P+W Pillars
To achieve holistic sustainability, The UN SDGs are an important place to start to understand how a business can have influence in achieving these global goals. P+W aligns with 11 out of the 17 UN SDGs. These 11 SDGs that we align with at Pascall+Watson, were distilled to create our 6 pillars of sustainable design. […]
Transport
As communities and the world increases in mobility it is prudent this is realised in a sustainable manor.Large-scale public transport complimented by hubs and reliable onward journeys can prove highly efficient in comparison to personal vehicle journeys. Accessibility for all is key to execute this successfully. Infrastructure exists and continues to grow to support entirely […]
Environment
The construction industry is responsible for 30-40% of global carbon emissions and undoubtedly has had an impact on the environment. Conscious decisions need to be made when selecting materials, components and their pertinentmanufacturing processes. Selected elements should have no impact on the environment and designed to be reused and repurposedonce their intended use has completed. […]
Resources
A sustainable building can be created by following some simple principles If there is an existing building to be replaced, can the building be repurposed, extended or retrofitted to extend its life. Failing this, identify elements that can be repurposed and carefully disassembling them. The existing built environment should be viewed as a landscape of […]
Energy
On site renewables energy is the obvious choice when designing a Net Zero project, however, careful design of the building can help increase the efficiency of the energy generated for the building. An envelope that maintains the internal ambient temperature will require minimal mechanical input, increasing the efficiency. Integrating nature’s different elements, to passively illuminate, […]
Waste
Used or surplus materials were perceived as waste and of no value once they had served their design life. This is referred to as a linear economy; where raw materials are extracted, manufactured into building component and then disposed of when their intended use comes to an end. Often, these components are in great working […]
Social
The places and spaces created for communities, would be valueless without the integration of the community itself. The multiple design and build stages of a project all lend themselves to providing a great platform to enrich the lives of neighbouring communities. From early engagement to ensuring a project is inkeeping with what a community expects […]
