EDUCATION ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS
Aylesbury Grammar School –
Staff Room
We were asked to create a relaxed space where teachers and staff could interact and find their own area during breaks in the school day. We provided varied height seating to allow for dining, working and relaxing in comfort. The colour palette was chosen to feel bright and stimulating proving a distinctive 'sanctuary' from the standard school decor.
We provided a fully equipped kitchen area with boiling water dispenser, a feature planting wall and screened areas featuring the school logo. A large screen TV and lockable storage were designed into the scheme and movable furniture allowed for flexibility.
Aylesbury Grammar School –
Reception Area
As part of a large construction project which re-modelled the main entrance to the school, Shield were asked to design and deliver a fully functioning new reception area which would give visitors a fantastic first impression.
We produced several drawings including a number of 3D renders which helped the school team visualise our designs. We fitted a bespoke reception desk, feature lighting a unique display case and a large, glazed glass ‘box’ which formed a secure foyer to the entrance of the building.
Beaconsfield High School –
Dining Hall
Beaconsfield High School wanted to vastly improve the student dining experience by refurbishing their existing canteen. The school’s senior leadership team wanted to create a restaurant feel to the space rather than a canteen/refectory style approach.
It was also imperative that the flow of students into the canteen was improved and that the number of students the canteen could cater for was increased to 350.
Beaconsfield High School Toilets -
Two toilet facilities were completely updated. We cladded all walls in a smooth finish for easy cleaning, replaced flooring and installed all new sanitary ware and sinks. The units were fully integrated and featured touches toilet flush and sink taps for improved hygiene.
Following the Phase 1 toilet upgrades, we refurbished a further eight toilets providing access for students, staff and disabled facilities.
They were further enhanced by the provision of shelving and decorative planting in distinctive coloured crates.
Dr Challoner's High School – 6th Form
Following the completion of building a new sixth form block, Shield were invited to develop some layouts and designs which would allow the Sixth form students to have an aspirational space to study, relax and dine.
We produced our designs in 3D to enable both the head teacher and business manager to envisage the completed space.
We designed and built several bespoke items to give the room various zones including a large, fixed seating area which was finished with a seemingly ‘fix’ free glazed panel, a solid Ash trellis which spanned the room and several bespoke large tables each with incorporated charging points.
A real feature of the room was a very large grey onyx ‘floating’ table which could seat 18 students. The table was 5m in length and we designed and built a dedicated metal subframe to support a thick, chunky tabletop.
All elements were specifically chosen by us, all fabrics, finishes, colours, and materials. All were chosen to fit together as a ‘family’ to create an overall look which is both stylish and aspirational.
Abbot’s Hill School - Art Room
We were instructed to carry out a comprehensive refurbishment of the existing Art Room and adjoining storage area. This included supplying and installing perimeter storage units and plan chests. We also changed the Belfast sinks for large stainless-steel sinks with drainers and provided large mobile student work stations with pepperpot stools. Desktop easels were also supplied.
Bottisham Village College -
Library
As part of the school refurbishment programme, the existing library was relocated to the old main school hall. We had to ensure that the bookshelves could be accessible to all students and members of the local community, who are encouraged to share the facilities which include a soft seating for younger users. We manufactured the bookshelves in Hacienda White from Egger with graphite grey shelves. We supplied a large reception desk for the librarians’ use finished in walnut. We installed bespoke lightbulb shaped work areas complete with centralised power and USB charging pods.
