 The two-storey combined boathouse is larger than its 1968 predecessor and provides facilities for socialising, training, and boat maintenance in addition to an observation deck.The combined boathouse was designed by RHP Architects at a cost of approximately £2.20 million and was the winner of the 2017 RIBA East Award for outstanding architecture.The Hermes Club, founded in 1920, exists to encourage and improve rowing and all sports at Selwyn College.