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ensuring seamless circulation and permeability throughout the site.
Overview of Interior The lower ground floor is thoughtfully designed to house two raked lecture theatres, a small seminar room, and two expansive flat-floor lecture venues, each of which can be subdivided into smaller, more flexible learning spaces. The flat venues have direct access to the landscaped courtyard, envisioned as a vibrant pause and breakout area. This central outdoor space is further supported by the inclusion of two conveniently accessible ablution blocks, enhancing both functionality and user experience.
The upper ground floor serves as the primary point of arrival, with its main entrance oriented towards the campus’ s principal thoroughfare. This level features a welcoming reception area, administrative and academic offices, and two seminar rooms designed for academic and collaborative use.
The north wing of the first floor continues the programmatic layout, incorporating additional offices and two seminar rooms, whilst the south wing is dedicated to specialised laboratories and
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