Elkoms Consulting is appointed to provide MEP, Energy and Sustainability detail design for refurbishment of 280 Bishopsgate (300,000sqft. luxury office). RIBA Stage 4 and Stage 5

 

It is a central aim of the development of 280 Bishopsgate to refresh the existing building with modern, best practice, building services and equipment whilst retaining as much of the existing building façade elements where possible, thus extending the life of the building considerably.

 

The project is targeting BREEAM Excellent for refurbishment.

 

The following measures have been undertaken to ensure sustainability:

§Replacement of traditional water cooled chillers and gas fire boilers with new roof mounted air source heat pumps

 

Design and specification of all new building services equipment following modern best practice

 

Replacement of the Electrical main switchgear and stand by plant

 

Inclusion of planting at roof terrace level to encourage biodiversity and well-being

 

Retention of the majority of the existing building fabric including: foundations and sub-structure, the steel structural frame, building cores and most of the façades.

 

Selection of external and high use internal finishes to be robust and resistant to weathering