TG Escapes Blog
The latest articles from the TG Escapes team. Read on to keep up to date on the latest innovations and stories in the world of modular eco-building for education and business.
Was your CIF bid unsuccessful? Can we help in the next round?
Many schools will be disappointed with the outcome of the latest round of Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) bids. If you are planning to apply for the next 2021/22 round of CIF bids, then TG Escapes can help strengthen your application by providing free architectural...
Construction faces the perfect storm and costs are rising
The construction industry is facing 'the perfect storm'. The impact of Covid has been to delay many construction projects which are now coming back into play. Brexit has caused disruption in the supply chain and these two factors together are creating an increase in...
DfE launches Post 16 Capacity Fund
The Department for Education has introduced a new fund to help boost post 16 provision. Launched on the 18th May, eligible applications have until 14th June to apply for grants over the minimum threshold of £100k. Funding is available to support projects that create...
What is net zero construction?
The term Net Zero is becoming familiar to many but it can mean different things to different people. In the context of the built environment, it is used to describe both buildings that are Net Zero Carbon in operation and those that are Net Zero Carbon in their construction. Here we explain the difference.
How does good classroom ventilation reduce the risk of infection?
The physical environment of any learning space has a direct impact on the well-being of pupils and staff, and affects educational outcomes. Natural light is a key part of any TG Escapes building design along with thermal comfort, acoustics, and excellent air quality....
2021 Conferences and Events
The TG Escapes team will be attending and exhibiting at a number of conferences this coming year whether they be virtual or in person. If you happen to be attending please be sure to say hi to Matt who will be happy to chat to you about our buildings. If you would...
Top Tips for Using Modular Eco-Buildings to Ease Pressure on Classroom Size – Webinar
This webinar is from the Schools and Academies Show 2020. How can your school provide additional bespoke space quickly? Adapting to the current and future needs of the school What solution is right for your classroom and school? Savings that can be made through...
TG Escapes working with Milton Keynes Business Centre to design eco-café and breakout space
Milton Keynes Business Centre is one of 9 centres operating under Capital Space Ltd which provides workspaces for SME’s. They have been successfully operating for 15 years and provide services for a wide range of businesses offering office space, workshops, studios,...
TG Escapes appointed to Ivy Lane project following successful CIF bid
TG Escapes have been selected by Pickwick Academy Trust following a tender process, to design and build a new multi-classroom building at Ivy Lane Primary School. The school needs to replace some aging 'Pratten' classrooms and had applied unsuccessfully for CIF...
TG Escapes shortlisted for ‘Contractor of the Year’
We are very proud to have been shortlisted for the Contractor of the Year in the Education Estates 2020 Awards. TG Escapes have been shortlisted along with Willmott Dixon, ISG and BAM Construction. The awards supported by The Department of Education are to celebrate...
Why Swalcliffe Park School have chosen a second eco-building from TG Escapes
Kiran Hingorani CEO of Swalcliffe Park School explains why they have chosen a second eco-building from TG Escapes to provide breakout spaces for their students. Swalcliffe Park School is a day and residential school for secondary aged (10-19 yrs) for boys with autism....
TG Escapes support the Festival of Learning Spaces 1st June-10th July
The team at TG Escapes are very proud to support this ambitious initiative. At a time where we are finding new ways to work, this 6 week program will be a source of ideas, advice, inspiration and a place to connect with others in the education industry. Now more than...