Adaptive Reuse of Buildings
Recognising the untapped potential within our existing building stock is fundamental to achieving our sustainability objectives. We are dedicated to reducing embodied carbon and minimising other environmental impacts, such as biodiversity loss, by championing the adaptive reuse and repurposing of structures. As engineers, we appreciate the intrinsic value of existing buildings, which are often designed with considerable capacity and strength, making them ideal candidates for adaptation and enhancement.
We approach building reuse holistically, integrating our strategies into wider sustainability discussions with clients. Every challenge presents an opportunity. Our starting point is always that there is value in what already exists – it simply needs to be unlocked.
Featured Project
Cyber House Office Building, Belfast
Located at Weavers Court, Belfast, the Cyber Building is the largest and latest in a series of creative and innovative office developments on this former weaving industry Belfast city centre hub. The next phase of development at Weavers Court, the new building is the largest flagship within the heart of this Creative Industries development in Belfast providing 4000m2 of flexible space to both new & growing business. These offices focus on high-tech and TV/film industries whilst compromising façade treatment that is both comparative and contrasting with the Belfast heritage associated with the weaving industry.
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Featured Project
Killeaton House for Danske Bank
Constructed in 1999, the existing Killeaton House houses 23,500 sq.ft of offices and parking over 2 storeys and originally constructed with an open air central courtyard. When occupiers, Danske Bank, decided to upgrade and expand their work and amenity space, Design ID provided structural engineering services to help unlock more internal floor area in a cost effective way without the need for new-build extension.
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