The redevelopment of Edinburgh College of Art is progressing in phased stages across its Lauriston campus, enhancing facilities to meet evolving needs. Initial refurbishment include the Fire Station, Stables, and Hot Works. Future phases will involve the creation of new studio spaces. New maker spaces will be rationalised and co-located in the hubs around the campus. Specialist media facilities will also be created to accommodate the Reid School of Music. The central quad will be re-landscaped and the car park in front of the Hunter Building will also be replaced.The redevelopment project at Edinburgh College of Art continues to make steady progress, with works being delivered in carefully planned phases across the Lauriston campus. The programme forms part of a wider ongoing investment in the campus environment and facilities, helping to ensure that the estate continues to support the evolving needs of students, staff and visitors both now and into the future.The first phase of the project, which includes the refurbishment and redevelopment of the Fire Station, former Stables block and Hot Works spaces, is now approaching completion. These works have focused on the enhancement, refurbishment and reconfiguration of existing accommodation, creating improved and more adaptable spaces for teaching, learning and day-to-day campus activity. Alongside these completed elements, works are also continuing within the Evolution House building, where refurbishment and improvement activities remain underway. In addition, further works within the central courtyard area are planned to follow as the next stages of the programme progress. These upcoming phases will continue to build on the improvements already delivered across the site.Overall, the redevelopment project continues to support the long-term use, accessibility and flexibility of the Edinburgh College of Art campus. Through the phased delivery of improvements and refurbishment works, the project aims to enhance the overall campus environment and improve the experience for students, staff and visitors alike. This article was published on Monday 5 August 2024
