Old Gym - University of Birmingham, Associated Architects

Originally earmarked for demolition in the University of Birmingham’s masterplan, the Old Gym's usage was reassessed, and the demolition application removed.
The 1940s gymnasium was transformed into modern teaching spaces and new open-plan offices for University staff retaining some character features of the building, whilst improving the quality of spaces to improve the end users’ comfort.
The Old Gym has provided 265 student spaces, an 81-seater, tiered lecture theatre and 90 open-plan desks across 4 floors; with meeting rooms and consulting pods on the two upper floors. The total internal area has been extensively expanded with breakout areas for each of the open plan office spaces.
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