One year after CIBSE staff relocated to their new headquarters in Saffron Hill, Farringdon, the Institution is celebrating the successful integration of its team while accelerating decarbonisation and preparing for the creation of its industry-leading Skills Hub in the new year.
Staff moved into the top two floors on December 9 2024 as part of a Phase 1a refurbishment that focused on improving the office interiors. Project manager Rebecca Drinkwater confirmed that the investment has already paid dividends for the team.
‘They’ve adapted to the space really well, and it’s inspired staff. That’s worth celebrating,’ she said. CIBSE is planning a follow-up Building Use Studies survey to measure the tangible difference the move from Balham to Saffron Hill has made to occupancy satisfaction.
The focus is now on Phase 1b, the refurbishment of the basement and ground floor to deliver the Skills Hub, members’ area, and a dedicated conference space, with a target launch set for Spring 2026.
Drinkwater revealed that following consultation with a wider group of engineers, CIBSE is accelerating decarbonisation and improving aspects of the building services now, particularly controls.
By improving the BMS, Drinkwater said CIBSE would be able to access data that will enable it to understand the next decarbonisation phase. ‘We are taking steps now to put the building on a better footing,’ she said.