Why Net-Zero?

What We Do

For nearly a quarter of a century, we've been at the vanguard of the sustainable movement.

We have set ambitious targets for the next 10 years, but we are also committed to adopting change in what we do now. These are some of the approaches will are taking:

— Advise clients to adopt our net-zero approach and inform them about the benefits to the environment. — Reduce the occurrence of required refurbishments.

— Design in adaptability of buildings and repurpose existing buildings when possible rather than building brand new ones. — Request that clients appoint consultants who also adhere to net-zero practices.

— Work with suppliers for materials and ff&e listed on our ‘Now Database’ who meet our sustainability requirements.

— Follow circular design principles and consider dismantling and modularity in our design so that buildings can act as material banks.

— Minimise finishes and source locally when possible

bamboo bamboo

natural stone

recycled terrazzo compressed paper panels

microbial weaving bioluminescent lighting algae glass compressed seagrass panels

mycellium leather Airlite (air purifying paint) recycled carpet & fabrics

cork flooring reuse spent botanicals fast growing timber aged brass

WHOLE LIFE CARBON

A1 Raw Material Supply

BEYOND LIFE CYCLE D Benefits and loads beyond the life cycle

C4 Disposal

C3 Waste Processing END OF LIFE CARBON END OF LIFE STAGE

C2 Transport

OPERATIONAL CARBON

B6 Operational Energy Use USE CARBON

C1 De-construction Demolition USE STAGE PRODUCT STAGE

A2 Transport

UPFRO N T C A RBON CONSTRUCTION PROCESS STAGE A3 Manufacturing

A4 Transport

A5 ConstructionInstallation Process

B1 Use B2 Maintenance B3 Repair B4 Refurbishment B5 Replacement EMBODIED

OPERATIONAL

Life cycle assessment

Understanding and designing for both operational and embodied carbon targets are fundamental when considering construction projects.

The typology of the project - new build or refurbishment - will dictate how much impact we can have on the operational carbon benefits. As designers it is our responsibility to focus on reducing the level of embodied carbon and feel that this is where we can regularly add value. This means an emphasis on the materials used, the way in which they are fixed, their level of modularity and the future potential use of the materials after their service life is over. Operational carbon (the reduction of energy and water used in the running of a building, sourcing of food and beverage produce and OS&E items) is also key, and it is our responsibility to challenge our clients, hotel brands and partner consultants to do better in this area.

We will consult with hotel brands to review their brand standards with respect to base build performance.