• Home
  • News
  • Features
  • Magazine
    • Current Issue
    • Digital Archive
    • Advertise
      • About Us
      • 2022 Media Pack
      • Features
  • Newsletter
  • Subscribe
  • Contact Us

PSBNews

Banner
  • Home
  • News
  • Features
  • Magazine
    • Current Issue
    • Digital Archive
    • Advertise
      • About Us
      • 2022 Media Pack
      • Features
  • Newsletter
  • Subscribe
  • Contact Us

University of Portsmouth Wins Design Award for New Sports Centre

by Francesca March 11, 2020March 11, 2020
written by Francesca March 11, 2020March 11, 2020
University of Portsmouth Wins Design Award for New Sports Centre
Artist image of the new Ravelin Sports Centre. Image credit: FaulknerBrowns

The University of Portsmouth’s Ravelin Sports Centre has won the best Public Sector Project: Design Stage Award at the BREEAM Awards 2020.  This is a prestigious award for the most innovative sustainable projects of the previous 12 months.  The Sports Centre, which is currently being built, is due to open to students, staff and the public in 2021.

The award winning design includes features to create renewable energy from roof solar panels and internal heat recovery systems, to manage waste water drainage by creating an Urban Orchard, a biodiverse grassed roof with beehives and a system to reuse the waste pool water for toilet flushing.  The design for this green sports centre had already received a rating of “Outstanding” by BREEAM UK, the world’s leading sustainability assessment for buildings.

The BREEAM judges praised the University’s Sports Centre design for its holistic consideration to a wide range of social and environmental issues and the level of engagement. The focus on functional and space adaptability was also noted.

Professor Graham Galbraith, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Portsmouth, said;

“I am absolutely delighted that the design for our new Sports Centre has received this prestigious award. Not only will it be a fantastic sporting venue for students, staff and local residents but also one of the most sustainable sports centres with a swimming pool in the country, and a landmark community facility for our city.

“The University is committed to sustainability and aims to become climate positive by 2030, with this outstanding sports centre setting the standard for our future developments.”

The Ravelin Sports Centre design was judged by BREEAM against Confetti CQ Campus at Nottingham Trent University, Urbanist Vine Street student accommodation in London and The College, Swansea University.  The award was announced at a special event in London hosted by actor and presenter Robert Llewellyn. 

Artist image of Ravelin Sports Centre

The University is investing £400M over 10 years into developing its campus in Portsmouth’s city centre.  This Estate Masterplan includes constructing new landmark buildings and creating new public spaces in order to support its strategy to be sustainable and create a vibrant experience for all. 

0 comment
0
FacebookTwitterGoogle +Pinterest
Francesca

previous post
St. Modwen Homes transforms preschool unit in Dursley with help from local contractors
next post
Investment in roads and potholes in England is much needed, writes Bruce Spencer-Knott, MD of Minster Group

Related Articles

PLANS SUBMITTED FOR A BRAND-NEW BUSINESS PARK NEXT...

June 8, 2020

Mayor of Gloucester officially opens The Waterfront

January 6, 2020

Second phase of SOG’s ‘Vision of Future Living’...

May 27, 2020

Parans receives multimillion order for tunnel project in...

February 19, 2019

Significant community project reaches practical completion

October 25, 2018

Nene Wharf apartments part of a wider regeneration...

March 24, 2020

UK’s first solar powered park and ride opens...

September 28, 2021

Novus appointed to £1 million housing association refurbishment...

October 24, 2018

Plymouth Community Homes secures multi-million-pound funding

May 21, 2021

Mick George Secure Wind Farm Package

January 22, 2019

Latest Issue

Search our website

Twitter Feed

Tweets by @PSBN_Social


 

Popular Posts

  • 1

    500 Cornish-type housing association homes get high-performance insulation in Herefordshire

    February 5, 2019
  • 2

    Braeburn Estates hands over innovative social housing scheme to Homes for Lambeth – with “game changing” new development model

    January 21, 2019
  • 3

    The 2019 Surface Design Show focus: Workplace and Public Realm

    December 2, 2018
  • 4

    Skanska completes Royal Papworth Hospital construction

    April 30, 2019
  • 5

    Understanding the current state of the student accommodation market

    April 15, 2019

Categories

  • Case Studies
  • Education
  • Features
  • Hospitals + Healthcare
  • Housing
  • Infrastructure
  • Latest News
  • News
  • Products
  • Project News
  • Uncategorized
  • Videos

Recent Posts

  • Uncertainty hampering growth, says construction industry

    August 4, 2022
  • Willmott Dixon to deliver latest GT3- designed passivhaus leisure project for Spelthorne Borough Council

    August 4, 2022
  • New proposals submitted for Leeds’ Yorkshire post site

    August 4, 2022
  • Kier launches a construction first to help tackle social deprivation

    July 22, 2022
  • K Systems wins prestigious tall buildings award

    July 22, 2022

About Public Sector Building News

 

Public Sector Building News is a monthly leading trade publication that is valued within the industry.

The magazine works as an effective marketing tool for our clients, being seen by key decision makers leads to valued work within the lucrative public sector building industry.

Every issue of Public Sector Building News provides an update of news, current and upcoming projects, industry comment, interviews, articles, features and product information – covering all areas of importance to our readers.

Other Publications

Architect Projects
Construction UK Magazine
Luxury Hospitality Magazine
Luxury Interiors Magazine
Refurb Renovation News
Restaurant Industry Magazine

Editor’s Picks

  • Uncertainty hampering growth, says construction industry

    August 4, 2022
  • Willmott Dixon to deliver latest GT3- designed passivhaus leisure project for Spelthorne Borough Council

    August 4, 2022
  • New proposals submitted for Leeds’ Yorkshire post site

    August 4, 2022

Published by Lapthorn Media LTD

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Cookie settingsACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are as essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are as essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.

Necessary Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.