Architecture + Design.
Technical compliance and sustainability strategy for contemporary and heritage projects.
As a design-led consultancy, we provide the technical rigour needed to de-risk planning applications and futureproof architectural projects. By bridging the gap between professional architectural practice and sustainability science, we offer a "rare hybrid" service that ensures your project meets the highest standards of the London Plan and beyond.
Whether you are a fellow architect looking to outsource your sustainability reporting or a property owner navigating the complexities of a listed building, our ARB RIBA expertise ensures your project is both compliant and visionary.
An embedded partner for architectural practices and developers.
We often act as the sustainability arm for established architectural practices, providing the specialised data and strategic oversight needed to win bids and deliver high-performance buildings.
Embedded Strategy: We sit within your project team as a discrete advisory partner, providing real-time feedback on the environmental impact of design decisions.
Framework Alignment: Guiding projects through the requirements of BREEAM, Passivhaus, or the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge.
Materiality Deep-Dives: Researching and sourcing low-carbon materials that match your aesthetic and performance requirements.
Collaborative Design Advisory Role.
Heritage & Listed Building Retrofit.
Sympathetic sustainability for historically significant fabric.
Retrofitting a listed building requires a level of nuance that standard consultants often lack. We combine our architectural background with a deep understanding of historical building fabric to improve thermal performance without compromising heritage value.
Technical Retrofit Strategy: Advising on the "fabric-first’ approach for heritage assets, focusing on breathable insulation, glazing solutions, and moisture management.
Planning for Listed Assets: Navigating the delicate balance between modern energy requirements and the statutory protections of heritage status.
Authentic Restoration: Ensuring that every sustainability measure—from heating systems to window details—respects the historical narrative of the building.
De-risking the planning process with technical authority.
We specialise in producing the technical documentation required to clear complex planning hurdles in London and across the UK. We move beyond checkbox compliance to create robust strategies that align with your design vision while satisfying Local Planning Authorities.
Planning Compliance: Drafting comprehensive Sustainability and Energy Statements tailored to the specific requirements of the London Plan and local boroughs.
Carbon Calculations: Providing precise operational and embodied carbon data (LCA) to justify your material and system choices.
Circular Economy Statements: Integrating circular design principles to ensure your project meets emerging standards for resource efficiency.
