FEATURED PROJECTS
Our Featured Projects
We have selected some of our favourite projects from our recent work. Ranging from laboratories, specialist teaching spaces and communal areas they exemplify the broad scope of our work.
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.
CLEAPSS - Science Laboratories and
Teaching Rooms
The main training laboratory features large student islands, specifically set up for practical demonstrations and scientific experiments with all having access to gas taps, water and electrical sockets. A terminal was built in to one of these islands to allow for a mobile fume cupboard to be connected
Tables with castors specifically built to be at worktop height were supplied to allow for extra workspace to be accessed if required.
To the perimeter of the laboratory, we fitted a mix of standard base and Gratnell tray units with worktops and wall mounted units to allow for maximum storage. All worktops were Velstone silver dust, and all storage units finished in graphite grey. Red stools were added to give the room a splash of colour.
In the Prep room we designed a central island configuration, with working height tables under which mobile Gratnell tray units sit. These tables and tray units were all fitted with heavy duty castors to allow for maximum flexibility within the space. To the perimeter we fitted base units with Velstone worktops and some dedicated knee spaces to allow the technicians to work. We also fitted large Belfast fireclay sinks with Broen laboratory taps.
Within the DT space we supplied and fitted a number of timber topped tables, again with heavy duty castors to allow them to be moved and placed in several configurations. We also installed a small workstation to the perimeter with Belfast sink and laboratory taps.
We also supplied full perimeter desking and loose tables and chairs within the new dedicated classroom environment and a number of relay desks and office desks to fully refurbish the upstairs office space.
Beaconsfield High School
Food Technolgy
We completely re-modelled and refurbished an existing Food Technology classroom which facilitated an increase in students able to access the space and allowed for more practical, teacher led demonstrations to take place within the room.
We completed an initial rip-out of all existing appliances and furniture. This included removing the existing main door into the room and replacing with a new one in a different location. Moving the main doorway facilitated services to reach the perimeter of the room which allowed for a more teacher focused layout.
We installed new units throughout the room by introducing workstation ‘islands’ across the centre of the room. This layout allows a pair of students to have access to an oven, hob, sink and additional power sockets.All the ovens were built-in to our base units and electric induction hobs inserted into Velstone worktops.
We installed a new bespoke teachers desk complete with hob / oven, dedicated sink and electrical sockets.
The Eastwood Academy -
Science Laboratories & Teaching Rooms
Large turnkey projects refurbished Teaching rooms, laboratories and technicians' rooms. The laboratories teachers' islands incorporated student seating. All rooms featured a distinctive wall matching the school colours. Storage cupboards featured locking doors for extra security.
A new fume cupboard and dedicated storage was created for technicians.
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.
Dr Challoner's High School
– Art Department Relocation
We relocated the Art Department classrooms to a new area within the school. To accommodate the space required we employed the services of a structural engineer who specified the removal of existing internal walls and services to create the required teaching spaces. We then designed, manufactured and installed new furniture throughout in 16mm white speckled Trespa and white MDF. We supplied and installed 3 x 750mm fire clay sinks with shared clay trap to each classroom. We fitted Forbo black Seagrass vinyl flooring throughout.
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.
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.
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.
Cliff Park Academy -
Science Laboratories
Following the successful refurbishment of two laboratories in 2019, we were asked to return and complete a further two. We completed a full rip-out before installing new flooring, suspended ceiling with energy efficient lighting and full classroom funriture and storage solutions. The class desks had all services supplied to them via a concealed central unit.
The Palmer Catholic Academy
– Food Technology
We completely re-modelled and refurbished an existing Food Technology classroom which facilitated an increase in students able to access the space and allowed for more practical, teacher led demonstrations to take place within the room.
We completed an initial rip-out of all existing appliances and furniture. This included removing internal walls and bracing the ceiling with new structural timbers. We laid new flooring, installed a suspended ceiling, introduced a full air handling system and fully decorated throughout.
We installed new units throughout the room by introducing workstation ‘islands’ around the perimeter. This layout allows a pair of students to have access to an oven, hob, sink and additional power.
We installed a new bespoke teachers desk complete with hob / oven, dedicated sink and electrical sockets.
Bottisham College Laboratories
Having previously refurbished general laboratories at the school, Shield were invited back to look at two more existing laboratories within the science block that needed modernisation.
We completed a full rip out of the existing laboratories before laying new flooring, new suspended ceilings, introducing air conditioning and air handling and full CO2 monitoring.
We installed new perimeter units which incorporated Gratnell storage trays, new fireclay sinks, gas taps and new electrical sockets. New bespoke teacher desks were installed with all relevant services running to them.
Perimeter units were finished with graphite grey doors with light grey trim, teacher desks were finished in light grey to complement the overall look. All worktops were Velstone Silver Dust.
Kingston Grammar School
– Classrooms x3
We refurbished three classrooms (2x geography, 1x general teaching). In each classroom we designed, manufactured and built a teaching and storage wall which included the provision for a large screen television and full length teaching white boards. We designed an individual ‘lunar’ table for each student and a and complementary Teacher’s Workstation made from white CDF (Compact Density Fibreboard), which is a new material in the manufacture of educational furniture. In all classrooms we installed new carpet, decorated throughout and fitted clear 60 minute fireproof vision panels between the classrooms and adjoining corridor.
Dr Challoner's High School
– Science Laboratory & KS5 Laboratory
Having relocated the art department during Summer 2017, we were commissioned to turn the old art rooms into a large science laboratory and smaller KS5 learning space. The project involved structural works, new walls and ceilings throughout and an HVAC system. We installed Forbo Black Seagrass flooring and white furniture to both rooms. We fitted Velstone Silver Dust worktops to the main laboratory and white CDF worktops to the KS5 room. We introduced a splash of colour with green Hille pepperpot stools.
Downside Primary School -
Computer Room
We designed and created island and perimeter work stations in an iMac suite. This included an acoustic wall to prevent noise transfer and all colours, materials and finishes were carefully selected to complement the Apple inspired teaching space.
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.
Princes Risborough School - Sixth Form
Room
We undertook a conversion of an old gym into a 6th Form centre and LRC. A specialist lighting engineer was consulted to ensure the best lighting of a very large space whilst keeping aesthetics as a priority. Different learning areas were created including an integrated ‘pod’ for individual tuition or group meetings.
