BARTON PEVERIL – BUSINESS SCHOOL, EASTLEIGH

The facility includes 29 classrooms, seminar and tutorial rooms, a student study zone, administration offices, social spaces and a second-floor terrace. Extensive external works, including landscaping of the courtyard and car park areas, enhanced both the functionality and visual appeal of the campus environment.

The project was carried out within a live, fully operational college, located at the heart of a busy campus and adjacent to the main entrance. This required meticulous planning and coordination to minimise disruption to students and daily operations. Clear pedestrian routes, signage, and banksman systems were implemented, with close collaboration with college security to ensure the safety of all campus users. Through phased sequencing and proactive communication, Amiri maintained a calm and uninterrupted learning environment throughout the build.

To further reduce potential disruption, PC planks were used for the composite floors, removing the need to lift large precast concrete elements near active classrooms. The building was delivered in accordance with Part L 2013 standards and followed a fabric first approach to energy efficiency. The envelope comprises a full-fill mineral wool insulated cavity wall system, an insulated SFS inner leaf, and a built-up Kalzip roof. TM52 and BB101 modelling informed strategies to mitigate overheating, including low-g glazing and automated electric blinds, optimising passive solar gain in winter while limiting excess heat in summer.

Sustainability was central to the project, which achieved a BREEAM Very Good rating. Solar panels and ground source heat pumps contribute to low operational energy use and reduced CO₂ emissions, supporting the College’s environmental ambitions. Close collaboration with CBG Consultants and the appointed Design MEPH contractor optimised building services for performance and cost efficiency, resulting in a flexible, future-proof learning environment.

As part of the delivery, Amiri hosted a steel signing ceremony to celebrate a key milestone, followed by a formal opening event attended by college representatives and project partners. An Apprentice Quantity Surveyor was embedded within the project team, gaining hands-on experience while continuing academic studies, reflecting Amiri’s commitment to developing future construction talent. The project was delivered to a high standard of quality, meeting the College’s expectations in design, sustainability, and value for money, and represents Amiri’s fourth collaboration with Barton Peveril College, now extended to five major projects.