PROJECTS

Mardel were asked to furnish an ICT/Language classroom and two adjoining offices with new desking and storage facilities. After an initial visit a prototype desk for the classroom was manufactured to the customers specific requirements. Once accepted, Mardel kept within strict delivery and installation deadlines to complete the job. Brendan Murphy - ICT Co-ordinator said "From the early design stages through to the finishing touches Mardel have been an excellent company to work alongside. Even with the schools tight deadlines and complex design Mardel delivered exactly what we had hoped for and more. The constant line of communication with the project manager and the installers ensured that we were always kept up to date. Thanks to the success of this, and other projects carried out by Mardel, we will be working with them again."

Mardel School Interiors have recently completed the refurbishment of the Sixth Form study and common room facilities at King Edward VI School, Stratford-upon-Avon, one of the oldest schools in England and famed for its connection to former pupil, William Shakespeare. New study desks and common room seating were specifically designed to meet the schools particular requirements. Mardel also project managed the redecoration and new flooring for all five rooms. School Bursar, Mike Hawley said ‘We enjoyed outstanding service from Mardel. Work was completed within the agreed timescale, on budget and to the highest standard, transforming the 6th Form common room and creating a bespoke study area, both of which are contemporary yet thoroughly robust.’

Haddon Primary commissioned Mardel to design a new reception office. This included new work surfaces and bespoke storage wall. 
Jean Key, School Business Manager, said "Following an extension at school to provide new office facilities we chose Mardel School Interiors to plan and fit the office interior.  I am pleased to recommend their service – all the work was carried out when planned, to a high standard and by a very friendly workforce.  We are delighted with the result and are receiving many favourable comments from visitors to school."

Last month, Mardel completed a full furniture re-fit of nine classrooms in the school. The brief included: • Removal of all existing furniture • New designs for fitted multi-purpose storage runs comprising of open bookcases, cupboards and tray units • Fitted storage wall specially designed to incorporate general storage and individual bag and coat locations for pupils • Modular twin desk pods were designed to include built in storage with easy to use lift up lids. Different heights were manufactured suitable for the two individual age groups in class • New sink and worktop in each classroom • New teacher workstations • New reception soft furniture Working to a tight summertime deadline, Mardel completed the whole project within a two week time slot and to budget.

Bordesley Green Girls School's new Business & Enterprise Centre was officially opened in May 2006. Mardel had previously tendered for the design, supply and installation of all loose and fitted furniture. The design and layout demands were for optimum occupancy levels and sufficient storage facilities. Mardel furnished four classrooms, two ICT suites (with fitted worktops), three offices, the reception and store rooms. A carefully chosen range of furniture was complimented by matching bespoke joinery where required. Linda Driscoll, Centre Coordinator said; "We found Mardel to be efficient, professional and very flexible in responding to our requirements. They also worked with us to draw up designs and made suggestions for appropriate equipment. I have no hesitation in recommending them for similar projects".

Robert Shaw Primary Schools new dining area was designed to accommodate sittings of up to seventy pupils. To make best use of available space, perimeter benching was fitted along suitable walls supported by stylish 60mm diameter tubular legs in silver. These legs were adjustable to allow for the uneven floor. Fully welded steel framed tables were planned out in the remaining space. This allowed flexibility, creating the option for different table layouts. The table & benching tops were manufactured using 25mm MFC wood. Our fully qualified joiners cut around pillars and radiators to provide a first class finish. Mardel always use matching beading to cover exposed edges.

The school asked Mardel for design and layout ideas for its library to provide a fresh modern environment that would appeal to the children. A new ITC suite and reception counter were the main requirements. Our proposal not only met a tight budget but benefitted the school providing more furniture than they had expected to be able to afford. The library space was compromised by an existing support pillar in the middle of the room. Mardel overcame this problem by building an eight unit modular pod around the pillar. Lockable CPU cupboards were supplied to improve security and desk mounted screens were added to define pupil areas. The new reception counter was designed to comply with DDA legislation, having a low level access area alongside the standard height. The school chose a fresh Japanese Ash look with brushed silver legs and matching porthole covers. The school had a tight deadline but Mardel was able to complete the project from initial meeting to installation in just two weeks. Ian Wilks, Deputy Head said; "The quality of the furniture and efficiency of installation was excellent. We have subsequently used Mardel for further requirements".

Following Mardel's fit out of the new music teaching block the schools new facilities are proving to be a great success. The building comprises some thirty plus rooms and accomodates over two hundred pupils. In addition to all of the standard desksand chairs, Mardel designed bespoke workstations for the music production rooms. Mardel's expertise within the educational interiors market made it possible to complete a demanding project on time and within budget. Mr Alex Mitchell - Director of Music said; "We are delighted with the design and layout of our new ICT facilities here at the new joint music school at the Loughborough Endowed Schools. the quality of the fitting and finish is excellent".

Part of Hollygirt’s major summer refurbishment included refits for the Design & Technology and Music rooms. Mardel were asked to redesign these areas to make the most of available space. As the building is of Victorian design the rooms required precise planning and design to fit with modern educational requirements. The D & T room was designed with fitted worktops with island units to provide adequate work areas. Formica was chosen for long term durability. Unsightly recesses were made into fitted cupboards to optimise storage potential.
The music room was redesigned to provide workstations capable of accommodating both music and computer keyboards.

A complete refurbishment was required for Canterbury Cross’s main administration office.
Key design and planning elements included the provision of a designated work area for each administrator, maximum storage capacity and document collating areas. Work surface was optimised by precise fitting of furniture against available wall area with additional storage supplied by overhead wall mounted bookcases. Hawk Furniture’s robust, cost effective Giorgio range in Beech was chosen for a fresh contemporary look.