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Nicholas Socrates TATE BRISTOL Design Brief 09.02.2013
1 Tate Bristol
1.1 The Project
1.2 About the Design Brief
1.3 Current Site Situation
2 Vision
2.1 Simply Stated: ‘The Best Art Gallery in the UK outside of London’
2.2 Build the Creative and Cultural Economy
2.3 Invest in Children, Young People and Families
2.4 Promote Community Culture and Heritage
2.5 Learning Centre
2.6 The Tate’s Brand and Tate Bristol’s Niche
2.7 Vision
2.8 Objectives
3 Urban Environment
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Global city with a local heart
3.3 Site and surroundings
3.4 A dialogue with the city
4 Key Technical Issues
4.1 Core Design Principles
4.2 Integration of New and Emerging Technologies
4.3 Collections Handling and Delivery
4.4 Join Together Images and Sound
4.5 Staffing
4.6 Facilities Management
4.7 Utilities
4.9 Access, Circulation, Ergonomics and Visitor Comfort
4.10 Security
4.11 24-hour use of the building
4.12 Health and Safety
4.13 Environmental Conditions
4.14 Regulations and Standards for Sustainability
4.15 Acoustics
4.16 Public Art Program
5 TATE BRISTOL (Public Areas)
5.1 General Access / Main Areas
5.2 Reception and Customer Services
5.3 Circulation Foyer(s)
5.4 Exhibition Galleries
5.5 Activities and Performance Spaces
5.6 Studio Spaces
5.7 Tate Bristol Bar
5.8 Catering Facilities
5.9 Picnic Area
5.10 Chill Out Zone
5.11 Meeting Point
5.12 Public Toilet Facilities
5.13 Buggy + EMV Park
5.14 Tate Park Plinth
5.15 Parking Area
6 Functional Specifications (Back of House)
6.1 Staff Toilet Facilities / Cleaner’s Room + Stores
6.2 General Office + Facilities
6.3 Facilities Management
6.4 Commercial Retail
6.5 Studio Spaces
6.6 Exhibition Preparation and Storage Spaces
6.7 Workshops
6.8 Staff Offices
6.9 Loading Bay
6.10 Sorting Space
6.11 Cataloging Area
6.12 Photographic Office and Cataloguing Room
6.13 Interim Storage
6.14 Art Depository
7 Strategies
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Sustainability
9.3 Structural & Civil
9.4 Inclusive Design
9.5 Fire Engineering
9.6 Building Services
1 Tate Bristol
1 Tate Bristol
1.1 The Project
Tate Bristol brings the art world together to inspire creativity and discovery’.
Tate Bristol will not only be one of the art galleries in the United Kingdom, but it will also aspire to be a major catalyst for
the regeneration of the city of Bristol.
1.2 About the Design Brief
The most appropriate time for major decisions in building projects is in the pre-design stage, at the very beginning of a
project. At this stage the range of options is still extensive and decisions and changes to requirements do not yet have costly
consequences. It is recognised that at the early stages of the project a shortfall of information means that it can be difficult to
make lasting decisions. It is also important to underline that this can lead to delays well into the design and construction
stages. When design and construction begin, decision possibilities and changes become more restrictive, tend to be more
costly, also in terms of time, and can lead to unsatisfactory solutions.
Establishing a comprehensive Design Brief in the pre-design stage helps to increase the level of information and knowledge,
well before the commencement of the actual design work. The main purpose of this detailed Design Brief, is to map,
describe and distil the ambitions and aspirations of the various stakeholders that form the Client body into a foundation for
all further decision-making, design work and approvals.
Essential project knowledge consists not merely of information supplied by me (the architect), but also knowledge held by
the staff and designated users of the future building. This information includes work styles, processes and the resulting
spatial requirements. Staff knowledge of the day-to-day working processes is also an essential contribution to understanding
the functional requirements. The Design Brief is a result of close cooperation with those individuals, at the existing Tate
galleries around the UK (in London: Tate Modern and Tate Britain, Tate Liverpool and Tate St. Ives). Through a series of
interviews and meetings I have acquired detailed information about the project. At this stage, the Design Brief has identified
various competing pressures and aspirations that will require further resolution. Under these conditions this Design Brief of
February 2013 it cannot not be viewed as a definitive document, but rather as an on-going part of the design development. It
therefore allows for small modifications and some additional elaboration within the stated framework. In order to reach the
highest level of aspirations for this project it must be recognised that a level of managed flexibility will be of key importance.
1.2.1 Centre of Diversity
The design of Tate Bristol, must grow out of the multi-ethnic and cultural diversity of Bristol, promoting understanding and
community confidence. The city will become a part of Tate Bristol, and Tate Bristol a part of the city. The qualities of Tate
Bristol should be self-evident for everyone. Tate Bristol must represent the social heart of the Bristol citizens. Tate Bristol
should be advanced both technologically and functionally; it will offer maximum diversity. The experience should be
surprising and inspiring. This needs to be reflected in bi-monthly programming of Tate Bristol. The building should be easily
accessible for adults but especially for young people and children. Tate Bristol will be egalitarian, fostering the inclusion of
the widest possible audience.
The site of Tate Bristol on Spike Island will create a flow of visitors and provide an open anchor, an interior public space
and a meeting place for pedestrians and they will become the city’s new icon, whilst addressing deficiencies in accessibility,
adaptability and lack of space for creative enterprise. Tate Bristol will become a creative and cultural centre for the city.
2 Vision
2 Vision
2.1 Simply Stated: The Best UK Art Gallery outside of London’
The Tate’s mission is to deliver the best art gallery in the UK outside of London. A gallery that will be an asset to the City of
Bristol and attract visitors and users both locally and nationwide. Bristol has had many identities in its lifetime and is
currently re-charting its path to become a cultural based, creative city: one that brings together people from all over the UK
to change lives by enriching them culturally and creatively. This creative-based economy will be fuelled by its own citizens,
and as a result of Bristol ’s investment in providing the training and guidance necessary to enter the culture and creative
workforce. Tate Bristol will be its catalyst.
Tate Bristol will be the social and creative heart of the city, connecting people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds. As a
multifunctional service centre, it will appeal to a broad spectrum of people. The building will function as a core of
information, art and culture centred on people and community life. It will be a supermarket of creativity and art. Tate Bristol
will be a microcosm of Bristol itself, reflecting its potential economic strength and the multiple cultures of its citizens.
The fundamental objectives of Tate Bristol will be to:
• Build the creative and cultural economy.
• Invest in children, young people and families.
• Promote community, culture and heritage.
2.2 Build the Creative and Cultural Economy
Bristol aspires to become a cultural city by providing extensive and unimpeded provision for creativity and the arts. Tate
Bristol will provide that platform. The effects of this will be felt throughout the broader community as personal success
translates into a stronger economic success for the city and the wider city region.
2.3 Invest in Children, Young People and Families
A core objective of Tate Bristol will be the necessity for the project to appeal to children, young people and families in every
sense.
Tate Bristol will be designed to offer an adaptable service where children and young people can access resources as they
make the transition to adulthood. The spaces must be designed to offer a flexible and diverse choice of learning settings and
styles that are safe, welcoming and stimulating. Interactive technology will be pervasive throughout, encouraging the
opportunity to explore and learn by discovery and in different ways.
The provision of informal learning environments will support parents and carers in helping their children to learn. The
Children’s Area will cater to the specific needs of children and young people.
Ultimately, Tate Bristol will play a unique role in enabling children and young people to realise their full potential.
2.4 Promote Community Culture and Heritage
Tate Bristol will be a major new meeting place, a focal point for citizen and community activity. The design of Tate Bristol
will be welcoming and inviting to all, where no barriers (attitudinal, cultural, emotional, institutional, economical,
intellectual, physical or sensory) to participation can exist. It will be fully accessible to people with mobility difficulties and
to people with all forms of disability.
Tate Bristol must appeal to the citizens of Bristol by instilling a sense of pride and ownership. As a significant and
meaningful community space it should become a landmark that comes to define Bristol as a city. Bristol must genuinely
meet the needs of the city, and its many diverse communities. The key to the future success lies in being inclusive, open and
accessible. This must be a place where everyone feels they belong.
Exhibition’s taking place in Tate Bristol will include the Tate’s new interest to promote emerging artists. Many of these
emerging artists will be invited to take residence in the Tate Bristol’s studios. Their work will be exhibited and in the
dedicated Emerging Artists Galleries and they will continue to work on new pieces during their stay, which in turn will be
exhibited again. The studio’s will be accessible to the public on specific days and will act as greater publicity for each artist.
As well as Tate Bristol being dedicated to emerging talent it will also exhibit the Tate’s new and fast growing collection of
Asian and African contemporary art. Also exhibitions will be curated to connect with national, regional and local cultural
events.
City events such as major festivals will be supplemented by this venue. Tate Bristol will have spaces that will be
programmed distributing activity over the entire day - from morning to evening. The diversity of facilities, spaces and
activities will draw a diverse audience, reflecting the diversity of Bristol itself.
2.5.1 Community Resource
Tate Bristol will be the central point for citizen access and community participation, with the specialised support necessary
to help people to realise their personal and democratic rights and aspirations. The nature of a community space should be
communicated where the people of Bristol can feel ownership and pride. For all to feel welcome in the Tate Bristol,
unambiguous accessibility is important. The building will be family and children friendly throughout and it will welcome
young people. There can be no barriers, physical or otherwise when entering the building. The removal of all barriers to
access including attitudinal, economical, cultural, emotional, institutional, intellectual and physical should be of the highest
priority in order to foster and ensure the widest possible audience.
Once inside, there will be clear and immediate different functions and places where one can sit, drink a cup of coffee, view
the exhibitions, hang out with friends from school.
2.5.2 Memory Bank
‘Without art galleries what have we? We have no past and no future.’
Tate Bristol will gather, preserve, present, exhibit and help to interpret the collective memory and identity of the city and its
communities and surroundings. The rich multi-media archive and heritage resources will be accentuated through the
provision of the highest quality gallery and exhibition space.
As well as exposing people to new ideas and opportunities, Tate Bristol will create memorable experiences. Through spaces
that appeal to the senses, the facilities and services that Tate Bristol offer, memories will be created for generations of local
people and visitors.
2.5.3 Cyber-entry Point
Tate Bristol will be the entry point to an array of technologies in new media and communications, disseminating knowledge
and ideas that will further fuel the education of the young and the entire community at large. This will also prove that Bristol
is a city on the cutting edge of technology. Technology has the potential to aid participation learning, which enhances the
experience of individuals, encouraging greater self-knowledge and awareness. Touch-ability, interaction and inviting places
to explore these technologies will integrate technology and human experience.
2.5.4 Destination for Creativity and Culture
The diversity of resources and services presented in the Tate Bristol cannot be completely understood by the term ‘gallery’.
Tate Bristol is more than an art gallery alone. It will offer visitors a place for recreation and cultural expression. The
diversity of services on offer means that everyone will be catered for. Tate Bristol events will take place in a multitude of
spaces both inside and outside the building. The building will seamlessly merge with the urban fabric of the city. One should
experience the Tate Bristol as a part of the urban promenade, a sequential walk, eventful and lengthy, but also with cross
connections for easy and direct use.
2.5.5 Creator of Knowledge Resources
Tate Bristol will generate new forms of information in digital formats, sharing its unique collections for learning, creativity
and cultural expression in innovative and imaginative ways. Tate Bristol, with its rich diversity of spaces, will foster further
engagement with the available resources. The diversity of stimuli, venues and avenues for expression will mean less
distinction between the consumer and producer of culture and creativity. Tate Bristol together will provide an unobstructed
platform to facilitate this process.
2.5.6 A Promoter of Sustainability
As a city, Bristol is in an important position to demonstrate through Tate Bristol the most technologically advanced building
systems and integrated sustainable principles available. Through the Tate Bristol’s own design, management and operations
and through highlighting relevant global developments in its information and services, the building will exhibit the latest in
sustainable technologies. Natural lighting would be provided for in both the main body of the Tate Bristol for any spaces that
line the building’s perimeter. Each studio and live-in studio, for the artist’s in residence, which surround the building’s
parameter, will employ natural day lighting. Operable windows at the exterior would benefit individual interior comfort by
enabling natural ventilation.
Eco-technological strategies work well with more passive measures to create a dramatic structure that is both a social
activator and successful precedent of sustainable practice that can allow the form of the building to remain true to the drama
of its concept. The best sustainable solutions should enhance aesthetic goals, limit resource consumption, improve building
performance, and promote health and productivity.
2.5.7 Promoter of Bristol and the Region
The building will be distinctively of Bristol, a statement of Bristol ’s global position and importance as the West of
England’s capital. Tate Bristol will be a people’s palace: warm and welcoming yet with a strong image and equally strong in
functionality.
Tate Bristol will express the identity of Bristol through changing exhibitions as well as multimedia displays of events in and
around the city. It should be an interactive media experience, enlightening, educating, entertaining and uniquely Bristol.
2.5.8 The Interior Presented on the Exterior
Tate Bristol should become more of an environment than a building. The exterior should read the interior. There should be
clear sightlines from anywhere within the building.
The entrance hall will offer a clear overview and functions as the information desk, with public functions, staircases and
elevators, shops, café and toilets. From the entrance hall one is offered a view onto some of the functions located on upper
and lower floors.
Tate Bristol’s location on Spike Island presents an opportunity for the engagement with the public domain. The park plinth
should be part of the building. It should encourage people take a break for lunch or meet a friend. The park must be green.
The city, with its considerable brickwork and concrete buildings, can very well use that. Any softening – even of the
acoustics in the city - seems to be welcome in this part of the city, in materialisation as well as in scale.
2.6 The Tate’s Brand and Tate Bristol’s Niche
The Tate, after over one hundred years, has developed a strong brand with a sense of place and purpose. In this case Tate
Bristol will specifically place its focus on promoting UK emerging artists with an emphasis on video and digital art, whilst
also housing the Tate’s new growing collection of Asian and African contemporary art (predominantly drawings, paintings
and sculptures). Other than this the Tate wishes to replicate many aspects of the Tate Modern here in Bristol. The concept of
2.7 Vision - Summary
• Reflects the aspirations of Bristol in relation to a creative and cultural economy.
• Reflects the aspirations of the city to develop its cultural assets.
• Retains a clear focus on people: Tate Bristol will achieve inspiration for people, and will offer something for
everyone, a truly universal service,
• Creates a centre for learning, information arts and culture.
• Becomes an enduring beacon for Bristol, raising the city’s international profile and achieving excellence with local
communities.
• Will be accessible and welcoming to all, reaching out to some of the city’s most disadvantaged citizens.
• Will be a universal meeting place, a hub for the region, an engine for the cultural and creative economies .
• Tate Bristol will link the people of Bristol to the world. It will bring the world to Bristol through audio, visual and
interactive art, resources and technologies.
2.8 Objectives - Summary
Tate Bristol will:
• Build the Creative and Cultural economy.
• Drive economic and social regeneration, enabling citizens to realise their full potential.
• Promote networking and knowledge exchange, enabling people to come together and learn from one another, in a
community space that is open and inclusive to all.
• Be a hub for culture, creativity and skills through the exploitation of art and communications technology.
• Support artistic and design research, scholarship and study.
• Be a model of sustainable design, responsive to technological, social and behavioural change in the information age.
• Invest in children, young people and families.
• Be physically child and family friendly.
• Inspire children and young people as future participants in the world economy.
• Promote a love of creativity and a need for the arts.
• Foster life-long learning.
• Promote community culture and creativity.
• Be the heart of a regional, local and community network of creative and cultural places.
• Provide a focal point for community life, contributing to a high quality of life for local residents.
• Celebrate culture through the audio, visual, multimedia, performance and other art forms.
• Exhibit and interpret the Tate’s assets to provide inspiration for a learning culture.
• Conserve Tate’s assets and collections for future generations.
3 Urban Environment
3 Urban Environment
3.1 Introduction
In a response to current cultural movements and developments in the city, Tate Bristol represents an opportunity to use these
contextual conditions as a fundamental basis for the design process.
Tate Bristol will become a vital organ in the public domain of the city, and will be required to respond to the dynamic and
diverse audience that the Bristol inhabitants represent.
A key consideration of the design will be how to translate the city’s context, both physically and socially, into the content
and appearance of the Tate Bristol.
3.2 Global city with a local heart
3.2.1 Bristol Fabric
The structure of pedestrian, vehicle, boat and train connections has developed into a rich tapestry of squares, roads, rivers,
bridges and tunnels. This urban fabric, clearly representing the city’s history, is one of the significant identities of the Bristol
city centre.
Seen as a layered network, the upper most dominant layer of this network is the pedestrian route. Tate Bristol presents an
opportunity to reinforce this established network. Tate Bristol, located on Spike Island will be a key landmark along this
riverside pedestrian route - connecting central Bristol back to Spike Island by route and by a landmark on the skyline from
across the river.
3.2.2 Diversity of cultures
The global aspect of the local heart can be best appreciated when looking at the broad variety of cultures currently inhabiting
Bristol. It is by far one the most multicultural cities within the UK and therefore more than many places, connected to the
outside world. For the design of Tate Bristol, this would mean finding a way to represent all of these people into one single
building. The starting point for this would be the understanding these cultures and their specific values.
3.2.3 Historic development
The industrial revolution has been a major catalyst of physical and social development of the city. It has given an enormous
boost in the explosive way the city has grown and is still an image with which the city is being identified.
For the city of Bristol, the role of water has been a key factor; particularly in the way the city has improved its economic
development. The expansion of the estuary structure around the industrial era provided the artery for the transportation of
goods and people related to the city’s industries. The man made floating harbour now offers the opportunity to regenerate
and enhance the leisure and cultural experiences of the city.
3.3 Site and surroundings
On the East side of Spike Island, the site for the Tate Bristol will replace the existing surface car park adjacent to and behind
the M-shed. The only building on the site to be demolished will be a medium sized shed/warehouse to the West/adjacent to
M-shed. This will be to accommodate for Tate Bristol and allow it to have a harbour-side frontage.
3.3.2 Tate Bristol’s Plaza and Park.
The location and function of the building provides an ideal opportunity to merge an outdoor public space (presently a surface
car park) with the building, creating a fundamental dialogue and connection between city and the building both in the
physical and metaphorical sense. Potentially being one of Bristol ’s most important public spaces, “Tate Square” and the
“Park plinth” are vital parts of the pedestrian route between Cumberland Road and central Bristol. It will become an
important arena for a variety of leisure purposes and events throughout the year.
3.4 A dialogue with the city
‘We define ‘Public Space’ as those places where an exchange between different social groups is possible and also occurs. It
is in essence a space that is freely accessible for everyone: public is the opposite of private. In philosophical discussions the
public sphere is the place where society is formed, or at least the arena where the collective will is formed with regards to the
future of society. But the public realm, as it is also called, also occupies a unique place in society: it is the sphere where we
encounter the proverbial ‘other’ and where we must relate to other behaviour, other ideas and other preferences. This means
it is also a domain of surprise and reflection. The public realm is ‘the sphere of social relations’ going beyond our own circle
of friendships, family and professional relations. The idea of the public realm is bound up with the ideas of expanding one’s
mental horizons of experiment, adventure, discovery and surprise.’
‘In search of new public domain’ by Maarten Hajer & Arnold Reijndorp’.
3.4.2 Tate Bristol: the potentials
Tate Bristol is destined to be the impulse to future development on Spike Island. It has the potential to reconnect this area to
the core of the city in a meaningful way, establishing important routes and sightlines between Spike Island and the other side
of the harbour.
The building has the potential to make Spike Island as a city destination. It will become an important node as a place to
dwell rather than a transition space as experienced today. Tate Bristol together with the other buildings in the proposed
masterplan will form an ensemble of buildings that will convey cohesion of the existing urban fabric by reinforcing
established edges of the Whapping Wharf development. The ground plane will become a lively activated zone to the benefit
of the urban realm. The use of good architecture and improvements to public space will give Whapping Wharf and by
expansion Spike Island renewed importance, reigniting civic pride in its citizens.
Given the current area requirements, the building’s volume offers the potential for extending the public domain to an
elevated location affording expansive views across the city. As a landmark, the building will attract a new local, regional and
international audience. Raising the city’s profile but also having a significant impact on the local visitor economy.
4 Key Technical Issues
4. Key Technical Issues
4.1 Core Design Principles
There are six core principles that underpin the Design Brief:
1. Flexibility
2. Adaptability
3. Sustainability
4. Accessibility
5. Physically connected and visible to the city
6. Functionality
These principles are of equal importance and will be applied to the building as a whole. In the following paragraphs, the key
technical issues related to these principles are reviewed.
4.2 Integration of New and Emerging Technologies
The integration of new technologies is a fundamental part of Tate Bristol. Tate Bristol will be both a physical as well as a
virtual place - where citizens will experience new media, expand their knowledge and meet with each other for many
decades to come.
4.3 Collections Handling and Delivery
4.3.1 Storage Model
The establishment of the Tate goes hand in hand with the development of a design model for the storage, care, deployment
and access to resources. The major objective is to increase efficiency, to cater for user needs, future-proofing and great
presentation and accessibility of resources.
This storage model will result in:
• An efficient management of the stocks.
• A good preservation of stocks, allowing staff to fulfil their new role, i.e. providing (active) service to the visitors.
• Improved physical and virtual accessibility of the stocks.
• Improved self-learning and guided support by presentation in themes and providing links between resources.
4.3.2 Tate Bristol Storage and Opening Resources
Characteristics:
• 8,000 items of art. Including 1,000 on Display and 7,000 in the storage depository.
• Need for active stock management.
• Efficient storage which meets the need of the art whether it is size or sensitivity to light and temperature.
• Effective and efficient use of staff resources and speed of delivery of art and/or materials to the exhibitions or other
Tate Buildings.
4.4 Joining Together Images and Sound.
Along with the great opportunities for the use of new multi media technologies, the multilateral character of the Tate Bristol
will be enhanced by:
• Resources will be brought to life by exhibitions, events and activities, enabling users and visitors to experience and
learn about culture. Formal and informal performance spaces will be particularly important in achieving this.
• Showcasing the Tate’s image and sound collections in the Tate Bristol.
• Promote the various cultural content of the Tate Bristol externally, to the city, to the network of other art galleries and
art environments across the city and region.
4.5 Staffing
The main objectives for the new premises of the Tate Bristol with the relation to staffing are:
• An effective and efficient working environment to achieve excellent customer service with low amount of staff
members.
• An effective and efficient multifunctional foyer joining efficient logistics, providing overview and security, and
opportunities for staff to interact with users.
In addition:
• Exhibitions and display management.
• Events, activities and other promotions programming.
• Commercial services.
• Marketing and communications.
• ICT and technical support, both organisational and for users.
• Lifelong learning and support and guidance for learners to enable continued personal and skills development.
• Access to content and content creation.
• Building Management Services.
The design will deliver the most efficient operating environment possible for the Tate Bristol.
It will work and share expertise to maximise the use of skills and the efficient deployment of staff. These opportunities are
currently being explored and will inform the design.
4.6 Facilities Management
Tate Bristol will be a large and complex building. The design should enable the facility to be occupied and operational 24
hours a day (which may become a reality in the future): it will operate as a single building. High standards of management
and maintenance will be essential to the efficient operation and functionality of the building. The building must be designed
to be functional, flexible and practical to operate and manage. It must be designed to:
• Recognise the specific operational needs and requirements of the exhibitions galleries (including studios).
• Be highly sustainable and cost effective to operate and maintain.
• Be fully flexible and adaptable in terms of infrastructure, controls, plant and internal fabric to meet future needs.
• Ensure ease of access to all plant and services for safe service and repair.
• Enable effective zoning to enable areas of the building to be in operation while others are closed. The specific needs of
the galleries (including studios) must be taken into account, including consideration of acoustic separation.
• Enable easy replacement/maintenance of the fabric of the building to ensure consistently high aesthetic standards are
maintained and not compromised.
• Incorporate intelligent building technologies to enable the integration of management information systems to ensure
operational sustainability targets are being met ideally from two central locations via two central Building Energy
Management Systems. This will be required to meet Bristol City Council’s Energy management and Sustainability
Section.
4.7 Utilities
4.7.1 New Connections
It is currently unclear as to what the exact nature of the connection of the district energy generation plant will be. The extent
of the connection to the district system and the performance of its associated energy generation plant (i.e. efficiency, carbon
emissions etc.) will affect the building’s plant space requirements, the sustainability aspirations for the project. It is of
fundamental importance that this issue is resolved early in the design process to minimise risk to the program and cost plan
for the project.
The current understanding is that hot water and chilled water will be supplied to the building from the district system
sufficient to cover the base load (circa 75% of the annual demand) but there will be no electrical supply from the district
energy system. Therefore, secondary heating and cooling systems will need to be located within the building to deal with
peak heating and cooling loads and a separate electrical connection to the grid will be required. On this basis the building
would not be served by CHP plant, rather a district heating and cooling system. Further detailed evaluations of the various
options available will be carried out during the next design stage.
Electrical supplies for certain Life Safety systems and potentially back up systems for the Art depository, galleries and ICT
facilities may be sourced from another grid connection if possible or potentially from on site generation. Gas services will be
provided by the local gas network infrastructure to suit the building needs, such as kitchens within the catering facilities and
a back up plant for critical services if required, Water and drainage connections will be served from local infrastructure.
Further analysis of the utilities infrastructure local to the building and the building’s likely energy demands will be carried
out at the next design stage.
4.8 Access, Circulation, Ergonomics and Visitor Comfort
4.8.1. General
The new premises of the Tate Bristol are to be appealing, open, and aims to attract and serve visitors, from a broad spectrum
of society including children, elderly, tourists, etc. It will set new standards of access for people with disabilities enabling
ease of access to all areas of the building.
The Tate Bristol’s visitor footfall is predicted to be in the region of 1,000 per day.
The building must be designed to be highly legible and have simple, effective signage and guiding for intuitive way finding.
Ease of circulation around the building is paramount, offering a variety of means of getting around the building to suit
different user needs.
The foyers and entrances will be vital elements of the building. They must be designed to fulfil a number of functions for a
range of different audiences throughout the day and evening and able to accommodate the peaks and troughs of people-flow
throughout. The challenge will be to design foyers, which attract new visitors, works equally well for all visitors to pass by
or to stay.
4.8.2 Visitors & Staff
For staff an efficient access to the building is needed. Besides the main entrance there will be a second entrance with security
24/7. This entrance will be open beyond the Tate Bristol’s opening hours. From this entrance, an efficient route to the
various departments in the building without crossing the general areas will be required. This also applies for the entrances
for the studios for the artists in residence.
4.8.3 Goods
Vertical access is to be provided via several decentralised cores (staircases, elevators). At least one core will be used for
transportation of goods. This elevator and connected spaces (corridors / rooms / doors) should be wide enough for the
transportation of big items, for example: furniture or large art works. This elevator(s) is connected to the loading bay area
and is not accessible by visitors.
4.8.4 Accessibility
It is very important that the new building provides an inclusive facility that is accessible for all users. Incorporating the
principles of inclusive design will benefit the population at large particularly disabled people, older people and parents with
children. Understanding and considering the access requirements of disabled people is imperative. In doing so, it is possible
to design an inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of people within society and breaks down unnecessary barriers.
Key access issues to address in the design of the building include:
• Approach routes and arrival at the building.
• Way finding around the site.
• Main entrances.
• Reception areas.
• Vertical and horizontal circulation around the building.
• High quality places of communication including access to resources.
• Sanitary accommodation.
• Lighting.
• Acoustics.
• Signage.
• Emergency egress for disabled people.
4.9 Security
One of the main conditions for the successful functioning of the Tate Bristol is an appropriate security system, offering
excellent security for everyone, without being too perceptible or influencing the building’s attractiveness to visitors.
Besides the specific security needs for the various functions in the building the security systems should follow these
principles:
• Security has to be unobtrusive but effective.
• ‘Natural ways’ of security: social control by staff as well by visitors, enabled by creating overview and sightlines
Demarcation of areas by layout of areas or furnishing, rather then creating barriers
• The security must meet the highest industry standards where needed.
• The security system should be very flexible and adaptable.
4.10 24-hour use of the building
The zoning of Tate Bristol should result in a safe and efficient building, with a minimum of safety regulations, security and
physical safety systems. Zoning must be an integral feature of the design, enabling different parts of the building to open at
different times of the day, whilst maintaining security in other areas that may be closed. It must be possible to shut down
individual areas both from an operational and a servicing point of view. Key spaces including the foyer, entrance hall
meeting rooms and catering facilities will operate outside the normal opening hours of the main exhibition areas. Parts of the
building may need to be open 24 hours, for example loan returns and some study space. A 24-hour return and internet area
should at least be covered, well lit and located in such a way that people feel safe and secure. Of course 24-hour access to the
live-in studios, for the artists in residence is necessary and this access must be separated from any routes connecting the
public galleries for out-of-hours access.
4.11 Health and Safety
There is a stated intent of making health and safety an integral part of the building and working ethos of Bristol. The strategy
of Health and Safety is of major importance due to the mixture of uses in one building complex and the various types of
users daily and occasional visitors.
The building should provide a healthy environment for staff so accidents and ill-health are eliminated and work forms part of
a satisfying life for the benefit of both the individual and the organisation. Staff members need to be aware of the
responsibility that the conduct of work does not endanger anyone including members of the public.
The building should be healthy and safe for visitors too. Safe access to the building and clear routing are the main points of
attention. In addition, information is to be clearly presented in case of emergency. Staff members should have a role in
creating a safe environment for visitors.
As in any public building, there are a number of specific threats identified. Wherever possible the opportunity to reduce
these threats and they must be taken into account and designed out of the environment so risks can be minimized.
Identification of hazards, risk assessments, implementation of procedures, and provision of adequate resources is to be a part
of the design. In cooperation with the Tate, a Health and Safety program is to be developed simultaneously with design
development.
4.12 Environmental Conditions
The design of the Tate Bristol building and its installations should ensure that the indoor climate will be comfortable and
healthy for all users of the building, for example in terms of temperature, air quality and daylight. The indoor climate should
feel natural in relation to the activities that take place within individual rooms.
To achieve the desired internal environments within the various parts of the building, suitable strategies will be developed
with consideration of issues such as air quality, thermal comfort, acoustics, security and level of control and flexibility
required.
The selection of external environmental design criteria has a significant effect on both the capital cost and operation of
certain building services. The frequency of abnormal environmental conditions and the risk if internal conditions deviate
from the desired set points must be reviewed to determine appropriate criteria. Where spaces are being conditioned to strict
criteria, i.e. to preserve the Tate’s collection of art and the exhibition spaces, it is likely to be seen as critical that the plant
serving these spaces can maintain the desired conditions at all times. However, in other areas it may be acceptable during
infrequent abnormal external conditions that the internal conditions deviate slightly. Therefore, as a guide the building
services systems serving the storage, depository and exhibition areas could be designed with reference to the following
external temperatures.
Extreme seasonal temperature extents are:
• Summer 32°C. This represents a 0.01 % occurrence over a 24 hour period.
• Winter -7°C. This represents a 0.01% occurrence over a 24 hour period.
While the building services serving all other areas of the building could be designed with reference to a different set of
criteria such as the following, with the likely effect of reduced capital cost and improved efficiency of certain building
services.
Acceptable season temperature extents are:
• Summer 28°C This represents a 0.34% occurrence over a 24 hour period.
• Winter -5°C This represents a 0.9% occurrence over a 24 hour period.
The design of the building envelope will be critical in maintaining a high quality indoor environment and limiting the
building energy consumption, and will be key consideration during the design process. The design of the building envelope
will reflect not only aesthetic considerations, but will also be configured for optimum thermal performance i.e. the façade
design will aim to maximise daylight penetration, mitigate excessive solar gain and reduce heat loss.
A range of different environmental conditions will be needed to protect the materials and exhibitions whilst allowing public
access, however storage areas will not be accessed by the public
The key considerations are:
• Temperature.
• Humidity.
• Light levels/UV control.
• Air quality and dust/particle filtration.
• Protection from physical damage.
4.13 Regulations and Standards for Sustainability
4.13.1 Sustainability
Tate Bristol, as a public and educational institution, has a strong obligation to care for the physical and social environment.
The construction of the building and the building itself throughout their lifespan should comply with the following:
• Optimum use of natural resources and reduction in the environmental impact inline with the economical and social
requirements.
• Reduction of energy consumption in the operation of the building.
• The sustainability approach is incorporated in the physical and technical layout of the building and should go beyond
simply meeting standards and regulations where possible.
Main subject of attention:
• Physical building layout in relation to compactness, flexibility and adaptability during its lifespan.
• Specific needs of functions.
• Use of natural resources.
• Environmental aspects of construction method and materials.
• Maintenance and lifespan aspects.
• Minimising the energy demand for heating and cooling.
4.13.2 BREEAM
The Design will aim to obtain a BREEAM rating of Excellent for Tate Bristol and meeting the Council’s target for
renewable technologies and sustainability without undue increase in the cost of the works. The design must source the best
sustainable solutions, using the process of consultation, collaboration and engagement with all the key stakeholders. These
should enhance aesthetic goals, limit resource consumption, improve building performance and promote health and
productivity. Bristol has a distinguished creative tradition: the Tate Bristol will reinforce this by employing elegant and
innovative engineering.
Achieving a BREEAM excellent rating alone will not necessarily achieve the sustainability targets and therefore the
Sustainability Strategy identified below will need to encompass a wide range of strategies and include the whole life cycle
costing and investment pay back options.
4.13.3 Going for Green
‘Sustainable development is about ensuring a better quality of life for everyone now and for generations to come by bringing
together objectives around social, economic and environmental goals’
The Bristol City Council is fully committed to the sustainable development of the City and a fundamental objective of this is
the protection and enhancement of the environment. Bristol City Council is also committed to procurement decisions that
have a direct influence on the Sustainability Strategy.
4.13.4 Bristol Climate Change Strategy
The Bristol Climate Change Strategy aims to reduce Bristol ’s carbon emissions by 20% from 1990 levels by 2010, and 60%
by 2026. The energy targets aim to “ensure that 15% of energy use in Bristol is from renewable sources and that 30% of it is
generated locally by 2020”.
Tate Bristol project will therefore form a key part of this strategy through both the on site application of integrated
technologies and also by interfacing with the City’s wider approach to decentralised energy systems.
4.13.5 Energy Performance Building Directive
Tate Bristol will require compliance with the Energy Performance Building Directive. There are many factors associated
with energy performance in buildings and in the course of the project: research will be taken to investigate different methods
of building design.
On completion of the project an Energy Performance Certificate will need to be produced (based on the theoretical Carbon
Dioxide emissions for the building) and displayed to comply with the new EU directive on Energy Performance in Buildings
After 12 months a Display Energy Certificate, which determines the actual Carbon Dioxide emissions based on metered
energy readings, will need be produced and displayed. During the next design stage preliminary energy performance
calculations will be carried out to inform the design development of the energy efficiency of the proposed design.
4.14 Acoustics
As the site is located on the East of Spike Island, therefore the Tate Bristol can be exposed to a certain levels of noise. This
should be taken into account.
Noise from cars and traffic in general and for example the occasional events taking place on the new “Tate Park” or noise
from the foyer can cause inconvenient noise or vibrations in the building. For the main function, the Tate Bristol, noise
control is of great importance. To avoid this generally two measurements have to be taken:
• Zoning of sound-sensitive and sound producing areas.
• In the layout of the building, especially areas containing various functions, or areas with flexible use close attention to
acoustic qualities is crucial. Rooms must be acoustically regulated (and comply to standards) to best suit the function of
this rooms and adjacent areas.
• Floors and slabs between levels must be designed so that impact noise will not spread to adjacent rooms and is not loud
in the room itself. Technical installations in the building should emit as little noise as possible so that they do not cause
noise pollution inside or outside the building.
4.15 Public Art Program
The future Tate Bristol as an important public place to gather and to educate, also with regard to local and global issues
concerning culture and arts. The first task will be to make a clear inventory of the current collection proposed for Tate
Bristol. Needless to say, that the Tate’s collection is too is extensive and would be of immeasurable benefit to the citizens of
Bristol. In this case, the Tate’s collection housed in Tate Bristol will ebb and flow – migrating to the other Tate Galleries
around Britain. However there will be a dedicated depository for up to 8,000 pieces of art, including the Tate’s collection of
audio/visual archives to be permanently housed in the Tate Bristol
Showcases for these pieces, but also showcases for other pieces of art will be integrated within the design of the building and
site. The object, painting or other kind of pieces should contribute to the experience of the public area.
Due to the size of the building and the size of the site, various types and sizes of pieces of art are conceivable, ranging from,
for example, small objects in internal or external showcases to a collection of pieces that form a storyline through out the site
and building.
The planning for exhibiting art should be in accordance with the Tate’s specific guidance.
5 TATE BRISTOL: Areas specific to Tate Bristol
5. TATE BRISTOL (Public Areas)
5.1.0 General Areas
‘General areas’ refers specifically to those spaces that appear throughout the building serving primarily as necessary
supportive function. These areas occur throughout the building.
5.1.1 Main Entrance and Foyer - Introduction
The arrival areas of the Tate Bristol are to function as an extended public space. The location and function of the building
provide an ideal opportunity to merge an outdoor public space with the building creating a fundamental dialogue and
connection between city and the building, both in the physical and metaphorical sense.
The arrival space will be the ‘first impression’ of Tate Bristol and will therefore be key in ensuring an unforgettable
experience that will live long in local, regional and international collective memory.
The nature of a community space should be communicated where the people of Bristol can feel ownership and pride. The
removal of all barriers to access including attitudinal, economical, cultural, emotional, institutional, intellectual and physical
should be of the highest priority in order to foster and ensure the widest possible audience.
5.1.2 Main Foyer
Core Function:
The foyer should be the place from which the flow of arriving people is spread out into the rest of the building. It should
offer a number of experiences catering to the diversity of visitor requirements.
The foyer space plays a key role in representing the main values and mission of Tate Bristol supporting the distinct branding
requirements of the Tate organisation.
The foyer will become the space where visitors will receive the first information about the activities in the building and the
options available to them. This space should provide and communicate to visitors their customer access choices, service and
information as well as circulation and navigation information of Tate Bristol.
Generally, the requirement is to provide a highly accessible environment for both specific and diverse target groups. Some
users attend individually, some in small groups and some, in particular school student groups, attend in large numbers. All
should feel equally at home in this space.
Accessibility in every sense of the word is a key consideration.
Relationship + Connections:
Adjacent to main entrances.
Space Requirements:
Design Capacity requirements: The foyer should be able to accommodate an agreed peak or range of visitor capacity based
on 24/7/365 facilities access and a predicted daily peak capacity (during Christmas and Summer) of 2,500 people per day.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Accessibility is a core requirement in the design of this space.
5.1.3 Main Entrance
Core Function:
Of key consideration is the legibility and accessibility of the main entrance whilst providing an immediate sense of arrival.
Although there may be multiple entrances to the building there should be a main entrance providing access to the shared
foyer areas. The values of the Tate must be communicated and the status of the ‘whole’ should be integral to and lead
naturally into the main foyer.
Relationship + Connections:
One entrance must access the promenade to the North, the other to the new “Tate Park” to the South. It should directly
access the central foyer space housing their central reception facility. Other entrances (required for maximum occupancy
and/or fire safety) should be sited in discreet appropriate areas.
Close proximity to blue-badge parking facilities, coach and car drop-off points, public parking, taxi bays, bicycle racks and
the closest public transport will be vital. The city’s transport plan and new bus route must be considered in this context to
ensure that access, business and navigation needs are satisfied in the location and design of the entrances.
The entrance should also be a close to ATM, toilets, service lifts and stairs/lifts/escalators.
Space Requirements:
Occupancy capacity requirements: The foyer should be able to accommodate an agreed peak or range of visitor capacity
based on 24/7/365 facilities access and a predicted daily peak capacity (during Christmas and Summer) of 2,500 people per
day.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
The entrance doors should be intelligent and part of the security system and capable of resisting significant attempts at
intrusion. Highly robust finishes to be applied to these spaces.
5.2 Reception and Customer Services
Core Function:
This is where people should have fast and easily accessible information about the Tate Bristol. The reception area should
clearly show that this is the interface between visitors and its respective building. It must be highly visible and capture the
attention of people entering the building. It must be absolutely clear that this is a place where visitors can get help.
This area will link the visitor to the purpose, functions, services, events and facilities of the entire building. As such the area
must communicate openness and accessibility. This area may also provide a tourist information centre and other such
facilities and will provide an information outlet for the many community partnerships with which each organisation engages.
The area will be supported by self-service information and navigation of the building therefore allowing staff to focus on
individual requirements. Consideration of a modular/ adjustable counter system may facilitate adaptation to various visitor
demands.
Relationship + Connections:
This area needs to be central to the main ground foyer. It should be close to public facilities such as toilets, cloakrooms and
upper level access – i.e stairs, escalators, lifts to all parts of the building. Adequate and accessible storage will be vital in
maintaining a tidy and clean environment. This area must link to a secure office/non-public space where cash collection,
counting and balancing can take place securely.
Space Requirements:
Occupancy capacity requirements: The foyer should be able to accommodate an agreed peak or range of visitor capacity
based on 24/7/365 facilities access and a predicted daily peak capacity (during Christmas and Summer) of 2,500 people per
day.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
A queue management system is to be provided. It should be clear that this area is ‘neutral territory’.
5.3 Circulation Foyer(s)
Core Function:
Flowing from the main foyer, the circulation foyer should direct visitors accessing specific parts of the building. In essence,
the circulation foyer acts as a threshold between the main foyer and the specific functions of the Tate. These areas may need
to be zoned off and secured according to operational requirements.
The circulation foyer should reflect the very different and specific individual requirements of Tate Bristol. The foyer needs
to consider a generally more constant customer flow with seasonal peaks and the ambition for it to become a 24/7 operation
over time. The Tate Bristol foyer is required on at least two floors: one to the North promenade and one to the South “Tate
Park” on plinth (upper ground) level.
Each foyer in the Tate Bristol need to be able to operate independently as customer numbers fluctuate. To maximise use of
each area for activities independent of exhibitions, the ability to easily zone areas would be advantageous. Effective lighting
and acoustic management of the area is key in this regard.
Relationship + Connections:
The Tate Bristol foyers need to be adjacent to the major exhibition spaces via stairs, escalators, lifts. Both foyers should
contain toilets and accessible toilets and provide easy security monitoring. The Tate Bristol foyer particularly, must comply
with all licensing, health and safety and fire evacuation requirements. They will be close to ATM, toilets and accessible
toilets, service lifts and stairs/lifts/escalators.
5.3.1 Cloakroom and Locker Facilities
Core Function:
All visitors to the building should easily access these facilities.
This is an area where personal items such as bags and coats can be left. The area may only be staffed at certain times
therefore the space should be designed to retain its function as a self-service cloakroom. These facilities could also be
completely self-service.
These could be in a less ‘central location’ but would require an increased security system.
The gallery visitors can demand up to 150 ‘coat spaces’ plus up to 50 bags/suitcases/shopping items, at any one time, during
Christmas and summer months.
Relationship + Connections:
The area needs to be central to each entrance. It must be close to toilets, reception and under surveillance of the security
systems.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1 area.
Dimensions: to be determined.
Size: approx. 25m2 gross floor area.
Total area: 50m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Heighten security risk.
5.4 Exhibition Galleries - Introduction
The Exhibition Galleries are key in expanding the audience of the Tate Bristol. The exhibitions will focus on showcasing the
Tate’s collections to visitors. The exhibition space should be stimulating and will incorporate a level of interactively to
wholly engage with the viewer both intellectually and spiritually.
Tate Bristol’s focus will be placed on UK contemporary emerging artists, audio visual installations and also showcasing the
Tate new and fast growing collection of Asian and African contemporary art.
Technical and environmental conditions should be of the highest quality whilst allowing for creative and flexible layout for
various exhibitions types.
5.4.2 Main Exhibition Spaces
Core Function:
This space will be considered as a destination space providing a multi-sensory experience and be used for a programme of
thematic and format based exhibitions. It should appeal to a broad audience and therefore allow for many types of
exhibitions of varying media. The gallery should incorporate a modular approach to spatial configurations – capable of being
converted into more than one space or a smaller space(s).
Relationship + Connections:
Most important adjacencies are digital lab, the art depository/ storage, loading bay and main building entrance. The Galleries
need not be on the same floor as these areas, although should be on an adjacent floor at least. Service routes should avoid
passing through this area.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 4.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 4000m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: To be determined.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
The internal environment of the Main Exhibition Space is to be designed to American Standard for Heating Refrigeration
and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Class of Control AA. ASHRAE standards have been selected as there is
currently no relevant Chartered Institute of Building Services (CIBSE) standard. This should provide a suitable compromise
between the internal conditions required for exhibits and visitors to the gallery. It is proposed that exhibits that require
different environmental conditions would be stored within conditioned display cases with inbuilt temperature and humidity
control as per recommendations in BS5454. To comply with the National Heritage Act 1980 the relative humidity,
temperature and light levels will be monitored.
5.4.3 Exhibition Preparation Space
Core Function:
This space will be used for preparing materials for exhibitions and will need to be immediately adjacent and have access to
the main exhibition spaces and their associated storage space. The space should be a regular shape and flexible with power
availability throughout and with access capable of taking large to extremely large objects.
Relationship + Connections:
(See main exhibition space).
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 275m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
As this space will be used for the preparation of exhibits, which require specific environmental conditions, it is proposed that
the temperature and humidity are controlled in a similar manner to the Main Exhibition space. This will reduce the need for
acclimatization when materials are moved between the two spaces. However, as certain materials may be without display
cases in this area, the temperature band would be reduced to 20degC ±1degC. To comply with the National Heritage Act
1980 the relative humidity, temperature and light levels will be monitored.
5.4.4 Exhibition Storage Space
Core Function:
This space will be used for storing exhibition equipment such as frames, vitrines, lights etc and will need to be immediately
adjacent and have access to the Main exhibition space and associated preparation space. The space should be a regular shape
and flexible with power availability. The space will need to be able to store moveable display modules, frames and display
cases. The frame store will need an efficient racking system.
Relationship + Connections:
Immediately adjacent to main exhibition space and exhibition preparation space.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 275m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Full climatic control where necessary, adjustable lighting conditions. High level of security required.
5.5 Activity and Performance Spaces
Core Function:
Throughout Tate Bristol a series of informal performance and activity spaces should be made available.
Flexibility and adaptability is of key consideration in order to maximise use. The space needs to be identifiable yet flexible,
easily deconstructed or redefined.
A less formal approach to this space is appropriate, as the area should accommodate the possibility for impromptu
performances. Performers and performances will be varied and could range from professionals to children and community
members.
The space should maintain high visibility to other visitors passing by, rather than enclosed activity: as such the space may
incorporate a small demountable stage.
Relationship + Connections:
Not adjacent to quiet study areas.
Space Requirements:
Occupancy capacity requirements: To be determined.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Provision of adequate supporting infrastructure such as digital media, power, lighting etc
5.6 Studio Spaces
Core Function:
Tate Bristol provisions of new studio spaces where a wide variety of artists, designers and makers can work in residence
increasing the potential for greater participation and collaboration and attracting new audiences. The new studio spaces will
be designed to ensure maximum flexibility in terms of differing working needs of the artists and designers, whilst also
allowing for personal adaptation in every aspect of its operation. All studios will have a live-in function, allow the artists to
immerse themselves in their work. Studios will be open to the public on specific days.
Relationship + Connections:
The studios will wrap around the outside of the Tate Bristol. As the exhibition galleries themselves do not need natural light,
but the live-in studios do then the studios will be located on the outer circumference of the building and the galleries on the
inner.
Amount: 60
Total size: approx. 25-30m2 each.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
All studios will have access to water, a sink, self-contained bathroom units and a small kitchenette. All units must be fitted
with fire alarms and smoke detectors. All studios to allow for a bed on maisonette floor, therefore the ceiling height must be
at least 4.2 metres.
5.7 Tate Bristol Bar
Core Function:
The bar forms a key facility for the Tate Bristol. In this area provision should be made for alcohol, beverages, confectionary
and snacks to any visitor to the building, but in particular for servicing the gallery visitors. The bar should also provide
meeting spaces, hospitality and private party areas with the flexibility to support conference activity during the daytime. The
bar must be large and well organised, allowing for optimum service during the peak ‘pinch-points’ for serving up to 400
people.
Users will be a very diverse group. Acoustic management and in particular enhancement systems for deaf or hard of hearing
customers will be needed. Layout, sight lines and security systems need to accommodate the need for effective management
of anti-social behaviour. Stock and equipment must be easy to lock-down and open, clean and maintain. Given the diversity
of the customer base these areas should be egalitarian allowing for a range of styles/lighting/colours/layouts.
There should be provision of an alcohol-free bar area to service children, families and customers whose religion proscribes
alcohol.
Relationship + Connections:
The bar needs to be in close proximity to the toilets, service lifts and primary catered facilities/kitchens. They should be
connected to the main foyer and/or a part of the circulation foyers for the exhibition spaces. The bar must be an integrated
part of a stock control system. There must be adequate provision for the secure handling of floats, till management and cash-
ups. Such a secure area with a day safe could be a shared facility with reception and tickets sales to the featured exhibitions.
Personal security of staff and customers is important so surveillance and ease of access for security staff is important. The
bar must support easy access for daily cleaning and high standard cleaning. Signage to other parts of the building and in
particular the exhibitions must be clear and accessible.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Size: approx. 20m2 gross floor area.
Total size: approx. 20m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: The area should accommodate up to 250 people comfortably.
5.8 Catering facilities
The details for this requirement will be informed by the outcome of consultancy studies currently underway. This function
requires detailed resolution and forms part of on-going investigation.
Core Function:
This area consists of restaurant type facilities, kitchen and its associated storage as well as retail ancillary space. The details
for this requirement will be informed by the outcome of consultancy studies currently underway. This function requires
detailed resolution and forms part of on-going investigation.
Relationship + Connections:
Catering areas will need to be adjacent and accessible to the Picnic Area, bar and conferencing facilities.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
5.9 Picnic Space
Core Function:
The picnic space should be a spacious area allowing for multi-functional use. It should invite and provide visitors with an
opportunity to bring and consume their own food and beverages. It should be large enough to accommodate groups and
individuals with varied types of furniture and furniture arrangements. The space should have the possibility of offering a
space reservation basis only for groups, and some on an ad hoc drop in basis. The former could therefore be used for other
activities when available.
Particular attention must be paid to the ease of cleaning and also provision for adequate food and rubbish disposal. The space
should have vending and water facilities, sinks and hand dryers. They should be fully accessible, but with secure exits for
safely accommodating groups of young children. The space should not be specifically designed for children, however
anticipation of high child use means that it should accommodate their behaviour and needs.
Relationship + Connections:
It should be located within easy access of the Tate Bristol services. The space should also be as close as possible to the
entrances for ease of access to coaches and other transport. Accessible toilets should be within easy reach and should be
close to ATM, exhibition galleries, service lifts and stairs/lifts/escalators.
Space Requirements:
Occupancy capacity requirements: To be determined.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
The space and its layout should be able to handle noisy groups, as such special consideration should be given to acoustic
control. It is essential that the space has access to a music installation system. Furniture must be easy to move.
5.10 Chill Out Zones
Core Function:
This space should be a designated and identifiable area within Tate Bristol with no specifically programmed use. It should
allow for occupation by any number of users from individuals to groups. Given the flexibility of use of this space,
consideration should be given as to how to navigate conflicting requirements of accommodating all whilst making an
allowance for the needs of specific users.
Provision should be made for both low and high technology areas, accommodating both lively and quiet users. The areas
should include some food and beverage vending machines.
The areas should have comfortable soft furnishings that are easy to clean, maintain and move for maximum flexibility.
Relationship + Connections:
These areas should be available on each floor, close to catering facilities as well as toilet facilities.
Space Requirements:
Amount: Space allocation will be required per floor.
Occupancy capacity requirements: To be determined.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
The space should respond to preferred customer usage as they emerge. An emphasis on varied types of furnishings for
highest flexibility is essential.
5.11 Meeting Point
Core Function:
The meeting point is a designated area where people can meet each other. It should be clearly defined, legible and visible.
This area should not be considered a room but rather a zone with a distinctive space and character. The area should be able
to accommodate large groups of people with comfortable seating, internet accessible computers and reading materials. It
should be designed to deter anti-social ‘grouping’ and be close to the reception support with low-key supervision.
Relationship + Connections:
This area should be central to the main entrances and reception areas, toilets and public services. Close to ATM, toilets and
accessible toilets, service lifts and stairs/lifts/escalators.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Seating should be fixed yet demountable to allow the space to be used for other purposes if required. Fixtures and
furnishings must be easy to clean and robust.
5.11.1 Group Visit Areas
Core Function:
Groups should be adequately accommodated throughout Tate Bristol. Spaces for these groups should incorporate
comfortable furniture that supports initial briefings and short presentations. Capacity for small refreshments and technology
is also preferred.
Space Requirements:
Occupancy capacity requirements: Groups of up to 25 people.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Access to technology and presentation facilities should be provided.
5.11.2 Help Point
Core Function:
Areas away from the interactive zones will require help points for staff to support customers with quick enquiries/issues.
Issues of adaptability should be considered in order to respond to customer demand and organisational needs. These could be
unobtrusive facilities available for brief enquiries.
Help points should be child friendly and of a suitable scale.
5.12 Public Toilet Facilities
Core Function:
These facilities will service customers and visitors to the foyer areas. This means that potentially a broad public will use
these facilities. Given the diverse groups of people visiting the building, the facilities should therefore reflect this diversity of
requirements and include adequate provision for children and parents as well as disabled visitors. Facilities may vary in
dimension in order to address these needs specifically.
Consideration should also be given to the way in which facilities will be used throughout the day. Moments of intense use
occur during lunchtimes and also coincide with both Tate Bristol events. Events taking place in the new “Tate Park” will
also place high demands on these facilities.
Further, sustainable use of water and cleaning products should be prioritised. This subject is detailed as part of the
sustainability strategy.
Focus should be placed on the ease of use and robustness. In addition, given the high public usage envisaged for the building,
all fixtures, fittings and surfaces selected should be of adequate and appropriate quality to reflect this imperative. Naturally,
provision of good light and ventilation are essential.
Relationship + Connections:
Public toilet facilities should be in close proximity to exhibiting gallery’s entrances and general reception areas, proximity to
cleaning services and general maintenance access is also a priority. Catering and bar facilities will also require specific toilet
provision.
Space Requirements:
Dimensions: 0.90 x 1.50 m per toilet cubicle minimum.
Size: 4m2 gross area per toilet cubicle minimum (includes entrance area).
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Allow for effective, deep and high standard cleaning. Allow for self-cleaning functions where possible.
Attention to the prevention of misuse and vandalism including the use of anti-graffiti surfaces. Incorporate environmentally
efficient disposal of sanitary waste.
Fittings and fixtures to possibly provide for particular cultural needs of users.
5.12.1 Toilets, Unisex Toilets
Core Function:
The facilities should be designed for both adults and children. Facilities should include fixtures for when children are
training. Consideration must be given to the high demand on these services at peak periods.
Relationship + Connections:
Proximity to baby change / feeding facilities.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 2 minimum – more preferred.
Dimensions: 0.90 x 1.50 m.
Size: approx. 6m2 gross floor area.
Total area: 12m2 gross floor area.
5.12.2 Baby Changing / Feeding Facilities
Core Function:
This area should be suitable for parents and carers visiting the Tate Bristol to comfortably feed and change babies, toddlers
and younger children. This needs to be a unisex environment.
For reasons of discretion, private lockable cubicles for breastfeeding mothers should be provided.
Facilities in these areas should include bottle heating facilities, hand wash basins, changing tables, individual toilets with
changing facilities and washbasins, adequate and environmentally efficient food and sanitary waste system: potable water
supply, fixed microwaves, and highchairs.
Relationship + Connections:
It needs to be accessible for cleaning and close to security surveillance. The buggy park should be as close as possible.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 8m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: To be determined.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
The safety and security of children is to be of paramount importance.
Allow for clear and multi-lingual facility information.
5.13 Buggy + EMV Park
Core Function:
The users of Tate Bristol should be provided with adequate space to safely park buggies and EMVs.
These areas could be accommodated close to the outside of the entrances rather than inside the foyer as self-service lock-ups,
assuming secure and appropriate locations and ease of access to foyer.
This space needs to be very accessible, user-friendly and adaptable to accommodate demand.
Consideration of door openings and corridors leading to this area should be sufficiently wide for ease of access and
movement.
Relationship + Connections:
These areas should also be close to entrance and toilets.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 25m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: The area should accommodate up to 30 buggies and 10 EMVs.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
It should be under the surveillance of security systems.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
The safety and security of children is to be of paramount importance.
The allowance for clear and multi-lingual facility information is also necessary.
5.14 Tate Park Plinth
Introduction:
Tate Bristol’s location on Spike Island presents an opportunity for the engagement with the public domain. The Tate plinth
should be part of the building. It should encourage people to read a book in the sun, take a break for lunch or meet a friend.
The park must be green. The city, with its considerable brickwork and concrete buildings, can very well use that. Any
softening – even of the acoustics in the city - seems to be welcome in this part of the city, in materialisation as well as in
scale.
Core Function:
Potentially being one of Bristol ’s most important public spaces, “Tate Square” or “Tate Park” is a vital part of the pedestrian
route between Cumberland Road and central Bristol. It will become an important arena for a variety of leisure purposes and
events throughout the year.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 1000m2
5.15 Parking Area
Core Function:
As well as the Tate Bristol’s 2 bays for articulated lorries which can also be used for 4 general delivery vans: there will be
ample parking (100 cars) for visiting contractors and general visitors in the public car park situated adjacent to Tate Bristol
beneath the ‘Tate Park’ plinth.
Relationship + Connections:
Beneath the ‘Tate Park’ plinth, adjacent to loading bays.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 100.
6 Functional Specifications (Back of House)
6.0 Functional Specifications
The functional specification states both the operational and aspirational requirements that will form the basis of the design
phase tasks. Some of these items have conflicting requirements that must be reconciled and resolved during the next phases
in the design process. It contains detailed information concerning the amount, size and quality of spaces as well as the
required proximity of functions and spaces, requirements concerning the functional and essential technical requirements,
image and appearance as well as other requirements specific to the project as known to date. The functional specification
describes the functional requirements all areas of the project, encompassing also general service areas and ‘back of house’
zones.
6.1.1 Staff Toilet Facilities
Core Function:
These facilities will service staff of the Tate Bristol.
Similar to the public toilets functional requirements, staff toilets should reflect the diversity of staff requirements including
provision for disabled staff.
For operational purposes these facilities may be located in close proximity to staff areas. Further, sustainable use of water
and cleaning products should be prioritised. This subject is detailed as part of the Sustainability strategy.
Focus should be placed on the ease of use and robustness. In addition, all fixtures, fittings and surfaces selected should be of
adequate and appropriate quality. Naturally, provision of good light and ventilation are essential.
Relationship + Connections:
Catering and bar facilities will also require specific toilet provision.
Staff toilet facilities will need to be located close to other staff areas such as staff offices and facilities.
Space Requirements:
Dimensions: 0.90 x 1.50 m per toilet cubicle minimum.
Size: 4m2 gross area per toilet cubicle minimum (includes entrance area).
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Allow for effective, deep and high standard cleaning. Allow for self-cleaning functions where possible.
Attention to the prevention of misuse and vandalism including the use of anti-graffiti surfaces. Incorporate environmentally
efficient disposal of sanitary waste.
Fittings and fixtures to possibly provide for particular cultural needs of users.
6.1.2 Accessible Toilets
Core Function:
Provision must be made to serve wheelchair, EMV and other mobility impaired users and their caregivers with facilities.
Accessible toilets must be of equal standard to other toilets.
Thought must be given to robustness, as well as the ease and modesty of ingress and egress. These facilities must be
accessibility compliant and exceed DDA requirements. One accessible toilet should be a full personal care suite and be able
to accommodate a mobile bed and/or allow an EMV, large wheelchair, a hoist, its user and caregivers with comfortable
access and space to use the facilities with ease. Furthermore, these facilities shall be linked to the emergency response
system with easy access for staff to respond.
Naturally, provision of good light and ventilation are essential. In addition, given the high public usage envisaged for the
building, all fixtures, fittings and surfaces selected should be of adequate and appropriate quality to reflect this imperative.
Further, sustainable use of water and cleaning products should be prioritised. This subject is detailed as part of the
Sustainability strategy. The provision of at least one facility on every floor is also required.
Relationship + Connections:
All facilities should be directly accessible from the exhibition galleries, bar, catered areas and general reception area. Where
a priority is needed, these toilets should be nearer to the service area in question than those for non-disabled customers.
Preference is given to locate these facilities close to cleaning services and general maintenance access. Obvious, direct and
easy access to main entrance and exit doors is also required.
Space Requirements:
Dimensions: 1.60 x 2.80 m per toilet cubicle minimum.
Size: 8m2 gross floor area per toilet cubicle minimum (includes entrance area).
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Allowance must be made for effective, deep and high standard of cleaning. Where possible self-cleaning functions should be
included. Attention to the prevention of misuse and vandalism including the use of anti-graffiti surfaces should be
incorporated.
6.1.3 Cleaner’s Room + Stores
Core Function:
Cleaner’s rooms and associated store should provide space for all necessary general and specialist equipment and cleaning
materials, including all necessary sinks, drainage and waste systems to cope with the range of cleaning needs. The provision
of four low level sinks with hoses, a sluice/incinerator or similar waste disposal system for solid matter, two large lockable
cupboards for storage of cleaning materials and chemicals, shelves for stocks of sanitary materials, space for spare waste
bins, sanitary bins and other equipment, racks for storage of cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners and mop buckets,
a washing machine and dryer and a domestic sink unit is to be included within this area.
It is essential that the space provide a safe and healthy working environment for all users, with specific consideration for
those who will be using chemicals, hot water, steam and other hazardous materials.
Relationship + Connections:
The space should be accessible to all aspects of the customer service functions with particular focus on exhibition areas and
bar/cafe areas. It must have good service lift access to support safe and efficient operations and ease of waste disposal.
Access for cleaning staff to the staff briefing/rest room will be required to support necessary meetings and break
requirements.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 5.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Size: 4m2 gross floor area minimum.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Highly robust finishes to be applied to spaces.
6.2.1 General Staff Offices + Facilities
Core Function:
A particular part of the building should be determined to accommodate staff, relating specifically to the operational
management of Tate Bristol related activities. Bearing in mind the need for a durable, adaptable office environment, a
maximum amount of flexibility should be integrated within its design. The possibility to create multiple variations of floor
layouts with regards to furniture is part of that demand. Necessary spaces to house lockers and kitchen areas are required for
these functions.
Relationship + Connections:
As the offices with their necessary functional spaces should be considered a unity, they should be located in close proximity
to each other as they provide interdependent services. If adjacent to the cleaner’s room, the staff briefing and rest rooms
could accommodate cleaning staff also.
Furthermore, this unit will need to be near to the toilets, service lifts and stair/lifts/escalators.
Space Requirements:
Schedule of accommodation: To be determined.
Design Capacity requirements: To be determined.
1,500m2 will adequately cover a minimum capacity of 50 workstations.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Office spaces need to be flexible and adaptable to changing user requirements. They must be accessible for disabled staff
and visitors.
6.2.2 First Aid/Changing Rooms
Core Function:
These spaces are an essential requirement of the building. A comprehensive first aid service must be provided for both staff
and visitors. First Aid rooms should house a bed, locked supply cabinet, toilet and washbasin, adequate and appropriate
waste disposal system (i.e. bodily fluids) and room for patient, first aider and patient’s attendants.
Changing facilities are required for adults and carers who may require this facility in relation to accessible toilet facilities.
Staff changing facilities for motor/cyclists will need to be made available elsewhere as a separate facility with lockable
changing rooms including shower facilities to provide adequate space for individuals to change their clothing including
space for mirror and chair. Particular attention to the health and safety of users and ease of cleaning (surgical and general)
are also important. Pairs of rooms should be able to break down into one larger room.
Relationship + Connections:
Accessible from public foyer area and close to entrance. Accessible by paramedic team/ambulance or other vehicles. Close
to security surveillance. Close to ATM, toilets and accessible toilets, exhibition galleries, service lifts and
stairs/lifts/escalators.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 20m2 gross floor area.
6.2.3 Storage Spaces
Core Function:
This staff-only accessed area will provide a storage facility for programmes and scripts, merchandise and retail items, ticket
stock for the Tate Bristol, stationery items, publicity, first aid stock, display boards and third party equipment and stock for
both organisations etc. For aesthetic and operational reasons storage stock will be limited in the reception area, therefore a
facility that sufficiently caters to this need will be required for both organisations.
This facility should allow for access by couriers and delivery services to either load in directly from the street or from
service lift provision from the loading bays. The area must be secure and safe, with appropriate racking, shelving, access and
retrieval equipment to minimise any health and safety risks for staff.
This space should be easily and safely accessible for staff and be under security surveillance.
Relationship + Connections:
This area does not need to be central to the foyer, but should be reasonably close to reception, service lift and unloading bays
provision for ease of operation.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 20m2 gross area.
6.2.4 Staff Briefing / Rest Rooms
Core Function:
The staff briefing/rest room should adequately accommodate up to twenty-five staff. This area will also serve to
accommodate ancillary staff members such as firemen, ushers and catering/bar staff.
This area should also include secure lockers and a kitchen area. The staff rest room could be adjacent to the cleaner’s room
to accommodate cleaning staff as well.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 20m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: The area should accommodate up to 25 staff.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
In accordance with statutory requirements offices need to be accessible for disabled staff and visitors.
6.3 Facilities Management
6.3.0 Security Operations Introduction
The diverse nature of this building will require a clear understanding and management strategy that will deal with the unique
operational aspects of the building. Some parts of the building are to be open when others will be closed, in particular, the
Conference Rooms, Restaurants and Bar, exhibition areas. Systems should be designed so that areas can operate discreetly:
this includes the security of these areas. The security system should emphasise balance through the appropriate use of staff
and technology. Security should be unobtrusive yet effective.
Clear site lines, no dead legs both inside and out, and well-defined security lines will facilitate a balanced approach to
security. As in any public building, there are a number of threats identified. The theft of stock and equipment, intellectual
property theft, opportunistic crime, disruptive behaviour, anti social behaviour, violent visitors, visitors with mental health
issues and terrorism.
The foyer will play a key role in establishing the system of security to be implemented. It is envisaged that there will be
security presence in the foyer in the form of meet and greet and concierge personnel.
Stock will need to be protected and detection devices incorporated behind the Tate Bristol’s security line discreetly, but with
an ability for a member of staff to challenge if the device is activated.
Specific areas such as the Galleries and storage areas for the Tate Bristol will require an individual approach for a high level
of specialist security.
The security systems must be capable of being modified and added to satisfy future requirements. The security for the Tate
Bristol must meet the highest industry standards.
Core Function:
Fully integrated CCTV office covering monitoring facilities to the complex, Linked back to the BCC and Police Control
Office. It will house the BMS/Fire/ Intruder/ Personal Attack/ Flood and Tannoy System.
Relationship + Connections:
This area should be next to the Services reception(s) and foyer(s).
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size each: approx. 40m2 gross floor area.
6.3.1 Security Interview Room
Core Function:
This room needs to be front of house, in a discreet area near to the foyer. The use will be for customers who are detained and
police interviews.
Relationship + Connections:
This area should be next to the Services reception and foyer.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size each: approx. 20m2 gross floor area.
6.3.2 Secure Storage Area
Core Function:
A secure storage area for small deliveries/packages will be a function of this area. Staff will bank monies: there will be a
requirement for a safe so the office area must be secure.
Relationship + Connections:
Adjacent to Security Control room.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 20m2 gross floor area.
6.3.3 Building Management Services Office
Core Function:
The space will be used by the Facilities Team. These include spaces for the Finance and Administration and some
Management functions for the building. It will include the Facilities Help Desk/Services Reception/Conference Room
Booking Team on site base for contractors, including BMS functions and Controls for the building, Van Drivers, Security
Manager and Onsite Maintenance.
Relationship + Connections:
Adjacent to: Staff Entrance, Loading Bay, Security Control, Goods lift, ICT workshop and store, bib services. Stores, staff
changing rooms, showers for staff, cycle store and Loading Bay Records Management.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 120m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: There would be approx. 8 permanent staff/contractors and 4 hot desk spaces. An office
for back of house visitors for approx. 12 people.
6.3.4 Services Reception/Facilities
Core Function:
This is an area for a helpdesk and management office. The area is designed to be multi-functional in order to carry out a
number of duties whilst servicing reception.
Waiting area will also need to be incorporated.
Relationship + Connections:
Adjacent to the main back of house entrance area.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 30m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: Should support minimal permanent staff.
6.3.5 Staff Entrance Area and Ancillary Spaces
Core Function:
This areas will be the main back of house entrance, they should be able to be standalone so they can be opened when the
Tate Bristol are closed. This area will service the staff and visitor entrance and as such it must be durable for operations with
high traffic. The main controls for BMS/Fire Panels/ Security are to be housed in this area and repeated in an adjacent
security control room.
Relationship + Connections:
Adjacent to Security Control room.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: to be determined
Total size: approx. 100m2 gross floor area
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
ICT and Power supply must be maintained at all times with a UPS back up.
6.3.6 Facilities Management Storage
Core Function:
The Facilities Management store will be the centralised storage area for the Tate Bristol. An extensive list will be produced
through dialogue to produce a definitive list of items to be stored Storage will need to accommodate cloakrooms, furniture
storage and chairs, publication material and internal stationery.
An area will be nominated for skips and recycling bins.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 300m2 gross floor area.
6.4.1 Commercial Retail
Core Function:
Note: This function requires detailed resolution and forms part of an on-going investigation.
Relationship + Connections:
Investigation on-going.
Space Requirements:
Amount: To be determined.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 227m2 gross floor area.
6.4.2 Tate Bristol sales
Core Function:
This area provides the opportunity for independently operated retail. It also provides a possible income stream from Tate
Bristol sales.
Resolution is required for the retail concept through on-going investigation by the client body.
Relationship + Connections:
Catering areas will need to be adjacent and accessible to the Picnic Area.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Size: approx. 250m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Metered service connections will be provided to suit the retail offer requirements. Connection to Fire Alarm, drainage will
also be provided as required.
6.5 Studio Spaces
Core Function:
Tate Bristol provisions of new studio spaces where a wide variety of artists, designers and makers can work in residence
increasing the potential for greater participation and collaboration and attracting new audiences. The new studio spaces will
be designed to ensure maximum flexibility in terms of differing working needs of the artists and designers, whilst also
allowing for personal adaptation in every aspect of its operation. All studios will have a live-in function, allow the artists to
immerse themselves in their work. Studios will be open to the public on specific days.
Relationship + Connections:
The studios will wrap around the outside of the Tate Bristol. As the exhibition galleries themselves do not need natural light,
but the live-in studios do then the studios will be located on the outer circumference of the building and the galleries on the
inner.
Amount: 60
Total size: approx. 25-30m2 each.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
All studios will have access to water, a sink, self-contained bathroom units and a small kitchenette. All units must be fitted
with fire alarms and smoke detectors. All studios to allow for a bed on maisonette floor, therefore the ceiling height must be
at least 4.2 metres.
6.6.1 Exhibition Preparation Space
Core Function:
This space will be used for preparing materials for exhibitions and will need to be immediately adjacent and have access to
the main exhibition spaces and their associated storage space. The space should be a regular shape and flexible with power
availability throughout and with access capable of taking large to extremely large objects.
Relationship + Connections:
(See main exhibition space).
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 275m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
As this space will be used for the preparation of exhibits, which require specific environmental conditions, it is proposed that
the temperature and humidity are controlled in a similar manner to the Main Exhibition space. This will reduce the need for
acclimatization when materials are moved between the two spaces. However, as certain materials may be without display
cases in this area, the temperature band would be reduced to 20degC ±1degC. To comply with the National Heritage Act
1980 the relative humidity, temperature and light levels will be monitored.
6.6.2 Exhibition Storage Space
Core Function:
This space will be used for storing exhibition equipment such as frames, vitrines, lights etc and will need to be immediately
adjacent and have access to the Main exhibition space and associated preparation space. The space should be a regular shape
and flexible with power availability. The space will need to be able to store moveable display modules, frames and display
cases. The frame store will need an efficient racking system.
Relationship + Connections:
Immediately adjacent to main exhibition space and exhibition preparation space.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Total size: approx. 275m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Full climatic control where necessary, adjustable lighting conditions. High level of security required.
6.7.1 Workshops
Core Function:
The workshop area is used for construction, assembly and finishing of all in house produced items for the Tate Bristol. The
artists in residences will have supervised access to these facilities.
Relationship + Connections:
The workshop should be adjacent to staff facilities, goods lift, loading bay, exhibition galleries and studios.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 400m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each working area to have environmental controls. Space must have a minimum height of 6m.
Sound baffles should be included in machine areas. Provision is also needed for adequate ventilation and extract systems
from woodworking/metalworking machines.
6.7.2 Workshop Office
Core Function:
The workshop office is required for staff working in the workshop area.
Relationship + Connections:
The workshop office should be adjacent to staff facilities, goods lift, loading bay, workshop, exhibition galleries and artist
studios.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 11m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each working area to have own environmental controls.
6.7.3 Workshop Tea Room
Core Function:
The tea-room is a staff facility equipped with a kitchen and basic food preparation facilities. The tea-room is principally used
by staff working in the workshop.
Relationship + Connections:
The workshop tea-room should be adjacent to staff facilities, goods lift, loading bay, workshop and exhibition galleries.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 15m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each working area to have own environmental controls.
6.7.4 Design Office
Core Function:
Staff accommodation. Provision for workstation to be made.
Relationship + Connections:
The design office should be adjacent to staff facilities, goods lift, loading bay, workshop and exhibition galleries.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 28m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each working area to have own environmental controls.
6.7.5 Metal workshop
Core Function:
The metal workshop area is used for construction, assembly and finishing of all steel in house produced items for the Tate
Bristol. The artists in residences will have supervised access to these facilities.
Relationship + Connections:
The workshop should be adjacent to staff facilities, goods lift, loading bay, and studio spaces.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 110m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each working area to have own environmental controls. Space must have a minimum height of 5.5m.
Sound baffles should be included in machine areas. Provision is also needed for adequate ventilation and extract systems
from woodworking/metalworking machines.
6.7.6 Wood store
Core Function:
This space will store all wood and woodwork related items.
Relationship + Connections:
The wood store should be adjacent to staff facilities, goods lift, loading bay, workshop, particularly the wood workshop,
exhibition galleries and studio spaces.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 69m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each working area to have own environmental controls.
Sound baffles should be included in machine areas.
6.7.7 Wood workshop
Core Function:
The wood workshop area is used for construction, assembly and finishing of all wood in house produced items for the Tate
Bristol.
Relationship + Connections:
The workshop should be adjacent to staff facilities, goods lift, loading bay, wood store, exhibition galleries and studio spaces.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1
Total size: approx. 68m2 gross floor area
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each working area to have individual environmental controls. Space must have a minimum height of 5.5m. Sound baffles
should be included in machine areas. Provision is also needed for adequate ventilation and extract systems from
woodworking/metalworking machines.
6.7.8 Storage
Core Function:
The storage area is used as necessary support space for the construction, assembly and finishing of all in house produced
items for the Tate Bristol. These are produced mainly in steel and wood. This space should be insulated and lockable.
Relationship + Connections:
The storage area should be adjacent to staff facilities, goods lift, loading bay, exhibition galleries, workshop, and studio
spaces.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 210m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each working area to have own environmental controls.
6.7.9 Changing areas and Lockers
Core Function:
These facilities with service the staff employed throughout the workshop areas.
Relationship + Connections:
The change areas and lockers should be adjacent to staff facilities and workshop.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Total size: approx. 20m2 gross floor area.
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
Each area to have own environmental controls.
6.8.1 Staff Offices
Core Function:
This staff area relates specifically to those functions dealing with the art gallery house management. A total of five office
spaces are required. Three of these offices will accommodate a maximum of eight staff, workstations, desks, filing and
miscellany in each will be required. Of the five offices, the Tate Bristol also requires two multi-purpose offices, which can
be used for visitors, conference organisers and internal meetings.
All staff areas need to be ergonomic and adaptable with good light and ventilation. All need to provide security for staff and
equipment.
Relationship + Connections:
Ideally all the offices would be in close proximity to each other as they provide interdependent services. They must be
located to efficiently support the functions of the staff concerned. The sales manager office could be located next to the
ticket office/sales function (for the featured exhibitions). There is less need for the two other visitor offices to have a specific
location.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 5.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Size: approx. 10m2 gross floor area.
Total area: 50m2 gross floor area.
6.8.2 Staff Offices and Workrooms
Core Function:
This is the general working area for Tate staff – mainly public service. Office rooms and works rooms for various kinds of
activities. The area needs to be flexible and adaptable meeting future changes in organization and developments in
technology. The area should be quiet and comfortable for concentrated working patterns.
Specification of area layout:
• Office desks (large)/ computer workstations.
• Work area (large benches).
• Rest area.
Relationship + Connections:
Adjacent to Reception Area, Open Research Area and Supervised Search Room.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1
Dimensions: to be determined.
Total size: approx. 110m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: up to 20 people.
6.9 Loading Bay
Core Function:
The Loading bay area will be required to serve the Tate Bristol. The function is the safe delivery and dispatch of materials
and parking of vehicles. The space should be designed to enable the safe and efficient loading and unloading, reducing the
need for manual handling so minimising the risk. The area needs to be well lit, ventilated and secure. There will be dedicated
Tate Bristol staff to deal with deliveries, a small secure office area is required for these staff, which must have a clear line of
site for the entire area including the entrance, which must have a security barrier. The Loading Bay should be able to operate
on a standalone basis so it can be operated when the Tate Bristol is closed.
Relationship + Connections:
The loading bay needs to have first line security, so a security presence must be accommodated, this could be incorporated
within the security control function or staff offices. These should be adjacent to Goods Lift, Tate Bristol Workshop, Tate
Bristol Storage/Depository Areas, Exhibition Galleries and Catering Storage
Storage Area.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 2 articulated lorries.
Dimensions: To be determined.
Size: approx. 300m2 gross floor area.
6.10 Sorting Space
Core Function:
Room for sorting the small to medium sized artwork prior to cataloguing or digitisation. The area should be quiet and
comfortable for concentrated working patterns.
Specification of area layout:
• Office desks (large)/ computer workstations.
• Work area (large benches).
• Storage.
• Wide passageways.
Relationship + Connections:
• Immediately adjacent to Cataloguing Area.
• Easy access Loading Bay Area, Storage area, Interim and isolation storage.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: to be determined.
Total size: approx. 50m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: 3 persons.
6.11 Cataloguing Area
Core Function:
The Cataloguing Area is used for the cataloguing of (precious) art works. The area will need to be flexible and adaptable
meeting the future developments in technology. The area should be quiet and comfortable for concentrated working patterns.
Specification of area layout:
• Office desks (large)/ computer workstations.
• Work area (large benches).
• Storage.
• Secure storage (sensitive archival).
• Wide passageways.
Relationship + Connections:
Immediately adjacent to Sorting Area
Easy access to the Loading Bay Area, and Interim and Isolation storage
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1
Dimensions: to be determined.
Total size: approx. 300m2 gross floor area.
Occupancy capacity requirements: up to 8 persons.
6.12 Photographic Office and Cataloguing Room
Core Function:
The Photographic office area is used for the management cataloguing the incoming and outgoing artwork to insure the
condition of the art has not changed since being at the Tate Bristol. The office operates as a facilitator to curatorial projects,
cataloguing, packing and unpacking the incoming and outgoing artwork and the Tate’s collections.
The office will need to be flexible and adaptable meeting the growth and future developments in technology. The area
should be quiet and comfortable for concentrated working patterns.
Specification of area layout:
• Spacious room with: 6 Office desks (large)/ computer workstations / washing area / bookshelves [min. 4m x 2m] / fixed
and portable light boxes / projection facilities.
• Office with 6 computer workstations (separate room).
• Room for ICT / printing room.
• Cataloguing workroom (large benches, 9 x 5m).
• Storage (shelving at least at least 10m x 2m x 1m).
Relationship + Connections:
Adjacent to Cataloguing area
Easy access Loading Bay Area, Interim and isolation storage and exhibition galleries.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1.
Dimensions: to be determined.
Total size: approx. 150m2 gross floor area.
6.13.1 Interim Storage (Clean Room)
Core Function:
Storage room for clean incoming artwork prior to cataloguing, digitisation or storage treatment. Users of the storage are
permanent staff members of the Tate.
Specification of area layout:
• Open area with shelving.
• Wide passageways.
Relationship + Connections:
Easy access to Loading Bay Area (lift), Cataloguing Area, Digital Lab, Photography Office, Cataloguing Area and Storage
Areas.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1
Dimensions: to be determined
Total size: approx. 50m2 gross floor area
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
It is proposed that this area meets the recommendations for environmental conditions for BS 5454 for paper and parchment.
All non-essential building services equipment should be located outside of the storage spaces and services routes should not
pass through storage areas
6.13.2 Interim Storage (Isolation Room)
Core Function:
Storage room for contaminated incoming artwork.
Specification of area layout:
• Open area with shelving.
• Wide passageways.
Relationship + Connections:
Adjacent to Sorting Area
Easy access Loading Bay Area, Interim storage (clean room), Storage Area and Conservation Area
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1
Dimensions: to be determined
Total size: approx. 50m2 gross floor area
Remarks (Specific Requirements):
It is proposed that this area meets the recommendations for environmental conditions for BS 5454 for paper and parchment.
This room should be located at the end of the air-flow to avoid spreading impurities to clean rooms.
All non-essential building services equipment should be located outside of the storage spaces and services routes should not
pass through storage areas.
6.14 Art Depository
Core Function:
The establishment of the Tate goes hand in hand with the development of a design model for the storage, care, deployment
and access to resources. The major objective is to increase efficiency, to cater for user needs, future-proofing and great
presentation and accessibility of resources.
This storage model will result in:
• An efficient management of the stocks.
• A good preservation of stocks, allowing staff to fulfil their new role, i.e. providing (active) service to the visitors.
• Improved physical and virtual accessibility of the stocks.
• Improved self-learning and guided support by presentation in themes and providing links between resources.
Relationship + Connections:
• 8,000 items of art. Including 1,000 on Display therefore 7,000 in the storage depository.
• Need for active stock management.
• Efficient storage, which meets the need of the art whether it is size or sensitivity to light and temperature.
• Effective and efficient use of staff resources and speed of delivery of art and/or materials to the exhibitions or other
Tate Buildings.
• Located adjacent to Loading Bay, Cataloguing Rooms, and also with easy accessibility to the Exhibition Galleries.
Space Requirements:
Amount: 1
Dimensions: to be determined
Total size: approx. 500m2 gross floor area
7 Strategies
7 Strategies
7.1 Introduction
The technical design of the building will be a response to the challenges defined within this brief and resolved within the
constraints stated within these strategies.
The biggest design issue will be anticipating the future needs of a technologically advanced building that will not be
completed until May 2013. The building will accommodate a wide range of diverse functions that will operate at different
times around the clock.
7.2 Sustainability
7.2.1 General
The environmental performance of Tate Bristol will be inherent in the design.
The design must establish the key sustainability targets for the project have highlighted that sustainability is a priority for
both clients and for the City of Bristol as a whole. This is reflected in the requirement for Tate Bristol to undergo a
BREEAM Assessment to demonstrate its sustainability credentials through a nationally recognised indicator of
environmental building performance.
After gaining a high level appreciation of the client’s sustainability aspirations, it is proposed to develop and integrate these
into the design using the approach outlined below.
7.2.2 The Process
The next step in the process will be to establish detailed sustainability objectives specific to the development.
The outcome of these initial workshops will establish the sustainability aspirations for the developments, which will form a
‘sustainability framework’. The framework records the targets for the project, which will be updated as the project develops.
This tool manages the process and communicates the sustainability targets across all aspects of the design and development.
The framework will set out the project’s aims in terms of performance but not how these aims will be achieved by specific
technologies. The framework will be based around key topics, as well as the City’s sustainable development objectives,
established by Bristol City Council, and national guidelines. These are:
• Energy and CO2 Emissions.
• Sustainable Construction.
• Water.
• Pollution.
• Materials.
• Waste.
• Land Use.
• Ecology.
• Social.
• Health and Wellbeing.
• Transport.
• Innovation in Design.
• Management and Operation.
• Local Planning Policies/ Regulations.
7.2.3 The Components
The sustainability framework will comprise key headings and components, as follows:
7.2.4 Energy and CO2 Emissions
Bristol City Council has stated that one of the key aims of the development is to minimise carbon emissions as far as
possible within the constraints of the project. This will primarily be achieved by incorporating passive design concepts
(Lean), efficient building services (Mean) and where appropriate, utilising renewable and low carbon technologies to further
reduce emissions (Green). Feasibility studies will be undertaken to review possible renewable and low and zero carbon
technologies that can be implemented on the site.
Examples of some of the technologies that will be considered are:
• Ground Source Heat Pumps – Open loop and closed loop, dependant on ground conditions and suitable aquifer.
• Linking into existing city-wide CHP/district heating network.
• Solar thermal.
• Photo Voltaic Panels.
7.2.5 Sustainable Construction
Opportunities for sustainable construction and operation will be identified and agreed with the client. This will include
advice on design and detailing for the construction and registering the project under the ‘Considerate Constructors Scheme’.
These go significantly beyond best practice site management principles.
Water
Opportunities for potable water use reduction, water recycling and reuse will be highlighted and assessed for the
development. Particular attention will be given to the water usage in toilets given the large people flow expected in the new
building.
Materials
Identify opportunities for the use of materials, which are recycled, rapidly renewable, durable, low maintenance, responsibly
sourced and low in embodied energy. Applicable materials will be suggested and investigated.
Waste
A Waste Management Plan that covers waste minimisation, reuse and recycling at all stages of the development will be
produced. The plan will reference procurement policy and the Government’s draft waste management strategy, which sets
targets for recycling or composting of 25% of domestic waste by 2005, 30% by 2010 and 35% by 2015
7.2.6 Realization of Strategy
The concept design Tate report will detail how the objectives and aims of the sustainability strategy can be achieved.
Following establishment of the sustainability framework, a series of sustainability concepts will be developed to guide and
inform scheme design development to ensure the objectives of the charter are met.
The strategies included would generally involve the following key steps:
• Analysis of the project specific conditions and constraints.
• Assessment of likely impacts of project.
• Assessment of potential options for achieving the objectives.
• Assessment of costs, risk and benefits of each approach.
• Recommendations of most appropriate approach(es).
7.2.7 Environment Assessment Method
The project’s sustainable credentials will be measured using the Building Research Establishment’s Environmental
Assessment Method (BREEAM). Under this assessment process Tate Bristol are aiming to achieve a BREEAM ‘Excellent’
rating.
During the Design Stage the following process will be undertaken:
• Register assessment with British Research Establishment (BRE).
• Agree assessment methodology.
• Highlight opportunities for additional BREEAM Innovation credits (opportunity to add an additional 10% onto the final
BREEAM score).
• Advise on progress towards achieving the ‘Excellent’ BREEAM rating.
• Collate information from the project team and prepare initial BREEAM assessment report setting out the route to
achieving the ‘Excellent’ BREEAM rating for the new build element of the development.
• During the design process, provide advice on how to maintain the ‘Excellent’ BREEAM rating when design changes
are proposed that affect the rating.
• Collate final information and prepare formal BREEAM ‘design stage’ interim report for submission to Clients and
ultimately BRE.
• Submit interim report to the BRE.
7.3 Structural & Civil
7.3.1 Structural Engineering
General
The criteria for the design and specification of the structure including structural loadings, analysis, tolerances, materials, fire
resistance, quality control, testing and workmanship shall be as described in the current British Standards, Codes of Practice
and Building Regulations, modified where necessary by specific project requirements.
The design life shall be 50 years as defined in BS 7543.
Superimposed loading requirements
Each part of the structure shall be designed for superimposed loading suitable for its intended use. No allowance shall be
made for increased loading from change of use, unless specifically noted in the brief.
Wind and snow loading
The design wind and snow loads shall be derived from the Codes of Practice current at the time of design. In the absence of
best practice guidance on the effect of climate change on future wind and snow loads, no specific increased allowance
should be made beyond that in current Codes of Practice and Building Regulations.
Corrosion protection of structural elements
Concrete structures should be designed with appropriate mix design and cover to give a design life at least that of the
building.
Steel structures should be designed to have corrosion protection systems appropriate to their location and ease of
maintainability. In general, no structural steelwork should have a life to first maintenance of less than 15 years.
Structures in other materials shall be designed with durability suitable for their location and ease of maintenance.
Movement joints
Structural movement joints shall be kept to a minimum. Where necessary to provide an economic and serviceable structure,
they should be designed and located so that inspection, maintenance and repair is possible during the life of the structure.
Operational
The Building Contract shall require that a structural maintenance manual is produced, which shall include the requirements
for structural inspection and maintenance works over the life of the building.
7.3.2 Civil Engineering
Drainage
Drainage shall be designed to carry surface and foul water from the development to the nearby existing sewage system.
Drainage systems shall be designed in accordance with current British Standards and Codes of Practice, and shall include
sufficient access points to facilitate rodding and jetting from easily accessible locations. The proposed drainage systems shall
meet the requirements of the planning authority, the relevant water authorities and the Environment Agency.
Roads and Hard standings
Roads and hard standings within the site shall be designed to accommodate the anticipated traffic and maintenance vehicle
use. Access from the public highway shall comply with the requirements of the local authority.
7.4 Inclusive Design
General Inclusive Design parameters
7.4.1 The Disability Discrimination Acts
The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) brought in measures to prevent discrimination against disabled people. This
Act was amended, most recently by the Disability Discrimination Act 2005, with further measures introduced to prevent
discrimination against disabled people.
The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) requires that employers, service providers, educational bodies, Public Authorities
in carrying out their functions and transport providers do not discriminate against disabled people.
DDA 2005 introduces the Disability Equality Duty, the aim of which is to ensure public authorities are proactive in respect
of disability equality issues. The intent is that public authorities build in equality between disabled and non-disabled people
from the outset.
7.4.2 Planning Policy Statement 1: delivering sustainable development (PPS1)
The Government released ‘Planning Policy Statement 1: delivering sustainable development’ (PPS1) in 2005 to address the
land-use planning aspects of sustainable development through the planning system, and to deliver on the Sustainable
Communities initiative.
The statement clearly elevates the importance of high quality and inclusive design, placing it at the centre of the
development process and requiring it to be the objective of all stakeholders.
7.4.3 Involvement of user-groups
There should be on-going and structured consultation with and the involvement of disabled people to inform the design of
Bristol and the Tate Bristol, as required by the Disability Equality Duty and Bristol’s own Disability Equality Scheme.
It is good practice and will be of great benefit for the project to involve user groups fully reflecting the diversity of the target
audience, in the development of Tate Bristol.
Consultation should focus on both specific facilities to enable an equitable service as well as the ’culture’ of the building and
how people want it to make them feel.
Inclusive Design will support the on-going and structured consultation and involvement of disabled people throughout the
project delivery and ensure that the issues arising are clearly met.
Issues to consider include:
• Using existing networks and contacts of Bristol City Council including local access panel and those consulted during
the development of the Bristol City Council’s Disability Equality Scheme.
• Ensuring that the diversity of the target audience is fully represented in all consultation including hard to reach groups
such as asylum seekers and refugees, people in care and disabled people from Black Minority Ethnic communities and
other groups of disabled people.
• Ensuring that consultation is fully inclusive of everyone and takes account of their diverse needs. This is particularly
important for disabled people and for people who do not have English as a first language and who are often excluded
from consultation and opportunities to participate.
7.4.4 Security Design Drivers
From the “Functional Specification” the security operational stance is indicated. In addition, a number of locations/activities
requiring enhanced security, or particular measures, are identified. There will need to be a security threat risk assessment
(threat, vulnerability, likelihood and impact) undertaken for the project. However, in advance of this a number of issues can
be assumed (list not exhaustive) that are likely to impact on and influence the security design (in addition to programme,
budget and operability considerations):
Civil contingency – including emergency response.
Incident response, crisis management and business recovery/continuity.
Liaison with emergency services and local authority emergency planners.
Crime reduction strategy – surveillance, control of access and exclusion of ‘nuisance’.
Protection of children and vulnerable persons – probably including consideration of the Office for Standards in Education
requirements.
Loss prevention and prevention of recurrence – including requirements of insurers.
Event management and security treatment for VIP and special occasions held within Tate Bristol.
Management of the complex and concept of operations – including security operations.
Planning – including preparation of the ‘Design and Access’ statement.
Coordination with other disciplines – notably: Fire Engineering, Inclusive Design, People Movement in addition to
Structures and MEP.
7.4.5 Security Design
In developing the security design particular attention should be given to:
SBD (security by design)– the Home Office Initiative, which aims to achieve security by introducing appropriate design
features, that enable ‘natural surveillance and minimise features that provide opportunity for criminal activity (including
terrorism). These features include: secure vehicle parking, adequate lighting of common areas, control of access to
individual and common areas, defensible space, and a landscaping and lighting scheme, which when combined, enhances
natural surveillance and safety and creates clear areas of ownership and responsibility. Embedding security in design in such
a manner also enables security to become ‘transparent’, with mitigation being provided by the building design and layout:
rather than the deployment of obvious security features.
This gives clear guidance as to the generic security issues and also gives general and specific guidance for the following:
• Physical defences.
• Intruder alarms.
• Displays & exhibitions - including asset tagging and tracking.
• Security staffing & CCTV.
• Operating procedures.
• Personal security.
• Children & vulnerable persons.
7.5 Fire Engineering
7.5.1 Introduction
The fire strategy for the entire project must fulfil all statutory life safety requirements as well as the requirements of Bristol
City Council relation to property protection, contents protection and business continuity.
The fire strategy should include appropriate measures to protect:
• Life safety of occupants (Staff and visitors):
• Life safety of fire service personnel during any rescue and fire fighting operations within the building.
• Property.
• Contents.
• Business continuity.
7.5.2 Functional Intentions & Acceptance Criteria
The fire strategy must be developed in order to:
• Minimise the likelihood of a fire occurring.
• Ensure that if a fire does occur in any location that it is detected at the earliest opportunity.
• Ensure that clear and concise directions and warning are given to occupants in the event of a fire.
• Ensure upon fire detection and warning, all occupants within the building are provided with the ability to evacuate
quickly to a place of safety removed from the fire.
• Ensure upon fire detection, response time for the fire service is minimised.
• Ensure upon detection the early activation of installed fire suppression systems.
• Ensure that fire and smoke spread throughout the facility is controlled to acceptable levels.
This should:
• Minimise the risk to occupants.
• Minimise the risk of fire and smoke spreading throughout the building.
• Minimise the damage caused by a fire, or the resultant fire fighting water applied by the fire service.
• Minimise the cost.
• Limit business interruption, or down time caused by any fire.
7.5.3 Reference Documents
The fire strategy for the entire project must meet the functional requirements of the Building Regulations 2000, or any
subsequent revisions that may come into force prior to submission for statutory approvals.
In the preparation of the fire strategy the following documents should be referred to and the recommendations followed for
the relevant and specific areas of the project:
• Approved Document B Volume 2 – Buildings Other than Dwelling houses 2006 Edition or subsequent revisions.
• BS 5454: 2000 Recommendations for the Storage & Exhibition of Archival Documents.
• BS5588-4: 1998 Fire Precautions in Design Construction & Use of Buildings Code of Practice for Smoke Control using
Pressure Differentials.
• BS 5588-5: 2004 Fire Precautions in Design Construction & Use of Buildings Access & facilities for the Fire Service.
• BS 5588-6: 1991 Fire Precautions in Design Construction & Use of Buildings Code of Practice for Places of Assembly.
• BS 5588-7: 1997 Fire Precautions in Design Construction & Use of Buildings Code of Practice for the Incorporation of
Atria in Buildings.
• BS 5588-8: 1999 Fire Precautions in Design Construction & Use of Buildings Code of Practice for Means of Escape for
Disabled People.
• BS 5588-9: 1999 Fire Precautions in Design Construction & Use of Buildings Code of Practice for Ventilation & Air
Conditioning Ductwork.
• BS 9999: 2008 Code of Practice for Fire Safety in the Design, Construction & Use of Buildings.
• BS 7346-4: 2003 Components of Smoke and Heat Control Systems. Functional Requirements & Calculation Methods
for Smoke and Heat Exhaust Systems.
• BS 7346-5: 2005 Components of Smoke and Heat Control Systems. Functional Requirements & Calculation Methods
for Smoke and Heat Exhaust Systems.
• The Fire Protection Association Design Guide for the Protection of Buildings.
• Pace Crown Fire Standards – Fire Standards F1-F7.
• Model National Standard Conditions for P laces of Entertainment and Associated Guidance.
• Guide to Security and Environmental Conditions under the Government Indemnity Scheme, National Heritage Act
1980, Section 16.
7.5.4 Fire Safety Engineering
A fire safety engineering approach offers an acceptable alternative approach to the recommendations of the documents stated
if this is deemed to be appropriate. In preparation of a fire safety engineering approach BS 7974: 2001, or suitable equivalent
should be followed and used.
Where fire safety engineering is to be used the acceptance criteria must be agreed by all key stakeholders at the outset. The
fire engineering approach must meet the agreed acceptance criteria to be deemed suitable for use in the project concerned.
7.5.6 Fire Strategy Documentation
The design Fire Strategy should take the form of a Tate report with all necessary and relevant drawings, illustrations and
calculations. The Tate report and drawings should document the passive and active systems that together form the entire fire
strategy.
Upon completion of the construction stage and prior to handover an “as built” fire strategy report should be compiled and
handed over to the clients for record purposes.
7.5.7 Fire Safety Team & Consultation
The Fire Strategy design for the project should be compiled by a professionally qualified fire safety engineer consultant who
is registered with the Institute of Fire Engineers in the UK, or an equivalent international organisation.
A multi disciplinary fire safety teamwork approach should be adopted for the development of the fire safety strategy. This is
recommended to ensure that most effective fire protection measures are applied which are appropriate to this specific project.
Early consultation with the main stakeholders is therefore essential.
Key stakeholders in this case include:
• Client representatives.
• Client fire safety advisor.
• Authority having jurisdiction.
• Building insurers.
• An appropriately qualified fire safety-engineering consultant.
It is expected that the Fire Safety engineering consultant will chair the fire safety team.
7.5.8 Operational Fire Safety Management & Regulatory Reform Order
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 imposes a general legal duty on the building owners to carry out a fire risk
assessment of the premises upon completion of this project.
In order for the building owners to do this, the design for this project must provide an accurate as built record of the fire
strategy and its related systems. This should also contain all of the necessary operations and maintenance requirements for
the particular systems.
7.5.9 Additional Basic Requirements
The following requirements set out the basic additional requirements to the Building Regulations that must be implemented
in the design of the project
7.5.10 Places of High Fire Risk
The following rooms should be enclosed in 30 minute fire resisting construction as a minimum:
• Stores.
• Cleaners Rooms.
• Workshops.
• Lift Motor Rooms.
• Kitchens.
• Staff Changing & Locker Rooms.
• Plant Rooms.
• Refuse Storage Areas.
• Fire Control Room.
Where the recommendations of relevant statutory documentation suggest a higher period of fire resistance, then this should
be adopted for the areas concerned.
7.5.11 Active Fire Protection Systems
Fire Detection
• A full coverage, early warning, automatic, analogue addressable fire detection system must be installed throughout the
building in accordance with BS 5839-1: 2001.
• The type of fire detectors used should be chosen to be specific to the risks present. A combination of smoke and heat
detectors should be used in appropriate locations throughout the building.
• The fire detection system must be interlinked with an autodial facility for alerting the fire service in the event of fire.
• The cause and effect schedule and evacuation procedure to be adopted requires to be agreed with the building owners
and users.
Fire Warning Systems
• A live and directive public address voice alarm system in accordance with BS 5389-8: 1998 should be installed
throughout the new building.
• Flashing warning beacons should be installed throughout the building for warning of occupants with hearing difficulty.
• Informative fire warning and directional signage should be installed between the differing areas of the building.
Fire Suppression
• The building should be protected with an appropriate form(s) of automatic fire suppression in accordance with BS EN
12845: 2004 and other relevant standards. The choice of fire suppression system used in each area of the building
should be tailored to the use and contents of the spaces concerned.
• The fire suppression measures within the Archive must comply with BS 5454 or be shown to be equivalent.
Fire Control Room
• A fire control room should be provided to house the control and monitoring equipment for all of the active fire safety
systems.
• It is expected that the control room will be sited on an external wall with direct communication to outside.
• Where appropriate it would be acceptable to integrate the fire control room with the security control room.
• The fire control room should be enclosed in FR120 construction.
Evacuation Lifts
• Evacuation lifts must be installed throughout the building as the primary means of vertical evacuation for disabled
occupants.
• Evacuation lifts must comply with the requirements of BS 5588-8: 1999.
Disabled Refuge Two Way Communication Systems
An electronic system of 2 way communication in emergency conditions must be provided in every escape stair throughout
the building. The location of the system within the staircase should be confirmed by the designers.
Fire Fighting Requirements
Fire fighting access and facilities should be installed as per the requirements of Approved Document B and BS 9999: 2008.
Secondary Power Systems
All active fire safety systems must be provided with a suitable emergency back up power supply in case of failure of the
primary supply.
First Aid Fire Fighting Measures
Portable fire extinguishers should be installed throughout the building in accordance with BS 5306-Part 8 to tackle small
incipient fires. A range of extinguisher types should be installed to cover the various types of fire risks present within the
premises e.g. water, CO2, dry powder, and fire blankets should be grouped at fire points in conspicuous locations sited
alongside escape routes. All extinguishers should comply with BS EN3. Fire points should be located such that they may be
reached in 30m travel from any point within the building. In conjunction with this fire equipment, signage should be
installed to give general instruction / direction on the use of the various fire extinguishers.
In accordance with BS 7937: 2000 Class F portable extinguishers should be located within Kitchens.
7.6 Building Services
Services within the Tate Bristol are generally comprised of the following and in accordance with the Core principles provide
a flexible solution for the client wherever possible:
• Heating (including warm air, underfloor heating, radiators, etc.).
• Cooling (including cool air, chilled beams, underfloor cooling, etc.).
• Ventilation (including natural ventilation , Air Handling Units, smoke ventilation, localised extract ventilation, etc.)
• Power.
• Data/Comunications (cabling and containment only).
• Lighting (including General & Emergency, Decorative, Scene Setting, etc.).
• Security (CCTV, Intruder Alarm, Access Control, etc.).
• Public Health (including sanitary, plumbing and drainage installations).
With continued emphasis on Energy Efficiency in Buildings, and with new Energy Performance Certificates required for all
non-domestic buildings from 1 October 2008, it will be important to ensure that all new systems and services being
introduced to Tate Bristol are designed, installed and maintained with this in mind.
The Heating, Cooling and Ventilation installations shall be zoned where practical in order to provide greater control in
individual areas throughout the building. Natural Ventilation shall also be exploited where possible.
A new Building Energy Management System (BEMS) shall be used to help setup, adjust and maintain design parameters for
all of the above systems, and shall assist the end user in monitoring overall energy use. The BEMS shall also perform fault
indication and diagnostic functions for certain items of plant. This should help reduce maintenance and plant down-time and
will ultimately save energy, time and money. All power distribution boards, control panels and large items of plant will be
separately metered. These meters will be linked to the BEMS from which they can each be scrutinised to gain useful
information on power usage. Sub-metering will be designed in accordance with guidance in Chartered Institute of Building
Services (CIBSE) TM39. Consideration will be given to the integration of a new BEMS with the existing software protocols
used by Bristol City Council.
Lighting control will be optimised by the use of daylight linking the presence detection switching to reduce energy
consumption.
In storage and exhibition areas with rigid environmental control requirements high thermal mass and reduced air infiltration
shall be utilised to promote environmental stability and minimise energy consumption. The use of materials with high
thermal and hygroscopic capacity will be considered in these areas where possible. However, it is unlikely that passive
measures alone will be able to achieve the environment conditions recommended in BS 5454, so these areas will likely be
heavily serviced.
The requirements for some art material to be stored at relatively low temperatures (some as low as -5ºC) under the
recommendations or BS 5454, will require an alternative method of cooling to the district CHP scheme proposed.
The internal environment of the Gallery Space shall be designed to American Society for Heating, Refirgeration and Air
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Class of Control AA. This will provide a suitable compromise between the integral
conditions required for exhibits and visitors. It is proposed that exhibits that require different environmental conditions
would be stored within conditioned display cases with inbuilt humidity, with temperature and light levels monitored.
The requirement for any resilience in the building services serving these areas is to be confirmed. The main considerations
arising when adding resilience are capital cost, maintenance, plant space requirements and risk.