Our response to Covid-19 Learn more > BUILT WITH: SOAS Enhancing the SOAS’ student experience with a bespoke build Project Manager: FAITHFUL + GOULD Architect: BOND BRYAN Quantity Surveyor: FAITHFUL + GOULD M&E: TROUP BYWATERS + ANDERS Form of Contract: TRADITIONAL Size: 40,000 SQ. FT Programme Period: 34 WEEKS This project forms part of a £5,000,000 investment in the school of languages, supported by major funding from HEFCE’s Catalyst fund to safeguard UK provision in strategically important and vulnerable languages (SIL) of Africa, Asia and the Middle East. From 2018-19 SOAS’ students’ entitlement to learn a language will be embedded in their degree level programme of study. BW’s project was focused in the Brunei Gallery and included the conversion of a conferencing facility into a large languages lab and linked study and multi-use zone, the upgrade of a 290 person lecture theatre to allow cinema quality screening of foreign language films, and the refurbishment of a range of learning spaces with appropriate layout and sound proofing. It was vital that SOAS can attract more students alongside keeping in line with current student expectations. Supporting Teaching Excellence The project will create a large variety of accessible spaces where students can work together or individually, even making use of the corridors. The lecture theatre, fast tracked in only 8 weeks, has transformed an under-used utilitarian space into a bright and airy colourful facility that is now used at 100% occupation. These spaces will help this leading institution to maintain teaching excellence by continuing to focus on their diverse students and their needs. Fit-Out Facts Hard deadline for the start of the new academic year Conversion of a conferencing facility into a large languages’ lab and linked study and multi-use zone Upgrade of a 290-person lecture theatre to allow cinema quality screening of foreign language films Refurbishment of a range of learning spaces from basement to level 4 Complete electrical, mechanical data and AV upgrade to all levels, including new acoustic-rated glass partitions floor finishes and decorations Contact us 0207 593 9900 info@wearebw.com BW: Workplace Experts 5 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7BA Work SOAS Lendlease - IQL Universal Music Group English National Ballet GAM One Heddon Street Insights Events News Press About BW About Us Our People Careers - Career paths - Grads and apprentices News Covid-19 BW Values Inclusivity Net zero carbon - Carbon Offsetting - Embodied Carbon - Operational Carbon Innovation Sitemap | Terms of Use | Privacy & Cookies | Modern Slavery Act | © 2021 BW: Workplace Experts | Built by Fireworx Follow us We use cookies to enhance your experience. We use cookies to help give you the best experience on our site and allow us and third parties to tailor ads you see on this and other websites. By continuing you agree to our use of cookies. ACCEPT AND CLOSE