Elizabeth II Court, Winchester
Project team
Client:Hampshire County Council
Architect:Bennetts Associates
Structural Engineer:Gifford
M&E Engineer:Ernest Griffiths
The transformation of this 1960s office was facilitated by its concrete structure, which provided a solid starting point that could be easily adapted. Reusing the concrete frame saved 50 per cent of the embodied energy required to construct a new building.
In addition to the re-use of the structure, concrete from the partial demolition were recycled, crushed and re-used as aggregate.
Space utilisation has improved, with the building now accommodating 1,100 employees compared to 625. The external appearance and working environment has been transformed and exceptional levels of sustainability are being delivered through measures such as an innovative wind driven ventilation system.
The operational carbon footprint has been significantly reduced due to the exposed concrete soffits, solar shading and intelligent lighting and water-saving systems.
The project has secured a BREEAM 'Excellent' rating and was extensively monitored by the Carbon Trust.
Facts
Date of completion:18/07/2009
12:30 - 13:30
Free
This webinar will consider the recent trend in creating concrete with a natural appearance and explore some of the techniques employed in recently completed buildings, including rammed concrete.
12:30 - 13:30
Free
This webinar will outline key considerations for designers looking to reduce the embodied carbon of concrete structures and include an introduction to Concept, a tool for comparing concrete framing options.
12:30 - 13:30
Free
This webinar will cover what the specifier can do to reduce the embodied carbon and give tips as to easy wins.
00:00 - 00:00
£275.00 + VAT
This e-learning course will cover the relevant sections of the code for the design of concrete framed buildings.
12:30 - 13:00
Free
Hosted by the author of the brief and one of the judges of the Structural Concrete Competition, Jenny Burridge, this webinar aims to provide top tips and to answer specific questions ahead of the deadline dates for submission.