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Client

Culham Science Centre

Contractor

Kier Construction

The Project

Owned and managed by the UK Atomic Energy Authority, Culham Science Centre combines publicly funded research into fusion power and innovation in science with commercial technology to provide a powerhouse of high-tech enterprise in Oxfordshire.

The newly developed fusion building opened in October 2022. It houses employees working in UKAEA’s H3AT, Fusion Technology and STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) departments. Fusion promises to be a safe, low carbon and sustainable part of the world’s future energy supply. As part of the main entrance design, a social seating and outdoor dining area was required for scientists and staff to network and relax during their lunch breaks.

Timber picnic tables with man working
RailRoad steel and timber picnic table and two benches
Timber picnic tables with man working
Timber picnic tables and benches
Planters with integrated timber benches

Project Solution

RailRoad Delta tables and matching benches were the perfect solution, manufactured from triple processed recycled steel and topped with FSC iroko timber slats with UV protection to maintain their colouration over time. We modified our FERN planters to incorporate integrated benches that were placed adjacent to the picnic tables and around the perimeter of the new building - bringing greenery to the new hard landscape - contributing to a positive impact on wellbeing for staff.

A peaceful outdoor space for people to rest, socialise, and work outdoors is a welcomed addition to the building.

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RailRoad Picnic Bench & Table
FERN freestanding planter
FERN planters in a row on a residential street

FERN Freestanding Planter

Client feedback

"We’ve found the best solution to bring the space outside our new fusion building to life."

With Furnitubes' expertise in shaping outdoor spaces, we’ve found the best solution to bring the space outside our new fusion building to life. The RailRoad tables and benches along with the FERN planters make for a more welcoming outdoor space for our staff to enjoy their lunch breaks, contributing to their overall wellbeing.’

Building Manager Culham Science Centre

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