Cranfield University

Project Name: Cranfield University
Client: Watkin Jones
Product: Roller Blinds with bespoke printed fabric

Watkin Jones’ first campus build was at Cranfield University where they were tasked with the demolition of existing student buildings and replacing these with five new blocks of student accommodation. The blocks varied in size between 3 to 5 storeys to provide the University with an additional 613 bedrooms. 

Bartell were chosen to manufacture and install roller blinds across all 5 blocks. A bespoke printed fabric was picked for the rollers with each block having a different colourway of the same design. 

The project was completed over two phases with the second phase being delivered ahead of schedule in Spring 2022. As we manufacture our own products in house, we have the unique opportunity to control our production schedule. In cases like this where the project schedule of works has changed, Bartell can offer flexibility to its clients by adjusting its lead times.