The solution

Innova Design Group completed the modernisation and re-fit of five LRC’s,  four science laboratories, vets room as well as a preparation room and various storage walls across the college.

Each zone in the new LRC’s provides students with access to computers, books, journals and newspapers, and a relaxed space where they can spend their time working either in between lessons or after college. As such they will enable students to become digital savvy learners.

Large, curved bench desks for PCs create a bold focal point within the Learning Resource Centers (LRCs), complemented by smaller desks for quiet study and equipped with data ports for personal devices. Along the room’s perimeter, mobile bookcases offer easy access to journals and texts. The dynamic, engaging layout features modern finishes in white, grey, and stone tones.

The laboratories have been designed using Innova’s ‘Hot Corner‘ layout which addresses the need to provide both a working classroom and practical laboratory within the same space. The design shortens lines of communication, reducing problems students may have hearing the teacher and creates a more collaborative approach to learning. Power sockets and gas taps were placed on the front face of units, further increasing space for students to conduct theory work.

The refurbishment also included a vets area, nursery storage, storage walls, teacher walls and restaurant furniture.

The new learning environments match Salford City College’s aspirations and gear the college up to further pushing the boundaries of the already exemplary teaching.