University of Edinburgh Health and Wellbeing
University of Edinburgh Health and Wellbeing Centre Building Project, 7 Bristo Square Architecture Photos
University of Edinburgh Health and Wellbeing Centre Building
19 May 2022
Design: PagePark Architects
Location: 7 Bristo Square, Edinburgh, south east Scotland
Photos by Keith Hunter
University of Edinburgh Health and Wellbeing Centre by PagePark
For the first time, the University of Edinburgh?s new Health and Wellbeing Centre brings together the institution?s previously disconnected Counselling and Disability services, Pharmacy and Health Centre, in a now fully accessible facility. Dedicated to the prevention and treatment of mental and physical health issues, both clinically and holistically, the Centre has become a beacon for the promotion student and staff well-being.
7 Bristo Square, a Modernist former Refectory, had been earmarked for demolition. What began as a light-touch, temporary fix to smarten a tired, unloved part of the Central Area, has resuscitated the building. We believe that re-use of an existing building is an inherently sustainable approach. This not only ensures the maximum use of material lifespan but, reduces waste.
We worked closely with the university to analyse existing service accommodation, facilities and provision, to understand requirements and future needs. The new facility needed to balance visibility and openness with discretion, confidentiality, and security. With its inaccessibility to wheelchair users and confusing separate entranc...
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