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01 | 2018
HOT DIP GALVANIZING
by Iqbal Johal
Resilient
reuse, recycle
Bus Shelter, East Anglia
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1 | The design of the shelter is
based on a simple ‘kit of parts’
cantilevered galvanized steel
structure arranged around a
central spine
2 | The shelter has been constructed
using low carbon, recycled
materials where suitable to
reflect the UEA’s sustainability
aspirations
3 | The choice of sustainable
materials was approached in a
number of ways, including use
of recycled materials, design for
reuse and deconstruction, choosing
highly durable materials
- galvanized steel - with low
maintenance requirements
Architect | LSI-Architects
Photos | LSI-Architects
The University of East Anglia has unveiled its new bus shelter as part of a joint
initiative by Norfolk County Council and UEA to improve the image and efficiency
of public transport on campus. The striking design aims to create a more
positive and informative experience of public transport.
The design of the shelter is based on a simple ‘kit of parts’ cantilevered galvanized steel
structure arranged around a central spine. The angles of the roof structure change along
the length of the shelter, creating a striking, folded effect.
The modular nature of the design provides scope for use of the design elements within
other structures on the campus. Architect Kirstin Aitken commented “Our design for the
shelter makes use of the idea of modularity and repeatability. We developed this idea in
the concept stage by creating a simple, interactive, peg based model which allowed us to
try out the effect of different combinations of roof angles along the structural spine. The
ultimate aim is that this new exciting design for a bus shelter challenges people’s expectations
in much the same way that we hope to encourage staff and students at UEA to look
again and consider taking public transport.”
The shelter has been constructed using low carbon, recycled materials where suitable to
reflect the UEA’s sustainability aspirations, while some of the seats take the form of swing
seats, providing an element of fun to the waiting time. The choice of sustainable materials
was approached in a number of ways, including use of recycled materials, design for reuse
and deconstruction, choosing highly durable materials - galvanized steel - with low maintenance
requirements, and, in less vulnerable locations, use of timber.
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