PROJECT DETAILS
Client:
Leigh & Orange Architects
Date:
2016
Location:
Hong Kong
Living Studio achieved the highest level of distinction for green interior fit-out projects – BEAM Plus Interior Platinum certification
Project Introduction
Renowned Hong Kong architect Leigh & Orange had a planned relocation from their old head offices in Oxford House to a new space on 7th and 8th floor of Dorset House in Tai Koo Place. The new office is nicknamed Living Studio. The project reached beyond the typical scope of works of office fitouts as L&O’s commitment to sustainability set ambitious environmental goals in front of the project team.
Living Studio achieved the highest level of distinction for green interior fit-out projects – BEAM Plus Interior Platinum certification. This was a result of the strong commitment in sustainability leadership by Leigh and Orange as well as the joint efforts of the project team. AEE provided engineering and sustainability services that elevated the project into the highest echelon of green projects in Hong Kong.
Provided Services
In this project, AEE served as a sustainability consultant facilitating the achievement of Platinum award under BEAM Plus Interiors rating scheme. Some of the technical services provided for Living Studio included:
- Commissioning Authority (CxA)
- Lighting and daylighting modeling
- Continuous IAQ monitoring during construction and flush out
- Energy metering and monitoring implementation
- Acoustic services
Further Information
Living Studio achieved the highest level of distinction for green interior fit-out projects – BEAM Plus Interior Platinum certification. This was a result of the strong commitment in sustainability leadership by Leigh and Orange as well as the joint efforts of the project team. AEE provided engineering and sustainability services that elevated the project into the highest echelon of green projects in Hong Kong.
The relocation of the Leigh & Orange’s head office from Warwick House to Dorset House in Taikoo Place provided an opportunity to the in-house interior design team and sustainable design team to elevate the working environment in terms of creativity and sustainability. By integrating sustainability features in the office environment, the staff would benefit from a deeper understanding on sustainability issues and practices in the day-to-day running of the built environment.
