Culture and leisure case studies
The third space, Sherwood Street, LondonAn innovative layout, with floors of different sizes and materials, gives the Third Space health and fitness club a distinctive feel. Designed by Goldstein Ween Architects and Colcutt & Hamp.
Whitby Abbey Visitor Centre, WhitbyThe Whitby Abbey Visitor Centre projects a strong image of modern Whitby by incorporating high-quality contemporary design within the frame of a seventeenth century building. Designed by Stanton Williams.
Darlaston swimming pool, Darlaston, WalsallDarlaston swimming pool uses an open plan layout and natural light to create a calm ambience that appeals to the whole community. Designed by Hodder Associates.
Quay Bar, ManchesterThe strong elevations of Manchester's Quay Bar give the building a clear presence from the canal, the street above and neighbouring tram routes. Designed by Stephenson Bell Architects.
Grand Stand, Lord's Cricket Ground, LondonThe elegant Grand Stand at Lord's Cricket Ground provides uninterrupted views for spectators. Designed by Nicholas Grimshaw & Partners.
Duke of York Square, Royal Borough of Kensington and ChelseaThe retail court and public space within Chelsea's Duke of York Square offers an inviting retreat from the King's Road. Designed by Paul Davis & Partners and Elizabeth Banks Associates.
Reebok Stadium, Bolton, LancashireThe simple but dramatic structure of Bolton's Reebok Stadium facilitates a good standard of viewing from all seats. Designed by HOK Sport Venue & Event Architecture.
Phoenix Initiative, CoventryCoventry's Phoenix Initiative created a series of linked public spaces, each with its own identity to represent the city's past, present and future. Designed by MacCormac Jamieson Prichard.
Indoor Cricket Centre, Warwickshire CCC, Edgbaston, BirminghamAn open and inviting building, Warwickshire County Cricket Clu'b' Indoor Cricket Centre promotes community participation. Designed by Bryant Priest Newman Architects and David Morley Architects.
Somerset House, LondonThe redeveloped public courtyard and terrace at London's Somerset House have helped it to become a major cultural attraction. Designed by Dixon Jones.
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