A new Conference Facility created by introducing a mezzanine floor over the whole footprint of a disused banking hall, doubling the floor area and bringing considerable added value to a space with no prior practical use.

The salient architectural features of the Grade I listed interior were recognised, retained and highlighted in creating a 180 seat raked auditorium. State of the art facilities include interactive multi plasma screens, as well as translation facilities at the upper mezzanine level. Access is by two new staircases: one grand stair, the other for escape and ancillary services access. Full technical facilities within the auditorium cater for committee meetings, lectures, presentations, press conferences etc.

Support spaces include a reception area with cloakroom and toilet facilities for visitors, and a reconfigurable conference breakout area serviced by a fully fitted office and catering facility.