LBS wins AJ100 & RIBA London Project of the Year 

We are delighted to announce that London Bridge Station, designed by Grimshaw and delivered by Costain, has won both the RIBA London and the AJ100 Project of the Year 2019!

The central feature of this project is the BCL Timber ceiling system that spans across the central concourse. Lauded by RIBA as 'truly impressive & joyous' - it is a testement to design flexibility of the BCL system, allowing Grimshaw to create a unique timber ceiling that not only looks fantastic, but delivers several levels of acoustic performance, whilst integrating all of the techncial aspects the project demanded.  

To visit our full Case Study click here.

To read more about the  RIBA London Award click here.

To see the full list of   AJ100 winners click here

Progress Update: UK Hydrographic Office

BCL have now finished installing approx 1,700sqm of Class A acoustic timber panels to the interior of the new UK Hydrographic Office for BAM Construction. The horizontal Siberian Larch baffles curve on plan to create dramatic 'waves' across the atrium, whilst also delivering high performance absoprtion to the space.  

The project, designed by AHR Global, provides a beautiful new setting to house the UK government's world leading body in hydrography and maritime cartography. BCL were brought on early by AHR and are delighted to be delivering another high profile commercial project with BAM construction.

For more infromation on the UKHO and its important role in the UK's royal Navy and merchant shipping visit the UK Government Website

Alternatively, for more info on AHR's design, please visit the AHR Global - UKHO Project Overview

Progress Update: The Schrödinger Building

BCL are working hard on The Oxford Science Park’s new state of the art office and laboratory, the Schrödinger Building, and it is almost complete. Project architects Bogle and Main Contractors Barnwood Construction elected to use the BCL panel system on internal walls and ceilings, along with an external canopy. Here are some progress photos of BCL’s work. 

Covering over 400m2 the project is using BCL panels with 19 x 25mm Siberian Larch slats, and with 50% open area the panels are working at an acoustic class A. The timber is fire treated with a factory applied lacquer, giving it class 0 ssf fire protection.

The project is due for completion soon. Check out our gallery for some images of our completed projects www.bcltimberprojects.co.uk/gallery

BCL Bamboo Panels in Thames Tower Renovation

The old 1970’s tower block located just outside Reading train station in the heart of the town is now the exciting, newly renovated office space; Thames Tower. Designed by De Novo Architecture and constructed by Bowmer & Kirkland the build was completed in May 2017.

Striking BCL timber panels feature heavily in the grand reception area on the ground floor.

The eye catching Bamboo ceiling and wall panels cover 210m2. The panels achieve an acoustic Class B, they are made with 19 x 44mm bamboo slats with a 19mm gap. A fire retardant lacquer covers the slats, giving system a Class 0 SSF rating.

The system cost £90,000 and was designed, manufactured and installed by BCL.

For more information on the project please visit:http://mydn-a.com/portfolio/thames-tower/

Photographer: Andy Stagg

National Memorial Arboretum Remembrance Centre

The brand new National Memorial Arboretum Remembrance Centre, completed in October 2016, has now officially opened its doors to the public.

The Arboretum’s new Remembrance Centre which sits comfortably within its surroundings at the National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas, Staffordshire, is wrapped in 1,500 sqm of BCL Timber Panels. BCL were selected to be involved in the project by Glenn Howells Architects and main contractors Stepnell.

The National Memorial Arboretum external envelope took BCL 12 weeks to complete, using a prefabricated panel system with fully concealed fixings. The cladding uses Siberian larch, in an L-shape profile, with a 3 coat, factory applied pigmented lacquer coating, known as a ‘pre-weathering’ treatment, which mimics the colour of already aged timber.

The pre-weathering treatment that has been used means that the building will retain a uniform colour and show minimal signs of aging. An important feature given the unfading memorial that the building serves to achieve.

For more information on the National Memorial Arboretum Remembrance Centre please visit: http://www.thenma.org.uk/about-us/new-remembrance-centre/

BCL was very proud to be involved in a project which now stands as a lasting tribute to the men and women who have served our nation. 

Photographer: Mark Radford