2 Redman Place

From design through to construction, sustainability as measured by BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) was the guiding objective of this project. Buro Happold was engaged for both BREEAM and WELL Building Standard certification. From design through to construction, health, wellbeing and sustainability were the guiding principles behind this commercial project.

Certifications achieved:

• Recording a score of 94%, the building achieved BREEAM Outstanding certification.
• WELL Building Standard Core & Shell Gold certification.

Sustainability elements include:

• Rainwater harvesting that saves the equivalent of 4.5 Olympic-sized swimming pools of drinkable water annually.
• A sizeable biodiversity roof.
• One of London’s largest ‘living walls’ creates a 2,000m2 habitat for wildlife.
• Measures such as triple glazing and solar panels reduce CO2 emissions by 304 tonnes a year.
• The air conditioning system provides 100% fresh air, while floor-to-ceiling windows allow natural light to penetrate all sides of the building and offer uninterrupted city views.
• Efficient heating and cooling systems keep the internal temperature at a comfortable 22 – 24°C and ambient noise is kept at optimal levels across the building.
• Showering, changing and storage facilities for 212 bikes also encourages cycling to work.
• The active staircase invites people to not use the lifts, which saves energy and increases people’s fitness.
• Abundant access to nature to support people’s mental health and the site biodiversity.
• Four BREEAM Exemplary Performance credits for daylighting, use of recycled aggregates, considerate construction and adaptation to climate change.
• Natural materials used in the reception fit-out decrease the use of oil-based paints and adhesives which reduces the concentration of volatile organic compounds and improves air quality.
• Meaningful community engagement and social value was engendered through a number of initiatives (see below).