Atlas Works

2025

This recent project transformed existing ground and first floor spaces at Atlas Works into a modern youth training facility. We were delighted to work on this refurbishment, commissioned by Nacro, and designed to support skill development, creative learning, and personal growth for young people in the community.

The aim was to create a safe and inspiring environment which could be flexible enough to accommodate a variety of training programmes. By working closely with Nacro, we delivered a space that balances functionality, accessibility, and aesthetic appeal, for youth education and engagement.

The Brief

Nacro’s brief was to upgrade and restructure the existing ground and first floor of Atlas Works to establish dedicated youth training facilities. The project focused on improving capacity, creating specialist learning spaces, and ensuring the environment was inclusive and youth-friendly.

Key requirements included:

• Converting existing spaces into flexible classrooms and workshops
• Installing specialist learning areas, including a state-of-the-art kitchen and practical workshops
• Redecorating the facility to create a bright, welcoming, and inspiring atmosphere
• Building a new framework around the entrance atrium to improve visibility, usability, and branding
• Supporting safe and accessible movement throughout the building

The brief emphasised that the refurbishment should deliver a facility that is practical for learning while being engaging and motivating for young people.

Our Approach

Space Conversion and Layout Optimisation

The first stage of the project involved a detailed assessment of the existing ground and first floor layouts. We worked with Nacro to reconfigure the spaces, creating open classrooms to increase capacity and provide a variety of training options.

Structural adjustments were made to ensure the new layout was flexible, allowing rooms to be used for multiple purposes and adapted as needs evolve. 

Specialist Learning Spaces

A key element of the refurbishment was to create specialist learning areas. Our team installed a state-of-the-art kitchen for practical culinary training and dedicated workshop spaces for hands-on learning. All fittings, finishes, and layouts were carefully considered to support effective learning experiences.

Redecoration and Inspirational Design

To make the facility more youth-focused, the redecoration programme across both floors, used colour, lighting, and finishes designed to create a welcoming and energetic environment. Walls, ceilings, and floors were treated with durable materials suitable for high-use areas, while branding elements helped reinforce the facility’s identity.

Entrance Atrium Framework

As part of the upgrade, a new framework was built around the entrance atrium. This improved visibility for visitors and provided a functional space for staff and students to gather.

The atrium now acts as a focal point for the facility, providing an accessible and welcoming first impression as you enter the building.

Project Highlights

• Creation of open classrooms and flexible learning areas to increase capacity
• Installation of specialist learning spaces, including a state-of-the-art kitchen and practical workshops
• Full redecoration to create a bright, inspiring, and youth-focused environment
• Construction of a new entrance atrium framework to enhance visibility, branding, and usability
• Comprehensive refurbishment of both ground and first floors, ensuring compliance, safety, and long-term durability

Outcome

This refurbishment has transformed the building into a modern and functional youth training facility. Nacro now has a space that supports creative learning, practical skill development, and personal growth for young people. M2 Construction delivered a refurbishment that meets the needs of staff and students, while enhancing the community impact of Atlas Works. Get in touch with us HERE to chat to the team about a similar project.