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This is obviously predicated on consistency of demand; when every construction project is bespoke, it’s impossible for manufacturers (other than material suppliers who make highly standardised, commoditised products like rebar) to develop products that are likely to be used repeatedly.

Light-touch refurbishment, which includes only an upgrade of MEP equipment, windows and ceilings.. A full refurbishment, retaining only structural elements and including MEP upgrade, new façade, finishes and internal partitions.. Full demolition, and construction of a new building..The calculation consists of a whole life cycle carbon analysis (WLCA) of the three options, including operational and embodied carbon (A-C).

The embodied carbon figures used are estimations based on LETI 2020 benchmarks for office buildings, excluding sequestration.The operational carbon estimates are based on RIBA ‘business as usual’ (light-touch refurbishment), our own assessment of 2020 good practice (full adaptive reuse refurbishment) and RIBA 2030 targets (new construction).The operational carbon emissions are based on the assumption that at the current rate of decarbonisation, the emissions by 2040 will be 67gCO.

/kWh (BEIS 2040), and that by 2050 they will be zero carbon..The charts below show the total accumulated carbon emissions and the detailed 60-year projection of the three cases.

Looking at the total emissions after 60 years, light refurbishment is the most advantageous adaptive reuse option (26% less carbon than new construction), followed by a full refurbishment (23% better than new construction).

A red dotted line in the graphs below identifies the potential additional embodied carbon reduction from materials due to the decarbonisation of the grid.and multidisciplinary design teams working on projects which are at the forefront of innovative design and is involved in all stages of the design and construction process, from inception to completion.. Paul’s design capabilities, broad knowledge of construction techniques and experience in delivering highly complex projects, have enabled the realisation of a diverse range of projects.

Paul also ensures quality, efficiency and added value is delivered throughout Bryden Wood’s projects.. Paul has extensive knowledge of the planning system and has delivered numerous approvals for a range of clients across many sectors.This includes projects with complex phasing requirements, in terms of both future expandability and adaptability.

His approach to all projects combines high-quality design with an effective and rigorous delivery process in order to exceed the client’s aspirations.The design solutions are both pragmatic and idealistic; utilising the most appropriate construction solutions for each project, whilst realising schemes of great design and aesthetic merit.