Earth Sciences moves in

University 14 Oct 10 The Department of Earth Sciences has now moved into its innovative new building with the official opening marked by an event held yesterday evening (13 October). The building, on South Parks Road, hosts around 300 students, researchers, academics and administrative staff. It houses laboratories, offices, lecture and conference rooms, and a library. The entrance features a 'narrative wall' where several types of stone have been laid in horizontal bands in a design reflecting the Department's work. Toby Christensen, Buildings and Facilities Manager, said: 'The building is modern and contemporary. The whole of the Department has had input into how it should look and feel, and the architects have really listened to our requests.' The £38m building was designed by architects Wilkinson Eyre and built by Laing O'Rourke. It has taken just under two years to construct.
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