Interior revamp at university to promote collaboration and productivity

Leeds Beckett University’s Rose Bowl building is undergoing a four-floor transformation, which is designed to “revolutionise” the way staff and students work and study together.

Chameleon Business Interiors has been commissioned to deliver interior design, fit-out and furniture services at the city centre property.

Harriet Wagstaff, head of sales, at Chameleon said: “The work is taking place across a mix of staff work departments, teaching spaces and student areas.

“Research shows that working in a collaborative – rather than individual – setting sees a 50% increase in productivity. This boosts motivation and engagement.

“But Leeds Beckett University had identified that the Rose Bowl building was quite segregated. Departments needed to be strategically brought together to enable better collaboration and in turn, greater productivity – all while embracing hybrid working.”

The improvements will incorporate hubs and lounges, a collection of different work environments – from comfortable seating to high benches, and contemporary, glass-fronted meeting pods.

Alongside this, work-café areas will feature at the end of each wing on all four floors to create spaces away from desks, where staff and students can hold informal meetings and hot desk.

Wagstaff added: “We’ve delivered a number of projects in the education sector, but this is our first piece of work with Leeds Beckett University, so we’re incredibly proud and excited to play a role in improving the working environment for staff and students for years to come.”

Work in the building is due to complete in September.