ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK LAUNCHES UNPRECEDENTED £ 700M CAPITAL INVESTMENT
BDP ’ S PLANS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK ’ S STEM CONNECT PROGRAMME , PART OF THE £ 700M CONNECT PROGRAMME HAVE BEEN UNVEILED
Following a competitive design competition , the multidisciplinary consultancy won the project to design a significant investment in the University ’ s teaching , learning and research capabilities for science and engineering subjects .
As the lead consultant and principal designer , BDP worked in partnership with the University to design a vision for sustainable campus facilities to enhance excellence in teaching , collaboration , research , and innovation for the benefit of students , staff and the regional economy .
The STEM Connect Programme will activate more cross disciplinary collaboration and enable industry partners to work more effectively with staff and students . It will help better engage the public and future collaborators across pioneering research , education , and innovation .
The new plans will revitalise the heart of the University campus , enhance connectivity and improve collaboration between departments . Guided by the University ’ s sustainability aspirations , the STEM Connect Programme will see the creation of new , low carbon campus buildings , including a new university green - a high-quality public amenity space . The new green will create opportunities for community engagement , events and enhance biodiversity .
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