Campus Estate Management Summer 2022

Summer 2022

Creating outside the box

How offsite construction is meeting educational demands 8 Industry News The latest news and views on campus

26 Feed the meter Using metering and benchmarking

34 Colour and design How to support students with autism

38 LANDSCAPE 2022 Join thousands at LANDSCAPE

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 1

Inspirational learning environments • • •

Constructor (modular building supply) and main contractor (as required) that offers a full turnkey solution approach.

Architecturally designed & inspirational learning environments. Our buildings can be visually indistinguishable from traditionally built schools.

Utilising SEISMIC platform design and achieving a high level of PMV.

Visit algeco.com for more information

• •

•

Customised to client specifications and needs.

From glazing to wall cladding finishes; even teaching spaces can be configured.

Repeatable classroom designs, creating efficiency through standardisation. Standardisation is key to driving greater efficiency throughout all aspects of the project and delivery.

We are recognised by a number of key frameworks, which are the DfE MMC1 LOT 1, CCS, NHS-SBS and the LHC.

26 Editor Chris Hewett editorial@mebmedia.co.uk Accounts Jay Kempisty accounts@mebmedia.co.uk Publisher Wayne Banks +44 (0)1622 201207 wayne.banks@mebmedia.co.uk

30

Website and Circulation Manager Kevin Villa website@mebmedia.co.uk Design and Production Charles David production@mebmedia.co.uk Campus Estate Management Magazine is published 4 times a year

by MEB Media Publishing Ltd 13 Princes Street Maidstone Kent ME14 1UR United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1622 201207, info@mebmedia.co.uk www.mebmedia.co.uk Articles and art may not be reproduced or reprinted without the express written permission of the publisher.

Exclusion of Liability Although every effort will be made to ensure the accuracy of all materials published, the publisher takes no responsibility for errors or omissions.

Copyright © MEB Media Publishing Ltd 2021, all rights reserved.

Contents

34

4 Creating outside the box How offsite construction is meeting educational demands

30 The zero-carbon campus!

How can universities utilise technology in their roadmap to net zero?

8 Product & Industry News The latest news and views on campus

34 Colour and design How to support students with autism

22 Future of student accommadation ‘What is the future of student accommodation post-covid?”

38 LANDSCAPE 2022 Join thousands of design professionals at LANDSCAPE

26 Feed the meter How metering and benchmarking can be used

42 Estate management in the hybrid era LitmusFM, delves into estates strategy CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 3

COVER STORY

Creating outside the box

T

How offsite construction is meeting educational demands

he launch of the Department for Education’s rebuilding programme, combined with the Government’s ‘presumption in favour of offsite building’ is increasing demand for modular construction. Here, Jim Cowell, Technical Director at Algeco considers some of the reasons why offsite construction of teaching spaces continues to grow in popularity.

Modular construction is growing in popularity across Europe.

4 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

Following the UK Government’s announcement of a ‘presumption in favour of offsite,’ all building projects should have at least one option that includes the substantial use of offsite manufacture during the development stage. Combined with a school rebuilding and refurbishment push by the Department for Education, many schools are opting for modular design builds.

One key factor in the rising popularity of modular construction is its cost-effectiveness. Long-term running costs of modular buildings

are often lower than those of traditional brick and mortar buildings, as less energy is needed to heat and light the space. A modular learning space can also be moved, if need be, allowing for flexibility. This is particularly useful for growing schools that may need to reconsider their use of space in the future – something that can prove difficult when using traditional construction methods.

Offsite construction offers a quicker, less disruptive alternative to traditional construction. With a

Pre-Manufactured Value (PMV) of approximately 85%, the majority of offsite construction is completed in a controlled, factory environment, lifting any limitations usually imposed by weather. This high PMV also reduces the level of disruption to the school itself, mitigating any distractions caused by noise and alleviating any health and safety concerns associated with a traditional construction site. As the majority of the building is completed offsite, insertion of the modular building onto the school grounds can easily be co-ordinated with school holidays, avoiding any disruption to learning.

Compared to traditional construction, modular construction produces a limited amount of waste, as classrooms are designed to tight specifications, with any excess materials from design modifications being reused for later projects. As modular buildings are completed offsite, vehicular traffic from travel to and from the construction site is eliminated, meaning CO₂ levels are lower than that of a traditional construction site.

Case Study: Hatchlands Primary School Due to residential developments and increasing birth rates in the area, a

new school was developed in Redhill, Surrey.

Adjacent to a Conservation Area, offsite construction of the school using our permanent modular building system meant that the modules were delivered with a PMV of 85%, and ready for final finishing on-site. This reduced the construction schedule by around 50%, compared to a traditional on-site build, with completion in just 32 weeks.

The new school was funded by the DfE and operated by the Everychild Trust – a multi-academy trust, whose aim is to “Engage, equip and

empower every child”. Development of the school was part of a Modular-A Primary School component solution framework.

Planning requirements for Hatchlands Primary School meant that making efficient use of space was a high priority on the development, because the 420-place school had to be created on a similar footprint to the existing structure and within the same two-storey height limit.

The design of the building had to fit its surroundings, maintaining the character of its environment, whilst ensuring minimal disruption to the

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 5

surrounding community. The scale and height of the structure was minimised through the incorporation of a flat roof, mitigating its impact on local views.

The designers were DLA Architects who worked with Algeco to develop a component-centred solution that was based on the Elliott market leading modular system. Hatchlands was designed in a contemporary style using brick, cedar cladding, purple panelling to complement the school’s branding, render and significant glazed elements to create light filled teaching spaces.

The completed school maintains the look of a traditional on-site build, whilst yielding all the benefits of offsite construction: a shorter build schedule, less site traffic, more consistent build quality and reduction of on-site waste.

The school was built to high sustainability standards, achieving a 6 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

BREEAM Very Good Rating, placing it within the top 25% of buildings, in terms of sustainability, aligning with the goals of Reigate and Banstead Borough Council. Transmittance of noise was minimised, meeting minimum standards set out in The Building Bulletin 93 (BB 93) ‘Acoustic Design of Schools: A Design Guide,’ through the construction of a suspended concrete floor in the module.

A large span sports hall was created using our Hybrid system, providing the school with a valuable space that is now used for assemblies, sports and performances. The system allows incorporation of large open atriums and increased ceiling heights and can be fully integrated with the modules to provide greater design scope.

The modular design used at Hatchlands is entirely building regulation-complaint, with passive

ventilation and a minimum design life of 60 years. All in all, the turnkey solution is considered to balance design, scale and massing, resulting in an ideal solution for the character or the area.

Once the development had been handed over, we were thrilled with the comments from Moira Anderson, Headteacher at Hatchlands Primary School: “What a fabulous new school we now have! The children were really excited about moving into their new classroom and it is certainly very different to the temporary teaching areas we have been using.

We were all really impressed with the professionalism and considerate approach of the Algeco team.”

To learn more about Algeco, visit: www.algeco.co.uk

The Sony Solution When it comes to professional AV technology, Sony provides much more than just great products. We create solutions that make visual communications and knowledge sharing even smarter and more efficient.

We empower organisations of every industry, sector and size with advanced audio-visual tools that help them go further. From schools to universities, small business to big business, retail to automotive and more, we have the perfect solution.

Our comprehensive suite of TEOS solutions intelligently manage all of your connected devices, while our powerful collaboration tools enable real-time knowledge sharing. Discover new levels of detail with our class-leading BRAVIA Professional Displays, and take your presentations further with our bright, captivating range of Projectors.

Support is at the heart of everything we do. With our PrimeSupport packages, you’ll always get the best service for your business. With specialist advice and a host of support features included as standard, we’ve got you covered.

For full product features and specifications please visit pro.sony

PRODUCT & INDUSTRY NEWS

Medical training facility completed at Nottingham Trent University WORK on a three-storey, specialist training facility for those in the healthcare sector has now been completed at Nottingham Trent University’s (NTU) Clifton Campus.

The renovation of existing NTU buildings and the completion of a new building will serve as a base for the Institute of Health & Allied Professions, which offers a range of specialist courses such as adult and mental health nursing and paramedic science. The whole facility is focused on equipping the healthcare providers of the future with the knowledge and hands-on skills required for modern healthcare.

Leading independent property, construction, and infrastructure consultancy, Pick Everard provided architecture, interior design and principal design services from concept to completion, working with main contractor Henry Brothers during the construction period.

Devika Parmar, director of architecture at Pick Everard, said: “We are delighted to have provided services for such an important scheme for the university and its healthcare students. We won this project via a competition under the NTU consultancy framework, where we put forward our concept proposals to create a gateway building to the campus that would be visually striking, functional and inspirational for anyone hoping for a career within health services. We’re thrilled that the completed building aligns very closely with our original concept sketch.

“Blending our healthcare and HE knowledge, we designed a building that caters to nursing, paramedical, and other healthcare professionals. It accommodates a variety of clinical simulation spaces that support teaching, assessments, and learning opportunities.

“Underpinning our design approach was a modular grid and a simplicity in design to create flexibility and 8 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

standardisation in space planning and construction delivery. Working closely with university stakeholders, we meticulously planned the building to meet user requirements and allow for new educational technologies to support the evolving learning demands.”

With flexibility of use in mind, multi-use spaces have the potential to provide students with fully immersive experiences. The new building also provides a welcoming gateway building to the campus with the external façade treatment and quality materials providing aesthetic interest.

One floor of the new development is dedicated to realistic simulated healthcare environments for the training of healthcare students. This includes hospital wards, consultations and counselling rooms and a mock flat for home and emergency care scenarios. Meanwhile, a further two floors provide office and flexible teaching space to accommodate creative learning approaches.

David Shaw, national design director at Pick Everard, said: “The architecture of the new development has been designed for maximum visual impact on arrival to the campus. We wanted to ensure this new addition to an evolving campus would be complimentary but also distinctive both externally and internally.

“The whole consultant team worked closely to deliver this project to ensure the architecture, interior design and engineering has been holistically considered.

We were intent on combining the existing building into the project, with the atrium space connecting the refurbished and new accommodations to bring people together in a central collaboration space.

For more information about Pick Everard, please visit www.pickeverard.co.uk

New models, new finishes added to KI’s UK-made Grafton seating collection

The expansion of KI’s Grafton seating collection includes new stool, task stool and sled-base chair options. These new models bring Grafton’s distinctive perforated backrest to additional spaces and applications, joining the existing collection of stacking and task chairs. The collection now includes a total of 7 variants, available in 8 polypropylene colours and 3 powder-coated steel frame finishes. Optional upholstered seat pads can be added to all models The new, stackable Grafton stool with a seat height at 760mm is ideal for use with poseur-height tables, bars and multipurpose spaces requiring tiered seating.

Where height-adjustability and 360° rotation is required, the new Grafton task stool featuring a chrome foot ring offers a seat height range of 560-820mm. The new sled-base chairs are stackable and offer an alternative to the 4-leg chairs.

In addition to the new models, 2 new polypropylenematched frame finishes have been introduced across the collection. This will offer customers better options to mix and match for any colour scheme. The ‘Cool Grey’ frame is a very light grey, almost off-white, whilst the ‘Blue Grey’ as the name suggests is a mid-grey tone that replaces the now-discontinued ‘Silver Grey’. Although these two options were similar, the ‘Blue Grey’ has been chosen to supersede the ‘Silver Grey’ as a match for the corresponding polypropylene option, allowing the specification of a clean, uniform look. Black frames are still available across the full collection.

Designed and manufactured in the UK, the Grafton collection is available from stock on rapid lead times and comes with a 15-year warranty.

For more information, visit: www.kieurope.com CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 9

Faster, safer, building evacuations with advanced dynamic safety signage

Fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has extended its emergency lighting range with Dynamic Safety Signage (DSS) – proven to make building evacuations faster and safer.

In emergency situations, lack of information and confusion mean people often make poor decisions.

DSS uses green moving and pulsing LED arrows to clearly indicate safe exits and red LED crosses to boldly show no-go areas. This distinctive indication supports effective escape and avoids congestion at exits.

DSS is ideal for settings where large numbers of people may be unfamiliar with emergency escape routes, e.g. university campuses, hospitals, stadiums and transport hubs. The new range of signage provides different tiers of functionality making it very versatile in meeting requirements across a wide range of sites and scenarios.

The lighting can be used standalone or integrated with conventional/addressable fire alarm panels to trigger emergency lighting if an incident occurs.

Cause and effect can be programmed, allowing DSS to be used adaptively. This ensures that as evacuation situations evolve, only the safest escape routes are highlighted whilst unviable exits are clearly marked as no-go areas. For added safety, DSS is also compatible with Advanced’s LuxIntelligent emergency lighting test system, making it easy to prove compliance and identify any parts of the system requiring attention.

Matthew Jones, Emergency Lighting Business Manager at Advanced, said: “Research shows that people rarely notice passive escape signage during an evacuation, preferring to follow familiar routes which are often not the safest or fastest. Advanced’s range of dynamic safety signage has been developed on the back of research into human behaviour during fire incidents. By directing building occupants to the closest, safest exits in emergencies, DSS measurably reduces evacuation time, congestion and the threat to life.”

A study, conducted by the University of Greenwich, 10 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

revealed that during a simulated emergency in an unfamiliar built environment, only 38% of people noticed conventional static emergency signage. When it was replaced with dynamic signage, 77% of people noticed it and 100% of the test group went on to follow the safe exit route.

Dynamic safety signage hardware consists of recessed, IP65 wall-mounted and wall/ceiling-mounted escape signs that are easy to install, can be retrofitted onto existing systems and provide a fully auto-tested system when used with LuxIntelligent, ensuring compliance with BS5266-1. DSS can be triggered manually via a key switch, or automatically by integrating with any existing fire system using simple input/output modules.

Advanced offers a complete range of emergency lighting solutions, including LuxIntelligent, the automatic, addressable, emergency lighting test system, that shows all emergency lights are compliant and functioning, with no engineer involvement required.

Each panel can automatically test and monitor nearly 1,000 luminaires and is easily networked using existing wiring and lights, keeping installation costs to a minimum. The system also offers optional cloud monitoring and management via mobile and web apps.

Advanced is a world leader in the development and manufacture of intelligent fire and life safety systems.

Advanced’s reputation for performance, quality and ease of use see its products specified in locations around the world, from single-panel installations, to large, multi-site networks. Advanced’s products include complete fire detection systems, multiprotocol fire panels, extinguishing control, fire paging, false alarm management systems and emergency lighting.

Advanced is owned by FTSE 100 company Halma PLC – a global group of life-saving technology companies with a clear purpose to grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day.

500

DO YOUR BEST WORK One of the most versatile work utility vehicles on the market, the Carryall 500 has the power to replace pickup trucks at a fraction of the cost.

With a rustproof, aircraft-grade aluminum frame, and cargo box, along with best-in-class ergonomics, the Carryall 500 is the perfect solution for your industrial and commercial jobs.

www.clubcar.com info@clubcar.com

New £3.5m fund designed to accelerate uptake of Clean Air as a Service in schools before Autumn term Schools and colleges struggling to cope with the twin challenges of staff and pupil safety and energy efficiency can now finance ‘Clean Air as a Service’ through a new £3.5 million fund established by leading energy efficiency firm, Energys Group. Repayment costs are a little as 5p / per day per pupil on a 5-year agreement.

The fund, which ‘goes live’ today (27th June 2022) is designed to be off-balance sheet; simple to administrate and apply for; and presents no commercial risk to successful applicants. Any educational establishment – local authority maintained, academy, or faith school - is eligible to apply. Independent schools are also eligible and welcome to apply.

Energys Group is already well-known for its installations of energy efficient retrofit technologies including LED lighting in over 1000 schools and colleges.

The Company believes its new Clean Air as a Service (CAaaS) model and dedicated £3.5m fund, will act as a much-needed driver for safer, more energy efficient schools, in line with a school’s duty of care to provide a safe environment.

Well-managed indoor air quality delivers a wide range of benefits including: • lower rates of sickness and absenteeism • higher levels of productivity and cognition, leading to better results • peace of mind to staff, pupils and other building users Energys Group’s CAasS finance model is very similar to that used in other sectors where the upfront cost of investment in hardware is prohibitive to uptake. For a pre-agreed monthly ‘packaged fee’, a school can benefit from Energy Group’s Goji Air indoor air management technology, any ongoing maintenance and spares, plus warrantees. Energys Group calculates that, on average, the cost of monthly payment will be 5p per child, per day – averaging at £17/per month over a 5-year agreement.

12 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

‘Paradigm shift’ The Covid-19 Pandemic has led to a paradigm shift in attitudes towards indoor air quality,” says Kevin Cox, CEO at Energys Group. “Last Autumn, we saw two things happening in the school’s market. Our customers were already struggling to cope with the rising cost of energy in a volatile market, whist Covid safety concerns led to national guidance that ‘open windows’ meant ‘safer spaces’. Of course, the truth is, open windows do not necessarily result in ‘safer environments’. Plus, of course, it creates a massive additional demand for space heating – and this is something most schools and colleges can ill afford,” he says.

Goji Air technology Energys Group offers best-in-class technologies as part of its technology portfolio. Its patented technology, sanitises and protects like no other air purifier on the market. It is trusted by a multitude of businesses and facilities around the world including hospitals, schools, transport operators, wellness clinics, residential care homes and in the hospitality industry. Goji Air is also the only medical grade air purification system with NCCO Technology, proven, in laboratory conditions, to minimise the transmission of airborne viruses like seasonal flu and Covid-19 by neutralising such viruses with 99.95% efficiency.

Next steps Schools and colleges interested in applying for its £3.5m fund for Clean Air as a Service are urged to act quickly – as funds will be released on a first-come-first-served basis; and demand is expected to be high. The first stage in the process is to register with Energys Group to book FREE No-obligation Trial with a Goji Air Unit. To do so, schools can contact Energys Group via the web

Fellowes champions IAQ in education with the clean air for classrooms initiative

To mark Clean Air Day (16th June 2022), Fellowes has launched a major initiative to provide a FREE AeraMax Pro® Air Purifier with H13 HEPA Filtration to 100 education providers. The Clean Air for Classrooms freeto-enter draw is open to UK-based schools, colleges and universities.

Everyone deserves clean air, including students, teachers and those visiting busy educational environments. The Clean Air for Classrooms initiative has therefore been devised to champion the installation of air purifiers within learning environments, to help prevent transmission of viruses, relieve allergy symptoms, such as hay fever, and improve concentration.

Clean Air for Classrooms runs from the 16th June to the 18th July 2022 – and each week 20 schools, colleges or universities will be awarded a free Fellowes AeraMax Pro Air Purifier. Registration is easy, with a simple online form at https://www.fellowes.com/gb/en/airpurifiers/healthy-air/clean-air-for-classrooms.aspx Tim Browning, Head of Air Treatment UK at Fellowes said: “The crucial role air purifiers can play in improving the health and wellbeing of students and staff within an educational environment is becoming increasingly

recognised across the world. Indeed, Fellowes has been selected for over 250,000 air purifiers across 45 states in the US, where the Government has provided funding to ensure educators, students, and administrators safely return to on-site learning after the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Our hope is that the Clean Air for Classrooms initiative will achieve some much-needed noise around the issue of indoor air quality within education - and provide a solid demonstration of the difference air purifiers can make to the learning environment.”

AeraMax Pro Air Purifiers are independently proven to capture 99.99% airborne coronavirus1 and 99.95% of particles as small as 0.1 microns, including pollen, allergens, and bacteria. The smart technology works hard when contaminants are detected, then shifts to standby mode when the room is empty, or the air is clean. This provides maximum protection, while allowing for fewer filter changes and energy savings.

The 100 winners will each receive a freestanding AeraMax Pro Air Purifier, designed to maintain the air quality of a classroom up to 55m2 For further information visit www.aeramaxpro.co.uk

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 13

What is the best waterproofing solution for your education building?

Your roof is one of the most important parts of your building and a properly installed and maintained roof will provide reliable service, protecting your estate and all its occupants for many years.

As you plan your next project, it's important to ensure that all decisions to upgrade are based on the current condition and performance of the roof, to ensure you take any unknowns out of your budgeting process.

Whether you are looking to refurbish an existing roof or undertake a new-build project at your education estate, there are a variety of waterproofing systems to consider to ensure you specify the right system for the right application. We’ll take a closer look at some of the best waterproofing systems to consider for education estate roofs.

Modified Bitumen Membranes With an extremely long lifespan of up to 50 years, modified bituminous membranes are durable enough to withstand whatever weather conditions come their way and flexible enough to contour easily to the shape of the building without cracking.

Available in two kinds of application methods: torch-on and self-adhesive (flame-free), both options can be designed into tapered roof insulation schemes that will mitigate ponding water and improve the overall thermal efficiency of the building Standing Seam Metal Offering quick installation and aesthetically striking results, standing seam metal roofs are popular for new-build, refurbishment and asbestos encapsulation projects. Metal roofs are incredibly low maintenance making them ideal for education estates, and are 100% recyclable at the end of their life.

14 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

Standing seam metal roofs can last for up to 50 years, making it one of the most durable and long-lasting options on the market.

Cold-applied Liquid Coatings Flame-free roofing systems have become an increasingly important solution to the education sector's flat roofing requirements, playing a significant role in mitigating the danger of roof fires.

Liquid waterproofing can be tailored to strengthen and waterproof a failing roof as part of a refurbishment project, or be used in new-build projects looking for a smooth and modern aesthetic finish.

Sustainable Roofing Green roofs can be combined with bituminous membrane and standing seam metal systems to provide long-lasting waterproofing and multiple benefits to an education estates environmental initiatives. By improving the thermal efficiency of a building, a green roof can also contribute to your site's net-zero carbon operational targets.

Many education estates are now incorporating a solar PV energy system into their roofing design, to significantly reduce the operational carbon output and save money on the overall running costs.

With a breadth of waterproofing solutions to consider on the market today, each will have their own advantages and disadvantages depending on the application and Garland UK can support your next roofing project with expert advice from a local Technical Manager.

For further information visit www.garlanduk.com

NEXT GENERATION KEYLESS ACCESS CONTROL Smart access control technology platform designed to give users ultimate freedom of choice regarding system layout, type and number of access points as well as level of security.

TOTALLY WIRE-FREE: Stand-alone, virtually networked, wired and wireless smart locks, all working within a single access control technology platform.

BUILT TO COVER EVERY ACCESS POINT: Extensive range of electronic locks, cylinders and readers to cover all the needs of any type of building.

EASY TO INSTALL: Designed to be installed in doors with existing locks, with no need for additional modifications or wiring.

SECURE KEYLESS ACCESS: Complete mobilecompatible electronic locking platform, increase in security, control and convenience.

SALTO Systems LTD - United Kingdom +44 01926 811979 I info.uk@saltosystems.com I www.saltosystems.co.uk

University of Glasgow’s ARC officially opened A flagship research facility at the University of Glasgow was opened today (Wednesday 8 June) by Nobel prize winning Chemist, Professor Sir David MacMillan.

The £118 million Mazumdar-Shaw Advanced Research Centre (ARC) will be the creative and collaborative heart of cross-disciplinary research at the University of Glasgow.

Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Glasgow welcomed guests to an event in the atrium of the new building.

Nobel Laureate, Professor Sir David MacMillan, addressed attendees before unveiling a plaque to mark the official opening of the building.

The University’s UNESCO Poet in Residence, Tawona Sithole, performed a specially commissioned piece of poetry, entitled ‘arc’, to celebrate the occasion.

The Mazumdar-Shaw ARC will provide a unique environment for delivering world changing research; it is designed to promote collaboration and pioneer new ways of working.

It will also act as a catalyst for strengthening relationships between the University of Glasgow and its stakeholders including funders, industry, civic bodies, and the public.

The building is named after University of Glasgow graduate John Shaw and Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, who 16 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

donated $7.5 million to the University of Glasgow for the building’s construction and to fund a Professorial Chair.

Speaking at the event, Prof Sir MacMillan said: “I am honoured to open the Mazumdar-Shaw Advanced Research Centre at the University of Glasgow. This truly is a unique and inspiring building, which recognises and reflects the University of Glasgow’s world changing research ambitions.”

Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Glasgow, said: “The Mazumdar-Shaw Advanced Research Centre creates an environment that enables bold and creative research with world-changing potential.

“This would not have been possible without the hard work of all our colleagues who have helped bring the ARC to reality and all the people and organisations who believe in the University of Glasgow’s vision. I would like to thank you all for your support” Kiran and John Shaw said: “It is our fervent hope that the Mazumdar-Shaw Advanced Research Centre will provide a unique environment that supports the kind of inter-disciplinary, collaborative research that leads to breakthrough and world changing innovations, which will enhance the quality of life and through the betterment of human society.”

Bouygues UK hands over West Hub to the University of Cambridge

Bouygues UK has handed over the West Hub to the University of Cambridge. The first building of its kind for the University, the West Hub is located at the heart of its West Cambridge site, where the Ray Dolby Centre, the new centrepiece of the Cavendish Laboratory, is also currently under construction by Bouygues UK. The West Hub, which opened its doors on 26 April, has been designed to promote a collaborative environment on the site, connecting people from different departments of the University. Constructed

by Bouygues UK under a design and build contract, the building provides a lively –new facility for the West Cambridge Innovation District Moving away from the more institutionalised buildings on the site, this facility welcomes all students, academics, researchers, businesses and the wider community - to share, learn and collaborate in its open and flexible spaces. The café bar and canteen facilities on the ground floor provide a varied range of catering options and, along with a convenience shop, will be open to all, encouraging the surrounding community to experience what the West Hub has to offer.

A collection of library, study, teaching and meeting room spaces can be found on the upper floors the building which will be shared by the current and future

users of the site. The teaching rooms are adaptable and open for business and community use outside core teaching times.

The West Hub is a low-energy building which has scored an ‘Excellent’ BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) rating. A 10% reduction in carbon emissions has been achieved using zero and low carbon solutions such as a ground source heat pump.

Neil Pixsley, Project Director at Bouygues UK said, “Following the completion of the Triangle Project for the University of Cambridge, we are proud to have been part of the team to deliver this outstanding building.

The architecture and attention to detail has resulted in a truly inspirational building for both the University and the wider community which everyone who has been part of the project can be proud of.’’

Matt Allen, Project Director at the University of Cambridge said, “We are delighted that Bouygues UK has successfully delivered this strategic hub building which will significantly enhance the facilities at the University’s West Cambridge site. The West Hub is a vital milestone towards supporting an impactful innovation district that will help the University to retain its globally competitive position.”

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 17

Building managers must question if existing emergency lighting is ‘fit for purpose’

Building managers must question if existing emergency lighting systems are ‘fit for purpose’ – says Abtec BT As the Building Safety Act 2022 comes into force, a leading provider of building management services is urging facilities and building managers to ensure their emergency lighting systems are ‘fit for purpose.’

The call for action from Abtec Building Technologies (Abtec BT) comes following a number of fires in high rise buildings in recent months, and at a time when the call for the ‘stay put’ policy to be abandoned. Welcoming the new legislation, the company believes such incidents place a much-needed spotlight on the need for more integrated approaches secure, robust emergency lighting reporting solutions which allow occupants to safety exit the building.

Abtec BT, who launched ARGOHub – a software as a service (SaaS) offering, believes too many buildings reman ill-equipped with outdated emergency lighting systems and testing practices. This means they are not fit for purpose and cannot be relied upon in the event of an incident. Fully supportive of the current industry standards, ARGOHub can be tested in accordance with BS EN 50172:2004/BS 5266-1:2016, which specify the

minimum provision and testing of emergency lighting for different premises.

“Emergency building services is about more than fire alarms,’ comments Dave Watkins, Director of Abtec Building Technologies. “As the focus on building safety continues to increase, it is absolutely vital that those with responsibility for building safety take a good look at their existing systems and ask whether they are truly fit for the purpose they were installed for?.

“Building managers must be sure they can control, monitor and test their emergency lighting systems with ease and confidence. We know from experience that integrating technology such as ARGOHub into building management systems will enhance overall building safety and bring peace of mind to building owners, operators and users everywhere. For any building manager who remains unsure of how things can be improved or made more robust and reliable, we are here to help.”

For more information and to download ARGOHub’s white paper visit www.argohub.com

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 19

Mul-T-Lock Achieves a First in Security with Bristol University As part of an ongoing complete security upgrade throughout the campus, Bristol University has benefitted from Mul-T-lock’s MTL™600 master key suites, designed and installed by Guardian Security Systems in Bristol.

Bristol University is one of the most popular and successful universities in the UK, ranked 62nd in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2022.

Mul-T-Lock has worked closely with Guardian Security Systems in Bristol, supplying high security MTL™600 suites to over 20 buildings across campus, all operated on a master key suite basis.

Says Antony Blundal, Security Services Manager (Systems) at Bristol University: “University premises present a number of security challenges due to the open nature of the campus sites. There are different access requirements across all the facilities to consider.

“Working closely with Guardian Security Systems and Mul-T-Lock we developed a specification using MTL™600, which offers high security and is flexible to accommodate these issues and remain cost-effective.

The master key operation is invaluable to keep maintenance to a minimum and the patent protection allows us better control of how many key copies are in existence.”

Patent protected until 2032, MTL™600 presents a superior locking solution, with a combination of several technological elements to create strong resistance against different types of lock manipulation.

The high security solution is available in various formats, to allow Guardian Security Systems to create

20 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

master keying systems with different locking products across campus, including a wide range of cylinders, padlocks and locks, providing necessary protection and maximum convenience.

Ken Ham of Guardian Security Systems in Bristol commented: “MTL™600 uses the latest design technology and highly automated production techniques to deliver precision engineering with unparalleled performance. This is why it was particularly suitable for Bristol University, who we worked with to design, build and maintain the master key suites across campus to ensure high-quality security, whilst also providing necessary access for staff and students.”

Ian Thresher, Regional Sales Manager of Mul-TLock added: “The changing nature of the university ‘ecosystem’ in the UK, with significant developments such as rising tuition fees has many implications, including consequences for the safety and security of students, staff and the public.

“The legal and reputational issues arising from any failure to protect and secure people, physical assets and information data, are also increasingly severe. Hence, it is integral for suppliers like Mul-T-Lock and Guardian Security Systems to work closely with universities like Bristol, to understand the bespoke security requirements and install the best solution, such as MTL™600 to protect all those who attend.”

For more information on Mul-T-Lock’s range of patented master key suites, please visit www.mul-t-lock.co.uk

STUDENT ACCOMMODATION

Future of student accommodation ‘What is the future of student accommodation post-covid?” by Mark Williams-Jones

T

here is almost no part of society or business which isn’t suffering some impact due to the COVID pandemic.

Even before the world went into a series of shutdowns, one sector which was already under huge pressure from cuts to funding were the universities and the arts.

Under proposals put forward in 2020 by Gavin Williamson (MP), the Education Secretary, funding from the Office for Students (Ofs) would be cut by half for students associated with art and design, music, dance, drama and the performing arts, media studies and archaeology during the 2021-22 academic year. It seems the subjects which are most

22 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

space hungry in terms of facilities are those primarily in the firing line.

This is a trend that is likely to extend to other subjects, and whilst inevitably there has already been a ‘shift’ in the way we approach higher education to a more hybrid approach – echoing the emerging shift in the way we approach working in the office. In both cases it can’t be denied that there is no substitute for meeting in person – the collaboration, the cross pollination of ideas, the serendipitous meeting of like-minded individuals, and the learning by osmosis which happens when people share the same spaces.

This is everything we have been talking about when we speculate

about the future of the office, but it is probably even more pertinent to student life.

University isn’t simply about furthering knowledge in a specific field – it is about widening your world view, having your beliefs challenged and forming friendships and contacts which often shape your career, a key part of university experience is where you live and therefore student accommodation.

It seems the days of leaky halls of residence and grotty shared houses that some of us remember from our student days are on the decline, and whilst a certain generation undoubtedly have a nostalgia of these times so beautifully captured

in ‘The Young Ones’, the world has shifted.

Higher Education is now a business, and students very much see themselves as ‘consumers’ – with annual course fees up at £9,250+ students are very aware of the experience they are getting, the amount of contact time and resource they receive, and are asking the question as a client, ‘am I getting value for money? Equally, universities are very aware of the cost per m2 of their campus space that each student represents, and it is not looking good for those space hungry disciplines which need studios, performance space, workshops, or labs.

So why mention all of this in a piece which is talking about the future of student accommodation?

Well because it can’t be looked at in isolation – the whole idea of a university campus needs a shakeup – a rethink about how the existing assets can be better used, about how the campuses can generate additional income and become more entrepreneurial as an entity, and student housing is a key part of this wider student ecosystem.

Historically student

accommodation has always been viewed as the bottom of the ladder when it comes to design quality.

This is down to a variety of factors; rogue landlords, insecure tenancies, quick turnaround of tenants, lack of care by the students for these properties, all of which has created a ‘we don’t really care’ attitude to the design and maintenance of student accommodation. A bed, a shower, a kitchen - that is all they need. Short termism has been the approach.

But as already discussed,

students have become more savvy consumers – they are expecting more of their university experience. And we are also talking about a generation where ownership isn’t a priority – but experience is. Your student accommodation choice is potentially a lifestyle choice – it says something about who you are. You want amenity spaces, shared experiences and to be plugged into a wider community of like-minded individuals.

However, the reality is that this accommodation still needs to

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 23

remain cost effective – in a post COVID world they aren’t necessarily going to get any bigger – and they probably don’t need to. Perhaps a bed, a shower, a kitchen is all students need… for their own space.

Especially if the focus will instead be on improving the amenity spaces, the shared facilities, and the wellness of occupants. We are also seeing a move towards this in the rapidly growing co-living sector.

What will probably be more important is access to outside space – and varied communal facilities.

Each student accommodation scheme could become a small village in its own right. With the very likely possibility of ‘hybrid’ learning, communal spaces for remote working are likely to become more important – effectively coworking spaces / incubator offices for students.

The pandemic has also made us think again about our local communities – has made us much more aware of our immediate vicinity and who we share space with – for many people it has been an opportunity to reconnect and re-engage with their surroundings.

But traditionally, student accommodation and the associated 24 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

amenity has always been a ‘closed shop’ - Gated communities for students, so that these buildings don’t contribute to the wider communities they sit within. But the idea that students aren’t part of that community seems ever more perverse.

We are witnessing a ‘blurring of boundaries’ between working, living and leisure in our cities, I expect we will see student accommodation – and wider university campuses – become part of this multi discipline, multi-use world.

In our cities and towns – those areas which many universities (and therefore students) inhabit, space is valuable. But these great facilities could work harder. Already many student halls are used for conference accommodation outside of term time, helping generate additional income.

But this could be applied to the shared amenity spaces in student accommodation. Why not open the doors of the study space to local professionals who are looking for a co-working space for 2 days a week?

Why not open gym facilities to the paying public or provide refectory space as a ‘village hall’ outside of teaching hours? All of this could help

subsidise these critical ‘amenity’ spaces without necessarily passing the cost on to students, but also help these student communities knit into the wider community.

And this is the crux of what the pandemic may have done to change student housing – not in the short term – but perhaps in the longer term is to reinvigorate the idea of local community. We have progressively ‘siloed’ groups within society and given them their own accommodation class. Students have ‘student accommodation’, young professionals have ‘PRS’, and the aging population ‘Assisted living’.

We also have affordable housing for many who don’t fall into any of these other groups. All of these are striving to create broadly the same thing – a home and a place to live safely and comfortably within a neighbourhood.

At Apt we see this as a great opportunity to rethink the current approach to community and student housing: A real positive that could emerge from the tragedy of the last 2 years..

To find out more please vist www.apt.london

ENERGY MANAGEMENT

Feed the meter In this article William Darby, Managing Director of Carlo Gavazzi UK, explains how metering and benchmarking can be used by colleges and universities to optimise energy use and avoid energy wastage.

U

niversities stand to face hefty energy bills as the price of energy continues to soar. Driven by the global surge in demand from economies recovering after the Covid pandemic, energy prices are rocketing. It is a bad situation made worse by the growing boycott of Russian oil and gas supplies following the country's invasion of Ukraine.

26 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

When it comes to energy usage, universities and colleges face some unique challenges: • Student numbers are growing, the Higher Education Policy Institute predict a need for more than 40,000 additional study places just to account for population growth by 2035 coupled with continued demand from international students due to the UK’s

reputation for quality education • Many campuses incorporate older buildings that were not designed to be energy efficient or rely on outdated plant to provide heat and ventilation • And campuses often incorporate energy intensive facilities, such as research laboratories, where specialist equipment may have an unusually high energy demand

• In addition to teaching buildings, many colleges and universities also provide student accommodation and halls of residences, which require heating, hot water and catering facilities What this unusual combination of events means is that operational efficiency and energy reduction have never been more important.

The first step to saving energy is to monitor and benchmark; the more a college knows about energy usage the better equipped it is to manage it.

Monitoring meter readings regularly is a low or no cost measure that enables college and universities to ascertain basic energy use patterns.

It will also allow a college to understand which buildings consume the most energy and when.

Benchmarking to compare a building's energy consumption to similar buildings on the campus or elsewhere can also help estates offices to identify underperforming buildings by revealing whether a particular building is using a lot more energy than similar buildings.

However, in addition to identifying the worst performing buildings, benchmarking can also help establish which of the buildings on a campus are the most energy efficient. Estate managers or their FM teams can then look to replicate the most effective

and successful energy-saving practices from these buildings in those underperforming buildings.

It is also important to understand why specific buildings are consuming excessive amounts of energy.

Sub-meters can be used to monitor individual energy uses and so can provide more granular information on specific systems to help establish why energy use is high. There are many possible explanations for fluctuations in energy use patterns, for example seasonal variations in heat consumption, but monitoring may also find a change that can’t be explained. For example, there may be no reduction in energy use when you would expect to see one because plant has been left running, or lights left on, over a weekend -or through holiday periods.

The adage - you cannot manage what you don’t measure - is certainly true when it comes to university energy consumption. The simple function of installing metering on all of the primary energy-consuming plant in a building or research facility will provide managers with a huge amount of useful data; data that can be used to optimise the way a CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 27

building is run.

Meters such as Carlo Gavazzi’s EM530/EM540 3-phase energy analyser are perfectly suited to energy metering of buildings and larger individual items of plant such as HVAC equipment, lighting circuits, computer servers and other powerconsuming auxiliary equipment.

Single phase applications can be metered using Carlo Gavazzi’s EM111 and EM112 1-phase energy meters.

These energy meters can be connected to Carlo Gavazzi’s UWP

William Darby

universal web controller, which allows managers to monitor the system and to record and transmit data. This smart energy monitoring solution makes it a simple task to determine energy usage of both individual items of equipment and the overall energy usage of a campus, either on site or remotely, in order to see how much power is being consumed, where and when, both as real time consumption and as historical data. For larger facilities with multiple items of plant a

centralised system will also allow all of the collected data to be pooled to help paint a bigger picture of energy use patterns.

Of course, understanding energy consumption is only the first step towards reducing energy usage.

The next step is to make the energy reduction happen. This can be as simple as influencing behaviours; it may involve changes to ways of working or even assigning accountability for targets around consumption.

Understanding energy consumption is also key in supporting investment decisions, for example on whether it is cost effective to insulate a building or to simply upgrade its heating or lighting systems. Here, ongoing monitoring will show if an intervention is achieving the expected return on investment.

Ultimately, by reducing energy consumptions colleges and universities will become more sustainable, both environmentally and economically - which can only be a good thing.

For more information on Carlo Gavazzi's metering solutions go to www.carlogavazzi.co.uk

28 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

Touchless Access Control Solutions.

Protect your people. And their people.

We’re seeing our world a little differently now. The decisions you make affect more people than ever before. And HID Global is leading the industry with touchless security solutions that protect your workforce–and their families–holistically. From no-contact secure entries and over-the-air credentialing to occupancy control and social distance monitoring, our comprehensive solutions allow you to reassure your employees and ensure a safe, secure, successful return to work.

For a limited time, HID Global is offering new customers

50% OFF

TOUCHLESS ENTRY

MOBILE ACCESS

VISITOR MANAGEMENT

REAL-TIME LOCATION SERVICES

mobile IDs for one full-year subscription.

Learn more at hidglobal.com/touchless

SUSTAINABILITY

The zero-carbon campus!

How can universities utilise technology in their roadmap to net zero? By Ruth Kerrigan, COO of IES

U

niversity estates are undoubtedly recognising the important role they have to play in driving global decarbonisation efforts. So far, some 1039 academic institutions have signed up to the UN’s Race to Zero campaign, committing to reduce their emissions to zero by 2050 at the latest. However, not all have been so bold in their

30 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

commitments. Almost half of global universities that suggest they are committed to climate action are yet to set a target date for reaching net zero, and the clock is ticking.

In the UK, it is encouraging to see that many universities have thrown their weight behind government aims to cut carbon emissions by 78% by 2035, with some even more ambitiously pledging to be carbon

neutral by 2030. However, a large proportion of these still lack a plan for exactly how to achieve the targets they have set. As the window for action continues to narrow, all universities need to set out a roadmap to net zero, with a tangible plan to decarbonise their estates and play their part in the fight against climate change.

Universities have both the power and the responsibility to help shape the future. With many operating huge campus estates, making these more energy efficient is a crucial part of reducing the impact of the built environment, which contributes nearly 40% of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions. What’s more - they can save themselves some money in the process too.

The need to address the environmental impact of campuses Reducing carbon emissions across the board is essential if we are to limit the impact of climate change.

According to the IPCC, the global building stock needs to reach 80-90% lower emissions by 2050 to achieve a pathway consistent with a 1.5°C target. Furthermore, 80% of the buildings that will be around in 2050 already exist, so there needs to be a significant focus on retrofitting to improve the performance of campus buildings that are already built. By making these buildings more energy and carbon efficient, they will in turn become healthier and more comfortable places in which to learn.

In addition to benefiting the planet, a better performing estate helps to drive down energy costs, and at a time where energy bills are rising rapidly, improving energy efficiency is a high priority for estate managers. Moreover, heightened attention is being paid to the ESG credentials of institutions and students are increasingly keen to

understand what universities are doing to lessen their impact, a factor that could come in to play when choosing where to study. Therefore, having a plan in place which clearly sets out how you intend to decarbonise your campus, as well as enhance it as a place to learn, will improve reputation, attract students and impress stakeholders, whilst demonstrating the ability to evidence any sustainability claims.

How to map your route to a zerocarbon campus In order for universities to evidence their commitment to net zero and meet the targets they’ve set out, they must utilise technology. Digital Twins are one way to plan, implement and manage current and future operational performance of a campus and minimise its environmental impact.

A Living Lab Digital Twin can be created to work towards and manage a zero-carbon campus. This is a real world, collaborative platform that can bring teaching, research, campus management and local community engagement together. This digital asset can then grow and adapt as the campus does, and provide data to support the decisions around building improvements.

Using a Digital Twin can help make sense of complex energy interactions at both a campus or building level, making it possible to identify where operational energy costs can be reduced, inform low

energy retrofit and renovation options and help to track progress along the way. In addition, this technology enables estate managers to establish energy resilience, by making use of the Local Energy Network, evaluating renewable strategies and storage solutions, and providing EV infrastructure that will be necessary in the near future.

A low carbon campus in action: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore To illustrate how technology can be used to create an environmentally conscious campus, we look at the example of the NTU Eco Campus.

For this project, we created a 3D masterplanning and visualisation model of the 250-hectare flagship campus.

The model was used to visualise and analyse a range of testbed energy reduction technologies on site, as well as to perform detailed simulation and calibrated modelling of 21 campus buildings. A corresponding Campus Information Model was also created, for communication with campus staff and students.

Using the masterplanning model, testbed technologies were analysed, ranging from building envelope improvements to lighting sensors, chiller optimisation and the use of smart plugs to conserve energy.

These measures resulted in an initial 10% decrease in energy consumption across the campus, saving S$3.9m

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 31

and 8.2kt of carbon.

For phase two of this project, we used data from NTU’s Building Management System (BMS) to identify opportunities to achieve optimal performance in the existing buildings on the campus. Several issues were identified, including high and low CO2 levels, faulty energy consumption meters, meeting room temperature setting issues and lower than expected return air temperatures.

Virtual models were then created for each of the 21 campus buildings and a selection of new technologies were simulated to determine potential savings. These technologies included lighting and occupancy sensors, plug load management and high-performing optimised chillers.

The results demonstrated that if installed in the buildings, these technologies could achieve 31% average energy savings and a total cost saving of approximately S$4.7m.

University of Glasgow: Developing a Western Campus Digital Twin Another example of how universities can utilise technology to reduce their carbon footprint can be seen through our work with the University of Glasgow, which has a tough 2030 net zero target. IES was asked to develop a Digital Twin of its Western Campus and three of the most frequently used student buildings. It was important for the university to address the performance of existing buildings, as well as the new ones on the campus, 32 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

as older buildings tend to consume more energy and make up a larger proportion of the built environment.

Working in partnership with the estates team was paramount when creating the Digital Twin, as it was crucial that we utilised their knowledge of the buildings and the systems that control them. To harness this expertise, along with that of the School of Engineering students at the university, we created a Living Lab collaboration to bring together applied teaching, research, and campus management.

Firstly, we created a campus-level Digital Twin for the buildings and the district heating system which included time series electrical and heat demand data generated for each consuming element. This enabled us to set the most efficient boiler sequencing for different periods of the academic year. After this, we created calibrated Digital Twins of the three existing campus buildings to allow for intelligent energy management and identify suitable improvement options. Operational data was also collected from the building to analyse performance, and a command centre is being set up to house the project information and provide detailed insight on building operations to enable changed to be made.

The Digital Twin will mean that the university can analyse energy conservation methods, optimise temperature control and heating systems, identify where power

is being used, enhance building controls, and make decisions on whether to refurbish or rebuild the existing buildings. As the project develops, more buildings will be incorporated into the model to create a Zero-carbon plan, enabling the university to target the right projects in the right buildings to meet their net zero 2030 target.

Final thoughts There is massive opportunity for Universities to make significant environmental and cost savings and lead the way in creating and executing roadmaps to net zero for their campuses. The technology to help create these roadmaps is here and available, and with the everlooming threat of climate change there is no time to waste. Digital Twin technology is key to making the dramatic transformation that is required to decarbonise our built environment.

Universities are educating the leaders of the future, and they have a duty to set an example, and maximise efforts to make a difference. Creating a net zero campus is both possible and necessary and the education sector must ensure that they are backing up pledges to reach net zero targets, for the sake of the future of their students, and the planet.

For additional information, please visit www.iesve.com

Create a sustainable, high-performance university campus.

Discover how to maximize efficiency, safety, and productivity with an integrated university infrastructure.

Make the most of your energy

SM

ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Colour and design How to support students with autism

W

hen designing education premises, it is crucial that colour is used correctly to improve students’ mental wellbeing and enhance their learning experience, says Dawn Scott, Commercial Colour Consultant at Dulux Decorator Centre. In this article, Dawn delves into the dos and don’ts of classroom design for pupils with autism.

The Holistic Evidence and Design (HEAD) project found that well-designed primary schools boost children’s academic performance and estimated that the impact of

34 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

moving a child with average ability from the least effectively designed learning space to the most effective would be around 1.3 sub-levels. It also identified that the most effective classroom designs considered natural light, temperature, air quality, ownership, flexibility, complexity, and colour.

Traditionally, schools are painted in bright primary colours such as blues and reds as they are proven to inspire and increase productivity and creativity for some students.

However, for pupils with additional behavioural and educational needs, these colour palettes can be a

hindrance to their learning.

Understanding students’ needs According to the National Autistic Society, around one in 100 people are on the autism spectrum and there are around 700,000 autistic children and adults in the UK. Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how people interact with the world - but it impacts people in different ways.

For example, some may experience over-sensitivity or undersensitivity to senses like touch, taste, smell, and sight. In some instances, the lighting and colours used within

a space can be overwhelming and result in people experiencing sensory overload.

Within the school environment, this can cause students to act out and misbehave which is a distraction to their learning (and that of the other pupils). As such, it is vital that schools carefully consider how classrooms are designed to ensure that students with autism remain calm and comfortable throughout the day.

A calming effect For students with autism, glare and reflection can be distracting and even uncomfortable. Using off-whites and neutral tones is preferable as they have less luminance than brilliant whites and bright colours like red and yellow. We also suggest using paints with a matt or eggshell finish that is less reflective.

Warmer, more comforting shades such as soft greens and blues should also be considered as they will instil feelings of calm and positivity

without being overwhelming. Natural day light can also create a sense of physical and mental comfort, so look to enhance it where possible and use colours that are inspired by nature.

Placement is key To improve independence and wayfinding, critical surfaces such as walls, floors and doors should be painted in contrasting colours to make them more defined. For example, if the walls are painted in a neutral tone like Soft Muslin, a bolder colour like Midnight should be used for the door and window frames to make them more visible. Items such as furniture and handrails should also stand out to ensure students can easily locate them.

The correct placement of colour can also aid concentration. For example, selecting a stronger hue like teal for the wall at the front of the classroom will help to draw students’ attention towards the teacher and maintain their focus better.

Durability counts Schools are high traffic environments which means that surfaces can be subjected to regular knocks and scuffs. However, selecting the right paint for the job can help to keep surfaces looking fresher for longer and extend the maintenance cycle.

For walls, we suggest using products like Dulux Trade Scuffshield Matt or Dulux Trade Diamond Matt that are designed for high durability and will help to ensure that the professional finish applied lasts the test of time. For example, Dulux Trade Scuffshield Matt contains Ultimate Scuff Resistant Technology that works to protect walls against scuff marks from items such as shoes and bags, making it ideal for high footfall areas like classrooms and corridors.

Alternatively, Dulux Trade Diamond Matt contains unique Stain Repellent Technology that prevents stains from setting into the surface – as well as Anti-Fade Technology

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 35

that protects colour pigment from damage and ensures a truly longlasting colour and beautiful results.

In addition, both products are cleanable so marks to be easily removed – and they can even withstand scrubbing, so tougher stains can be lifted without damaging the overall finish. They also come in a matt finish, which reduces glare and ensures that surfaces are not reflective (a key requirement for students with autism).

On the ceilings, we recommend products like Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt that can cover up stains and offer remarkable colour retention for a long-lasting finish. This product also delivers high opacity and excellent coverage for easy application.

A safer approach There are products available on the market that can improve hygiene and reduce the spread of germs and 36 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

diseases. For instance, Sterishield Diamond Matt contains an in-film bactericide that inhibits bacteria and reduces populations of MRSA and E. coli. As such, when combined with an appropriate cleaning regime, this product will keep occupants safer.

It is also highly durable and stain resistant so it can withstand the busy school environment.

It is also important to look to paints and coatings that include low levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs are present within solvent-based products and can cause symptoms such as eye, nose, and throat irritation – as well as headaches, fatigue and nausea if a person is exposed over an extended period of time. As students (and staff) spend a lot of time indoors, it is important to look to water-based paints that contain lower VOC levels – thus reducing the chance of these symptoms occurring.

Another key benefit of waterbased products is their quick drying times. As decorators do not have to wait as long for the paint to dry, they need less time on site to complete the work so disruption is kept to a minimum. The low VOC content also means that rooms are safe to occupy much faster (as they do not require as much ventilation) so schools can be up and running as soon as the paint has dried.

Correctly designing classrooms can significantly improve students’ wellbeing and learning – which is why it is crucial to consider what colours are used and where they are placed.

To find out how Dulux Decorator Centre can support you and the design of your premises please visit: www.duluxdecoratorcentre.co.uk/ dulux-decorator-centre-specifications

Bosch Commercial and Industrial Heating Solutions for education facilities

EXHIBITION

Inspiration overload at LANDSCAPE 2022!

Join thousands of design professionals as they talk, meet, learn, educate, inform, share, debate and connect at LANDSCAPE in Hall 3 at the NEC in Birmingham on the 28th and 29th September 2022 LANDSCAPE looks to continue the success with a brand-new seminar programme. Taking a much more sustainable and environmentally conscious approach, you can enjoy topics ranging from The Future Design Business, Arboricultural Biodiversity, Getting Going on Green Roofing and How the Landscape Sector can Play Their Part in Nature’s 38 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

Recovery.

Over the two days visitors can enjoy two different seminar programmes, over 48 seminars and 100 top industry professionals sharing their thoughts and experience on the leading topics of 2022. The seminars will inspire, educate and connect people to new ideas and solutions to take towards

future projects. There is no better place to network with professionals at the top of their game.

For the 2022 event, LANDSCAPE will be introducing some brand-new features including a Graduate Showcase by London College of Garden Design. Director, Andrew Fisher Tomlin is working closely with the team at LANDSCAPE to

help showcase some of the many talented designers that are entering the industry this year and the ones to watch!

Back again at the central bar LANDSCAPE will be playing host to a series of Meet the Designer opportunities. If you have questions to ask, now is the chance to ask garden designers directly. Run in conjunction with the SGD – Society of Garden Designers, visitors will have the freedom to be part of the conversation and talk to high profile designers about their work and working life.

Also at the central bar area, LANDSCAPE will be hosting their incredibly popular PechaKucha 20x20 on the afternoon of Day 1 on Wednesday the 28th September.

The word “PechaKucha” is Japanese for “chit chat” - it’s a storytelling platform that celebrates people, passion, and creative thought.

The perfect format for speakers to share ideas and connect with others visually, concisely and memorably.

The PechaKucha 20x20 presentation style is a slide show of 20 images, each auto-advancing after 20 seconds. It’s non-stop and speakers have got just 400 seconds to tell their story, with visuals guiding the way.

In a very informal setting you can get an insight into the worlds of 5 Landscape Architects and the things that make them go “wow!”. Held at the central bar, it’s the perfect way to finish off a day of learning with some insight, inspiration and a free drink!

Their highly anticipated design competition is focused this year on Wildlife Friendly designs and is being run in conjunction with the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust and Birmingham and Black Country Wildlife Trust. Ian Jelley, Director of Living Landscapes, will be a guest judge and also sharing his

knowledge on “How the Landscape Sector can Play Their Part in Nature’s Recovery”. Shortlisted designs will be displayed during the show, with the winner announced on the first day of the event.

LANDSCAPE’s Women in the Industry Day was so well received in 2021 that it’s back again, bigger and better than before, plus it’s all free to attend! Join ladies from all aspects of the industry as they come together on the 29th September in Hall 3 at the NEC Birmingham, to support, talk, share and celebrate their achievements and continued drive to

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 39

push forward. Start off Day 2 of the Show at the Women in the Industry networking morning at 10.15am, run proudly in conjunction with #Yes She Can! Enjoy a coffee and a catch up as you network and listen to shared stories from others championing diversity throughout all areas of the industry.

Alongside the much-loved educational seminar programme, LANDSCAPE provides a platform for over hundreds of exhibitors to showcase their cutting-edge products, technology and solutions for the design, build and management of exterior and interior landscaping projects. There will be thousands of products on display for you to find what you need to bring your project to the next level.

LANDSCAPE is proud to say that 86% of visitors are very likely to recommend and use an exhibitor for a future project, and the exhibitor list continues to go from strength Alan Macklin to strength. The extensive exhibitor list ensures that when they say that 40 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

there is “something for everyone”, they really do mean it!

The networking morning will be followed by a full day of interviews led by #Yes She Can and leading women from different specialties.

With so many amazing career opportunities in the landscaping industry, come and listen to inspirational women as they talk about their experiences, how they push forward in their respective fields and what they hope for the future.

Last year LANDSCAPE’s Women in the Industry day hosted the launch of Women in Natural Stone.

Member Claire Wallbridge said “Women are integral to a progressive and successful development of talent within our sector and The LANDSCAPE Show was instrumental in the founding of WINS, promoting the incredible wealth of expertise women bring.”

Head on over to LANDSCAPE and enjoy two days of inspirational talks, unlimited networking and

gain inspiration for your next project from the thousands of products on display. The extensive exhibitor list and programme features ensures that when they say that there is “something for everyone”, they really do mean it!

Entry guarantees you access to the exhibition hall, the Women in the Industry event, as well as all of the seminars taking place at LANDSCAPE. With so many features and reasons to visit, LANDSCAPE 2022 is the trade event you will not want to miss, and the best part is - it’s all FREE! The LANDSCAPE Show is the chance of the year to network with professionals at the top of their game at the most valuable landscaping design event of the year.

Register for your free entry today at www.landscapeshow.co.uk/register and be part of the conversation.

See you there!

Further information can be found at www.LandscapeShow.co.uk

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Estate management in the hybrid era Hybrid learning within universities has had a significant impact on how the facilities are being used. Karl Cundill, Partner at LitmusFM, delves into what in-house Facilities Management teams should be looking for within their estates strategy and how they can adapt their plans to ensure facilities are fit for the future

I

t has been identified that around two thirds of face-to-face academic learning hasn’t returned at universities, with online learning taking hold. This is further mirrored in a recent Student

42 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

Futures Commission study, which revealed 70% of students ‘strongly’ support recorded in-person lectures.

It’s pretty clear that hybrid learning isn’t just a pandemic hangover, but rather a revised approach that has

been adopted for the long-term. This is having a dramatic impact on how university facilities are being used.

It’s creating a very different environment with reduced footfall across campuses, lecture theatres not in use

anywhere near as much, as well as the knock-on effect to other facilities such as coffee shops and eateries.

Rather than this being a period of overwhelm or worry, we view it more as an opportunity. An opportunity for universities to review and take stock of their facilities portfolio (something which may well have needed to be done long before the pandemic), realign and create an estates strategy that will work for the university now and in the future.

Given that the majority of Facilities Management services across university estates in the UK are delivered in-house, the importance of having a strong strategy in place for managing the estate in this new era is essential to the smooth running of the university as a whole.

Firstly, the new estates strategy needs to be developed. This should cover the entire estate and detail planned acquisitions, change of use of buildings, any mothballing of facilities and planned disposal, potentially covering a 5-10 year period.

The next step is to understand your assets across the facilities – and to implement a long term, whole life approach to managing them – which

will enable you to manage your budget far more effectively. For example, instead of investing in upgrading the facilities and then later down the line selling assets that are no longer used, this could be done the other way around and any capital from assets sold could go towards upgrading the remaining portfolio. Getting to grips with assets, capital allowance and the lifecycle of upgrading and renewing will essentially mean you will reduce the need to invest ‘new’ budget into facilities; rather, you can recycle from old.

Once the estates strategy is in place, putting a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programme – which essentially ensures all of your assets are properly maintained over their lifetime – is essential. A PPM programme can save thousands in the long run and in the end will prolong the life of your equipment.

The time and cost to repair items that fail out of the blue can be in the region of three to five times more expensive than the cost of making a planned maintenance repair to the same item prior to failure.

Aside from the direct financial benefit, PPM planning is also better for the environment, ensuring the

assets work as efficiently as they can, for as long as they can – rather than consuming high levels of energy as they slowly deteriorate, eventually breaking, being discarded and potentially ending up as landfill. Given the recent hike in energy prices, managing energy consumption is more important than ever and will have a significant impact on operational budgets.

Implementing a PPM involves properly understanding your equipment – so understanding what you have, when it was installed and last serviced and where it is located, all within a comprehensive and detailed asset register. This can include anything from catering equipment, fire safety and security systems, air conditioning units and so on.

Once the current condition of the equipment is established, and therefore the residual life remaining of them is known, a Forward Maintenance Register (FMR) can be created. This essentially captures the remaining service life of each piece of equipment. For example, the FMR could initially span five years and detail the maintenance and / or capital expenditure required over this period. Or it

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 43

could be developed further into a full lifecycle programme covering a 10, 15, 20-year period. With a reliable and complete FMR in place, universities will know exactly when equipment will need maintenance work and therefore be able to budget accordingly.

This also brings peace of mind that all your assets meet compliance standards. Every piece of equipment will have different standards to adhere to in terms of frequency of servicing and so on.

When you’re managing an entire estate, it’s impossible to keep on top of all of this unless you have a comprehensive system in place, like a FMR register.

Of course, you need the right people in place who can concept, deliver and then manage the estates strategy on an ongoing basis. This can either be through the use of in-house teams or bringing in external consultants/specialists at key stages. Often a hybrid mix of both works well, with a core in-house team and the expertise of consultants to help navigate through crucial elements. Finding the right calibre of people is key and often the investment in the recruitment 44 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

budget is well worth it to find quality individuals. Equally, another way to create a pipeline of staff is to implement an internship programme, which enables universities to recruit from within and build and develop talent from the ground up. This will also mean the recruitment budget can be reduced and put towards other areas.

Indeed, by having the right people in place drives innovation. Having visionary individuals within your team, who bring fresh ideas around how the estate can be managed more effectively will make a big difference.

In fact, this is an area where working with external consultants can be very useful. Even the most creative of individuals can become blinkered when they work in-house within the facilities day in, day out. Bringing external experts in, who often have a wider perspective and experience of the sector, and current market trends, will breathe fresh life into how your facilities are run.

There are a lot of new tech developments that have emerged recently that can help manage university facilities. For example, the use of sensor technology that monitors footfall and how frequently

areas are used. The data from tech like this can then feed into every part of managing that area, building or facility – from how often it needs to be cleaned to opening times and the provision of hospitality services.

Robotic cleaners are also becoming an increasingly popular option and particularly useful in open plan spaces. After the initial investment, your budget can be adjusted to utilise cleaning staff in the more complex and specialist areas, leaving the robotic cleaner to take care of the more straightforward open plan spaces.

Managing university estates has always required nimble thinking.

However, it’s fair to say, that the past two years have had a greater impact on how we live our lives than any other period in memory. The hybrid approach is being embraced within university learning, within the workplace and so on. Whatever your estates strategy has been, and however well it’s worked, it will need overhauling in light of the changes in the way we’re all operating.

For further information please visit https://litmuspartnership.co.uk/ services/facilities-management/

The New Standard in Academic Integrity Turnitin Originality rises above similarity checking, addresses new and emerging trends in misconduct, and keeps integrity at the core of all student work.

Learn more:

turnitin.com/products/originality

DIRECTORY

As Europe’s leading supplier, installer and integrator of digital television and audio visual equipment, Airwave can deliver your vision. With a presence in all key sectors including: healthcare, education, retail & leisure, stadia, prisons and transport, Airwave’s customer base is diverse. www.airwave.tv

As the UK’s market-leading provider of technology led compliance and risk management solutions, our purpose is to help organisations be safer, healthier, and stronger. Our guide explains a range of measures and safety commitments so that universities are fully prepared and to keep the spread of the virus under control. www.alcumusgroup.com

The ASSA ABLOY Group is the global leader in access solutions. Our offering covers products and services related to openings, such as locks, doors, gates and entrance automation solutions. This also includes expertise in controlling identities with keys, cards, tags, mobile and biometric identity verification systems.

Buildings today don’t only provide a safe, functional place for people to live and work. They can also cater for – and even respond to – their needs, while helping them work more efficiently and sustainably. At Bosch Building Technologies, we are at the forefront of these new developments. www.boschbuildingtechnologies.com

www.assaabloy.com

Club Car boasts nearly 60 years of industry-leading innovation and design, initially focused on golf cars and then expanding to commercial utility vehicles and personal-use transportation. www.clubcar.com

Our education solutions are developed from the ground up to increase campus security and safety while extending the capabilities of student, faculty and staff ID badges. Our solutions can be used for convenient access to buildings, computer login, cashless vending and campus activities. www.hidglobal.com

Hysopt is unique design software that helps building managers get the most out of their heating and cooling systems. In collaboration with installation companies and engineering firms, we can cut your annual energy bill by 10 to 50%. www.hysopt.com

LapSafe® created its first products to meet the needs of the education market and although we have since expanded into many other sectors, this remains our largest and most established area of expertise. Our products have been thoroughly tested by every type of education and academic institution www.lapsafe.com

46 | Summer 2022 | CAMPUS

Originally founded in 1921, the company known today as Mitsubishi Electric has almost 100 years of experience in providing reliable, high quality products and support to installers, specifiers, corporate clients and general consumers all over the world. https://les.mitsubishielectric.co.uk

With more and more consideration being given to energy usage and the increasing implementation of green legislation, PumpSmart Limited is able to assist with the identification of areas where real energy savings can be made. New products, aimed at energy consumption reduction, are constantly entering the market with potential to improve existing installations. www.pumpsmart.co.uk

From its inception in 2001, SALTO was created with one objective: to devise a world-class access control system that was simple to use and extremely efficient, giving users the ability to control all their access needs and secure all their doors without complex and expensive wiring.

We drive digital transformation by integrating world-leading process and energy technologies to realize the full efficiency and sustainability opportunities for your establishment.

We provide end-point to cloud integration connecting products, controls, software and services.

www.saltosystems.com

https://www.se.com

As a trusted advisor and reliable partner, as a system integrator, service provider and a product vendor, Siemens offers energy-efficient, safe and secure buildings and infrastructure. With our people, our global footprint and our technical expertise, it's our passion helping you to create the perfect place – your perfect place.

Everything we do is about improving people’s daily lives. We believe healthy school meals make kids do better. That relaxed patients recover faster. And organizations with engaged employees perform better. With our unique wide range of integrated services, this is what we do every day. www.sodexo.com

www.siemens.com

Transforming teaching and learning with creative solutions to engage and inspire every student. Learning’s becoming more interactive. More immersive. More collaborative. At Sony we’re working with universities, colleges and schools to create richer, more rewarding educational experiences for today’s students and teaching staff.

Veolia Water Technologies UK (VWT UK) is a leading water treatment solutions and services provider with a unique global presence and 160 years of experience. VWT UK strives to provide innovative solutions such as the new PURELAB Quest compact water purification unit that can generate Type I, II and III water. www.veoliawatertechnologies.co.uk

https://pro.sony.com

CAMPUS | Summer 2022 | 47

Desigo – the state-of-the-art building automation system One system for all requirements of an intelligent building

siemens.com/desigo