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• Level of Award:

  Commendation

• Region:

  North East

• Local Authority Area:

  Sunderland

• Owner:

  City of Sunderland

• Entrant:

  RedBox Architecture

• Architect:

  RedBox Architecture

• Developer:

  City of Sunderland

• Services Engineer:

  Arup

• Structural Engineer:

  Arup

• Contractor:

  Balfour Beatty (Northern Ltd)

• Quantity Surveyor:

  Davis Langdon

• Primary Use Class:

  D2e Swimming Baths, ice rink, gym, in/out door sports
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Information about this winner

The building has an unusual and distinctive design for a sports facility, and is situated adjacent to the imposing football Stadium of Light. The scheme provides the region’s only 50m competitive swimming pool, in addition to a multi use pool, a wellness suite and a cafe. The Centre displays some attractive internal spaces, and the pools in particular are light and spacious. The excellent BREEAM rating, combined heat and power unit use, and rainwater harvesting are commendable.