Space planning
The space management team is a much needed new addition to the Directorate and is responsible for managing space, one of our most precious assets. Charlotte Lewis, the Space Planning Manager, will be resolving its role over the next few months and will provide a range of services including proactive space planning and strategic asset management.
The space management mission
To introduce and manage space provision processes worthy of a premier learning and teaching organisation. We must optimise use of our assets to enhance the quality of the student experience and our research capabilities, whilst treading lightly in our community.
Space is a critical resource within the University and there is an increase in recognition of its importance to the operation and cost base of the University, and the quality of the students and staff experience. The space planning team has yet to develop detailed objectives for the forthcoming year as it was set up in January 2009. However, it’s first priority will be to understand space use in conjunction with the needs of the University Schools and Directorates.
Estates Information services
- Provide information on Estates
- AutoCAD drawings on all the buildings
- Archibus (space information) on all buildings square meterage, space planning duties, space allocation, size of rooms
- Availability of drawings/plans to students
- Production of architectural illustration/photomontage work
- Provide a focal point for all Estates queries
- Supply listings of all trees on site – age, type, condition, size
- Site plans/ordnance survey/aerial photographs
