ArtsEd

Built

Hufton+Crow

First phase of the redevelopment and masterplanning of ArtsEd performing arts school. The redevelopment reorganises a previously disparate and physically separated campus into one cohesive whole.

NEW LONDON AWARDS 2022

Shortlisted in the EDUCATION and RETROFIT categories and for the WELLBEING PRIZE

Located in a tight landlocked block, the scheme reorganises a previously disparate campus into a cohesive whole, maximising every millimetre of space to unlock the potential of the existing buildings whilst delivering 2875m2 of new facilities. The project is delivered in 3 phases to minimise disruption. The completed Phase 1 consists of a triple layer volume at the centre of the site housing; three 5m high dance studios, a suite of classrooms, large format rehearsal rooms, capped by a rooftop outdoor recreation space. A naturally lit atrium between new and old becomes the new heart and shared space for the schools. Inspired by ‘natural movement’ and the concept of transformational education through the medium of dance, the design reflects the pioneering vision of the women who founded ArtsEd in 1944. The new façade concept, reminiscent of musical and dance notation as well as physical movement, brings renewed coherence and identity to the campus reflecting the dynamic activity within.

Vote for this project in the ‘People’s Choice Award’. The voting deadline is 1 November 2022.

Project information

Status

Built

Borough

Hounslow

Size

5689 sq m

Completion

November 2021

Location

14 Bath Rd, Chiswick, London W4 1LY, UK

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