Christ Church College in Oxford have recently opened their new visitor’s centre. Designed by Purcell Architects and built by Beard Construction, the centre has been constructed around an early 19th century thatched barn, which had been unused for many years. This was extended and refurbished using traditional building forms and materials to ensure the new additions look integrated within the rural setting. The new centre includes a ticket office, a shop, visitor toilets, a barn for conferences and other uses with a commercial kitchen and server area, and staff offices. Client: The Governing Body of Christ Church, Oxford. Architect: Purcell Architects. Main Contractor: Beard Construction. Planning: Colvin & Moggridge