The seven storey Tamar Tower a prominent landmark on the local skyline has been retained and with the relocation of the Art facilities elsewhere freed up the floor plates allowing the colleges corporate services to be located more centrally within the Campus and reduce the need for learners to travel to the upper floors of the building reducing time wated moving between study areas. New layouts provided the opportunity to utilise natural light deep into the floorplates and create well-proportioned circulation.
The proposed Campus masterplan for the College focuses on enhancing the overall educational experience by rationalizing and improving the existing physical spaces. Key elements of the plan include:
Demolition and Repurposing: The strategy targets the removal of redundant and poorly maintained buildings—particularly those from the 1950s through the 1970s—that are no longer functional for educational purposes.
Space Utilization: By repurposing underutilized areas within existing buildings such as Trelawney, Carlyon, Proctor, Union Bar, and Exams Hall, the College aims to improve space utilization. This will allow for a more effective learning environment.
Co-locating Curriculum Areas: The plan facilitates the relocation of curriculum areas, including Digital Creative Media and Gaming, Art, Hospitality, and Health & Social Care, to create a more compact and connected Campus Hub. This spatial organization is intended to enhance collaboration and accessibility among different departments.
Tamar Tower Centralization: The relocation of Art facilities from Tamar Tower will allow the corporate services of the College to be centralized within the Campus, streamlining access for both staff and students and minimizing unnecessary movement across floors.
Natural Light and Circulation: The redesigned layouts aim to maximize the use of natural light and improve circulation throughout the buildings, providing an inviting and conducive atmosphere for working.