College Further education represents a significant transition in young people’s lives or for those changing careers.

We draw from our expertise in primary, secondary, and higher education, as well as real workplace environments to embrace the diversity of the user population and the range of courses on offer. The spaces we design support this diversity, creating environments that feel professional while remaining open, supportive, and fun.

Open walkway around greenery in New College Durham

Further education marks a pivotal transition for both young people and career changers. For many, it is their initial encounter with independent learning and professional life.

We have built our knowledge through detailed engagement with staff, students, governors, and the wider community, sharing what works well and understanding the ways in which people learn effectively.

We create educational environments to respond to the causes and impacts of climate change with sustainable architecture, and designs that are best placed to cater to the learners of the next generation.

The end result is simply outstanding: imaginative, creative and at the same time practical. The building exceeded our expectations.

Moira Tattersall

Principal, Carlisle College