Welcome to Estates Services
Estates Services has the responsibility for the effective management of the University's physical estate and the delivery of a range of key support services for students, staff and visitors.
Broadly, these responsibilities fall into the following specific areas of activity
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Estates management and legislative compliance.
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Planned and responsive maintenance of the estates.
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Delivery of designated maintenance and development projects.
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Space allocation, space utilisation and overview of timetabling.
The Estates Services team works closely with internal and external stakeholders utilising a balance of internal expertise, whilst having access to a comprehensive team of external consultants and providers.
Architecture with a capital 'A'
Leeds Met's reputation in the world of architecture has been further strengthened after the University scooped a trio of awards at the Leeds Architecture Awards 2010.
Broadcasting Place was crowned the winner in the New Building category, with the judges describing the design as 'architecture with a capital A'. The developer of the estate, Downing, received the award with the architect Feilden Clegg Bradley.
Paul Houghton, Development Director at Downing, commented: "Broadcasting Place was four years in planning and construction and we're delighted to have created something which represents the very best in design, and is certain to become a focal point for the city centre."
The home of the University's Faculty of Arts & Society also came 3rd in the Leeds' Favourite Building shortlist. Leeds Town Hall was the overall winner of the award organised by the Yorkshire Evening Post and voted for by its readers.Hot on the heels of Broadcasting Place to receive commendations in the New Building shortlist were student accommodation block, the Carnegie Village, in partnership with Leeds architect practice Goddard Wybor, and the iconic Rose Bowl, which was noted by the Judges for its use of materials, in particular the light and glass internally. The University received this award with architect Sheppard Robson.
Now in its 24th year, The Leeds Architecture Awards celebrate and encourage excellence in architectural design across the city. The awards aim to promote a sense of pride in the new developments that are reshaping the city. They recognise and reward innovation, sustainability and high quality regeneration schemes.
Director of Estates at Leeds Metropolitan, Sue Holmes, who attended the event along with colleagues Paul Riley, Chris Bailey and Chris Royffe, said: "Broadcasting Place has caught the imagination of the city and its residents as well as creating a fantastic learning space for students and staff. It's a fantastic addition to our University."
