National Centre for Food Manufacturing
Holbeach St Marks
| Key Facts | |
|---|---|
| Client Name: | Lincolnshire County Council |
| Contract: | |
| Architect: | Stem Architects Ltd |
| Procurement: | 2 Stage Traditional Tender |
| Contract Period: | 48 weeks |
| Project Status: | Project Completed |
Project Details
The building comprises space for two facilities, one a training centre for the food processing industry for the University of Lincoln and the other a lettable unit for businesses associated with the food industry.
The design and construction of the building is rated BREEAM Very Good.
Procured through a 2 stage route, the Lindum team was able to contribute at an early stage in the selection and appointment of the specialists and subcontractors and to influence the design from a buildability point of view.
The innovative design and interesting use of colour and materials proved a challenge for the construction team. The contrast of the natural cedar boarding at the side of the aluminium panels in varying shades of green look stunning upon entry to the Technology Park.
Completed on time and on budget including the additional works of fitting out the lettable unit enabled both properties to be occupied immediately on completion.
Quote - University of Lincoln Annual Review 08/09: Chief Executive of Marks and Spencer, Sir Stuart Rose, officially opened the National Centre for Food Manufacturing at the Holbeach Campus. The £3.5million centre is a state-of-the-art food packaging and processing training factory for food sector employees. It will also support the University’s research in food packaging and automation. The centre, arguably the best of its kind in the world, was developed in close partnership with many of the region’s food companies and will also run a range of training opportunities, from bespoke short courses to degree programmes for employees at all levels.
Achieved a 'Commended' in the RIBA East Midlands Awards 2009.











