Jubilee Sports Centre – University of Southampton
The successful completion of this new outdoor space at the Jubilee Sports Centre. Enhancing the overall user experience with functional, durable and contemporary street furniture
The University of Southampton’s new Jubilee Sports Centre required external furniture for an outdoor seating area that would withstand the elements and high foot traffic.
The furniture needed to match the architectural style of the new sports centre, be functional, and adhere to a specific budget.The client requested a range of furniture, including curved benches, round tables, and individual stools that was freestanding enabling the items to moved around if required.
With functionality, durability, and aesthetics as top priorities, we designed a suite of street furniture that would integrate well into the modern, vibrant atmosphere of this new building
The materials chosen were galvanised steel, powder-coated for protection, paired with FSC-certified Iroko hardwood, a durable and sustainable timber ideal for external use.
The curved benches were designed to encourage group interaction and create flexible seating arrangements offering both comfort and visual continuity. The radius was perfectly designed to follow the curves of the round tables allowing multiple combinations depending on the group size.
One of the primary challenges was creating free-standing furniture that would remain stable without being permanently fixed to the ground. Since the sports centre’s outdoor spaces would be highly trafficked, the furniture needed to be heavy enough to resist tipping or moving while still being functional and comfortable.
The final furniture pieces were delivered and installed at the Jubilee Sports Centre on time and within budget. The curved benches, round tables, and individual stools created flexible, inviting outdoor spaces for students, staff, and visitors to relax, socialize, or study.
The University of Southampton expressed its satisfaction with the project’s outcome, noting the high-quality finish and durability of the furniture.The successful completion of this project added value to the outdoor spaces at the Sports Centre, enhancing the overall user experience with functional, durable, and attractive furniture.
