THE JOHN SMITH AWARD FOR
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THE NICHOLSON INSTITUTE, LEEK Copper Contractor: Norman & Underwood Architect: Staffordshire County Council & Donald Insall Associates Main Contractor: Sandy & Co (Contractors) Owner: Staffordshire Couny Council |
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| The copper roof surmounting the cupola of this William Morris inspired building
also needed replacement due to failures generated by its detailed design as if a lead
roof. The new roof is an exact replica but incorporating detailing modifications to
prevent further failures. The award recognises this as a beautifully executed eample of copper in roofing. The traditional skills used complement the architect's research into resolving the problems posed and care with the design of detailing. |
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