Matthew Moss High School is a mixed secondary school in Rochdale, Manchester and also operates the Matthew Moss Sports Centre which offers facilities to the local community as well as for pupils. As part of the school’s refurbishment plans, we were approached by Define Architects to deliver a complete washroom supply of the school’s existing toilet facilities in the main school building and sports hall.
The project involved a comprehensive refurbishment of key washroom areas including: a girls and boys toilet block, sports hall washrooms, and dedicated male and female staff toilets. The aim was to modernise and enhance the privacy of these spaces that are in keeping with the school’s colours and design preferences.
We supported Define Architects to meet the school’s need for student privacy whilst providing an upgraded washroom solution. Our specification team worked with them to help specify the right materials for the scheme and found the perfect shade of laminate to match the school’s colours. Alongside this, we provided accurate drawings that aligned perfectly with the project’s expectations and specifications.
Force Privacy Cubicles were specified with vibrant blue doors in Peacock by Greenlam, complementing the light woodgrain colour of the pilasters and partitions in Banian Blanchi (B100) by Polyrey. These cubicles were complemented by powder-coated nickel ironmongery, for durability and a contemporary aesthetic.
Across all washroom areas, hinged and lockable Duct Panel System were specified. Made from Compact Grade Laminate (also known as SGL), it is a sleek and durable solution that conceals the cistern and pipework, making it ideal for school environments.
Laminate vanity units were also selected in the same peacock blue and light wood scheme, featuring semi-recessed basins. Also fabricated from CGL, they offer moisture and impact resistance for extended durability and can withstand constant daily use from students.
The final result is a refreshed and striking washroom scheme that meets the practical needs of the school’s staff and students. The washrooms are designed to be vibrant and durable, accommodating continuous use over the years.
“Working with CCS was a fantastic experience. Based on the client’s specific requirements for the washrooms to be open plan whilst ensuring safeguarding to the pupils was a priority presented several design challenges.
Working closely alongside us, a bespoke approach to the fixing of the system was therefore designed in a very short time period over the summer holidays. During this time CCS were extremely diligent and efficient to ensure a contemporary bespoke system was delivered on time and to a very high standard.”
Gavin Watts, Founding Director of Define Architects
Union House, Unit 2A,
Altrincham Business Park,
Stuart Road, Altrincham, Manchester, WA14 5GJ
