Business Details
Sustainable Architecture Solutions London
We are a RIBA Chartered Practice dedicated to creating architecture that balances responsiveness to environmental and cultural contexts with responsible design practices. Our work spans residential, commercial, and cultural projects, focusing on new builds, adaptive reuse, and retrofitting existing structures. We prioritise passive design strategies, natural material selection, and integration of renewable technologies to minimise environmental impact.With expertise in Passivhaus standards and sustainable construction methods, we guide clients through all project stages from feasibility studies to contract administration. Our team combines academic rigor with practical innovation, maintaining memberships in leading sustainability initiatives while delivering context-specific solutions that enhance occupant well-being.
Services
Sustainable architecture
Passive house design
Building retrofit
Eco-friendly materials
Renewable energy integration
Highlights and features
- Certified Passivhaus designers with award-winning sustainable projects
- Specialise in low-energy building techniques and natural material specification
- RIBA Chartered Practice with academic and industry leadership roles
- Integrate renewable energy systems with passive design strategies
- Proven track record in retrofitting and new-build zero-carbon developments
Associations and certifications
- RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects)
- Passivhaus Trust UK
- Architects Declare
What people say
Captured all our ideas excellently
Professional and understanding approach
Added light and clever interconnected spaces
Fundamental to project success
Approachable and reassuring presence
Services
Sustainable architecture
We create buildings that harmonise with environmental contexts through passive solar design, natural ventilation strategies, and low-carbon material selection. Our approach integrates thermal performance analysis with ecological considerations to deliver energy-efficient structures that reduce environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic quality and functional integrity.
Passive house design
Specialising in certified Passivhaus standards, we design buildings with ultra-low energy consumption through advanced insulation, airtight construction, and heat recovery systems. Our expertise delivers comfortable living spaces requiring minimal mechanical heating or cooling while maintaining strict environmental performance metrics.
Building retrofit
We transform existing structures through strategic extensions, reconfigurations, and energy performance improvements. Our retrofit solutions enhance building functionality while preserving valuable architectural elements, incorporating modern sustainability standards without compromising historical character or structural integrity.
Eco-friendly materials
Our material selection prioritises renewable resources, recycled content, and low embodied carbon. We specify timber from certified sources, natural insulation materials, and reclaimed elements to create healthy indoor environments while minimising construction-related environmental impacts throughout the building lifecycle.
Renewable energy integration
We incorporate renewable energy systems including air source heat pumps, solar thermal panels, and photovoltaic installations. Our technical expertise ensures seamless integration of these technologies with building fabric performance to achieve net-zero operational energy consumption in both new and existing structures.
People
Giles Bruce
Director
RIBA Chartered Architect and Certified Passivhaus Designer with over 15 years' experience in sustainable environmental design. Holds a Master's degree from the Architectural Association and teaches at the Architectural Association School of Architecture. Led projects including the Stirling Prize-shortlisted LSE Saw Swee Hock Student Centre.
Ingrid Hu
Director
Architectural designer with expertise in spatial narratives and material experimentation. Former Heatherwick Studio designer responsible for UK Pavilion at 2010 World Expo. Specialises in interdisciplinary approaches to interiors and competition design, with academic appointments at Central St Martins.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in sustainable architecture, Passivhaus design, building retrofit, and eco-friendly new constructions across residential, commercial, and cultural sectors.
Are you certified in green building standards?
Yes, we're certified Passivhaus designers and members of the Passivhaus Trust UK, with projects meeting RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge targets.
Which areas do you operate in?
Primarily London and surrounding counties, with completed projects in Sussex, Surrey, Oxfordshire, and Bedfordshire.
Can you handle listed building renovations?
Yes, we have experience with sensitive retrofitting of historic properties while maintaining architectural integrity and improving energy performance.
What sustainability features do you incorporate?
We use triple-glazed windows, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery, renewable energy systems, and natural materials like sustainably sourced timber.
How do you approach project collaboration?
We work closely with clients through all stages from feasibility studies to construction completion, providing continuous architectural oversight and technical expertise.
