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When the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists was refurbishing its Sussex Place premises near Regent’s Park in London, it looked to SAS International to provide the solution. SAS International’s System 150 ceiling system was chosen, along with bespoke metal column casings, for the project.
Plain rectangular ceiling tiles have been installed to echo the shape of the vaulted ceilings within the entrance to the College, and as well as assisting in the reduction of ambient noise. Hinge down access throughout the ceiling provides easy accessibility to services, including lighting. SAS International’s System 150 consists of clip-in self levelling, bevelled edge tiles. The concealed suspension system utilises a deep Omega bar profile thus offering wide spanning capability.
Robert Potter, Project Architect, commented “The main challenge was to install to a very fine tolerance within an existing building. For example, SAS International worked with us to ensure that the elliptical column casings were as small as possible around the structural columns in situ, which varied in size. The SAS metal solution was chosen for its precision, finish and acoustic absorption.”
SAS International supplied matching wedges and trims to add to the co-ordinated visual appeal of the ceiling, while the striking plain column casings feature a perforated pattern towards the column base. The perforations allow for low-velocity displacement system ventilation, heating and cooling for the space.
Meanwhile in the main meeting rooms, square System 150 ceiling tiles with an attractive perforated decorative pattern were specified. These incorporate apertures for lighting, air conditioning and other services, and add to the clean, modern appearance.
As well as the design features, the SAS International solutions offer outstanding life cycle cost benefits, with a 25-year product lifespan. In addition, the durable polyester powder finish provides for easy cleaning.
SAS International had worked with the College on an earlier scheme for their new Education Centre, and its input into this project and its successful outcome and after-sales support was a key factor in the specification for this new refurbishment.
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