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< Back London College of Communication, UAL – Elephant & Castle The new £250m London College of Communication campus at Elephant & Castle will provide a state-of-the-art, 11-storey creative hub for over 5,000 students, featuring flexible learning spaces, public areas, and cutting-edge media and design facilities. End Client: London College of Communication: UAL Developer: Multiplex Client: James Engineering Project Overview The London College of Communication (LCC), a constituent of the University of the Arts London (UAL), has been a cornerstone of the Elephant & Castle community since 1962. As part of a comprehensive £4 billion regeneration initiative for the area, a state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility is under construction to replace the existing campus. Scheduled to open in September 2027, this new building aims to enhance capacity in the creative industries, spanning design, media, and screen - and to establish a vibrant creative hub for both students and the local community. Shepherd Gilmour’s Involvement Shepherd Gilmour was commissioned to undertake the detailed structural design of the building's architectural centrepiece: an 11-storey complex stair-core. This central feature not only serves a functional purpose but also embodies the aesthetic vision of the development. Our responsibilities extended to providing designs for temporary works in accordance with BS 5975 standards and conducting lifting assessments throughout the construction phase to ensure safety and structural integrity. 3D Render - London College of Communication, Highlighting Stair Core Advanced Modelling Techniques To address the project's structural challenges, we employed advanced modelling techniques, including linear-elastic one-dimensional and non-linear plastic two-dimensional finite element analysis. These methods facilitated rapid verification of design concepts and allowed for comprehensive detailed design processes. On-site testing revealed structural behaviours that closely matched our predictive models, thereby validating our analytical approach. This precision in modelling provided the installation team with reliable data concerning anticipated stresses and deflections during complex assembly procedures. 3D - Non-linear FEA of Feature Stair Structure Collaborative Success The successful realisation of the stair-core was the result of close collaboration among multiple stakeholders: the building designers, installation contractors, and fabricators. Together, we navigated and resolved several intricate challenges, ensuring that the installation of the staircase was completed on schedule and within budget, all while preserving the architectural intent of the project. 3D Render - Stair Structure Architectural Intent Outcome and Impact Upon its completion, the new London College of Communication building will accommodate over 5,000 students and more than 500 staff members. The facility is designed with flexibility in mind, featuring adaptable spaces that can evolve alongside technological advancements and changing educational needs. The first two floors will be accessible to the public, fostering greater community engagement through exhibitions, events, and collaborative projects. This development not only signifies a significant investment in education and the arts but also serves as a catalyst for the ongoing transformation of the Elephant & Castle area into a dynamic and inclusive urban environment. For further information on this cutting-edge new building, see UAL Article . Project Gallery Previous Next

Shepherd Gilmour Leeds offer competetive Nationwide Inspections and Structural Surveys as well as International Civil & Structural Consultancy Design Services. Home: Welcome Welcome to Shepherd Gilmour Who we are: We are a Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy What do we do? We provide design consultancy services, surveys, inspections and on-site supervision What makes us different? We are uniquely positioned to handle projects both large and small with a team of highly qualified and specialised individuals How can we help you? Scroll down to review our list of Services or press the button below to contact one of our expert staff and we will endeavour to respond within 24hrs Sectors Civil Infrastructure New Building Design Building Ancillaries Domestic & Residential Heavy Industrial Building Service Supports Sectors Home: Services Services Earth Retaining Structures Structural Fire Design Seismic Engineering Construction Supervision Expert Witness Reports Design Calculations Structural Monitoring Structural Surveys BIM & Technical Drawings Latest Insights & Updates For more insights & updates see out Blog → Let's Go Recent Commercial Projects Engineering Elegance at London City Island: Ballymore’s Iconic Waterfront Developments Discover how precise structural engineering for balustrades and metalwork helped shape the bold architecture of Ballymore’s award-winning London City Island. Delivered by Dearneside Fabrications and supported with detailed calculations, this project showcases design synergy in motion. Read More Whitehall Riverside A transformative £280 million mixed-use development in central Leeds, featuring 500 Build-to-Rent apartments across two towers (15 and 18 storeys), 253,000 sq ft of Grade A office space, a 108-bed hotel, and a 478-space multi-storey car park. Read More Kings Cross - R8, Handyside The new 68,000 sq. ft £110m development at the heart of the King’s Cross growth will provide two 10-13-storey buildings comprising of an office and residential block joined by a 2-storey small business hub, topped with a podium which boasts an astonishing landscaped garden. Read More BP Cromwell Road - EV Hub A new BP Pulse EV charging & convenience hub in Hammersmith London, featuring five ultra-fast BP Pulse 300kW chargers, complimented by a modern contemporary convenience store featuring a M&S Food outlet and Wild Bean Cafe. Read More Home: Projects

Click the link to view our recent projects. Projects: Commercial Engineering Elegance at London City Island: Ballymore’s Iconic Waterfront Developments Discover how precise structural engineering for balustrades and metalwork helped shape the bold architecture of Ballymore’s award-winning London City Island. Delivered by Dearneside Fabrications and supported with detailed calculations, this project showcases design synergy in motion. Read More Whitehall Riverside A transformative £280 million mixed-use development in central Leeds, featuring 500 Build-to-Rent apartments across two towers (15 and 18 storeys), 253,000 sq ft of Grade A office space, a 108-bed hotel, and a 478-space multi-storey car park. Read More Kings Cross - R8, Handyside The new 68,000 sq. ft £110m development at the heart of the King’s Cross growth will provide two 10-13-storey buildings comprising of an office and residential block joined by a 2-storey small business hub, topped with a podium which boasts an astonishing landscaped garden. Read More BP Cromwell Road - EV Hub A new BP Pulse EV charging & convenience hub in Hammersmith London, featuring five ultra-fast BP Pulse 300kW chargers, complimented by a modern contemporary convenience store featuring a M&S Food outlet and Wild Bean Cafe. Read More London College of Communication, UAL – Elephant & Castle The new £250m London College of Communication campus at Elephant & Castle will provide a state-of-the-art, 11-storey creative hub for over 5,000 students, featuring flexible learning spaces, public areas, and cutting-edge media and design facilities. Read More GSK - Ware M2 Manufacturing Facility The GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) M2 Facility at Ware is a 6,500 sqm steel-framed manufacturing extension featuring modular plant rooms and open-plan spaces. The project used Integrated Project Delivery, ensuring efficient, GMP-compliant, and space-optimised delivery on a constrained site. Read More The Brentford Project A transformative 4.79-hectare development in West London, set to deliver 876 new homes and approximately 14,000 square meters of retail space. The project is expected to complete in 2027. Read More Battersea Power Station This £9 billion redevelopment transformed the iconic London landmark into a vibrant mixed-use destination with luxury apartments, offices, shops, and restaurants, preserving its historic architecture. Read More Lu's Place Cafe A New & Vibrant Venue Nestled in the Holme Valley. Read More Blackburn Meadows Waste Water Treatment Works Waste Water Treatment Flocculation Tank Scraper Bridge Design. Read More Bradford Royal Infirmary £22m Ward Block. Read More Medway Maritime Hospital £11.5m Emergency Department Building at Medway Maritime Hospital. Read More Old Trafford Cricket Ground £32m Redevelopment of Old Trafford Cricket Ground. Read More Brett Aggregates - North Sea Terminal Brett Aggregates, the UK’s largest independent building materials group, required a new radial conveyor as part of expansion works at their Cliffe Ready Mixed Concrete & Screed site. At 67 metres long, with a cantilever span of approximately 23 metres, the structure ranks among the largest radial conveyors in Europe. Read More Pettypool Activity Centre £1.04m Activity Centre in Cheshire. Read More

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