D5 Architects LLP - Projects
13/08/2009102 New Street Refurbishment
Value: £350k (2009)
Area: 2000m2
Contract: JCT Minor Works Building Contract
Role: Lead Designer, Architect RIBA Work Stage A > F
Client: London Midland Trains
Sector: Commercial
Following D5 Architects success with London Midland Trains/ LMT (under former ownership as Central Trains) through the design & development of their Customer Services Academy, D5 were commissioned to develop proposals for the complete refurbishment of LMT's Birmingham office. D5 initially developed space-planning options, reorganising departmental layouts and locations, including phasing plans for the work. The preferred option was then developed for tender purposes including the conversion of a dark and dingy common lift and stair lobby into a bright and welcoming reception area. In line with LMT's rebranding of Central Trains stock, the Academy was rebranded and extended to include state of the art train driving simulators.