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Phase 3 Blog

Phase 3 of our building redevelopment focuses on delivering a new nightclub and cafe/bar in place of dB's and da Vinci's. This much needed work will provide an exciting space for our members to eat, drink and relax. This blog will be updated throughout the project to keep you informed and more importantly give you a chance to provide feedback.

Latest Blog Entries

A sneaky peak at next year’s Club Nights

July 20th, 2010 by Phase 3 Team

A few months ago we asked the Clubs & Societies of the ICU to come up with themed Club Nights to be held in Metric when it opens next term. The brief was simple: let your imaginations run wild, come up with some fun ideas and we’ll help you organise and run the night.
We had [...]

Phase 3 Construction Photographs

July 2nd, 2010 by Phase 3 Team

Phase 3 of the Union refurbishment is progressing steadily. Below are the latest batch of pictures from the construction sites that will soon be transformed into our new nightclub, Metric, and our new bar, FiveSixEight.
Metric
The contents of dB’s have been ripped out and replaced with tonnes of cement:

Over where the main stage will be, there [...]

Our new logo for Metric

June 14th, 2010 by Phase 3 Team

After a long period of seeing logo designs, re-workings and probably every sans-serif font ever created we have finally come to a decision on the new logo for Metric! The logo needed to form a cornerstone for a new brand for Metric. A memorable, strong and flexible logo was required to represent the exciting and [...]

Changes to our bars over the summer

June 14th, 2010 by Phase 3 Team

The Summer Ball is taking place this Saturday (19 June) and will be your last opportunity to use da Vinci’s and the Union Bar this year. They will both be closed until the start of the new term in October because of the Phase 3 building works.
The Summer Ball Marquee will be erected tomorrow in [...]

Submissions open for your night in Metric

June 4th, 2010 by Phase 3 Team

When Metric opens at the start of the next academic year there will be a chance for you to host your own night. Open to Clubs, Societies and Projects as well as Halls of Residence, this is a great opportunity to team up with the Union Entertainments team to host club nights and events for [...]