02.
Survive & Thrive
An israac Live Project Document
University of Sheffield School of Architecture
01. Introduction
7
8
Development Timelines
Brief
11
02. Building Analysis
15
Strengths & Opportunities
16
How Much of Your Building Do You Use?
17
03. Community Events
19
21
What Does Your Community Think?
04. Meanwhile Uses
23
Balancing Commercial & Community
25
Ideas for Meanwhile Uses
27
05. Specific Case Studies
29
Foyer
31
Courtyard
35
Outhouse
39
45
Caretaker’s Quarters
Hall
51
Classroom
61
67
Gable Wall
Frontage
75
Toilets
81
Summary
84
06. Moving Forwards
87
Pilot Event : Live Project Presentations
88
A Testbed for the Long Term
90
CONTENTS
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
3
FOREWORD This document has been created by students from the Sheffield School of Architecture for use by ISRAAC Somalia Community Association as part of a wider Live Project to investigate the potential future of the Sharrow Vestry Hall. It intends to provide useful information with the relation to the upkeep and development of the Grade II listed Sharrow Vestry Hall at 54 Cemetery Road, Sheffield, S11 8FP. The information provided is relevant and up to date as of 04/11/16. When addressing the document in the future it is vital to keep in mind that, if a considerable period of time has passed, some of this information may have become outdated.
Live Projects are a pioneering educational initiative at the University of Sheffield School of Architecture, where masters students work with community clients in real-time, with real budgets on socially engaged projects. For more information, please contact: Live Project Enquiries School of Architecture The University of Sheffield Arts Tower Western Bank Sheffield S10 2TN +44(0)1 14 222 0399 liveprojects@sheffield.ac.uk
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
5
01. INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the ‘Survive & Thrive’ phase, and how it sits within the wider development strategy.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
7
1
Live Project presentations & handover
2
Israac gain ownership of Vestry Hall
OTHER EVENTS Business consultant Matthew Conduit & architect Simon Gedye appointed
1
2
Conduit & Gedye produce proposals
3
Website & branding are unveiled
4
Meanwhile uses begin
5
Physical signage to improve street presence
6
Introduce WIFI
7
Plumbing and Heating
8
Improve security within reception
OTHER ACTIVITES
MILESTONES
CONSTRUCTION
OVERALL development timeline
ISRAAC ACTIVITES
CONSULTATION
1
2
University of Sheffield Live Project 2
1
Other consultants
Lunch club 7
8
Advocacy
Educational classes 3
4
5
6
Meanwhile uses
Long term lets
Minor alterations
Large scale changes
GETTING STAR TED SURVIVE & THRIVE
01. getting started An israac Live Project Document
8
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
& 02. Survive Thrive An israac Live Project Document
University of Sheffield
University of Sheffield
School of Architecture
School of Architecture
OPPORTUNITIES
REVENUE EXPENDITURE
MILESTONES
RISK
1
Live Project presentations & ha
2
Israac gain ownership of Vestry
OTHER EVENTS 1
Business consultant Matthew Conduit & architect Simon Ged appointed
2
Conduit & Gedye produce prop
3
Website & branding are unveile
4
Meanwhile uses begin
5
Physical signage to improve str presence
6
Introduce WIFI
7
Plumbing and Heating
8
Improve security within receptio
E VA L U AT E & E X PA N D BUILDING A FUTURE
03. Evaluate & eXPAND An israac Live Project Document
04. Building a future An israac Live Project Document
University of Sheffield
University of Sheffield
School of Architecture
School of Architecture
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
9
1
milestones 1
Physical Signage to Improve Street Presence
2
Introduce WIFI
3
Plumbing and Heating
4
Improve security within reception
3
4
Ladies’ Lounge COMMUNITY USES
SURVIVE & tHRIVE PHASE development timeline
2
OPPORTUNITIES 5
Creche
Lunch club
REVENUE Advocacy
Internet Cafe
RISK
Income Generation
other events 1
Clear Courtyard Space
2
Introduce Planting / Seating
3
Introduce External Lighting etc
4
Acoustic Strategy within Hall (Baffles / Panels)
5
Dedicated WC for Creche
6
Purchase AV Equipment
7
Backstage / Storage Space
COMMERCIAL USES
Cafe 1
2
EXPENDITURE
3
Courtyard Appropriation 4
6
7
Public Events (Performance etc.) Private Events (Weddings etc.) Office / Hot Desking Spaces
SURVIVE & THRIVE
10
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
overall BRIEF progression
IMAGE
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
11
Survive and thrive
d
Survive and thrive
How to get funding identifying new opportunities
What you could do with it
How to get funding
Preparing spaces with high potential for new uses, and upgrading ancillary spaces. Connecting with new users and building a business plan for the new use that they will bring to the building.
SURVIVE & tHRIVE phase The cyclical process of testing uses, evaluating their success, and either taking steps to improve, or testing out a different use instead.
12
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
MEANWHILE USES New activities and businesses may be start small and grow, possibly moving to larger rooms in the building as they do. An element of trial and error may also need to occur. Some new uses may not be very successful, and may require reassessing.
What you cou do with it
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
13
14
Live Project | Israac | Survive &Thrive
02. BUILDING ANALYSIS This chapter explores the strengths and oppurtunities of the existing building in relation to its surrounding context.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
15
WAITROSE Waitrose carpark
STRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
Waitrose bin area
exterior of building Grade II listed
Hall has high potential for income generation
Courtyard with high potential
te
Petrol Station
A
sy
bu
pe
to Lo nd
on
E C
s 16
tr e ngt h s
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
Good network Charity Good track record Good location Characterful building Operate on a shoestring
w
ea k n es s e s
Running costs Lack of funding Costly maintenance Listed building Volunteers
Ro
ad
T
A
S T
E
N A P I E R
M
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING
R
Y
Frontage onto busy pedestrian route
tria
s de
O
Frontage onto pedestrian route
ou nr
R
The Israac Center is situated in a very unique location. Close the the center of Sheffield and to bustling London Road, the building is surrounded on all sides by busy pedestrian routes, which presents great potential. The historical building has a beautiful frontage which makes it very unique. The building also presents a number of challenges. Among them is the Grade II listing of the exterior, the building’s poor public presence, and the current low occupancy within.
D
potential future pedestrian access
o
ppo rtuni ti es
Residential opportunities Gaining more exposure Only Somali community centre in Sheffield Heritage funding Strategic partnership Office/business space Service provision
B O
S T O
t
N
ST
hreats
Far below occupancy Financial insecurity Increased liability Non-support by council later Transitional period Reliance on volunteers
GROUND FLOOR 5 people (Current Use)
KEY
5 people (Potential Use) 5 people (Current Use)
KEY
KEY
5 people (Current Use)
KEY
Approximate Capacity
5 people (Potential Use) 10 people (Current Use)
The meeting room space is used by members of the Israac organisations, and is sometimes hired out to external groups.
5 people (Potential Use) 10 people (Potential Use) 5 people (Current Use) 10 people (Current Use) Little to No Use
5 persons 5 persons 10 persons 10 persons Use in use) (In use)5 people (Not in Use) use) (In use)Little to No(Not Medium Use Intense Use (Potential 10 people (Potential Use) 10 people (Current Use)
Intensity of Use
Little to No Use
Medium Use
10 Use people (Potential Intense Use) Use 10 people (Current Use) Medium
Not in use
Medium use
Intense UseMedium Use Intense Use
FIRST FLOOR ROOM
Little to No Use
Highly used 10 people (Potential Use)
Intense Use Intense Use Use) (Potential 10 people (Potential Use) 10 people
Medium Use
MEETING ROOM
Little to(Current No Use Use) 10 people
Medium Use 10 people (Potential Use) Intense Use 10 people (Current Use)
5 people (Potential Use)
OFFICE 1
CLASSROOM
Little to No Use
The kitchen10ispeople one(Current ofMedium theUse) most Use intensely used spaces in the 5 and people (Potential Use) building. It serves lunch Little daily to No Use also caters to events in the hall.
OFFICE 2
5 people (Potential Use)
5 people (Current Use)
5 people (Current Use) KEY
5 people (Current Use) KEY
FIRST FLOOR
KITCHEN
GROUND FLOOR
HOW MUCH OF YOUR BUILDING DO YOU USE? Currently, the spaces most intensely used are the reception, ground floor office, hall, kitchen, and first floor meeting room. The hall is not often occupied to full capacity. The study highlights the various spaces in the building that are largely unused and therefore have potential to facilitate new activities and generate income.
KEY GROUND FLOOR
The hall currently hosts a daily lunch club for approximately 5 to 20 people. In the evenings, the hall is rented to independant group activities. On the weekends, the hall is available for event hire.
HALL
BACK ROOM
ISRAAC OFFICE
This is the main office, used for Israac administration purposes. The organisation also conducts advocacy sessions here.
GROUND FLOOR
TOILETS FRONT ROOM
OUTHOUSE
GROUND FLOOR
The reception space sees a lot of footfall, but has the potential to perform many more functions that it currently does.
FOYER
GROUND FLOOR
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
17
18
Live Project | Israac | Survive &Thrive
03. COMMUNITY EVENTS During the six weeks of the Live Project, we held a number of community participation events and open days, aiming to gather the opinions and thoughts of the community to inform the work we were doing. This section analyses the outcomes of the community events hosted by the Live Project team.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
19
WHAT DOES YOUR COMMUNITY THINK? Employing a variety of engagement methods, we asked community participants a number of questions. Have you been to this building before? Do you know what the building’s purpose is? What is your opinion of it? What improvements to you feel should be made? What activities/ services would you like to see in the Vestry Hall? What services would most benefit your family/ community? Through these conversations, we hoped to encourage awareness and initiative among community members. We also used these opportunities to further explore issues faced by Israac, the Somali community, and surrounding community, as well the role that the Vestry Hall could play in addressing some of these issues.
o ove t f m s i l o a y are t Som ‘mos when the is the eld his Sheffi g age... t elderly f in work neration o issues e s g first i... addres ental l m Soma sical and r them y fo h of p place ’ a . . . e health to socialis
‘we could showcase local Somali history and the work of Somali artists’
‘the Cafe should be community-run and serve Somali food... there are no Somali restaurants in Sheffield’
‘we can get aroun d 200 peo ple in the h all for events , but it ge ts very nois y!’
ealised r r e v e n ‘I s this there wa e!’ ac much sp
to ation e t r o p ‘trans m is a larg ro y and f for man issue en...’ wom
‘the S om has a ali culture s traditio trong oral n poetry ... we love ... we every start m event eeting and with a p readin oetry g’
‘ma comm ny in our un bene ity would class fit from es in E and I nglish T’
Inviting participants to play and contribute to a large drawing, to start and fuel conversations
Common themes : - Many participants had not previously realised how much space there was in the building - Most participants viewed the unused space positively and were excited by the potential possibilities presented 20
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
ice ‘it would be n ht to get more lig e big in here... som at windows in th wall there’
- Participants were enthusiastic about ideas for new uses and Somali community members felt that while they wanted the building to reflect their cultural identity, they also wanted to be able to share this with the wider community.
‘when w e we used had funding to run c lasses for Engli sh, IT, s ewing, exercise . run thes .. could we e again w funding? ithout ’
‘many of our yo unger generations c annot speak Somali. .. community ru n lessons? GCS E level Somali?’
a ld have u o h s e ‘w e introduc o t e c a sp to our people culture!’
‘I would like a space where people from the community, especially kids could showcase their work’
really ‘I never e... I her come in pace s think the of t has a lo l’’ potentia Children’s activities encouraged conversations with the younger generation and parents about the various potential uses for the building
‘the wo commu men in our nity wo uld reall benefit y from ha ving a dedic possibly ated space, with IT facilities ’
Interacting with a model of the building helped participants familiarise themselves with the spaces and have conersations around their uses.
re ew the n k r e ‘I nev hall here... was a roups in g many re looking ld a ’ Sheffie es like this c a for sp
‘we live near another community centre... its great because it provides loads of activities for kids’
t come ’ n o d uth ‘the yo nless their here u ke them... s ma parent tive to draw an initia nd involve a them in productive them in ities’ activ
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
21
22
Live Project | Israac | Survive &Thrive
04. MEANWHILE USES
What are ‘meanwhile uses’? How will these uses benefit the organisation? What kind of meanwhile uses would suit our needs? How are they implemented? Which rooms will be used? This chapter explores meanwhile uses as a way for Israac to fully utilise and capitalise on their building.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
23
24
Live Project | Israac | Survive &Thrive
COMBINATION COMMERCIAL
Spaces that accomodate both commercial and community uses
Spaces with the potential to be hired out to external people and organisations, for various activities.
balancing commercial & community Israac faces the challenge of balancing the interests of their community and organisation, with their need to incorporate commercial uses and sustain their building. The diagram suggests a potential arrangement, clearly defining the two types of use, as well as the spaces that may have to be shared by both.
COMMUNITY entrance
COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL entrance
Spaces to host events and activities facilitated by Israac and other Somali community members.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
25
26
1. Homework Club After school activities and study support for children and youth. This could be as basic as providing a quiet space for young people to study together, or could function on a volunteer basis before funding is available.
2. Games Night An event for playing board games, etc. suitable for all ages. Tournaments could be organised for more older players. There may oppurtunity to collaborate with local clubs who need a venue to run similar events.
3. Mobile Library / Storytelling Setting up a small, fun, mobile bookshelf for children, youth, and even adults. A variety of activities could centre around this library, like storytelling, poetry reading, etc.
4. Creche Day care and after school care for local young children. Could this be community / voluntary based? Will it be fee paying? Does it need to be subsidised?
5. Family ‘Fun Day’ Events A possible fundraiser and public awareness event for the local community.
6. Cinema Events Setting up cinema events, which could range in themes from children’s movies, movies from various eras and genres, and documentaries.
7. IT Facilities / Classes Providing access to IT equipment, software, and internet. Classes and support could facilitated through connecting with other non profits, and skilled individuals within the community.
8. Dance / Exercise Classes Regular social and wellbeing sessions for various groups within the community. These could be facilitated from within the community, from other non profit programmes, or could require hiring a teacher.
9. Coffee Morning / Socials Regular meetings to socialise, facilitate advocacy sessions, and wellbeing events. Collaborating with various other non profits would open up avenues additional support such as transport, education, etc.
10. Fairs / Markets A variety of markets could be instigated, either by ISRAAC, or by other organisations who ISRAAC have reached out to. Networking and advertising is key!
11. Gardening Transforming the back garden into a beautiful, useable space. Plants could be decorative as well as edible!
12. Performance Venue Venue hire for a wide variety of performances. There are various platforms and groups who host lists of venues, as well as event management groups who could publisise the venue!
13. Cafe A coffee shop that is either community run or rented to an independant party. This could start as a small scale takeaway, and could trial various products and business strategies before launching medium and large scales.
14. Lunch Club Expanding the lunch club by attracting a larger lunch crowd. This can be acheived by making the menu and system more visually accessible.
15. Performing Arts Rehearsal and performace space for performing arts groups. This could emcompass anything from acting, dance, singing, and could involve the youth of the community.
16. Art Gallery / Exhibition Hiring rooms in the building to host exhibitions of art, history, etc. These could be presented by the organisation, a member of the community, or by an external group.
Live Project | Israac | Survive &Thrive
model of meanwhile use
EVENT HIRE
COMMUNITY FUNDED
EXTERNALLY FUNDED
Hiring space to an external independet group. The activity is then organised and coordinated entirely by this group.
Organised and facilitated by a volunteer collective within the organisation. May involve hiring an instructor, equipment, etc.
Organised and facilitated by the organisation. May involve hiring an instructor, equipment, etc.
IDEAS FOR MEANWHILE uSES A selection of ideas for meanwhile use that were presented and discussed at the community events. These uses were then analysed, to suggest three models of operation.
What Costs to be covered WHO COVERS THE costs
What BENEFIT
challenges
Running costs
Running costs, Instructor/ teacher’s fees, renting equipment, etc.
Running costs, Instructor/ teacher’s fees, renting equipment, etc.
The group hiring the space
Shared by the collective attending
Paid for by external funding / shared cost subsidised by external funding
Cost covered, potential Profit
Cost covered, Community service, no external funding necessary
Cost covered, Community service
A lot of local competition
Requires a lot of organisation / trust that collective will contribute to cost
Little funding available
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
27
28
Live Project | Israac | Survive &Thrive
05. SPECIFIC SPACE STUDIES This section looks more closely at individual spaces within the building, and suggests design moves to facilitate meanwhile uses. These moves are supported by various precedent and contextual studies.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
29
FOYER With the aim to maximise usage of the building, it is key for both regular users and visitors alike to feel welcomed into the building and to have a clear idea of where they need to go. For ISRAAC, it will increasingly need to act as a check point, enabling staff to ensure the security and safety of the building and it’s users.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
31
Removal of door
current issues
32
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
Change of lighting
Get more light into lobby
Open up reception window
it ha s a l ow ceili ng and bit g is a loom y
Remove unneccessary items
Relocate furniture
Somalian Art A number of community members commented that it would be great to exhibit some traditonal Somalian artwork. This could be displayed in the foyer, and have a number of rotating pieces.
future proposal
Graphic Signage
Foyer Window Removing the sofa currently in front of the window and reducing the height of the cill. This will create a clear and accessible welcoming point, ensuring better visbility of the comings/ goings of users by ISRAAC staff.
o ant t We w a give warm ome welc
A means of providing clear visual directions to new vistors and existing users of the bulding. Can be achieved using either vinyl or with paint and stencil Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
33
COURTYARD The courtyard, along with the frontage, is a key area that has the ability to transform how the public view the Vestry Hall and ISRAAC. Given it’s south facing arrangement, there is a great opportunity to develop the courtyard with simple moves, so that it is a pleasant place for people to come and relax.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
35
Removal of rubbish/clutter
current issues 36
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
Opening up of gates for fire safety and inviting people in
Relocation of bins to free up courtyard for social use
Create more inviting and prominent entrance way
E SHAM it’S A WE THAT T USE DON’ CE AT SPA THIS ALL
Timber Planters Simply constructed using recycled scaffolding boards and castor wheels, they are both affordable as well as robust. It allows courtyard users to grow plants and flowers, with the flexibility of moving them to create space as necessary
We c grow ould som plan ts th e ere
future proposal
Activity Signage A blackboard sign allows for one-off or regular activities to be advertised in the steet, to help bring in extra visitors.
uld It wo reat be a g to place ide ts sit ou
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
37
OUTHOUSE Twinned with the development of the courtyard, utilising the outhouse to provide a coffeeshop will not only help to engage a wider audience and enhance the building’s public presence but also generate an income for ISRAAC.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
39
Lighting
current issues 40
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
Declutter
It wo ul mak e a g d cafe reat or p lace to s ell f ood Remove sink
Remove heaters
Serving Window By utilising the window as a serving point, it gives an additional place to create interest along with helping to activate the street.
There ’s no t many cafes in this a re anyw a ay
uld We co have lian Soma e coffe e al for s
future proposal
Coffee Counter
Coffee Bench
By designing the coffee counter with wheels, it allows the space to remain flexible so that is can be utilised for other activities
A high coffee bench along with stools, gives cafe users somewhere to sit without taking up the whole width of the room
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
41
coffee shops
1 To give you a better idea of what people look for when they’re after a coffee, we’ve included a map of the 6 best coffee shops in Sheffield, according to Sheffield Culture Guide.
Bragazzis 224-226 Abbeydale Road S7 1FL
2
Cafe Motore Travels around but often found by the train station!
3
Tamper 149 Arundel St, S1 2NU 9 Westfield Terrace, S1 4GH
22 Norfolk Row Sheffield, S1 2PA www.marmadukescafedeli.co.uk
www.bragazzis.co.uk
4
Marmadukes
5
Steamyard Coffee 97 Division Street S1 4GE
www.tampercoffee.co.uk
6
Upshot Espresso 355 Glossop Road S10 2HP www.upshotespresso.co.uk
The left shows a number of websites that are an effective way to promote the cafe area to a wider audience than just local residents.
42
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
www.independent-sheffield.co.uk
www.welcometosheffield.co.uk
www.ourfavplaces.co.uk
3 5
4
6
2 4
V
1 Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
43
CARETAKERS QUARTERS The Caretaker’s Quaters encompasses a series of rooms, including the Front, and Back rooms on the ground floor, as well as a room on the first floor which are currently used for storage. By stripping back this collection of spaces, the area can be turned into profit making spaces. There are a number of options for hiring these spaces. One such option is to turn the quarters into a thriving business community. Through the provision of a hot-desk/ co-working environment, ISRAAC has the opportunity to generate a significant income. There is also the option to fit out one or more of the rooms to function as multi-purpose studios. These studios could be hired to facilitate a variety of activities, such as yoga, dance, and exercise classes, music classes, etc.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
45
KITCHENETTE - GROUND FLOOR
FRONT ROOM - GROUND FLOOR
current issues 46
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
BACK ROOM - GROUND FLOOR
ch so mu ! stuff
future proposal - multi-purpose studio
Exposing the floor The existing timber floor can be belt sanded to take off current layers of paint and dirt, exposing the timber underneath Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
47
office space This page shows a number of other comparative office co-working environments where individual desks can be hired out. Based on the total floor area available in the caretakers quarters, minus the toilet and kitchen area, we estimate that it is possible to house up 13 full time desk users. Based on precedent price bands, this could generate up to £1235 per month.
launch22 liverpool www.launch22.co.uk
Hot desking Use for 1 day a week = £45/month Use for 2 days a week = £55/month Use for 3 days a week = £70/month Unlimited use = £95/month What’s provided: Wifi Printer Facilities Free coffee Kitchen Area Meeting Rooms Lockers Table Tennis and Table Football
baltic creative liverpool
union street sheffield
www.baltic-creative.com
www.union-st.org
Unit rental Units range from individual units @ 134 sqft to shared units @ 584sqft. Prices upon request.
Hot desking Use for 1 day a week = £45/month Use for 5 days a week = £95/month
What’s provided: Wifi Access to communal kitchen with free tea and coffee Access to baltic creative meeting rooms Toilet and shower facilities 24 hour access
What’s provided: Wifi Meeting rooms available for use
The left shows a number of websites that are an effective way to promote the office space and it’s usage.
48
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
www.wearepopup.co.uk
www.welcometosheffield.co.uk
www.neardesk.com
Lighting Using simple feature lighting to help enhance a space. Work Bench Optimised for a laptop, the likely choice for a hot-desk user, the slightly narrower bench maximises space in the rest of the room.
ed we ne d to fin e com an in m strea
the b uildi ng is sit uate d in very cent ral loca tion in shef field
future proposal - coworking space Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
49
HALL The main hall is a unique space in the city, and as well as continuing to provide a place for commnity members to come and meet, there is potential to develop this area so that it can generate significant income for ISRAAC.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
51
Lighting
Repair water damaged ceiling
uld it co ith do w k of a lic t pain
current issues
52
Live Project | Israac | Survive &Thrive
Alternative storage of chairs
ery It’s v y echo
The r oo leak f s
MARKET DAYS Requirements specific to this user group: • Addtional tables/stalls • Specific Stalls • Specific Signage As use of the Hall increases, there will be general improvements and upgrades required to provide for all users with a space that is both functional and a pleasant place to be. Further to this may be individual specific requirements associated with any given activity. • AV Equipment/Lighting • Acoustic Treatment to the hall • P r e s e n t a t i o n / P r o j e c t i o n equipment • Fire Escape Routes and plans • ‘Storage Cages’ for regular user groups • Basic Re-decoration/Nicer floor • Wifi Booster/Improvement • Better toilets/toilet provision • Access to kitchen • Better/interchangeable signage Plan showing layout for this specific use as well as what ancilary spaces may be required
ket a mar e a d b woul t way grea f ots o for l e to us e l p g peo ildin u b e th
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
53
cinema night/ drama productions Requirements specific to this user group: • • • •
Additional specific AV/Lighting/ Sound Equipment Refreshment stand/Bar Room for use as backstage
People who expressed an interest: Magic Lantern Film Club (Pop Up Cinema) www.magiclanternfilmclub.org
Plan showing layout for this specific use as well as what ancilary spaces may be required
ld ou c we ave h ys pla e her
54
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
wedding venue Requirements specific to this user group: • Kitchen area for use by outside caterers • Additional subsidiary areas and courtyard for breakout space • Further decoration (by outside designers) • Pop up bar • Table and chair hire • Table and Chair decoration • Set Up/Set Down Teams People who expressed an interest: Inner City Weddings Felicity Hoy innercityweddings@gmail.com
Plan showing layout for this specific use as well as what ancilary spaces may be required
I’d be d este inter is ng th i s u in a e as spac ing wedd e venu Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
55
youth club Requirements specific to this user group: • Sports Equipment • Electronic Gaming Equipment • Paint, Art and Craft Supplies
Plan showing layout for this specific use as well as what ancilary spaces may be required
come we’d if here as e w ther for f stuf s ager teen 56
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
lunch club Requirements specific to this user group: • Signage, menus, etc. • Board games, etc • Television / radio / newspapers People who expressed an interest: The Real Junk Food Project Jo & Rene info@realjunkfoodsheffield.com
Plan showing layout for this specific use as well as what ancilary spaces may be required
o tt n a Iw the e se ch lun b clu w o gr Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
57
other hall venues This page shows a number of other venues, similar both in capacity to the Vesty Hall and that they are buildings of interest architecturally. Like ISRAAC, the owners have looked to raise income by renting out their main halls and ancillary spaces to the general public. Below shows typical hourly rates chanrged by the different halls. In addition to the hire cost, most halls also require a deposit of between £50 and £200. Furthermore, in many cases the halls give a discount to charities or other community groups.
1
St Timothys £13 per hour
2
Walkley Community Centre £20 per hour
3
Zest £20 per hour
4
Croft House £20 per hour
5
Wesley hall £23 per hour
6
St Marys £50 per hour
7
Town Hall £60 per hour
8
Upper Chapel £30 per hour
9
Highfield Trinity £15
10
Broomhall Centre £15 per hour
11
Old Junior School £15 per hour
12
Burngreave Vestry Hall £30 per hour
Typically what is offered at an additional cost to the hall itself: - Audio, Visual and Lighting Equipment - Chair and Table Hire - Use of a kitchen/food prep area - Some breakout space
The left shows a number of websites that are an effective way to promote the hall and it’s usage.
58
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
www.eventbrite.co.uk
www.welcometosheffield.co.uk
www.ourfavplaces.co.uk
12 2 3 1
4
5
7
8
10
V
11
6
9 Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
59
CLASSROOM These currently underused spaces in the Vestry have the potential to host a number of different services that ISRAAC are keen to offer.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
61
Large quantities of furniture
current issues 62
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
room this t can’ e ly b real used
at e gre b d ’ it ere if th a was a c tdedi ’s omen w d e e spac havi ng I. T faci l i t i e avai s la us w ble to ould be usef ul
future proposal - LADIES LOUNGE Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
63
future proposal - nursery 64
Live Project | Israac | Survive &Thrive
case study
Creche/ Kids Club
Social club for the elderley
seperate
Providence Mt St Vincent Seattle, USA The children and residents come together in a variety of planned activities such as music, dancing, art, lunch, storytelling, and that these activities have positive effects for both parties.
It was raised that, with an ageing population, the Somali community is facing new challenges with isolation for this demographic. It was suggested that ISRAAC could incorporate facilities for the elderley.
The issue of daytime childcare was raised as something that ISRAAC could provide. Mothers felt that, were there a place that they could take their children to get them out of the house, they would make use of it.
Creche/ Kids Club
the intergenerational learning centre
MIXed
Social club for the elderley
There is potential for a facility that caters for both groups, enhancing the offer for both.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
65
GABLE WALL The current gable wall, blank with the exception of a few poorly graffitied insignias, has the potential to generate much greater publicity for ISRAAC as well as an income.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
67
the graf f detr itti a from cts beau the ty o the f buil ding
current issues Unattractive graffitti
68
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
Comm e adve rcial rtisi n wou ld br g ing in a good inco me
n use We ca it to rtise adve c israa
We c ould use i t to tell our stor y
future proposal
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
69
ABBEYDALE ROAD STREET ART TRAIL
As part of the overall vision of improving the Antiques Quarter, the area hosted a street art day, bringing in a number of Sheffieldborn street artists to showcase their talents, completing large pieces around Abbeydale Road, creating an ‘art trail’ for locals and visitors to the city to follow. One of these artists, Casper Carr, also uses his talents in his role as a social worker - running a scheme for local teenagers; keep them out of trouble by teaching them about street art. For more information visit: http://sheffieldantiquesquarter. co.uk/street-art-trail/
70
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
71
participation events One of the activities we ran during the community participation events was getting members (mostly children!) to draw their ideas for what the gable wall could be used for and how ISRAAC might be portrayed on this wall. The follow pages show some of the outcomes from this.
72
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
analysis This colouring activity allowed the children to put forward their ideas, and allowed us to get their parents opinions on options for the elevation. Among the two key ideas that emerged was, given the wall’s size and public presence, it would be an ideal space for external advertising that could help generate income. Secondly, it would be an ideal space to tell the story of Israac and the history of Somalis in Sheffield. Although no direct income would come from latter option, it would do a great deal to help raise awareness of the building and Israac, indirectly increasing income. That said, these two key ideas are not mutually exclusive, and we imagine that a combination of the two is possible.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
73
FRONTAGE
The reoccurring comments from trustees, members of the community and local residents, about how the Grade II listed front elevation to the Vestry is so uninviting, confirms how important it is for action to be taken. With a number of simple moves, the currently forgettable main facade can be transformed, creating a welcoming entrance that activates the street scene and draws people in.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
75
Blank door isn’t welcoming
I don ’t know what goes on insid e ther e
current issues
76
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
Maintainence to vegetation at front
I’ve been never he t past r t doo n o r f
Glazed Front Doors By introducing glazing into the front doors, the building becomes more transparent and welcoming to the wider community, helping to bring people into the building.
havi ng glas s do o wou ld m rs ake the buil ding mor e op en age sign let ld wou know le re peop we a e o h w tw wha d n a do
future proposal
Permanent Signage
Activity Signage
A permanent board to communicate who owns the building, what goes on and when, is a simple but highly effective way to raise peoples awareness of ISRAAC and the hall.
A blackboard sign allows for one-off or regular activities to be advertised in the steet, raising awareness and helping to bring in additional visitors.
seat ing wou ld h elp peop le u se the w i d e pave ment a the fron t t Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
77
future proposal
Exterior Lighting The opportunity to illuminate the building at night will not only highlight the currently under-marketed beauty of the Vesty Hall, but also help to create interest in the building.
some ligh ts o n the fron t fac coul ade d s it of how fa nigh t t
During our final community afternoon, we decided to take our offer of free tea and a biscuit to passers by out onto the street in front of Vestry Hall. It was a great opportunity to show Israac how the extra wide pavement area can be used to engage with members of the public rather than always expecting them to come in to the Hall first.
TOILETS Given the aims to maximise the usage of this building, it is vital that the toilets are not only able to cope with the increased demand for them, but provide a pleasant experience for users.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
81
Change lighting
Change Flooring
current issues
82
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
the toile ts real ly ne ed work doin g to th em!!
Simple but attractive lighting can help brighten up the spaces
A useful document: Part M - Section 5: Sanitary accomodation in buildings other than dwellings This will give you the correct guidance in terms of provision of toilets for the Hall, how many are required and other key information if you look to make changes to the existingv
proposal example Affordable and popular materials such as ply can help transform a space on a budget
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
83
UIREM
REQ
ENTS / CONTA
CTS
ES FIC OF Landline WIFI Connections
OU TH OU SE
SUMMARY
Heating
MEETINGS / ACTIVITIES ROOM HIRE £20 PER HOUR
Hot Water Supply
WIFI Hot Water Supply INTERNET CAFE
(+ POTENTIAL TO EXPAND LUNCH CLUB)
Hot Water Supply
POP-UP COFFEE CART £1-2 PER COFFEE
OMMMME ERRCCI AI A LL CCO
COUR TYAR D
CAFE £1-2 PER COFFEE
WEDDING VENUE £300 PER DAY
Acoustic Baffles
ADVOCACY Dedicated Space
PERFORMANCE / EXHIBITION £30 PER HOUR HALL HIRE
HOMEWORK CLUB
(BURNGREAVE VESTRY HALL, SHEFFIELD)
MARKET / FAIR £35 PER DAY PER STALL
Contacts:
Clare - Portland Works
(PEDDLER’S STREET FOOD, SHEFFIELD)
AV Equipment
YOUTH CLUB FILM SCREENINGS £3-5 TO ATTEND (TOTLEY LIBRARY)
WIFI
LUNCH CLUB £4-6 PER MEAL
(EXISTING LUNCH CLUB)
N AI M
HA
LL
Board Games / Sports Equipment
Contacts:
Peddler’s Market
Contacts:
Projector / Screen Contacts:
Magic Lantern Film Festival Robin - Local filmmaker
REQ
UIRE
Contacts:
Jo & Rene - Real Junk Food
MENTS / CONTACTS
Alan - Wing Chun Kung Fu Academy
IN MA
LL HA
MAIN O FFICE
Felicity Hoy - Inner City Weddings
Hot Water Supply
COFFEE MORNINGS
(CALACULATED FROM TOWN HALL, SHEFFIELD)
Contacts:
Acoustic Baffles / Panels
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
CL
IT Facilities
LADIES’ LOUNGE
(ZEST HEALTHY LIVING CENTRE, SHEFFIELD)
Backstage / Storage
84
IT
CRECHE
(UNION STREET, SHEFFIELD)
MMUNITY
This is by no means a definitive list, but aims to provide a stepping stone as well as a point of reference for this phase.
HOT-DESKING £95 PER DESK PER WEEK
CO
The various uses are divided into community assets and commercial ventures. The diagram highlights the necessity of balancing these two uses.
Contacts:
SWAG (Somali Women’s Action Group)
WIFI
Basic Cooking Facilities
A diagram of potential meanwhile uses to be implemented during the ‘Survive & Thrive’ phase. It summarises potential profits based on comparisons to similar spaces / activities, and also lists the amenities that the use requires to operate.
Dedicated WC
M OO SR AS
AV Equipment
Secure Space
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
85
86
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
06. MOVING FORWARDS
This chapter looks towards the long term phases, describing how the ‘Survive & Thrive’ phase can contribute and help to build a solid foundation for long term use.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
87
PILOT EVENT: LIVE PROJECT FINAL PRESENTATIONS
Hosting the Live Project Final Presentations offers Israac the opportunity to test the ideas and meanwhile uses proposed in these documents. Food served in the evening
The meeting room space used for exhibition space
Main presentation space Wayfinding strategies
Activating courtyard space
FIRST FLOOR Toilets necessary to support event
Setting up a ‘cafe’ for the day in the outhouse Inviting signage at entrance
Exhibition spaces
GROUND FLOOR 88
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
Making courtyard easily accessible through gates
Door labels as part of wayfinding strategy
Publicising the event through social media, and developing graphic material for the day
1 epyT draoB ofnI
emarF A
THE FOYER
Israac Live Project in the Foyer
2 team epyT drexhibition aoB ofnI
Street presence to publicise event A Frame
htnilP ledoM
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
Inf
89
d
What you could opportunities do with it What you cou Preparing spaces with high potential How to get for new uses, and upgrading ancillary funding spaces. Connecting with new users and do with it building a business plan for the new use
identifying new How to get funding
Survive and thrive Survive and thrive A TESTBED FOR THE LONG TERM
that they will bring to the building.
The cyclical process of testing uses, evaluating their success, and either taking steps to improve, or testing out a different use instead.
MEANWHILE USES New activities and businesses may be start small and grow, possibly moving to larger rooms in the building as they do. An element of trial and error may also need to occur. Some new uses may not be very successful, and may require reassessing.
es e em ag ch st l s rm sfu te es g cc lon Su rm o inf
THE DEFINITES Some uses, activities, and upgrade moves may be definite from the beginning. These should be identified, in terms of which activities run currently that already work, and if they should stay in their existing spaces. There may be aspirations to upgrade and repair those spaces, which may happen in the long term phase.
90
Live Project | Israac | Survive & Thrive
LONG TERM USE Successful activities and systems of implimentation can then be absorbed into the long term plan for the building. Plans for altering the building could take into account how make spaces more fit for these long term purposes, or even allow expansion.
Survive & Thrive | Israac | Live Project
91
Vestry Hall Live Project Group November 2016