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embodied carbon. Modular construction is a key enabler in achieving net zero targets, providing a cost-effective, scalable, and environmentally responsible solution for modern developments.
North Bristol NHS Trust headquarters
Case study: Southmead Hospital One modular project in particular stands out as a prime example of how modular construction can go beyond simply meeting functional requirements, to also deliver architecturally satisfying and thoughtfully designed spaces.
Swansea University Y Twyni
The Southmead project focused on delivering a bespoke two-storey building tailored to the needs of healthcare professionals. The design was carefully developed in collaboration with the North Bristol NHS Trust, ensuring it aligned with the design guidelines, specifi c user requirements, and site constraints. The scope included external landscaping and modifi cations to the car park and access. Stage 2 concept design was developed as a collaboration between the modular supplier, the architects and the trust. This enabled a quick project delivery as per the hospital’s requirements. In modular construction, where effi ciency
and speed are prioritised, a streamlined approach to design management allows projects like Southmead to balance high- quality outcomes with accelerated delivery. This project highlights how modular design teams can adapt traditional architectural roles to fi t the unique demands of offsite, construction while ensuring that the integrity of the original vision is preserved. The completion of the Southmead offi ce is a testament to what can be achieved when modular construction meets thoughtful, inclusive design. By prioritising users’ well-being, accessibility, and sustainability, a space has been created that meets current needs but is also adaptable for long-term use. This project highlights how modular solutions, when driven by a user-focused design process, can successfully enhance specialist education environments and deliver long-term value. Finally, as an architect, the challenge of designing a workplace for highly sensitive, confi dential activities presented an opportunity to create spaces that enhance accessibility, safety, and engagement.
Kasia Nowak is design manager at Wernick Buildings
Modern, sustainable and engineered to last Q
-railing launches EPD Certifi cates for glass, stainless steel and aluminium railing systems.
Q-railing has recently obtained Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for its glass balustrades with aluminium base channels, stainless steel post railing systems, and aluminium glass infi ll and vertical bar infi ll railing
systems. These and contractors third-party
verifi ed EPDs provide transparent data on the environmental impact of these products throughout their life cycle, aiding architects, designers,
in making
sustainable choices for both residential and commercial projects. The certifi cations comply with EN 15804+A2 and have been verifi ed in accordance with ISO 14025. “Introducing Environmental
Product
Declarations (EPDs) for Q-railing’s fi ve main systems empowers customers with transparent, environmental allowing
them
sustainable choices. By providing this critical information,
we support customers in meeting green building standards, enhancing their own sustainability initiatives,
impact of our products, to make
reliable data on the informed,
and
contributing positively to the environment.” Darryl Holloway, Architectural Sales Manager at Q-railing.
“These EPD documents provide information consumption,
on energy waste
and resource production, and the Robin Zoutewelle, Manager at Q-railing.
EPDs are essential tools in the construction industry, offering detailed insights into a product’s environmental performance over its lifetime. They support carbon emission reduction efforts by allowing comparisons between materials and products to select the most sustainable options. Architects, engineers, and designers can utilise EPDs to make informed choices. Q-railing’s commitment to sustainability
is refl ected in these certifi cations, providing clients with confi dence in the environmental credentials of their railing systems.
By
investing in EPDs, Q-railing aligns with the
industry’s move towards net-zero
construction and supports clients in achieving their sustainability goals.
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environmental impact of manufacturing. Through Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), we have mapped out our key products, enabling us to contribute to a more sustainable construction industry.”
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