English Institute of Sport, University of Bath
- Status
- Completed 2005
- Client
- University of Bath
- Value
- £20.9m
- Procurement Method
- Traditional
- Services
- Architect, Lead Consultant and Masterplanning
- Scale
- 21,485m²
Awards
- Structural Steel Award 2006 - Commendation
The English Institute of Sport at the University of Bath is organised around a “gallery” that provides a view into every sport. This offers clear navigation and inspiration for all users.
- Status
- Completed 2005
- Client
- University of Bath
- Value
- £20.9m
- Procurement Method
- Traditional
- Services
- Architect, Lead Consultant and Masterplanning
- Scale
- 21,485m²
Awards
- Structural Steel Award 2006 - Commendation
The facility is home to badminton, netball, an 8 court tennis hall (LTA Centre of Excellence), strength and conditioning facilities, dojo, indoor athletics, sports science, shooting and fencing pistes, 50m pool, bar and restaurant facilities and support accommodation. The design allows for seamless integration of existing and new facilities to provide holistic centre for sports, whilst contributing to the overall university masterplan.
Exterior view
“…one of the most important facilities of its kind in the South West of England. The project remains the single largest capital commission procured by the University of Bath and is considered to be a great success both in design, construction and subsequent usage. The architect David Morley Architects …are to be commended for the significant part that they played in the conceptional design, project planning and execution of this significant building project.”
Detailed briefing including performance requirements of multiple national sports governing bodies and user groups. There was involvement with decanting strategies to maintain use of existing facilities during construction works. It is naturally lit and ventilated.
