Nexus, University of Leeds Bespoke Feature Wall

  • Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Services Provided:

  • Interior Design & Concept Development

  • Bespoke Feature Wall Design

  • Sustainable Materials Specification

  • Joinery & Installation

  • LED Lighting Design & Installation

Reclaimed Wood Slat Mountain Form:

  • Triangular mountain-inspired sculptural form built from reclaimed pallet slats

  • Vertical slats graduate in height to create a dramatic three-dimensional shape

  • LED strip lighting along the base and rear edge creating a warm backlit glow

Geometric Painted Shapes:

  • Large half-circle in deep navy painted directly onto the wall

  • Oversized pale blue circle creating depth and layering

  • Tilted blue accent panel adding movement and colour contrast

Backlit Acoustic Panel:

  • Circular acoustic panel with LED halo backlighting

  • Provides sound absorption whilst doubling as a striking focal point

 

Nexus at the University of Leeds commissioned BB Designs to design and install a bespoke feature wall for their collaborative workspace. Using reclaimed pallet slats, geometric painted shapes and a backlit acoustic panel, BB Designs created a handcrafted sustainable centrepiece that is as functional as it is striking.

 

“Through a clever use of design and colour, they’ve transformed the space into something creative, fresh, and perfectly on-brand. The room is now extremely well received by both our team and visitors.

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Nexus University of Leeds bespoke feature wall installation showing reclaimed wood slat mountain form with LED backlighting, geometric painted shapes and backlit circular acoustic panel, designed and built by BB Designs