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Our results show that operational carbon is expected to account for around a third of whole life carbon over the next 60 years (decarbonisation of the electricity grid is not currently accounted for).

When it comes to lab sinks, it is important to determine what the lab sink is for before selecting a standard unit.Metal sinks are often not suitable for chemical discharge, and an epoxy or other material lab sink should be selected.

Non-standard sinks come in non-standard sizes, and large lab sinks need to be supported due to the potential for a large mass of water within.As well as splashbacks, there should be no gaps between lab furniture and lab sinks as dirt can accumulate.The aim is to ensure there’s no surface that can’t be easily reached for cleaning.. Ceilings in labs can help reduce the surfaces for dust to settle on, such as the various high-level services.

The counterargument to this is that the ceiling itself is one large dust trap.In our experience, the ceiling type is dictated by the services; a ceiling can provide a plenum for air distribution at very low air velocity to the room, which is good for labs with a high air change rate, but it can also limit the space for service crossovers and distribution.. One final note is that the colour scheme of a lab can have a big effect on the users, not only from an aesthetic point of view, but also for safety reasons.

Making walkways a contrasting colour to work areas can help with circulation around the lab, plus help prevent busy scientists from walking into worktops and dropping samples or chemicals..

Structural requirements.Doing so will help us to deliver the projects of the future and further increase social value in construction..

The considerable increase in focus within the industry on the sustainable design, construction and use of buildings in recent decades suggests there is an appetite and ability to overlay additional value criteria onto the commissioning and appraisal of architectural schemes.Bryden Wood’s principle of Design to Value and the promotion of DfMA looks to bridge this gap, as the construction industry transitions to MMC.

As well as this, our focus on data and metrics sets us aside from traditional practices.We are well versed in using this data to evaluate, improve and continuously review our projects.