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Brighton College Music School

A modern music pavilion fostering performance and education within a historic school campus

Project Summary

A contemporary pitched-roof music school that enhances Brighton College’s campus identity while placing performing arts at its heart.

Project Details

Client

Brighton College

Location

Brighton, UK

Architect

Eric Parry Architects

Status

Completed - 2016

Consultants

  • acoustic consultant: Gillieron Scott Acoustic Design
  • building services engineer: Skelly & Couch
  • facade engineer: Arup
  • lighting consultant: Arup
  • theatre consultant: Charcoalblue

Awards

  • Civic Trust Awards – Commended, 2017
  • RIBA South East Award – Winner, 2017
  • Sussex Heritage Trust Awards – Public and Community Category Winner, 2016

Project Features

Design Language

  • Pitched-roof pavilion blending modern simplicity with Victorian Gothic massing.

Materials

  • Contemporary structural finishes, integrated acoustic linings, and red-brick forms consistent with the surrounding estate.

Key Features

  • Sarah Abraham Recital Hall with 195 seats
  • Retractable seating and integrated lighting
  • Mechanically operated acoustic wall system
  • Dedicated spaces for music performance and teaching