Striking Timber Battens in the UK’s Largest Indoor Arena
Co-op Live, Manchester

Co-op Live, the Harry Styles-backed arena, purposely designed by Populous’ Jump Studios for optimising the live music event experience for audiences makes a bold statement of fun and entertainment.
The two key criteria to the build were optimised acoustics and sustainability. Our FSC-certified American Oak Click-on Battens, integral to the venue’s striking interiors serve towards both criteria while adding visual interest to the design.
Product
Click-on Battens
Materials
American Oak
Applications
Feature Walls
Feature Ceilings
Facades
Sector
Entertainment
Architect
Jump Studios
Builder
BAM Construction
Installer
ITS Interiors
Location
Manchester, UK
Completion
2024
Photographer
Harley Bainbridge
Sustainability and Innovation at Co-op Live
Located in the heart of Manchester, Co-op Live is more than an entertainment hub—it’s a symbol of sustainability and design innovation. With features like solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and zero waste to landfill, the arena’s ethos aligns perfectly with Sculptform’s FSC-certified timber products. Our Click-on Battens combines aesthetic, sophistication and eco-conscious design, visually enhancing spaces while minimising environmental impact.


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Striking Blue Timber Battens
The Cîroc Lounge & Seat Unique Deck Suite showcase Sculptform’s dome-profile Click-on Battens on the ceiling and walls. The timber battens beautifully complement the lounge’s vibrant blue lighting and circular neon elements, creating a dynamic yet sophisticated atmosphere. These battens also serve a functional purpose, ensuring acoustic clarity in this bustling, high-energy space.

Bold Acoustic Design
The Decibel Club features Sculptform’s block-profile Click-on Battens. The battens’ geometric precision along with black acoustic backing, delivers a bold, contemporary design. This area benefits from enhanced sound clarity, perfect for private gatherings or performances.
Acoustically, timber Click-on Battens perform very well due to the natural acoustic properties which can control excessive echo and reverberation. The network of fibres and cells in timber convert sound energy into heat energy through vibration and internal friction. Because of this friction, wood has stronger sound dampening capacity and is chosen for areas where sound needs to be absorbed.
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Unique Minimalist Timber Features
The Level 1 Lobby features block-profile Click-on Battens mounted tightly with 2mm spacing. This installation achieves a clean, minimalist aesthetic while providing critical sound management for the busy entryway.

Ciroc Lounge & Seat Unique Deck Suite Wall & Ceiling Battens
Product
Click-on Battens
Material
Timber
Species
American Oak
Profile
Dome, 60mm x 30mm
Mounting
Standard Mounting Track
Spacing
30mm gaps
Acoustic Backing
Yes
Decibel Club Wall Battens
Product
Click-on Battens
Material
Timber
Species
American Oak
Profile
Block, 30mm x 30mm
Mounting
Standard Mounting Track
Spacing
30mm & 2mm
Acoustic Backing
Yes
Level 1 Lobby Wall Battens
Product
Click-on Battens
Material
Timber
Species
American Oak
Profile
Block, 30mm x 30mm
Mounting
Standard Mounting Track
Spacing
2mm

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