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• Level of Award:

  Mention

• Region:

  West Midlands

• Local Authority Area:

  Walsall

• Owner:

  Darlaston SureStart

• Entrant:

  Baart Harries Newall

• Architect:

  Baart Harries Newall

• Developer:

  n/a

• Landscape Designer:

  Walsall Community Arts Team

• Services Engineer:

  Emech Consultants

• Structural Engineer:

  Carroll & Williams

• Contractor:

  Interclass plc

• Quantity Surveyor:

  GG&P UK Ltd

• Inclusive Design Consultant:

  n/a

• Primary Use Class:

  D1b Creche,day nursery, day centre
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Information about this winner

Sited in a conservation area, the new SureStart facility comprises a refurbished Edwardian villa and recent contemporary extension.  Internally the spaces are well linked, with noisy and quiet spaces being effectively separated. The centre is well liked by users and staff, with a lively, energetic and vibrant atmosphere.