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As London’s skyline evolves, the question remains: should we build new or renew? Rising construction costs and sustainability concerns, including increased awareness of embodied carbon, have shifted the focus toward repurposing existing towers. However, the challenge lies in balancing these factors with tenant demands for modern, flexible, and amenity-rich spaces. In an in-depth article for Building Magazine, we explore the challenges and opportunities of both approaches. Thank you to Ramboll, Stanhope PLC and the City of London Corporation, our fellow collaborators on this article. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/damhGh92 #ConstructionIndustry #ESG #AdaptiveReuse #Sustainability 

Five Sustainable construction & renovation facts 1.  Buildings are responsible for 38% of global energy-related carbon emissions and 50% of all extracted materials. 2. BUILD UPON2 is a project coordinated by Green Building Council España (GBCE) which aimed to give cities across Europe the tools to unlock the potential of building renovation in order to accelerate the journey to net zero in 2050. 3. Choosing to refurbish an existing building over new build construction can save 50-75% of time when it comes to pre-contract planning and obtaining planning permission. 4. The EDGE in Amsterdam is often considered the world’s greenest office building, featuring 65,000 square feet of solar panels, a north-facing façade that is 70% glass, and locally sourced materials that will help save an estimated 42 million kilograms of CO2 over a ten-year period. 5. The US sustainable construction materials market is projected to be worth around USD 452.64 billion by 2033. #Sustainability #Facts #Construction

LEED Certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a globally recognized standard for sustainable building practices. It focuses on energy efficiency, water conservation, indoor environmental quality, and materials sustainability. Achieving Green LEED Certification demonstrates a commitment to reducing environmental impact while enhancing occupant health and comfort. With LEED Environmental Certification, buildings are rated across different levels based on their sustainability performance. This certification is a key step toward creating eco-friendly spaces that align with global green building standards. https://lnkd.in/ez5zmxF4 #leedcertification #greenleedcertification #leedenvironmentalcertification

Wondering when to involve a sustainable building specialist? Many overlook the benefits of early involvement, especially during RIBA stages 0-2, where integrating sustainability can yield substantial long-term cost savings. For instance, designing for a better building orientation and choosing efficient materials can lower heating and cooling bills over time. Plus, thinking about things like solar panels from the beginning can cut electricity costs and make your building more sustainable. How do we know this? Because #WeKnowNetZero. Newark & Sherwood District Council engaged us early during the construction of their new office space, in 2013. This allowed us to recommend increasing floor-to-ceiling height, enhancing natural light and air circulation, achieving long-term cost savings, improving user experience, and securing an EPC rating of B, exceeding the RIBA 2030 Challenge by 25%. Contact us today to learn how we can help you achieve similar results. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejqwB755 👈 #Sustainable #Sustainability #SustainableBuildings #SustainableSolutions #Construction #ConstructionUK

🌍 Modular Construction: A Global Revolution in Building 🌍 Modular construction is redefining how we build, offering tailored solutions that meet diverse needs across continents. Each region is leveraging the adaptability of modular construction in unique ways to address challenges and opportunities in the housing industry: 🏡 Europe: Leading the way with energy-efficient and design-focused innovations. Think Scandinavian prefab homes designed to withstand the harshest winters while maintaining sleek aesthetics. 🏙️ Asia: Tackling high-density urban living with compact, tech-driven modular solutions. From Japan’s ultra-functional micro-apartments to South Korea’s modular student housing, modular construction is optimizing limited space like never before. 🌱 Africa: Addressing the pressing demand for affordable and sustainable housing. Modular construction delivers quick-to-build, resource-efficient homes that make a real difference in communities across the continent. 🌟 North America: Redefining luxury with eco-conscious modular designs. Modular homes in the U.S. and Canada are seamlessly blending sustainability with high-end living in forward-thinking communities. The Future of Building is Modular. No matter the region, modular construction proves its scalability, efficiency, and adaptability. It’s not just a method—it’s a movement toward smarter, more sustainable building practices worldwide.

Project & Building Consultancy (PBC) attended the YEP London 2024 Property Market and 2025 Forecast event earlier today. Thanks to the organisers and speakers, particularly both Charlie Isaac and Richard Clarke for their insights into Industrial & Logistics and London Offices respectively. Key take away's - Industrial market: Industrial market rental growth remaining solid Industrial Assets require focus on forthcoming MEES regulations enhancements 27% of existing stock require refurbishment pre 2027 London offices: 10.6 vacancy rate across London Of 27,400,000 sq ft in development for delivery in 2028, 21,000,000 is pre let Tenant preference for fitted space at around 21% fitted, 10% unfitted and 69% without a preference MEES regulations coming into focus with desirable spaces to be a minimum of an EPC B (albeit with the government white paper yet to be formalised) Hybrid working seems to be shifting from a 3 day week to 4 days BREEAM as the default accreditation is being closely followed by NABERS Ever increasing focus on end of journey facilities to meet tenant commute / fitness and dress code requirements. 'Hotel-ing' of building design seen as key. YEP London Project & Building Consultancy (PBC) David Goedecke MRICS Chris Jones

Renovations, #sustainable building materials can boost Europe's #green transition

Is your redevelopment or construction project working towards attaining BREEAM credits or in the RIBA stage 2 pre-planning phase? If so, you may not be aware that prior to works starting or submitting your planning application, a pre-demolition or pre-redevlopment audit will be required for the purpose of promoting resource efficiency in diverting construction waste from landfill. The audits are a key part of contributing to a circular economy using principles that consider a more sustainable way of building design and construction, placing more importance on embodied carbon reduction and sustainable resource management. In practice, this can include a light refurbishment of a commercial office building or be more significant like retaining a building’s steel structure during construction. However large your project, get in touch with us at Revive to discuss your circular economy requirements. #breeam #sustainability #circulareconomy #projectmanagement #greaterlondonauthority #construction

📣 Let's Dive into Green Building Certifications! 📣 Green building certifications are at the forefront of #sustainability and eco-friendly #architecture. Today, we'll answer some of the most common questions about these #certifications, including what they mean, why they matter, and how you can achieve them for your #projects. Q: What are green building certifications, and why are they important? A: Green building certifications are standards that evaluate and recognize sustainable construction and design practices. These certifications, such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), Green Globes, and BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method), play a crucial role in promoting environmentally responsible #buildings that are energy-efficient, resource-conscious, and designed to enhance occupant health and well-being. Q: What are the key differences between LEED, Green Globes, and BREEAM? A: LEED is the most well-known certification in the U.S., focusing on areas like water efficiency, energy use, sustainable sites, and indoor environmental quality. Green Globes offers a flexible approach with an emphasis on energy performance and life-cycle analysis. BREEAM, widely used in Europe, evaluates sustainability across a broad range of categories, including health and well-being, energy, and transportation. Q: How can projects achieve these certifications? A: Achieving green building certification requires meeting specific #criteria set by each certification program. This typically involves an initial assessment, incorporating sustainable #design #strategies, and documenting the entire process. LEED, for example, awards points for various sustainable practices, while Green Globes allows for a customized path to sustainability based on project goals. We at GRN Vision specialize in guiding projects through the complex process of achieving green building certifications. Our expertise ensures your project meets or exceeds sustainability requirements, providing a clear path to success. Ready to bring sustainability into your next project? Contact us today to learn more about green building certifications and how we can help you achieve your sustainability goals. Ruddy Rodriguez Michelle Tapia Sabina Kirilovski #GreenBuilding #Sustainability #LEED #GreenGlobes #BREEAM #GRNVision #EnvironmentalStewardship

Like the UK, the Netherlands faces a severe housing crisis, but modular building could offer a sustainable solution for both countries. 🌍🏠 True Modular Building Global (TMB) is revolutionising the construction industry with eco-friendly, modular homes that are affordable and adaptable. Founded by industry expert Carel van Duuren, TMB uses innovative technologies to create housing that’s efficient, sustainable, and ready for the future. Learn more about how TMB is tackling the housing crisis at the upcoming World of Modular Europe event in Brussels here: https://bit.ly/3X6JJf4 Modular Building Institute #ModularBuilding #Sustainability #HousingCrisis