Scotland’s National Retrofit Centre - live retrofit in progress
LOCATION
Glasgow, uk
CLIENT
Built environment -
Smarter transformation
Designer
JOHN GILBERT ARCHITECTS
PRODUCT
K-BRIQ®
MEDERO DARK GREY
APPLICATION
EXTERIOR PLINTH
WASTE REPURPOSED
6.3 TONNES
CARBON SAVED
1.3 TONNES Co2e
Contractor
cLARK CONTRACTS
‘A living demonstrator of best practice in the retrofit of non-domestic buildings’
The development of the National Retrofit Centre, co-funded by the Scottish Government, Edinburgh Napier University, and BE-ST, will revolutionise the approach to retrofitting existing buildings in the United Kingdom.
As an extension of the UK Government's National Retrofit Hub, this centre is fostering deep collaboration between industry, academic stakeholders, public sector organisations, and citizens to create a comprehensive national retrofit response.
With clear alignment to a just transition and a focus on industrialised retrofit solutions, the National Retrofit Centre of Excellence is prioritising the use of natural, locally sourced, and sustainable materials, including using the recycled low carbon K-Briq in the lower plinth of the building.
Designed in collaboration with John Gilbert Architects (JGA), Luths Services and Narro Associates, the project is set to deliver the first phase of retrofit measures and refurbishment works which aim to achieve both the International EnerPHit and Scottish Net Zero Public Sector Building standards once all phases have been delivered.
Taking a fabric first approach, Phase 1 will see the existing curtain walling system replaced with a new insulated CLT panel system which will be manufactured offsite. This system will be complimented by increased roof and floor insulation which will also dramatically reduce the building’s heating demands.
Throughout the retrofit process, BE-ST and Clark Contracts will provide regular updates through social media channels, online platforms, and site tours so that industry stakeholders can observe the retrofit journey and learn about the practical solutions applied to the challenges that arise.
Kenoteq will also update progress of the project here and the use of the K-Briq in the project.
Source: BE-ST
