Anglesea Building

Client: University of Portsmouth
Value: Phase 1 - £750,000 | Phase 2 - £800,000
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Phase 1
This scheme was the first of a two-phase development undertaken by TKL Architects to upgrade circulation zones and provide new toilet facilities, meeting, office, teaching and social spaces.

The design brief called for the creation of a desirable and stimulating place to learn and meet by transforming the interior of a 1950's building into a 21st century example of technology.

Phase 1 rationalised existing spaces freeing up under-utilised areas within the building's fabric allowing the creation of the required accommodation. In addition it facilitated the formation of an Internet access zone and lounge area generating a sense of ‘place' at the heart of the building.

The scheme's concept was based around providing the University with a dynamic and vibrant interior whilst exemplifying modern materials symbolic of a technological area. In conjunction with the bright use of colour and feature lighting galvanised wall cladding was used to define focal and circulation zones. Furthermore simple clean lines with complementary soft furnishings incorporating geometric patterns have provided relaxing and comfortable spaces in which to work and study.

Phase 2
This Phase carried on themes developed in the highly successful and enthusiastically received Phase 1. It included improvements to circulation areas of two teaching blocks attached to the Anglesea building and formation of a main thoroughfare linking the University's Guildhall Campus to Lion Terrace. Accordingly, TKL Architects designed a feature-stepped entrance with an associated ramp at the rear of the building to facilitate access.

The characteristic galvanised wall cladding, feature lighting and dynamic vibrant colours echoed the design concept adopted in Phase One. Phase Two completed the improvements to and refurbishment of the remaining internal circulation areas.