Former Maritime Academy

Former Maritime Academy

The project entails the redevelopment of a site previously occupied by part of Southampton Solent University's Warsash Maritime Academy. This redevelopment aims to create a residential community comprising 18 houses and 20 apartments.

The scope of services provided for this project includes the formulation of a comprehensive energy strategy, ensuring sustainable and efficient energy use throughout the development. 

Additionally, Part O overheating assessments were conducted to identify and mitigate potential thermal comfort issues, ensuring that the new homes provide a comfortable living environment year-round. This involved detailed analysis and exploration of various mitigation measures. 


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Market Sector
Residential

Location
Southampton

Client
Metis Homes

The project comprises the redevelopment of a site which formerly housed part of Southampton Solent University's Warsash Maritime Academy to provide 18 houses and 20 apartments.

Services provided:

Conducting overheating analysis using Dynamic Thermal Modelling (DTM) is a crucial step prior to planning. Whilst this has been a consideration within London for major developments for many years, the impact of the implementation of this policy is now nationwide.

Whilst a simplified approach is possible, this may not always suit bespoke designs which incorporate large quantities of glazing, and can in some cases be restrictive to the overall design process. Dynamic modelling provides a precise evaluation of overheating risk, generating customised results and recommendations for compliance.

Referencing CIBSE TM59 methodology, Building Regulations Part O incorporates other considerations which need to be balanced within the buildings overall design including security, safety, and any mechanical ventilation system.

The DTM process reviews building materials, thermal mass, local shading, local weather data, building occupancy, and employs approaches to limit solar gains and eliminate excess heat.

Our experienced overheating modellers assist developers in completing comprehensive assessments, offering specialised guidance to comply with new Building Regulations and London Plan policy.

We’ll support you to:

  • Assess and mitigate overheating risk
  • Understand associated costs
  • Develop coordinated solutions
  • Deliver comfortable, energy-efficient spaces

For domestic buildings throughout the UK, SAP calculations are imperative. These assessments guarantee adherence to Part L of the building regulations (AD-L) in England and Wales and Section 6 of the Technical Handbooks in Scotland.

Our SAP assessors not only assist developers in ensuring compliance but also contribute to enhancing energy performance, reducing costs, and improving feasibility throughout the design process.

Our team of specialists provides expert guidance to:

  • Evaluate energy and carbon performance
  • Identify opportunities for design improvement
  • Comprehend the impact on design decisions and costs
  • Fulfil regulatory requirements
  • Substantiate environmental credentials
Recent updates to the Building Regulations, especially for residential dwellings, has resulted in a stronger focus being placed on the measurement of thermal bridging. This process identifies potential ‘breaks’ in building insulation that can contribute to additional heat losses, which need to then be accounted for within the wider thermal modelling for the site, through SAP calculations.

Thermal bridging is a crucial aspect of SAP assessments and, whilst not compulsory for new residential developments under building regulations can significantly improve the modelled performance and EPC rating, resulting in less additional improvements being placed elsewhere, potentially reducing costs.

Thorough analysis is necessary to ensure the creation of comfortable, energy-efficient properties, and team of building performance specialists collaborates with developers and designers to formulate customised thermal bridging values, showcasing compliance and delivering efficient properties and projects.

We’re here to help you:
  • Assess and minimise heat loss through building fabric junctions
  • Generate personalised thermal bridging values
  • Enhance overall energy performance
  • Explore opportunities for specification value engineering
  • Satisfy warranty or Building Control regulatory requirements

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