New light on ivory towers

Article Abstract:

Architectural practice Hodder Associates designed the new student's residence building at St Catherine's College in Oxford, England. The 54 student study-bedrooms each have their own bathrooms. The block is adjacent to the original buildings designed in 1962 by Arne Jacobsen. Jacobsen's designs are more formal and do not empathise with the nature of the site, and although Hodder's design refer to the original buildings there are substantial differences. Hodder makes a contrast between the private and public areas and there is no wall-to-wall glazing so as to reduce overheating problems.

Architectural Services, Contracts, Design and construction, Student housing, Hodder Associates, University of Oxford. St. Catherine's College

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MetalWorks opinion

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the increasing usage of steel in house designs and construction are discussed. Particular attention is given to the qualities of steel framing systems increasingly used in house construction for their reduced defects and construction speed.

Housing, Dwellings, Materials

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MetalWorks Millennium projects

Article Abstract:

Millennium architectural projects using steel such as the British Airways London Eye, The Lowry and the Eden Project are examined.

Research, Architecture

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