Project Overview

Project Name: Hardwick Community Centre

Location: Hardwick Recreation Grounds, Hardwick Sports & Social Club, CB23 7XR

Client: Hardwick Parish Council

Project Objectives

The primary objective is to design and construct a self-sustaining Community Centre that will serve as a hub for activities, functions and social gatherings. The building should be sustainable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing, integrating seamlessly with the existing Pavilion Building.

A Planning Application (20/01502/FUL) was made in March 2022 to South Cambs District Council and was granted permission in July 2022. The Council had to abandon this earlier project on cost grounds.

Key Requirements

General Requirements

• Solar panels and air source heat pump: Design consideration should be given for the accommodation of photovoltaic (PV) panels for renewable energy and an air source heat pump for underfloor heating.

• Integration with Existing Pavilion: The new building should be designed potentially to join with the existing Pavilion, allowing for shared services where appropriate and feasible.

• Location: Area east and south east of Hardwick Pavilion. Up to 3m of Multi Use Games Area [MUGA] available if required

Specific Spaces

Apart from main hall dimensions other dimensions are approximate.

1. Main Hall

• Dimensions: 15m x 10m with 4.5 to 5 m height

• Purpose: Functions, sports activities and social gatherings

• Features: Flexible layout to accommodate various events, sustainable materials and finishes, adequate storage, and good acoustics.

• Hall store: 10sqm

2. Café

• Capacity: 40 people

• Area: 60 sqm

• Kitchen: 20 sqm including store, fridge freezer, induction hob, electric fan ovens, wall mounted water boiler for hot drinks, commercial coffee machine, catering dishwasher, sink and 2 tier prep table.

• Features: Comfortable seating, easy access to kitchen, and potential for outdoor seating, kitchen to be used by main hall.

3. Toilets

• Design: Accessible and inclusive facilities; unisex preferred, in any case number to comply with regulations including disabled, and baby change facilities.

4. Community Room

• Purpose: To be used for community activities, meetings, and events

• Dimensions: Flexible space about 20-25 sqm

5. Office

• Purpose: Self explanatory

• Dimensions: about 7 sqm

6. Other

• Purpose: Cleaners cupboard, plant room, wi-fi enabled

Budget

The total budget for the project is £1,400,000. This includes:

• Construction costs

• Professional fees (architectural, engineering, project management, etc.)

• Service connections

•  Landscaping

Timeline

• Start Date: As soon as possible

• Completion Date: As soon as possible

Additional Considerations

• Sustainability: Incorporate sustainable building practices and materials where possible; seeking excellent energy performance ratings

• Accessibility: Ensure the design is fully accessible to all members of the community, including those with disabilities.

• Aesthetic Integration: The new building should harmonise with the existing Pavilion and surrounding environment.

• Functionality: Spaces should be versatile and adaptable to a variety of community needs.

Deliverables

• Concept Design: Initial design concepts and feasibility study

• Schematic Design: Detailed architectural drawings and specifications

• Construction Documents: Comprehensive construction drawings and documentation

• Project Management: Oversight and coordination throughout the construction phase