Reading Blue Coat School, Sonning
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Architect
GBS
Structural Engineer
Stantec
Quantity Surveyor
Huntley Cartwright
  • Transformation of an existing hall and annex
  • Steel frame extension
  • Specialist teaching spaces, drama studio, and café
  • Acoustic technology
The scheme will transform the existing hall into a striking, purpose‑built Performing Arts Centre that sets a new benchmark for creative excellence.
Designed to inspire creativity and collaboration, the new facility will feature a versatile auditorium, specialist teaching spaces, dedicated drama studios, and a spacious café that serves as a vibrant social hub for students and visitors. Extensive glass curtain walling will frame the café and communal areas, creating a bright, contemporary environment that connects seamlessly with the wider campus.

Alongside this, the adjoining music practice room annex is undergoing a sensitive remodelling to accommodate a state-of-the-art recording studio. This refurbishment will be complemented by a new Kalzip roof and larch timber cladding, enhancing the building’s performance, acoustic integrity, and architectural character.

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