SAS International - SAS International architectural metalwork
selected for new BBC Scotland HQ
BBC Scotland is relocating its headquarters to a
stunning new 34,000m² landmark building at Pacific Quay,
Glasgow, on the south bank of the river Clyde. A number
of SAS International's extensive architectural metalwork
solutions have been chosen for this landmark project,
including bespoke System 600 acoustic rafts for the
striking atrium ceiling, the reception ceiling and main
office areas, along with wall panelling and balustrades.
With the aim of inspiring the public and drawing
audiences to its heart, BBC Scotland's architectural
brief was to design a dynamic broadcasting HQ fit for
the 21st Century. The design creates a simple open and
transparent six-storey glass structure. Internally, a
tiered sequence of platforms and terraces, created over
the central studios, appear as a grand staircase within
the atrium.
Keppie Design was employed by Bovis Lend Lease as
implementation architects for the delivery of the
building, working in conjunction with the BBC's
Executive Architects, David Chipperfield Architects.
With a number of different architectural metalwork and
metal ceiling products sepcified, Hamish Ingram,
Technical Manager at Keppie Design, commented: “We were
able to work with SAS International to arrive at the
exact solution needed in terms of performance and David
Chipperfield Architects aesthetic requirements. This was
important to reflect the state-of-the-art nature of the
building.”
The bespoke System 600 atrium ceiling from SAS
International incorporates a special clear finish
(perforated 'spangled' galvanised panels finished with a
clear lacquer), floating edge detail, and features a
special suspension system integrating with the steelwork
and security clips.
The main entrance foyer has been designed to be open and
spacious, with interactive information points and
screens for the public. Feature square rafts that float
over head also use the special clear lacquer finish,
whilst integrating M&E services.
In the main offices, flat System 600 rafts with
integrated services were specified. The floating rafts
give the appearance of a continuous ceiling while
offering acoustic absorption and allowing natural mass
cooling to the open soffit.
In the meeting rooms SAS International's System 150
hinge down metal ceiling system was chosen, with a
floating edge detail. Perforations in the tile achieve
the balance of acoustic absorption and attenuation.
To complement the aesthetics of the metal ceiling
solutions within the atrium, SAS International produced
special balustrade panels, with the same 'spangled'
clear lacquer finish, providing an acoustic performance
solution which offered impact resistance. Similarly
purpose-made large wall panels were manufactured to
provide cladding in high traffic areas such as the
entrance, lift and audience corridor areas providing a
seamless look. These large mega panels were designed and
manufactured to each final fitted location, reducing the
requirement for on site cutting and reducing
installation time.
BBC Scotland's HQ plans to make the move from Glasgow's
Queen Margaret Drive to the new site on the River Clyde
in 2007. Pacific Quay will be purpose-built to fit the
BBC's changing needs and is described as the most
significant single project in the history of BBC
Scotland.
Situated on the River Clyde, opposite the SECC and next
to the Science Centre, it will be part of a stunning
development and the BBC hopes that its new site will
provide an 'anchor' for the whole Pacific Quay area,
around which other creative industries will grow.
HCP, a wholly-owned division of SAS International,
supplied over 1,000m of trench heating for installation
in the new BBC Scotland headquarters building. Trench
heating was specified to help reduce the cold down
drafts and condensation typically associated with
buildings that have a high percentage of glazed
elevations. This form of heating also offers energy
saving features and cost efficiencies.
Email:
enquiries@sasint.co.uk
Arundel Jones Associates Ltd
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Tel : 01622 745333
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