Principal Designer Services for St. Pancras Wires HMS Alice Liddell...
Art Meets Safety: Elevating Art Installations to New Heights at St. Pancras International Station.
About
the Project...
At Know Risk, we had the privilege of collaborating with Highspeed 1 (HS1) to enhance the artistic ambience at the iconic St. Pancras International Station—a Grade 1 listed building. Our team offered expert Principal Designer services, ensuring that various art installations suspended from the famed Barlow Shed roof and Extension Roof were not only beautiful but also safe and secure.
At a Glance...
- Principal Designer for the art installation
- CDM coordination services
- Site safety compliance
What
we did...
Our long-term partnership with HS1 has allowed us to bring a blend of art and safety to the revered halls of St Pancras International. For the HMS Alice Liddell project, we delved deep into our CDM expertise.
Our multi-disciplinary team coordinated closely with the artist, structural engineers, and installation designers to make sure that the artistic vision was not compromised while ensuring the installations' structural integrity.
Project
Challenges...
The challenges were manifold—starting with the high-profile nature of the project in an equally high-profile location. We had to navigate complex considerations like preserving the artist's creative freedom, securing the structural components of the artwork, and getting approvals from Historic England for the Grade 1 listed building. Regular communication with St Pancras representatives was also crucial to avoid any delays.
How we overcame these challenges:
- Collaborative Approach: Worked hand-in-hand with the artist to understand and implement CDM principles within the artwork design.
- Strategic Planning: Coordinated with structural engineers and installation designers to confirm the load-bearing capacity of the suspension area.
- Future-Proofing: Recommended that the established connection points be retained for future installations, thereby streamlining the design process for upcoming projects.
Connect with us...
Your safety is our utmost priority. Let's collaborate and craft solutions tailored to your needs. At Know Risk UK, we're here to guide, support, and ensure your projects thrive in the safest environment possible.