What the Project Is
Creating positive environments since 1933, this architecture design and planning project represents a blend of mechanical and electrical engineering, lighting, and sustainable design that has continually enhanced spatial design over decades. With a legacy rooted in Danish design refinement and a rich history of collaborations with visionary architects such as Arne Jacobsen, Basil Spence, and James Stirling, the project embodies an ethos of technical perfection. It is built on firm foundations that emphasize both the aesthetics and functionality of buildings while catering to social and environmental responsibilities. Throughout its journey—from private beginnings in Copenhagen to a global team spread across five countries on four continents—the project has maintained a unique one-studio approach that embraces local talent and global expertise.
Main Benefit
The project’s main benefits are reflected in its commitment to exceptional engineering and sustainable practices. Key figures and facts include:
- B Corporation Score: 104.5
- Established in 1933 with over eight decades of industry leadership
- Expertise in Mechanical, Electrical, Lighting, and Sustainable Design
- Global reach: offices in Copenhagen, Dublin, Edinburgh, London, Sydney, Hong Kong, and New York
- Long-standing collaborations with internationally renowned architects
Sustainable and Innovative Design
Sustainable design is not just a buzzword here—it means creating real, comfortable environments without contributing to environmental deficit. This approach focuses on efficient, timely design rather than over-design. Simple, appropriate solutions are applied to complex problems, ensuring that every system complements the next. Imagine using less material in the right place or even finding a way to utilise the waste of one process to fuel another… That’s the kind of innovation that shapes a socially responsible future for building services and environmental design (ESD). This fact-driven philosophy gives each project an eco-centric edge, aligning perfectly with sustainability and ESD principles.
Engineering Excellence
Mechanical engineering design here goes beyond mere componentry. It embodies a deep understanding of the fundamental principles of physics applied imaginatively to create comfortable, functional buildings. Rather than considering each part in isolation, the project views mechanical solutions in a holistic way, ensuring that every system integrates flawlessly with the building’s overall design. In parallel, electrical engineering is acknowledged as essential, given that modern society could not exist without the control and distribution of electrical power and communications. Electrical services are conceptualised as the arteries and veins of contemporary buildings, ensuring a smooth operation that supports both business and the building’s wellbeing.
The Art of Lighting
Lighting design is celebrated as the intuitive art that shapes emotional responses and enhances the human experience. The project recognizes that light not only illuminates spaces but also influences wellbeing, reaches emotions, and inspires from art installations to urban landscapes. Balancing creative inspiration with technical expertise, the approach to lighting design here is as much about creating a captivating atmosphere as it is about ensuring functionality. Whether in landscape architecture or the built environment, the role of light is essential, making every space not only visible but also imbued with a sense of life and energy.
Project Impact
- SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy: Emphasising the distribution and control of electrical power.
- SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: Showcasing innovative mechanical and electrical systems.
- SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities: Promoting comfortable, functional urban environments through sustainable design.
- SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production: Focusing on efficient design by using less material in optimal locations.
- SDG 13 – Climate Action: Supporting environmental responsibility with eco-centric practices.
Legacy and Future Vision
About us since 1933 is not just a timeline—it is a testament to technical perfection and an unwavering commitment to optimal design solutions. The project carries forward the legacy that started with Niels Steensen and Jørgen Varming in Copenhagen. Early influences from British architectural studies eventually propelled the project to secure prestigious commissions, including work with the legendary Sydney Opera House and visionary architect Jørn Utzon. Built on firm foundations, this long-established building services consultancy is proud of its heritage and its ongoing pursuit of excellence. The focus remains on offering a portfolio of specialist services and maintaining a scale of operation that nurtures a talented, committed workforce. Such an approach has consistently delivered inspirational projects that have not only met but exceeded client expectations.
