Racecourse Architecture Specialism

Due to a number of new commissions, KCA are looking to recruit a new member to the team. KCA Architecture Ltd are an up-and-coming architectural practice situated at Aske Stables, just outside of Richmond, in the heart of North Yorkshire. We manage projects of all sizes, from bespoke, one-off residential schemes to large-scale commercial developments and looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Architectural Technician/Architect to join us. Key responsibilities and tasks are: · Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of a variety of projects, small and large, from inception through to completion. · Engage directly with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure the successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard. · Produce high-quality drawings, models, and detailed specifications. · Use Revit for design development and documentation, ensuring that the design intent is maintained throughout the project lifecycle. · Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including planning and building regulations standards. · Support other team members. Skills, Experience, Requirements: · Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in the sector in architecture or technology. · Have experience of running projects on site. · A solid understanding of the UK Planning System and Building Regulations. · Proficiency in using Revit. · Have a UK driving license and car The role will be based in the office at Aske Estate in Richmond, North Yorkshire. Hours are 9-5 Monday to Friday but can be flexible for the right person.  Please get in touch today if you are interested in joining our team at; info@kca-architecture.co.uk

An initiative identified by a cross-industry group of racing bodies is underway across all British Racecourses to update and modernise their weighing rooms in line with jockey’s needs as athletes. The British Horse Racing Authority (BHA) have set a number of key goals that need to be met in order to improve these facilities, with objectives that are designed to ensure the safety and welfare of jockeys, while also modernising and improving the weighing rooms to bring them up to date with the latest standards. The first and most immediate priority is to ensure the weighing room is a safe and secure environment for jockeys. The BHA have identified a number of measures which must be taken in order to ensure the current and future safety and welfare of jockeys of all ages and genders. These include the installation of private changing and showering facilities, shared communal rest, food provision and warm-up areas for jockeys. In addition, they have specified that any changes to the weighing room must be made in consultation with jockeys, racecourse staff, and other stakeholders. This ensures that any changes are tailored to meet the needs of all those involved in the sport. Part of the modernisations will also include new communal working spaces for jockeys’ valets that can be accessed from both the male and female dressing rooms independently and to retain sufficient flexibility to adapt the changing room sizes based on the varying participants on any given raceday and to changing societal needs. We were delighted when we were commissioned to work on the first racecourse weighing room redevelopment and unveiled these exciting new performance facilities at Leicester Racecourse in May 2022. The first racecourse to open with a warm-up performance and equipment area, we designed and produced the development to support jockeys as the elite athletes they are and continue to do so across the country. The brand-new gym area is equipped with a range of exercise tools aimed at ensuring jockeys are physically ready to compete and support against injury. The weighing room itself is a much more spacious area can also be extended when and if required by way of folding wall doors. The new communal relaxation area has comfortable sofas and excellent improved catering area, supporting the nutritional, physical and mental health needs of the jockeys. The medical room is a much more usable and comfortable space where injuries can be treated quickly and efficiently if necessary. Shower arrangements are much improved with private changing and shower areas in both the male and female changing rooms and these measures will help safeguard and support the needs of all current and future generations of jockeys regardless of ages or genders, underpinning the future of the sport for generations to come. With extensive experience working within the racing environment across the country, we at Craggs Architects are committed to helping racecourses not only meet these objectives but are delighted to have worked with stakeholders to ensure that the changes are in line with the latest standards and are sympathetic to the existing architecture and history of the weighing room. By October 2024 all weighing rooms should have these new adaptations in place and as we are very experienced in these changes, would be delighted to work with you and your teams to safeguard and future proof the next generation of athletes in our sport and all racecourse facilities. KCA Architecture Ltd (ARB) (RIBA) www.kca-architecture.co.uk E: info@kca-architecture.co.uk