The Building
The Goldsmiths' Centre has been designed from the outset to be
more than just a building. Specified in consultation with the trade
and industry, it is a venue that lives and breathes creativity
and craftsmanship, providing facilities of the highest standard for
members of the jewellery, silversmithing, and allied trades, the
local community and the general public.
Some interesting facts about the building:
- Stone cladding on the outside of the building is York Stone,
sourced from a quarry just outside Huddersfield
- Creation of a bio-diversity roof for encouraging wildlife
- The new building exceeds the current BREAAM excellent rating
for its environmental friendliness
- Combines photo-voltaic cells and air-source heat pumps to
minimise energy usage
- Utilises rainwater harvesting for grey water use
- Brass cladding was hand patinated by a local company in
Leytonstone, East London
- Designed for purpose: double glazing and acoustic treatment to
interior surfaces minimises noise both inside and outside the
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