Sustainable building certifications often come across as complex and tedious, but their true value goes far beyond ticking boxes. This article aims to provide a brief overview of how sustainable building certifications can add value to an asset and how main contractors should use them to improve both the performance of the building and the impact of the project as a whole.
Listed buildings are a significant part of our cultural heritage, requiring careful attention and expertise to maintain their historical and architectural value. There are more than 370,000 listed buildings on the National Heritage List for England.
Close your eyes and picture your ideal workspace. Chances are, it includes more than just desks and computers. Perhaps it has large windows letting in natural light, vibrant green plants, and spaces that feel open and refreshing. This vision aligns with biophilic design, a growing trend in workplace design that seeks to bring the benefits of nature indoors. Biophilic design can transform workspaces by incorporating natural light, greenery, and natural materials, enhancing wellbeing and productivity.
Neurodiversity refers to the different ways our brains work and process information, recognising that people think, learn, and engage with the world uniquely. Approximately 15% of the UK population are neurodivergent, including conditions such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, each bringing distinct strengths and perspectives. Designing for neurodiversity requires understanding that behaviour and task performance vary widely among people, and a one-size-fits-all approach does not fit all.
Working with DMFK, we have delivered a Grade II* Listed building, restoring it to its former glory while futureproofing it for the ever-changing needs of the workforce. Voysey House, completed in 1902, is the only commercial building designed by C.F.A. Voysey, the celebrated modernist architect and designer.
The concept of Tenant-Ready™ spaces is revolutionising workspaces by offering a seamless, move-in-ready solution for companies looking for a new space.
Kayleigh Nobbs, our Head of Design, participated in the panel “What is the place for the office in the new world of work?” at the Footprint+ conference, where she discussed the future of workplace design alongside industry expert Bertie van Wyk.
