Twickenham Studio, London's world-renowned film studio transformed

摘要

Constructed in 1913 on the site of a former ice rink, Twickenham Studios was purpose built to be the largest film studio in the UK. Surviving bomb damage during two world wars, the studios have played host to countless cinematic classics including 'The Italian Job' (1969), three of the Beatles' films as well as more recent productions. Like a stage set itself, the design concept was inspired by the process of design and construction within the film industry. Mindful of Twickenham Studios' vital history, Hollaway Studio, alongside The Creative District Improvement Company (TCDICo.), which has drawn up the scheme, emphasised respecting and restoring the existing building fabric, while weaving in new state of the art facilities. Hollaway Studio's focus on the restoration and reconfiguration of the existing site has meant that much of it will remain as it is with visual improvements proposed through the careful enhancement of existing architectural features. This sustainable approach ensures less material and construction waste, causing minimal impact to the ongoing activities on-site. As well as external works, internal spaces will be refurbished to modern day high-spec standards. With sustainability imperative to the site a number of approaches have been taken including green and blue roofs across all new additions to the site, not only increasing biodiversity but also contributing to effective drainage.