Race Cottam Architects
Entrance elevation of Waverley Medcial Centre showing a steep gabled roof and a facade made of light-colored brick with detailing. The building has narrow vertical windows, dark trim around the entrance, and a contemporary minimalist design with laser cut fretted grey cladding. Solar panels aree installed along the roof ridge. The centre is located in a suburban neighborhood with other homes visible in the background, and there is a paved walkway and some grass in front.Entrance elevation of Waverley Medcial Centre showing a steep gabled roof and a facade made of light-colored brick with detailing. The building has narrow vertical windows, dark trim around the entrance, and a contemporary minimalist design with laser cut fretted grey cladding. Solar panels aree installed along the roof ridge. The centre is located in a suburban neighborhood with other homes visible in the background, and there is a paved walkway and some grass in front.
Waverley Medical CentreRotherham

A high street health centre at the heart of a thriving new community.

Aerial view looking down the new high street with the Waverley Medical Centre on the left. Many people are walking, gathering, or sitting along the central walkway, which includes patches of grass and landscaped areas. The buildings have light-colored roofs and contemporary architecture. Cars are parked in lots along the edges of the complex, and trees border part of the area.
Close-up of the textured brick and brick detailing with a warm beige and tan color palette. The wall features a pattern of protruding rectangular bricks, creating depth and shadow. Narrow recessed windows and a doorway are visible, emphasizing the building’s modern architectural style.
Low-angle looking up at the gable end against a clear blue sky. The facade features recessed windows and geometric architectural details, including an angled protruding window structure near the upper left. The brickwork has a clean, contemporary appearance with subtle variations in tone.
Ground and first floor plans
Project info

The new two-storey medical centre at the heart of Waverley is designed around the needs of its growing community, providing accessible, high-quality primary healthcare for around 6,000 residents.

Located within the new Olive Lane High Street, it strengthens connections between homes, local amenities and employment areas of the advanced manufacturing district, supporting everyday wellbeing.

Sustainability is central to the design, with a target of BREEAM Excellent ensuring a healthier, more efficient environment for patients and staff. The building minimises environmental impact while enhancing user comfort, creating a future-focused facility that supports both community health and long-term environmental responsibility.

Location

Rotherham

Date

2020-2024

Client

Harworth Estates
The Gateway Medical Centre

Area

612 sq.m

Cost

£2m

Services Provided

Architecture, Lead Designer, PD (CDM)

Main Contractor

Lindum

Team

Edge PS
BE Design
PWP Landscape
CJR Maintenance Solutions

Sustainability

BREEAM Excellent

Our Team

Laurie Cottam
Owen Nuttall
Paul Sawyer
Amy Paget

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