for the Courtyard by Marriott brand, as well as "significant" continental expansion plans for the business. Scotland's 194-bedroom Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen and the 230-bedroom Courtyard by Marriott Cologne, Germany, are to be the first properties to debut the design in 2013. The Courtyard by Marriott European prototype model is based on a 170-bedroom, six-level property, which can be increased or
Olympic Park visions unveiled by OPLC
by Pete Hayman | 21 Nov 2011
Concept designs put forward by ten shortlisted teams for the creation of "two new distinctive areas" in East London have been unveiled by the Olympic Park Legacy Company (OPLC). Five teams are in the running to design a new public space to the south of the Olympic Park, while five more have been selected to draw up proposals for a community hub to the north. The visions are now on
Plymouth complex set for March opening
by Pete Hayman | 21 Nov 2011
Plymouth City Council (PCC) and operator Everyone Active have announced that plans are being put in place to open the new £46.5m Life Centre to the public on 23-25 March 2012. It follows the confirmation from contractor Balfour Beatty that the Archial-designed facility is now scheduled to be officially handed over to Everyone Active on 27 February. Balfour Beatty told PCC earlier this month that a "number of factors" had
New US$6.2m amenity area for Florida resort
by Pete Hayman | 21 Nov 2011
Vacation Villas at Fantasy World in Kissimmee, Florida, US, has unveiled its new US$6.2m (£4m, EUR4.6m) amenity area, which has been built by Winter Park Construction (WPC). The project included a 14,000sq ft (1,301sq m) activity building, which includes a fitness area with sauna and steamroom; banquet facilities; a game room; and a business centre. L2 Studios designed the new amenity area, which also comprises an outdoor zero-entry pool with
Nashville hotel to join Autograph Collection
by Pete Hayman | 21 Nov 2011
Nashville's historic 125-bedroom Union Street Hotel in Tennessee, US, is set to become the 27th property to join Marriott International's Autograph Collection in January 2012. The hotel, which will be the state's first to be incorporated into the Autograph Collection, is housed in the city's former L&N Railroad train station following a conversion in 1986. Real estate developers Turnberry Associates and Corner Partnership undertook an US$11m (EUR8.2m, £7m) revamp and
Thea Award winners announced
by Tom Walker | 21 Nov 2011
The historical theme park Puy du Fou in France and the revamped Star Tours 4D experience at Disneyland, California, US were among the attractions to win a Thea award for their achievements in design and theming. Star Tours was given the award for the best refresh of an attraction while Puy du Fou won the prestigious Classic Award. The Thea awards are judged and handed out annually by members of
Utah museum opens new Rio Tinto Center
by Pete Hayman | 18 Nov 2011
The Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU) has officially unveiled its new 163,000sq ft (15,143sq m) home at the Rio Tinto Center in Salt Lake City, US, today (18 November). Ennead Architects, GSBS Architects and Design Workshop worked on the design of the Rio Tinto Center, which has been built by Big-D Construction over the last three years. The facility boasts around 51,000sq ft (4,738sq m) of permanent exhibition space,
£18.6m Bilston leisure centre completed
by Pete Hayman | 18 Nov 2011
Wolverhampton City Council (WCC) has announced the new £18.6m Bert Williams Leisure Centre in Bilston, West Midlands, will open its doors to the public on 3 December. York-based contractor Shepherd Construction has now completed work on the 5,600sq m (60,278sq ft) complex, which will replace the existing Bilston Leisure Centre. Built on the site of a former ironworks and designed by WCC architects, the centre includes a 25m swimming pool;
New visitor centre for Ontario attraction
by Pete Hayman | 18 Nov 2011
A new visitor centre, which has been designed by Toronto-based architects Reich and Petch, has opened in Ontario, Canada, as part of a wider project to celebrate the War of 1812. St Lawrence Parks Commission chose the design firm to draw up plans for the new facility, which is located at the Upper Canada Discovery Centre in Morrisburg. It is one of six sites that Reich and Petch has been
£20m facility for College Ystrad Mynach
by Pete Hayman | 18 Nov 2011
The College Ystrad Mynach has revealed plans for the development of a new £20m leisure and teaching centre, which is to be made available to students and the local community. Bristol-based architects AWW are behind the design of the new facility, which will replace the South Wales college's existing S block - currently used for general education studies. A full-size sports hall; an eight-lane, 25m swimming pool; a learner pool;
Funding secured for Alberta museum
by Pete Hayman | 17 Nov 2011
Funding for the construction of the new Royal Alberta Museum in Edmonton has now been secured after the Government of Canada agreed to contribute towards the project. The federal government committed CA$122.5m (£75.9m, EUR88.6m, US$119.8m) towards the project, with the majority to come through the Building Canada Fund (BCF). A new museum to be located in downtown Edmonton is at the heart of the scheme, which will provide double the
Work stops at US motorsport complex
by Pete Hayman | 17 Nov 2011
Construction work on a major new motorsport complex near Austin, Texas, has been halted until a contract for hosting the US Formula One Grand Prix in 2012 is completed. The Circuit of The Americas confirmed that all work at the venue has been suspended as the race contract between Formula One and the venue had not yet been received. In addition to a 3.4-mile (5.5km) Hermann Tilke-designed circuit, the facility
Spurs to return to private ownership?
by Pete Hayman | 17 Nov 2011
Tottenham Hotspur Football Club (THFC) has revealed plans to de-list from the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) in a bid to raise funding for its stadium redevelopment plans. In a statement issued to the London Stock Exchange on 16 November, the club said its AIM listing was "restricting" its ability to raise the necessary backing for its proposals. A new 56,250-seat stadium designed by KSS Group is at the heart of
SCALA accolade for Leeds arts complex
by Pete Hayman | 16 Nov 2011
A new £12m home for Northern Ballet and Phoenix Dance Theatre in Leeds, which opened its doors earlier this year, has been awarded its second accolade in the space of a week. The purpose-built centre has been named 2011 Civic Building of the Year by the Society of Chief Architects for Local Authorities (SCALA) at a ceremony held on 11 November. Jacobs Architecture worked alongside Leeds City Council on the
Green light for King's Cross sports centre
by Pete Hayman | 09 Nov 2011
A new sports facility is to be built in King's Cross, London, as part of a building housing a number of public services in one location after planning permission was granted. King's Cross Central Limited Partnership (KCCLP) submitted plans for the Three Pancras Square development, which were given the green light by Camden Council on 3 November. The council is working with KCCLP to deliver the LA Architects-designed project, which
New facility opens at Wellington college
by Pete Hayman | 09 Nov 2011
A dual-use indoor sports complex, which has been designed by Athfield Architects, has been officially unveiled at Scots College in Wellington, New Zealand. The institution worked in partnership with Cricket Wellington to ensure its Covered Sports Centre meets international standards for cricket, including four sprung practice lanes. Software to monitor bowling speed has also been installed, while retractable nets will enable the 800sq m (8,611sq ft) TigerTurf surface to be
Baylor University plans on-campus stadium
by Pete Hayman | 08 Nov 2011
Baylor University in Waco, Texas, US, has revealed its plans to bring its American Football team on-campus with the development of a new riverfront stadium designed by Populous. The institution's football team has played its games away from the campus since 1936 after moving from Carroll Field to Waco Stadium. It currently plays at the Floyd Casey Stadium. A site alongside the Brazos River, which is located adjacent to Interstate
New stand unveiled at Newport stadium
by Pete Hayman | 08 Nov 2011
Newport Gwent Dragons has marked the completion of work on the new Bisley Stand at its Rodney Parade stadium in Newport, which forms part of a wider regeneration of the venue. The all-seater structure replaces the former Argus Terrace and can cater for more than 2,500 people. Improved spectator facilities and 13 hospitality boxes have also been provided. HLN Architects were behind the design of the Bisley Stand, with Port
£14.4m Scunthorpe venue officially unveiled
by Pete Hayman | 07 Nov 2011
Scunthorpe's new £14.4m Baths Hall venue, which will play host to a programme of music, theatre, comedy and dance events, has been officially unveiled today (7 November). North Lincolnshire Council's (NLC) own architects led the design of the complex, which is located on the site of the former Scunthorpe Youth Centre and the old Baths Hall. Built by Clugston Construction, the venue has retained the frontage of the 1930s Baths
Backing for Saracens' revised stadium plans
by Pete Hayman | 07 Nov 2011
Revised plans put forward by Saracens rugby union team for the transformation of Copthall Stadium in Barnet, London, have been backed by two national governing bodies for sport. UK Athletics (UKA) and the Rugby Football Union (RFU) have both indicated support for the £18m proposals, which have been submitted to Barnet Council for consideration. Saracens is planning a major overhaul of the venue, which would include a refurbishment of existing
£10m Glasgow riverfront scheme approved
by Pete Hayman | 07 Nov 2011
Plans for the development of a new £10m riverfront restaurant quarter at Broomielaw in the heart of Glasgow's financial district have been given the green light by the local authority. The 32,000sq ft (2,973sq m) Broomielaw Quay scheme has been backed by Glasgow City Council and is expected to contribute to the wider redevelopment of the Clyde riverfront. Capella Developments is behind the GD Lodge-designed project and is proposing four
Lend Lease secures Adelaide Oval deal
by Pete Hayman | 07 Nov 2011
Lend Lease has revealed that it has secured an AU$355m (£229m, EUR267m, US$368m) contract for a major redevelopment of Adelaide Oval multi-sport venue in Australia. The group has been selected by the Adelaide Oval Stadium Management Authority and the Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure, with work due to commence in 2012. Baulderstone, part of Lend Lease's Australian infrastructure division, will design and build the new 50,000-seat stadium, which will
£300m for Dundee's waterfront proposals
by Pete Hayman | 04 Nov 2011
A major international regeneration conference has been told that £300m worth of investment has now been secured towards a project designed to transform Dundee's waterfront. The figure is one third of the £1bn target required to bring about the regeneration of the area, with a number of projects to benefit such as the proposed V&A at Dundee attraction. Dundee Waterfront is one of Scotland's largest regeneration projects and is divided
New EUR282m multi-use stadium for Lille
by Pete Hayman | 04 Nov 2011
The new EUR282m (£243.4m, US$390.1m) multi-purpose Grand Stad Lille Métropole is scheduled to open its doors in the French city of Lille next year. The 50,000-seat venue will create a new home for the LOSC Lille Métropole football team, which currently plays at Stadium Nord Lille Métropole, and will also host rugby matches. Meanwhile, the Pierre Ferret-designed development also incorporates an integrated arena capable of seating around 30,000 for indoor
Second batch of WAF Award winners revealed
by Pete Hayman | 04 Nov 2011
Jordan's Wadi Rum Resort and China's Zhang Da Qian Museum have been named among the second batch of winners at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) Awards 2011. The second day of the three-day event saw four completed buildings and nine future projects pick up awards, which also included the Glacier Discovery Walk in Canada. Wadi Rum Resort, which has been designed US-based Oppenheim Architecture and Design, was named as the
Family-owned Shore Hotel opens in Santa Monica
by Tom Walker | 04 Nov 2011
Shore Hotel, owned and operated by the Farzam family, has opened its doors on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, California, US. The 164-bedroom hotel was designed by Gensler Architecture and includes a number of eco-friendly solutions, resulting in the property being awarded a Silver LEED certification. Energy and resource conservation programmes included the Southern California Edison Auto Demand Response system, roof mounted solar panels, INNCOM occupancy sensor system, storm-water management
St Regis-branded resort to open in Florida
by Pete Hayman | 04 Nov 2011
St Regis Hotels and Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, is to open a new Yabu Pushelberg-designed property in Bal Harbour, Florida, US, on 19 January 2012. Housed in three 27-storey all-glass towers, the new St Regis Bal Harbour Resort will boast 214 bedrooms and suites and 307 residences overlooking an expansive section of beach. Yabu Pushelberg was responsible for the interior design of the guestrooms, with South
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