Targeting BREEAM Excellent will put Embarq in the top 5% of refurbishment projects in the city.
The Quay difference
Embarq's low carbon refurbishment - retaining the majority of the carbon intensive components of the building. The refurbishment offers thoughtfully designed, adaptable office spaces enriched with carefully crafted design elements throughout. It's a space tailored to inspire businesses and their teams in the heart of Bristol.
Remodelled entrance and landscaped piazza
Architect designed atrium with reception & feature staircase
RQ coffee pod in reception
Large flexible floorplates of 20,000 sq ft
3,000 - 60,000 sq ft of exceptional workspace
New VRF air conditioning
Ventilation with heat recovery, air filtration and demand controlled by CO2 levels
Refurbished raised floors with a 150mm floor void
Floor to ceiling height of 3.34m
New automatic LED lighting with presence detection
New high-performance windows and curtain walling
Super fast 10GB fibre 'preconnect' to every floor
New end-of-journey facilities
50 secure basement car parking spaces
Waterside balconies
A destination where you leave no footprint
Sustainability and reducing environmental impact are at the forefront of Embarq's design.
Operational Carbon savings
140 tonnes CO2 per annum. This represents yearly carbon emission savings of 65% per year compared to the existing building.
100% Electric
Decarbonised 100% electric building. Using 100% responsibly sourced green energy.
Biodiversity
Extensive new planting serves to promote biodiversity and create healthier environments.
Rapid EV Charging
Rapid electric vehicle charging of up to 22 KW/h.
Exposed Soffits
Exposed concrete soffits designed to act as a heat sink - reducing cooling or heating loads.
Reused RAF tiles
Over 90% of the raised access floor tiles will be refurbished and reused to make considerable carbon savings.
Targeting EPC A - Through the use of high thermal performance windows, combined with all electric energy efficient building services, Embarq will achieve a 65% reduction in operational CO2 emissions.
NABERS is a system for rating the energy efficiency of office spaces. Embarq is targeting a design for NABERS performance rating of 4 stars.
Targeting WiredScore Gold - Embarq will aim to meet the highest standards for fibre optic availability, connectivity and future resilience in the infrastructure in the building.