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No, we didn't win the 2024 Euros.   No, this isn't just another construction update.   Yes! The rumours are true: we've secured planning consent for a 106,020 sq ft development at One Passage Street, Bristol.   Perched along the Floating Harbour, One Passage Street transcends its traditional role as a mere workspace. It represents a dynamic hub for dialogue, idea exchange, inspiration, and revitalisation—a place where the community can come together to engage and share knowledge.   This thriving cultural enclave is brimming with untapped potential. Featuring interlaced terracing cascading down its facade, seamless integration with nature, and limitless opportunities for creativity, this building stands in a class of its own.   The development is designed to be carbon neutral, achieving net-zero carbon emissions. We are committed to an 11% year-on-year reduction in carbon emissions, setting a new standard for sustainable building practices.   Situated in a heritage-rich context, the site required a balance of historical and modern elements to enhance the public realm. The innovative design achieves this balance brilliantly.   Internally, a huge congratulations to all who played a part in bringing this bold project to fruition: Dan Ross, James Hanton-Parr, and Matt Leach.   Knight Frank Investment Management (KFIM) Savills AWW Arup Gardiner & Theobald LLP Currie & Brown Curtins Knight Frank CBRE Kilograph CONVERSATION PR LTD. #ESG #PeopleImpactPlaces #Bristol #Development #Sustainability #CGI #WeAreV7

Collaboration is our culture! Many of our developments are in partnership with others and that’s just how we like it. Working with different businesses and stakeholders means we are always pushing our process, and picking up new knowledge along the way. Today, we hear from our colleagues Vivienne Clements and Ed Hutchinson who share their views on our partners. "At the cornerstone of any successful partnership is shared values and mutual trust.... responsible development takes centre stage, and HBD and its partners are united by their commitment to achieving this." Vivienne Clements "Pioneering large-scale developments inevitably present challenges, and we are always grateful of the role played by our partners across our diverse portfolio of projects. We’re currently working with 26 joint venture partners – and are actively seeking even more collaborations, leveraging our proven track record to forge partnerships that contribute to transformative projects that positively add to the communities they’re located in." Ed Hutchinson Find out more about our committment to partnerships here: https://lnkd.in/eWdhtbke Ed Hutchinson Vivienne Clements #placeswithpurpose #regeneration #futuretalent #careers #investinpeople #development #transformation #builtenvironment #propertydevelopment #community #placemaking #livewellbydesign #architecture #architecturedesign #architecturedaily #hbdplaces #sustainability #netzerocarbon

This week, we attended NLA’s inaugural Retrofit Summit at the historic Livery Hall at Guildhall to hear from voices across the built environment talk about the potentials of adaptive reuse and circular principles in revitalising old buildings.   There were a myriad of topics discussed such as:  ▪️ The role of retrofit in community regeneration ▪️ How retrofit can tie into the circular economy ▪️ The need for consistent net zero carbon policies ▪️ The importance of capturing and sharing data to create benchmarks ▪️ The limitations of retrofit and how to decide when it is the best option   We also had a look at some exciting retrofit projects in the pipeline including: ▫️ London Museum by Stanton Williams  ▫️ Zodiac House by shedkm ▫️ 150 Aldersgate Street by Fletcher Priest Architects ▫️ Peterborough Court by John Robertson Architects   Underpinning all the presentations and discussions was the importance of passion and knowledge in championing retrofit. Retrofit becoming the first consideration in projects only happens when data and findings are widespread and developers, engineers, architects and planners are enthusiastic about saving the unsexy buildings.    Overall, it was a very insightful and hopeful discussion on how we can start to shift the industry mindset and set out a more sustainable future. #Retrofit #NLARetrofitSummit #BuiltEnvironment #AdaptiveReuse

Netta Architects is proud to be a part of exciting new developments in New Jersey! Bergen County is taking bold steps to transform Hackensack with a state-of-the-art bus terminal and a mixed-use housing project. This transformative initiative will not only modernize transit infrastructure but also prioritize sustainable, transit-oriented development, enhancing accessibility and community living. At Netta Architects, we are dedicated to designing spaces that shape and strengthen communities, and we are thrilled to contribute to this impactful project. Article Linked here https://lnkd.in/gdvTcsVy #UrbanDevelopment #SustainableDesign #TransitOrientedDevelopment #CommunityImpact #NettaArchitects

New York City plans a $152.7 million redesign of Fifth Avenue, transforming it into a pedestrian-friendly boulevard between Bryant Park and Central Park. The project will expand sidewalks, reduce traffic lanes, and add greenery, seating, and stormwater infrastructure. Inspired by iconic streets like the Champs-Élysées, the redesign aims to enhance safety, sustainability, and accessibility. It will include underground upgrades and nearly double sidewalk space, with construction phased over several years. The initiative is expected to boost economic activity and improve public space usability. More details here: https://lnkd.in/e9tvG_Di

A reflection from the very stimulating #dontwastebuildings Birmingham summit - with massive thanks to ALL involved: “ESG” - environmental and social good, including “falling in love” with a characterful building, a patina of age and imaginative re-use, with a fraction of the embodied carbon of demolition/new build - is no longer a perceived cost, but actually adds huge VALUE to a project. Fundamental to success. Fundamental to true sustainability. Fundamental to proper whole life evaluation. #doughnuteconomics in action, valuing what has often been disregarded. Great conversations to be continued, hope we can bring the new Net Zero Carbon Buildings standard to launch in Birmingham soon to follow up…RIBA Dav Bansal Stoford Developments Ltd Larry Priest Richard Sapcote Imandeep Kaur Simon Delahunty-Forrest Ellie Horwitch-Smith Leanne Tritton Michael Duff Dr. Michael Dring Clare Caudery Ellen Willis Philippa Birch-Wood Tania Jennings CIVIC SQUARE Dr Jemma Browne

What an inspiring day with our massive #DontWasteBuildings cohort in Birmingham! I hope others will agree that our first Sustaining the City Summit was a great success. I am especially grateful to Leanne Tritton and Richard Nelson for organising so much of the day, and to our amazing hosts Dr. Michael Dring and Dr Jemma Browne from the Birmingham School Architecture, Howells, Matt Blakeley from RIBA, and John Christophers RIBA. We started the day with case studies from #TheCustardFactory and #TyphooTeaBuilding, and discussion with Simon Delahunty-Forrest on the challenges faced by local authorities when balancing climate action targets with economic revitalisation, and embracing a city's past while looking towards its future. I was really struck by the commitment to be a layered city, one that encourages bringing buildings into the present rather than erasing them from the cityscape. We followed the morning session with a tour through #Digbeth, highlighting restoration works of buildings, daylighted canals, and future projects, including a potential Sky Garden on previously unused rail aqueduct, connecting the former industrial district to the city centre. The afternoon summit brought together DWB's core mission of embodied carbon accounting in the construction industry with a more ephemeral concept: #EmbodiedMemory. We don't save buildings because we cannot let go of the past, but rather because a city without a past lacks soul. Existing buildings represent "carbon at rest", when we wake these sleeping giants it is at our own peril. The construction industry already accounts for 62% of the UK's annual waste. The only way to reduce this scope is to let existing buildings stay at rest, or at the very least, to minimise how much we disturb them. Using a light touch to gently awaken them, retaining all that is possible and being thoughtful about how we rebuild is key. That said, I'm always moved by Imandeep Kaur's challenge for us to radically reimagine what is possible, not just in the built environment, but in our relationships with place and community. If we activate our radical imagination, can we acknowledge that we are at a tipping point while also making the choice to jump and swim towards a more just and inclusive future? Or will we wait until others push us over a cliff edge on their terms? I vote for making the leap! To paraphrase Scott McAulay, we need to learn to build life boats, not coffins.

A reflection from the very stimulating #dontwastebuildings Birmingham summit - with massive thanks to ALL involved: “ESG” - environmental and social good, including “falling in love” with a characterful building, a patina of age and imaginative re-use, with a fraction of the embodied carbon of demolition/new build - is no longer a perceived cost, but actually adds huge VALUE to a project. Fundamental to success. Fundamental to true sustainability. Fundamental to proper whole life evaluation. #doughnuteconomics in action, valuing what has often been disregarded. Great conversations to be continued, hope we can bring the new Net Zero Carbon Buildings standard to launch in Birmingham soon to follow up…RIBA Dav Bansal Stoford Developments Ltd Larry Priest Richard Sapcote Imandeep Kaur Simon Delahunty-Forrest Ellie Horwitch-Smith Leanne Tritton Michael Duff Dr. Michael Dring Clare Caudery Ellen Willis Philippa Birch-Wood Tania Jennings CIVIC SQUARE Dr Jemma Browne

VIVID welcomes 3 new Board members VIVID has appointed Andrew Binnie, Caroline Stockmann and Abi Kee to its Board as it continues its transformation of customer services, and investment in existing and new homes. Andrew, Caroline and Abi will join the Board at an exciting time, continuing the mission to remain as one of the largest providers of new affordable housing in the sector. Their appointments reflect VIVID’s commitment to strengthening its governance and enhancing its strategic capabilities. “We are pleased to welcome Andrew, Caroline and Abi to our Board,” said Mark Perry, Chief Executive, VIVID. “Their extensive experience and unique perspectives will be instrumental as we navigate the evolving landscape of housing and strive to deliver new homes and create communities for our customers.” To learn more about these new members backgrounds and expertise, discover more about them here. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals https://lnkd.in/e7ptM8Qg

Anthony Harris AIA, LEED AP, CDT, a senior architect at Quinn Evans, shares his insights on the transformative renovation of the Capital One Arena in a recent article by the Washington Business Journal. The piece highlights how local architects would reimagine the arena and its adjacent areas. In the article, Anthony emphasizes the area's significance as a focal point for civic and social infrastructure while also highlighting the opportunity for sustainability initiatives. "Sports teams, at their best, can be points of pride and connection, acting as civic institutions as that contribute to a city's identity. This can be especially vital to a city as diverse and transient as the District...[A] modernized Capital One Arena provides an opportunity for the building and the site to embrace its role as a civic asset – contributing not just to the commercial revitalization of the area but also to the civic and social infrastructure of a neighborhood. Capital One Arena could fundamentally reimagine the role of the sports arena by becoming a locus of social life and activity beyond game days or special events, providing a function for residents as well as fans and concert-goers." Learn more about our mission to discover design solutions that enrich lives and make a long-lasting, positive impact 🔗 www.quinnevans.com/mission Subscribed to the WBJ? Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3TTh2Rr #QuinnEvans #Architecture #UrbanDesign #Sustainability #CommunityDevelopment #CivicInfrastructure #SportsArena #WashingtonDC #WashingtonBusinessJournal