TBA24: Robin Dods Roof tile Award Winner - John XXIII College

John XXIII College
Architect: TRCB
Builder: Crothers Construction
Manufacturer: Bristile Roofing
Product Used: Terracotta Roof Tiles - La Escandella Planum Roja
Building Contractor: Bristile Roofing
Photography Credits: Acorn Photo - Rob Frith
The completion of Stage 1 of the campus master plan at John XXIII College (JTC) marks significant developments to the institution's infrastructure. Noteworthy enhancements include a reimagined entrance, strategically relocated buildings, and state-of-the-art administrative facilities designed to foster staff development and well-being. Additionally, the redesigned library now serves as a dynamic hub for student engagement, featuring versatile spaces and modern amenities. A consistently applied material palette of blockwork and terracotta tiled roofs, consistently detailed, affords the campus a valued uniformity. The architects reimagined the use of these materials for the new and refurbished buildings of this project, to provide a new fine-grain to the College’s infrastructure. This project underscores the architects' dedication to providing a modern and dynamic educational environment, ensuring continued excellence in its delivery of quality education for the community. The successful delivery of this project was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the JTC community, including students, staff, and parents, whose input was invaluable throughout the design process. Together, a space has been created that inspires learning, fosters creativity, and upholds the College's esteemed legacy.