Innova Design

Urmston Grammar School New 'Hot Corners' ® Monochrome Laboratory

'Wow factor!' The two words used to describe what the Science faculty wanted from their new showcase laboratory. Having already been a client of Innova's the staff at Urmston knew the company could deliver.

• A Hot Corners ® Design providing a flexible working space for both practical and theory sessions.
• A re-orientated room to ensure short lines of communication and hence an easier space to manage
• A striking monochrome scheme utilizing hard wearing solid surfaces (LG Hi Macs) and aluminium and chrome fittings
• An inspirational space for staff, students and parents!

"Innova delivered from design through to installation, providing us with a fantastic science suite - inspirational rooms with a real WOW factor and all within the agreed budget.

Mr M Spinks, Head Urmston Grammar School

Kings School, Chester, Laboratories

Complete science department refurbishment - 3 mixed science laboratories over a period of two years - repeat business

• The project included design, manufacture and installation, all project management  and required ground works Electrical, Plumbing, Gas and Flooring and minor building works
• 'Wing' design laboratories were installed using Trespa surfaces, non slip safety flooring and a complete decoration

Urmston Grammar School Biology Laboratory

• Innova delivered an inspirational, modern space
• Flexibility - for both practical and theory
• An inclusive design - short lines of communication
• Easy space to manage - no students with back to teacher
• Applauded by both students ('funky design') and teachers (fabulous working environment') alike
• An inspirational space on-time and to budget

Urmston Grammar School Science Auditorium

• Innova was briefed to create an inspirational space to promote science within the school and a talking point / WOW factor
• From a small and under used space of only 7 x 8 metres a Science Theatre was designed and installed to seat 50+ students
• The professional lecture theatre was designed with a central teachers desk with full services to allow experiments to take place whilst students take notes
• The space has been so successful that it now also hosts lectures, guest speakers, visitors and evening meetings

  "The new rooms are fabulous and very well received by staff and students alike. The whole project was completed in under six weeks - all working in term time."

Nikki Trbojevic, Director of Art, Stockport School

 "We use Innova for their friendly service. Over four major refurbishment projects in the last 12 months, they have demonstrated a high standard of quality of work and pride in providing a professional service."

Phil Maynard, Site Manager, Mossley Hollins High School

Sale Grammar School

• Complete refurbishment of main students toilets including full IPS Panelling System -
• All services hidden and vandal resistant
• Durable, easy maintenance finishes
• Modern wash stations to promote hand washing

Altrincham College of Arts IT / Media Lab

• An inspiring space to promote the new media diploma was required by the college
• The new building needed a stunning, creative space to allow the college to show off their lead credentials
• Tooth design' desking was created to ensure maximum space for both students and the new Apple Mac computers
• A centre conference table allows both group work and project studies
• Solid surfaces in black and white were used for both longevity and aesthetic appearance
• Storage within the designs ensures security for cameras and other media

"High quality finishes, on time and within budget...we are extremely happy with Innova."

Rosemary Speakman, Bursar, Mossley Hollins High School

Tithe Barn Primary School

Tithe Barn School created a new build Global Citizen Centre (GCC) to include an ultra modern IT suite, with additional quiet zones and an interactive lecture area. Innova played a large part in the design and layout for interior fittings and fixtures.

• Innova designed innovative custom workstations for the new IT suite, housing new flat screen monitors and hidden fixtures.
• Each unit was designed to encourage interaction with an individual self learning approach.
• A dedicated area for special needs was also part of the overall design; this took the form of two separate pc areas and quiet zones to assist with learning.
• The seating was designed to be easily adjustable to different heights by simply removing the seat and turning the frame through 90 degrees. See image 2
• The result is a fun and dynamic learning environment that is the envy of nearby schools.

"Innova provide a superb all round package and I highly recommend them to any company wishing to redesign their working space"

Mr T Buckley, Head Master, Tithe Barn School

Stretford High School Learning Resource Room

• A productive but inspirational space was specified by the head of Stretford High.
• Flexible i.e. a space to accommodate a number of teaching styles - individual learning, group work, peer assessment etc
• The combination of interactive technologies and fresh contemporary styling has proved to be very successful.

Flixton School for Girls Food Technology Room

The school required a dual purpose space that could be used for both practical and theory based work for the refurbishment of an existing textiles room. Innova created a 'bay' design to enable students to carry out practical work in their 'own' area, hence ensuring easy room management.

All utilities (gas, electrical and water) to the room were managed by Innova thus ensuring adequate supply and performance with all services hidden to improve health and safety.

Use of hard wearing Trespa and aluminium accents to the furniture and stainless steel appliances gave a professional kitchen feel to a once dull space.

"It was extremely easy working with Innova. We were working under very tight timeframe and budget and Innova delivered as promised. The designs were excellent, in particular the hair salon which is turning out to be our school showcase. Any concerns that I had during the process were dealt with promptly and efficiently. Communication prior to and during the works was excellent. The Innova representatives were extremely knowledgeable and provided guidance on specific areas in line with health and safety regulations. I felt totally confident in their ability throughout the projects.

I would not hesitate to consider using Innova for future projects within the school."

Ruth Bancroft, Business Director, Flixton Girls School

Sale Grammar School Food Technology

Innova designed, manufactured and fitted the furniture, fixtures and fittings (FF&e) for this large Food Technology space. Trespa surfaces were installed with brushed steel accents providing a modern look and feel. The design provided ample space for both theory and practical sessions and importantly ensured maximum storage space and sinks for washing up.

Flixton Girls School Hair Salon  - Hair and Beauty

A relatively new subject for schools, Hair and Beauty is fast becoming a chosen subject for both BTEC First Certificate and Diploma courses.

Flixton Girls High School decided to introduce both Hair & Beauty and Office Skills not only to increase students confidence, learning and organisational skills but also to enhance their employability in the future.

The new hair salon facility in the Training Ground "is fantastic" and the school's  first cohort of students to follow their Hair & Beauty course are thoroughly enjoying getting to grips with washing and styling!

"The easy to maintain surfaces, quality interiors and energy saving controls have really improved the environment for all."

Pauline Bowden, Head Teacher, Brookhead Primary School

"….a fantastic transformation and all completed within the timescales too."

Andy Ablet, Site Manager, Reddish Vale Technology Centre

Urmston Language Laboratory

Having received several professional quality refurbishments from Innova, the school requested that the same methodology and attention to detail was applied to the language department. 

Multiple groups reciting languages at the same time was a problem solved by creating individual pods using sound deadening materials which worked to reduce sound transference around the room.

Thin net client PC machines were mounted into the furniture to help students visually as well as aurally through the attached headphones. The use of metallic surfaces with bold accent colours and multicultural wall graphics come together to create a modern and practical communal learning environment.

"Ideas and products that work, knowledgeable staff……always on hand to manage the project - thank you for a job well done."

Alice Lees, Bursar, Little Moss School