Plymouth Business School, University of Plymouth

Coreus acted as lead consultant of a multidisciplinary team during pre construction to work closely with stakeholders to create a design that reflected the ambitions of the Business School and Net Zero improvements required of the University. The building is being refurbished in line with the latest thermal efficiency standards, with a focus on reducing heat loss and ensuring energy efficiency. Air source heat pumps will be used to provide heating and hot water for the building, while photovoltaic panels will be installed on its roof to generate electricity.

Through the design process, optioneering exercises were undertaken to assess strategies for improving the existing space and ensure it provides an industry leading facility. Planning permission was obtained with considerable engagement with the local authority regarding the over cladding strategy. Coreus led the procurement of a main contractor via the Southern Construction Framework, utilising a 2 stage Design and build strategy. Works are progressing well on site with completion forecast for later in the year.