On Wednesday, the 18th of April, HLM, the leading design and architecture company, will be presenting at a first of its kind ‘Fire Station Design and Construction Workshop’ at Weston in Cheshire. Professionals from the Emergency Services sector will gather together at a unique event to share knowledge in a
Wykeland Group, the leading commercial property development company, has appointed a new Development Director. Jonathan Stubbs steps up to the Wykeland Board with a brief to fulfil the potential of existing developments and identify new opportunities. Jonathan Stubbs joined the company two years ago as the Head of Developments. During
On Wednesday, the 18th of April, HLM, the leading design and architecture company, will be presenting at a first of its kind ‘Fire Station Design and Construction Workshop’ at Weston in Cheshire. Professionals from the Emergency Services sector will gather together at a unique event to share knowledge in a learning environment. During the workshop, design and construction professionals will carry out presentations in reference to finished and working projects. The event will provide a platform to network and discuss the challenges and opportunities of fire station design. HLM’s speakers at the event include Steven Lennon, Head of Emergency Services and Sarah Brady, Architect, who will discuss fire station design, landscape architecture and interior design. In addition, they will review the new Services Support Centres for Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service and the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service. “I am looking forward to discussing the benefits of digital design and construction techniques for clients, including BIM and virtual reality. I will also analyse what digital construction is, what the government’s vision is and the benefits it can deliver for fire and rescue services in developing and managing their estate,” said speaker Simon Bell, HLM Director. Other speakers present at the workshop include GearGrid, who manufacture PPE locker storage and specialist equipment storage for cylinders, hose and maintenance rooms, Ridge, presenting on Building Services Design and additionally Flowcrete, showcasing the importance of floor specification. HLM has assisted so far four fire authorities with the design of over twelve stations, with the NIFRS Service Support Centre, Belfast as one of its current projects. They have also completed two fire service headquarters, both with regional control centres and two detailed training facilities ranging from USAR to live fire facility. The ‘Fire Station Design and Construction Workshop’ is supported by the Fire Times publication and it will start at 10am with complimentary lunch and refreshments provided.
Wykeland Group, the leading commercial property development company, has appointed a new Development Director. Jonathan Stubbs steps up to the Wykeland Board with a brief to fulfil the potential of existing developments and identify new opportunities. Jonathan Stubbs joined the company two years ago as the Head of Developments. During this period he has played a key role in taking forward a number of schemes, including the £17m Treadmills redevelopment of the former Northallerton Prison site in North Yorkshire, working in partnership with Hambleton District Council. “I’m delighted and honoured to be offered this opportunity to develop my role and join the Board,” said Stubbs. “In my experience, Wykeland’s ethos of long-term investment and engagement with partners and local people to create high-quality, sustainable developments that deliver commercial and community value, is unique. I’ve really enjoyed being part of that culture and working with the great team at Wykeland.” In his new role, Jonathan will further enhance the potential of the company’s existing schemes, while identifying new opportunities that would fit its business model. “Jonathan’s appointment recognises the excellent contribution he has made since joining the business,” commented Wykeland Managing Director, Dominic Gibbons. “Jonathan will focus both on new prospects and evolving developments, such as the Treadmills scheme, further opportunities at Europarc in Grimsby, the development of the former Ramsdens store in Grimsby, and our G@Glasshoughton development off junction 32 of the M62 in West Yorkshire.” Wykeland has a £250 million development pipeline within the Hull region, with flagship schemes, such as the fast-growing Bridgehead business park close to the Humber Bridge. Wykeland’s other high-profile schemes include the @TheDock development in Hull’s Fruit Market, which features the Centre for Digital Innovation (C4DI) tech hub; the Flemingate mixed-use regeneration scheme in Beverley, East Yorkshire; the Meltonwest business park, west of Hull; and G@Glasshoughton, which comprises four development sites off junction 32 on the M62.