Our Work

Institute of Technology Centre, Reading

Refurbishment and remodelling works of the East Wing, Institute of Technology, at Reading College.

The Project

Client

Milton Keynes College Group, Activate Learning

Project Value

£600,000

Contract duration

12 Weeks

Refurbishment and remodelling works of the East Wing, Institute of Technology, at Reading College.

Works included the refurbishment of six existing teaching rooms (Third Floor of the East Wing) to create a more modern, quality Higher Education IT teaching space. The new hub will specialise in delivering technical and digital education, focusing on the specific skills required in the local area.

Works included

£600,000 / Tight 12-week construction programme
Non-notifiable asbestos removal
Load bearing and non-load bearing demolition
Installation of new mechanical and electrical services, including a state-of-the-art A/V system
Creation of new roof penetrations
Installation of new specialist ceiling systems, doors, screens, partitions and non-load bearing walls
Full decoration throughout
100% of sub-contractors used were SMEs
6 sub-contractors used were within a 30-mile radius of the site

Hornsey Library has been transformed, with excellent work that enhances the fabric of this much-loved Grade 2 listed building, while respecting the architectural character and history of the original library. Haringey library users will benefit for years to come.

CLLR Mark Blake, Haringey Council Cabinet Member of Communities