Filter House Chemistry Centre by Nicola Smith

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Filter House Chemistry Centre

Nicola Smith Interior Architecture and Design University of Hertfordshire

CONTENTS. 01.

Client Brief

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Site Plan

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Concept

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Exterior Elevations

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Floor Plans

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Sections

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Isometric Projection

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Welcome Display

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Water Story

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RSK Talk Tank

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First Floor Interior View

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World Chemistry Exhibit

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Flexible Exhibition Space

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Learning Lab

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Roof Terrace

47.

Filter House: The Brand

CLIENT BRIEF. Specific requirements:

Project Information: Location: Filter House, Sandford Mill, Sandford Mill Lane, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 6NY

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Exhibition space(s)- It is important that visitors leave with knowledge that is memorable and enjoyable. Spaces should accommodate: -Industry Display: Space should be provided for industry partners to display -Interactive Exhibition: A flexible space that engages visitors in the everyday application of Chemistry and careers through interactive displays. -Green Zone: Space should provide information and encourage discussion about Green Chemistry. -Observation Platform: To provide a space to view the beautiful surroundings and learn about the science of it. -Careers Zone: To provide a space where the careers in Chemistry can be encouraged. Filter House Partnership

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Learning Spaces: not-for-profit and local businesses, creates a - Lecture/ Talk Space: immersive environmentcould where debates and talks can take work well together. place - Learning Lab: A working Lab where youth groups can practice chemistry

Client(s): Partnership consisting of Chelmsford Museum, Essex County Council, Royal Society of Chemistry and Anglian Water. Function: Primarily Filter house should function as a chemistry centre and museum, comprising of exhibition spaces, interactive displays, and an educational hub. Target Market: Families, school groups, youth groups (guides/ scouts). Aims of the project: • Inform: To increase awareness of the public to the importance of chemistry and its everyday applications. • Engage: To enrich science education in the East of England. •

The proposed clients for Filter house will be a

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Entrance: it is important that the centre have a prominent and visible entrance.

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Retail/ Food: The centre should have a small retail area for selling gifts and The proposed clients for Filter house will be a partnership of local authority, specialist items.and It would also be preferable provide a coffee shop/ not-for-profit local businesses, creates a to network of collaboration thatsmall restaurant to serve not only visitors to the museum but those visiting the site for could work well together. walks etc.

Inspire: To promote careers within chemistry.

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• Office/ Archive: Office Space can be provided in the other buildings on Site, however there should be storage available for day-to-day running of the Centre. Che The over arching aim of the project is to inspire the next Essex County Council are the Owners of the Site generation to take an interest in chemistry careers and to make ing the land. Their 2013/2017 vision states thatgine th • Minimum of 4 Toilets (Unisex) and 1 Disabled. Essex to be a county where innovation brings The pro chemistry more accessible to the public. More locally, the aim is and One way they plan to deliver this is by increasing to bring back a sense of pride in the building and make use of the Filterused House Partnership Mus tional achievement and enhancing skills. Design Considerations and objectives: under site at Sandford mill. The design proposals should 201 The proposed for Filter house willand be amemorable. partnership of local authority, create spacesclients that are fun, inspiring not-for-profit and local businesses, creates a network of collaboration that • The history and importance of the building should be reflected within the design han could work well together. proposal.

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Chelmsford Museum operate on site already withi

A stronger relationship between building gine and House the natural beauty of the site on site for and use the other buildings The (especially the river/ canal) should be improved. They currently run Science Discovery days in the

Filter House Essex CountyPartnership Council are the Owners of the Site includ-

bod and have a good relationship with local schools. C an o Museum is run by Chelmsford City Council whose ing the land. Their 2013/2017 vision states that they ‘want Whereofpossible, every effort should be made for the design proposal to be The proposed clients for Filter house will• be a partnership local authority, Che 2017 include providing high quality public spaces Essex toand be alocal county where innovation brings prosperity’, not-for-profit businesses, creates a network of collaboration that accessible. hancing participation in cultural activities. way they plan to deliver this is by increasing educacouldOne work well together. tional achievement and enhancing skills.

The Royal Society of Chemistry are the UK’s profe Ang Essex County Council are the Owners of the Site includbody for chemical scientists and not for profit. The thei Chelmsford Museum operate on site already withinTheir the ening the land. 2013/2017 vision states that they ‘want an outreach programme that includes public lectu run gine House and use the other buildings on site forastorage. Essex to be county where innovation brings prosperity’, Chemistry week for schools. sup They currently run Science DiscoveryOne daysway in the summer they plan to deliver this is by increasing educaand have a good relationship with local schools. Chelmsford tional achievement and enhancing skills. Museum is run by Chelmsford City Council whose aims for 2017 include providing high quality public spaces and enhancing participation in cultural activities.

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MATERIAL. The Materiality of the design proposal centres around enhancing the existing fabric of the building. Therefore, many of the existing materials will be cleaned up but essentially left raw. New materials introduced have been chosen to work in harmony, whilst materials for way finding and exhibits have been chosen to stand out. Refer to technical pack for specifications.

nhance the existing features of the building and materials that of light are introduced.

EXISTING

exhibits where visitors can fully experience the different spacial ancing the narrow constraints whilst keeping the user guessing

PROPOSED

re used within the flexible exhibition space and for way finding.

Ceramic Tiles (FF)

Blue Quarry Tiles

Red Quarry Tiles

Steel Tread plate

Steel

Concrete Render

Cast Concrete

Painted Iron

Polypropylene Carpet

Porcelain Floor Tile

Aluminium Tread plate

Vinyl Ester Resin

Polycarbonate Sheets

Fluorescent Perspex

Brushed Aluminium

Galvanised Steel

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PROPOSED EAST ELEVATION 05

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PROPOSED WEST ELEVATION 1:200

PROPOSED SOUTH ELEVATION 1:200

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GROUND FLOOR GENERAL ARRANGEMENT PLAN The Ground floor is a homage to the Historical Context of Filter House, where existing features are highlighted to create an immersive experience. Existing machinery is displayed within the Entrance Hall and replica clarity bowls play a tribute to the historic routines of the building in the welcome Exhibit. The Tanks now house exhibits relating to the filtration of water, with a space provided for industry display. The newly created â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Royal Society of Chemistry Talk Tankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is a branded space where the ethical topics of chemistry can be discussed and explained, making chemistry more relatable to visitors and encouraging them to join in the debate.

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FIRST FLOOR GENERAL ARRANGEMENT PLAN The Upstairs space is a bright and spacious environment where interactive and tactile exhibits portray the Human and everyday side of chemistry. A Custom Designed Flexible Exhibitions space allows the Centre to update their exhibits regularly, whilst the permanent Experiments create an exciting and inspiring atmosphere.

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Situated within the existing Labs, the new â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Learning Labâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; provides a space where the next generation of chemists can take part in experiments and research. Filter House Design Pack

FIRST FLOOR LAYOUT PLAN 1:150

ROOF TERRACE GENERAL ARRANGEMENT PLAN 1:150

Taking Advantage of the sites beautiful surroundings, the new terrace offers views across the River Chelmer and Blackwater Canal. The covered picnic area provides a perfect spot for visitors to relax whilst the functional planting doubles as an exhibit on the chemistry of different Plants. Filter House Design Pack

CROSS SECTION B-B 1:120

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CROSS SECTION C-C 1:120

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CROSS SECTION D-D 1:120

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WATER CHANNEL

LEARNING LAB

LIVE! WATER EXPERIMENT

INDUSTRY DISPLAY

EXISTING PIPES

LONG SECTION A-A 1:100

175 FACES OF CHEMISTRY

FLEXIBLE EXHIBITION SPACE

TICKETS/ RETAIL

GRAPHIC RETAIL PANEL

UPLIGHTER SPOTS

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KEY 1. Main Entrance Hall and Public Display 2. Coffee Shop 3. Welcome Display 4. Ticket Desk 5. Gift Shop 6. Store 7. Visitor Map 8. Toilets

EXPLODED ISOMETRIC PROJECTION

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9. Water Story Projection 10. Water Story Exhibit 11. Live! Water Experiment 12. Staff Office 13. Industry Display 14. Learning Lab 15. Store 16.World Chemistry Exhibit

17. Rest Area 18.175 Faces of Chemistry (Interactive) 19.Live! Algae Filtration 20.Observation Room 21.Covered Picnic Area 22. RSC Talk Tank 23. Flexible Exhibition Space

WELCOME DISPLAY INTERIOR ELEVATION 1:20

Visitors are greeted with a welcome exhibit., Conveying both the Filter House brand ethos and the rich historical context of the Site. Clarity bowls take pride of place, filled with water from the river outside and echoing the daily ritual the workers undertook every morning. Filter House Design Pack

WATER STORY PROJECTION TANK Visitors begin their experience by being immersed in the rich history of Filter House. Located within one of the existing tank structures, the Projection Tank exhibits archive images of the site and explains its importance to society including why it was built, how it worked and the changes it has experienced.

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RSC TALK TANK The RSC Talk Tank provides an immersive experience where the ethical and humanitarian aspects of chemistry can be highlighted and discussed. Designed to create an inclusive environment , visitors can feel confident to join the debate in a comfortable setting. Reflecting the RSC Brand colours, the tank aims to gather opinions and increase awareness about the real issues of Chemistry.

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FLOOR DETAIL TT-DET-03 1:2

FLOOR DETAIL TT-DET-03 1:10

TALK TANK DETAILS

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INTERIOR VIEW- FIRST FLOOR 1. Existing Kent Machines 2. LIVE! Water Experiment 3. World Chemistry Exhibit 4. Flexible Exhibition Space Filter House Design Pack

INTERIOR VIEW- WORLD CHEMISTRY EXHIBIT The World Chemistry Exhibit explores the wider applications of chemistry. The interactive display invites visitors to explore the area of the world where chemistry can solve some of the worlds biggest problems- water, food and energy. Designed to be inclusive and accessible for all, the exhibit features a lowered surface for wheelchair users and a step for children to partake independently.

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and cut to panel size 600mm x 803mm )

Timber support Legs (75mm x 75mm)

Joint Cover (Aluminium W 8mm x L 803mm )

Plywood Base Support

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Stud With Steel Fixing WORLD CHEMISTRY EXHIBIT

Control Panel Base

(Black Acrylic 5mm)

Worktop

CD-WC-DET-01

(35mm Wood with Alter Galvanised Steel bent to shape flush finish 3mm)

Metal Panel (Alfer Galvanised Steel 3mm bent to curve and cut to panel size 600mm x 803mm )

Holder (Aluminium Holder 30mm x 30mm )

Joint Cover (Aluminium W 8mm x L 803mm )

Stud (Timber stud 68mmx 38mm )

CD-WC-EV-02

BASE PLAN

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Casing for Wiring Exhibition Controls

Timber Step (Treadplate finish)

DETA

Glass

Exhibition Top (Alfer Metal Sheet Galvanised Steel) World Map with LED Lights (Graphic On MDF Support) Backing Plate A1 Galvonised Steel

Timber step- Tread Plate Fini

Alfer Metal Sheet (Galvonised Steel)

Worktop (35mm Soft wood finished with Steel)

Part A

Exhbition controls

World Map with LED Lights (18mm thick)

Timber stud (68mm x 38mm)Timber support Legs (75mm x 75mm)

Steel Fixing

Support Legs (75mm x 75mm)

Plywood Base Support

CD-WC-DET-02

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Part B

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ELEVATION 01

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Base Support (Hard Wood CNC Routed into circular base )

Stud (Timber stud 68mmx 38mm )

Base Support

Holder (Hard Wood CNC Routed into circular base ) (Aluminium Holder 30mm x 30mm ) Stud Metal Panel

(Timber studbent 68mmx 38mm ) (Alfer Galvanised Steel to curve and cut to panel size 600mm x 803mm )

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Holder Joint Cover

TAIL 01 1:5

30mm x 30mm ) (Aluminium(Aluminium W 8mm x LHolder 803mm )

Metal Panel (Alfer Galvanised Steel bent to curve and cut to panel size 600mm x 803mm )

Joint Cover (Aluminium W 8mm x L 803mm )

TOP PLAN 1:50 Control Panel Base

k Acrylic 5mm)

Worktop 02 TAIL

m Wood with Alter Galvanised Steel to shape flush finish 3mm)

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Metal Panel Control Panel Base Galvanised Steel 3mm bent to curve

(Black Acrylic 5mm) ut to panel size 600mm x 803mm )

Worktop

(35mm Wood with Alter Galvanised Steel Holder bent to30mm shapexflush finish nium Holder 30mm ) 3mm)

Metal Panel

Joint Cover (Alfer Galvanised Steel 3mm bent to curve nium and W 8mm L 803mm cut tox panel size)600mm x 803mm ) Stud

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er stud 68mmx 38mm ) 30mm x 30mm ) (Aluminium Holder

Joint Cover (Aluminium W 8mm x L 803mm )

Stud (Timber stud 68mmx 38mm )

ELEVATION 01 1:50

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FLEXIBLE EXHIBITION SYSTEM

FE DETAIL 01 1:10

FE DETAIL 02 41

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ELEVATION

SECTION B1-B1

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DISPLAY SCREEN AXO 1:20

FE SYSTEM AXO 1:50

LEARNING LAB ENTRANCE INTERIOR ELEVATION 1:50

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Existing Science Equipment re-displayed as wall art

LONG SECTION A1-A1 1:50

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ROOF TERRACE A newly created Roof terrace provides a fantastic view over the River Chelmer and Blackwater Canal. A covered Walkway ensures views can be enjoyed year round. Plants and their chemical properties are displayed making the roof terrace not only a great place to relax but an educational resource. 45

VIEW- COVERED PICNIC AREA

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FILTER HOUSE: THE BRAND

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MAP

User experience will be enhanced by an integrated map. With QR codes on existing features of the building and exhibits, visitors can collect information to share later. The App will : -Enhance the visitor experience. -Allow the user to take the experience home with them. - Share knowledge and join in debates - Ask a Scientist - connected with RSC to enhance public engagement. 47

WAY FINDING

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Exhibition signage

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Filter House

Above: Filter house Logo Water Story

Talk Tank

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Services signage

GIFT SHOP

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Industry Display

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Chemistry Explainer

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Right: A selection of products for the gift shop. Branded at both younger and older generation.

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Kitchen Chemistry

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Above: Staff Uniforms. There are no Lab coats here! Relaxed attire reflects the brand and makes science more approachable with Staff referred to as chemistry Explainers.

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FILTER HOUSE: THE BRAND

Filter House: A History

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Inform.....................

.....Engage......

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