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October 2009
Dunraven School Sports Hall scoops prestigious award!

Dunraven Sports Hall

Innovative, sustainable, and eyecatching are just some of the words that have been used to describe the new sports hall at Dunraven School in South West London...

Whilst it has already proved a success amongst the pupils, construction industry experts have been impressed too, and at this years prestigious Brtish Construction Industry Awards, Dunraven School Sports Hall scooped the award for best 'Small Building Project' and was shortlisted in seven other categories.

Designed and built by Container City (a division of Urban Sapce Holdings ) in colaboration with SCABAL Architects and Furness Engineering, the sports hall uses recycled shipping containers to create 8,208m3 of space that is used as a four court sports hall, viewing gallery, changing rooms and and office over two floors.

"We are delighted that this small, yet sustainable building has been recognised for its creative design and commitment to using recycled products" said Eric Reynolds,  Managing Director of Container City.

More Information: Containercity.com/Dunraven-Sports-Hall