Innovation and Research Facilities – University of Liverpool
Transformative Partnership
The ongoing 3-year strong partnership with Krol Corlett Education team and the University of Liverpool exemplifies a successful collaboration between construction expertise and academic innovation.
Each of these individual refurbishment and renovation projects below demonstrate a fusion of expertise, innovation, and dedication.
And, overall, they are a great example of Krol Corlett’s commitment to helping shape the future of the next generation.
Nature of Works
Materials Innovation Factory (MIF)
Krol Corlett delivered a flawless refurbishment of 11,600m² of office and laboratory space in the award-winning MIF. The project, completed in just 10 weeks, demanded precision to accommodate cutting-edge technology within a flexible, innovation-driven environment.
Oliver Lodge
Our education team extended and refurbished the building to create new Optics Labs, including ceilings, floors, partitions, and blackout blinds—providing an ideal space for advanced research. Close collaboration with the University Estates team ensured smooth delivery.
Value: ~£750k | Duration: 14 weeks
The Chadwick Building
Comprehensive internal and external refurbishment included new roofing, canopies, sound-blocking screens, lighting, mesh cladding, and lightweight polystyrene ramps.
Value: ~£900k
Mathematical & Science Building
Upgrades included a new roof, edge protection, and improved rainwater systems, enhancing safety and long-term structural integrity.
Estates Management: “The advancements made in the past three years by Krol Corlett have helped elevated the University of Liverpool’s reputation as a leading institution for innovation and research”.
Impact
Our team played a pivotal role in crafting the outdoor areas as well. Through thoughtful landscaping, these communal spaces were transformed into collaborative and serene environments. An engaging art installation featuring umbrellas added an aesthetic touch, enriching the ambiance and fostering creativity.
The revitalised research facilities, laboratories, buildings and public spaces stand as a testament to this joint endeavour.