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LUTON WALK-IN CENTRE
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The NTN Partnership were employed by Bedfordshire Shared
Services as Employer’s Representative on this landmark project. |
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Giving the appearance of a new up-market infill building, the
new walk-in centre was in fact a system built 1960’s block that was clad in
heavy grey concrete. It has been converted into an eye catching building that
sets an impressive standard for this type of building. |
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 Larger than most of the other 43 walk-in centres in England
it is a four storey 943 m² building just off the main shopping street in Luton.
The conversion work has produced a smart efficient looking modern shop front
incorporating a clear phased double storey “shop window”. It raises straight
from the pavement edge in five large
single storey panels of clear glazing one of which is the main entrance. This
leads into the airy welcoming waiting room with a reception desk at one side.
Behind this are the assessment and treatment rooms. The upper floors are
accessed by stairs and a glazed lift. On the first floor are the medical
services whilst the second floor accommodates the counselling and meeting rooms.
The top floor houses
the staff offices, changing rooms and the local NHS Direct telephone advice
service. |
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(Pictures courtesy of David Morley Architects) |
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Client: |
Luton Teaching Primary Care
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Bedfordshire Shared Services |
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Employers Representative: |
The NTN Partnership |
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Architect: |
David Morley Architects |
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Quantity Surveyor: |
Davis Langdon |
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Structural Engineer: |
Price & Myers |
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Services Consultant: |
Jenks Associates |
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Contractor: |
Crispin & Borst |
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Value: |
£2.3 m |
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